Safari Overview
An elevated Northern Circuit experience for travellers who expect the finest lodges, private guiding, and seamless logistics. From Gran Meliá Arusha to boutique tented camps in the Serengeti and a crater-rim lodge at Ngorongoro, every detail is handled — you simply absorb Tarangire's elephants, the Serengeti's golden plains, and the Big Five density of the Ngorongoro Crater.
This is a pure northern Tanzania itinerary from Arusha: no southern parks, no rushed transfers — only premium comfort and exceptional wildlife.
Detailed Itinerary
Arrival Day
Private meet-and-greet at JRO and transfer to Gran Meliá Arusha or equivalent. Champagne welcome and personalised safari briefing. Your guide plans a smooth day with breaks, time for photos, and flexibility based on weather and your preferences. Overnight at Gran Meliá Arusha. Tip: move slowly, drink water regularly, and tell your guide early if you feel headache, nausea, or unusual fatigue.
Tarangire National Park
Full day in Tarangire with private bush lunch. Elephant herds, baobabs, and predator sightings before retiring to a luxury lodge. Your guide plans a smooth day with breaks, time for photos, and flexibility based on weather and your preferences. Overnight at Ngorongoro Oldeani Mountain Lodge. Tip: move slowly, drink water regularly, and tell your guide early if you feel headache, nausea, or unusual fatigue.
Tarangire — Central Serengeti
Morning game drive, then private transfer into the Serengeti with continuous viewing en route. Sundowners at camp. Your guide plans a smooth day with breaks, time for photos, and flexibility based on weather and your preferences. Overnight at Kubu Kubu Tented Lodge. Tip: move slowly, drink water regularly, and tell your guide early if you feel headache, nausea, or unusual fatigue.
Central Serengeti — Full Day
Full day on the plains with flexible timing — lions, leopards, cheetahs, and migration herds (seasonal). Your guide plans a smooth day with breaks, time for photos, and flexibility based on weather and your preferences. Overnight at Kubu Kubu Tented Lodge. Tip: move slowly, drink water regularly, and tell your guide early if you feel headache, nausea, or unusual fatigue.
Serengeti — Second Full Day
Optional early balloon flight (extra), or a dawn-to-dusk private game drive across the Seronera region. Your guide plans a smooth day with breaks, time for photos, and flexibility based on weather and your preferences. Overnight at Kubu Kubu Tented Lodge. Tip: move slowly, drink water regularly, and tell your guide early if you feel headache, nausea, or unusual fatigue.
Serengeti — Ngorongoro Crater Rim
Morning drive in the Serengeti, then transfer to a luxury lodge on the crater rim for sunset views. Your guide plans a smooth day with breaks, time for photos, and flexibility based on weather and your preferences. Overnight at Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge. Tip: move slowly, drink water regularly, and tell your guide early if you feel headache, nausea, or unusual fatigue.
Ngorongoro Crater
Private full-day crater descent — rhino, lion, elephant, buffalo, and flamingos on Lake Magadi. Your guide plans a smooth day with breaks, time for photos, and flexibility based on weather and your preferences. Overnight at Ngorongoro Farm House. Tip: move slowly, drink water regularly, and tell your guide early if you feel headache, nausea, or unusual fatigue.
Maasai Land + Farewell at Arusha / Airport
Morning visit to Maasai Land near Karatu for traditional songs, beadwork, and village insight. Afternoon private transfer to JRO or Arusha Airport. Your guide plans a smooth day with breaks, time for photos, and flexibility based on weather and your preferences. Tip: move slowly, drink water regularly, and tell your guide early if you feel headache, nausea, or unusual fatigue.
Inclusions & Exclusions
- Private luxury 4×4 with pop-up roof
- Senior driver-guide
- All park and conservation fees
- Luxury lodges and tented camps as listed
- All meals on safari
- Maasai Land village visit
- Premium drinks at selected lodges
- Bottled water
- Champagne bush breakfast (where offered)
- Airport transfers
- Personalized welcome kit
- International flights
- Visa and travel insurance
- Tips and gratuities
- Optional hot air balloon
- Personal purchases
Requirements
Smart-casual safari wear in neutral tones
Warm layer for crater mornings
Camera and binoculars
Valid passport and Tanzania visa
