The route moves from Rift Valley forest to open plains, volcanic highlands and baobab woodland.
It is a strong first-time safari for guests who want broad habitat variety without adding a separate arrival day. Accommodation is quoted by category, and the private guide can adjust daily starts and lunch arrangements to suit your group.
6-Day Tanzania Northern Circuit Safari takes you through Tanzania's most celebrated national parks. Each day is a different landscape, a different wildlife encounter.
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Day 1: Lake Manyara National Park
Depart from Arusha and travel to Lake Manyara National Park for a private game drive beneath the Rift Valley escarpment. Explore the park’s diverse habitats, including groundwater forest, open floodplain, and lake-edge environments, with opportunities to spot elephants, giraffes, buffaloes, primates, and birdlife. After the safari, continue to the Karatu area for dinner and an overnight stay.
Suricata Boma LodgeComfortable lodge · Full board -
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Day 2: Karatu to Serengeti
Cross the scenic Ngorongoro Conservation Area highlands and descend onto the vast plains of Serengeti National Park. Enter the park for an afternoon game drive en route to your camp, with your guide selecting stops based on current wildlife activity and road conditions along the way.
Misako Luxury CampTented camp or lodge · Full board -
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Day 3: Full day in the Serengeti
Spend the day exploring the central region of Serengeti National Park, following river valleys, open plains, and granite kopjes where wildlife gathers throughout the year. Your guide will select the route using current wildlife information, road conditions, and responsible viewing practices to maximize opportunities for meaningful sightings and observation.
Misako Luxury CampSecond night at the same camp · Full board -
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Day 4: Serengeti to Ngorongoro Highlands
Take a final Serengeti game drive before departing toward the Ngorongoro Conservation Area highlands. Enjoy the scenic transition from the open plains to the volcanic highlands, arriving at your lodge with time to relax and prepare for the crater safari ahead.
Farm of Dreams lodgeFull board -
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Day 5: Ngorongoro Crater
Take a final Serengeti game drive before departing toward the Ngorongoro Conservation Area highlands. Enjoy the scenic transition from the open plains to the volcanic highlands, arriving at your lodge with time to relax and prepare for the crater safari ahead.
Suricata Boma LodgeFull board -
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Day 6: Tarangire National Park and Arusha
Drive to Tarangire National Park for your final wildlife experience, exploring its iconic baobab woodlands, open savannah, and the Tarangire River corridor. Enjoy a private game drive with opportunities to see elephants and other wildlife before returning to Arusha in the late afternoon, marking the end of your safari.
No accommodationEnd of safari · Arusha drop-off
Legacy package rates are shown as a planning reference. Final prices depend on travel dates, group size, accommodation availability and current park fees. Request a confirmed quotation before booking.
- Private 4×4 and professional guide
- Five nights of safari accommodation
- Full-board meals as listed
- Park and conservation fees
- Drinking water during game drives
- Arusha pickup and return
- Flights, visa and insurance
- Tips and personal expenses
- Alcoholic and specialty drinks
- Optional balloon and cultural activities
- Pre- and post-safari accommodation
Add a balloon flight, Mto wa Mbu cultural activity, night drive or Zanzibar extension.
Lake Manyara game drive
Forest, floodplain and lake-edge wildlife viewing.
Included
Serengeti game drives
Afternoon, full-day and morning wildlife drives.
Included
Ngorongoro Crater descent
Extended crater-floor game drive.
Included
Tarangire game drive
Final wildlife day among baobabs and elephant habitat.
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How does this differ from the five-day safari?
It adds Lake Manyara and a separate Tarangire day while retaining two Serengeti nights and a full crater day.
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Can the park order change?
Yes. Lodge availability, road conditions and onward travel may support a different order without changing the advertised destinations.
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Is this suitable for children?
Yes. The route is private, and daily timing can be adjusted. Share children’s ages so we can select appropriate rooms and activities.
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Does it include the Great Migration?
The route visits Serengeti year-round. Migration viewing depends on month and herd location; a seasonal extension may be recommended.
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