Explore the Best of Northern Tanzania Safari – Serengeti, Ngorongoro, Tarangire & Lake Manyara
This expertly crafted Tanzania safari itinerary covers the top Northern Circuit national parks, including the world-famous Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Crater, Tarangire National Park, and Lake Manyara National Park. Designed for exceptional wildlife viewing and safari photography, this tour offers unforgettable encounters with the Big Five and the Great Migration (seasonal).
You’ll be guided by a professional and experienced English-speaking safari guide, who will share fascinating insights into Tanzania’s diverse wildlife, bird species, and ecosystems. Each game drive is tailored to maximize your sightings and enrich your understanding of the African bush.
Enjoy comfortable stays in a selection of luxury lodges and tented safari camps, ensuring relaxation after your adventure-filled days. This Northern Tanzania safari tour provides the perfect blend of adventure and comfort, making it ideal for families, couples, solo travelers, and photographers.
Reconnect with nature, witness iconic African landscapes, and create unforgettable memories in one of the best safari destinations in Africa.
Upon your arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO), you will be warmly welcomed by a professional Tanzania safari guide from Ron Adventure. Your guide will be with you for the entire journey, ensuring a seamless and enriching experience. You will then be transferred in a comfortable, private safari vehicle to your luxury lodge in Arusha, the gateway city to the northern safari circuit of Tanzania.
The distance from Kilimanjaro Airport to Arusha is approximately 55 kilometers and takes around one hour by road. The route is fully paved with a smooth asphalt surface, offering a safe and pleasant transfer. Once at your accommodation, you’ll have time to unwind and get ready for your unforgettable African safari adventure through Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Crater, and beyond
After enjoying a delicious breakfast, you will depart for Tarangire National Park—one of the best safari destinations in Tanzania, famous for its iconic baobab trees, vast savannah landscapes, and rich wildlife. This park is especially known for having one of the largest elephant populations in East Africa. Your day will include exciting game drives in Tarangire, offering the chance to spot majestic African elephants, towering giraffes, lions, leopards, and other Big Five safari animals. In the late afternoon, you’ll arrive at your luxury safari lodge nestled in the heart of the wilderness, offering comfort and a truly immersive nature experience. The driving distance from Arusha to Tarangire is approximately 120 kilometers, taking around 2 hours on a well-maintained asphalt road
Wake up early and enjoy a delicious safari breakfast before heading to Lake Manyara National Park, a hidden gem in northern Tanzania. This biodiverse park is renowned for its scenic landscapes, lush groundwater forests, and the dramatic Rift Valley escarpment.
Embark on a thrilling game drive along Lake Manyara’s shoreline, where you’ll encounter large flocks of flamingos, tree-climbing lions, elephants, and over 400 colorful bird species — a paradise for bird watchers and wildlife photographers.
In the evening, return to your luxury safari lodge and indulge in a gourmet bush dinner under the African night sky, surrounded by the sounds of nature.
Transit Distance: 95 km
Estimated Drive Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
Road Condition: Well-maintained, tar-marked (asphalt) road
Your Safari Journey Continues in Serengeti National Park
The next part of your unforgettable Tanzania safari adventure leads you to the iconic Serengeti National Park, one of Africa’s top safari destinations. Famed for its endless golden savannahs and incredible density of wildlife, the Serengeti is a must-visit location for anyone dreaming of an authentic African safari experience.
You will spend two thrilling days on safari in Serengeti, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and home to the world-renowned Great Wildebeest Migration (seasonal), where over a million wildebeest, zebras, and gazelles traverse the plains in search of fresh grazing. This dramatic natural spectacle draws not only tourists but also the attention of powerful predators like lions, cheetahs, leopards, and hyenas.
Your accommodation will be at a luxury tented safari lodge in Serengeti, offering elegant comfort and incredible views of the surrounding wilderness. It’s the perfect place to unwind after your exhilarating game drives. The drive from your previous location to Serengeti is approximately 190 km, taking around 3 hours, although rough road conditions may make the journey longer.
Explore the Wildlife of Serengeti
Spend a full day immersed in the untamed beauty of the Serengeti wilderness with both morning and afternoon game drives. This is your chance to spot the Big Five—lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo, and rhino—as well as countless other species, including giraffes, impalas, topis, jackals, vultures, and eagles.
Enhance your experience with a visit to the Serengeti Visitor Center, where you’ll gain valuable insights into the park’s ecosystem, its unique geology, and ongoing wildlife conservation efforts. This educational stop adds depth to your safari and helps support sustainable tourism in Tanzania.
After your day of wildlife encounters, return to your lodge for a gourmet dinner under the stars, followed by storytelling around the campfire—a true highlight of any luxury African safari.
Journey from Serengeti to Ngorongoro Crater – Tanzania Safari Adventure:
Take your leave of the iconic Serengeti National Park and begin your journey to the Ngorongoro Crater, a breathtaking UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the top safari destinations in Africa. Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater floor, renowned for its dense concentration of wildlife, where you’ll encounter the rare black rhinoceros, powerful lion prides, herds of buffalo, zebras, and a vibrant variety of East African birdlife. This area is also one of the best places to witness the Big Five in a single game drive. After a day filled with unforgettable wildlife encounters and stunning landscapes, ascend back to the rim and continue to your luxury safari lodge in Karatu, nestled in the lush highlands.
Transit details:
Driving distance: Approximately 145 kilometers
Estimated time: Around 3 hours
Road condition: Mixed – expect both rough and scenic routes, ideal for game viewing
Final Day: Return Journey to Arusha & Departure
On your final day in Tanzania, enjoy a leisurely breakfast with stunning panoramic views of the Ngorongoro Crater and Lake Manyara—a perfect farewell to the breathtaking landscapes of the Northern Safari Circuit. After breakfast, begin your journey back to Arusha.
En route, you’ll stop for a delicious hot lunch at the famous Arusha Cultural Heritage Centre, an ideal place to shop for authentic Tanzanian souvenirs and reflect on the unforgettable moments from your luxury wildlife safari in Tanzania.
Following lunch, you’ll be transferred to Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) for your onward flight. The total distance covered is approximately 210 kilometers (130 miles), and the drive takes about 3 hours on a well-maintained asphalt road. Please note: while the road between Arusha and Ngorongoro is paved, game drives involve rough, off-road terrain for the best wildlife viewing experiences.
| Number of People | Cost Per Person in US($) | Accommodation |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Person | $5569 | Night 1: Gran Melia Arusha |
| 2 People | $3,715 | Night 2: Maramboi tented lodge |
| 3 People | $3,663 | Night 3:Acacia Farm lodge |
| 4 People | $3,216 | Night 4:Kubu kubu tented lodge |
| 5 People | $3,281 | Night 5: Kubu kubu tented lodge |
| 6 People | $3,044 | Night 6 : Acacia Farm lodge |
| Number of People | Cost Per Person in US($) | Accommodation |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Person | $2,356 | Night 1: Arusha Mvuli Lodge |
| 2 People | $1,554 | Night 2: Simba Campsite |
| 3 People | $1,286 | Night 3: Seronera Public Campsite |
| 4 People | $1,153 | Night 4: Seronera Public Campsite |
| 5 People | $1,072 | Night 5: Arusha Mvuli Lodge |
| 6 People + (Ser Car) | $1,133 | |
| 7 People + (Serv Car) | $1,151 | |
| 8 – 10 People and Above (2 Vehicles) | $1,120 |
Ron Advetures will pick you up and transfer you to designated Hotels. Pick-up on arrival at the airport and drop-off are included in our package. We arrange also other group transport if required.
Tanzania safari wildlife safari prices depend on the number of people on a trip, how many days of safari, and the level of comfort or luxury.
Our package covers-Professional and experienced English-speaking safari guide
How many people can be in a safari vehicle? We ensure everyone gets a window seat. All of our Safari vehicles are 4×4 Toyota Land Cruisers that take 4 people if 6 including a driver and a safari guide for the extended ones
How many people can be in a safari vehicle? We ensure everyone gets a window seat. All of our Safari vehicles are 4×4 Toyota Land Cruisers that take 4 people if 6 including a driver and a safari guide for the extended ones
We recommending to using the company using company that have policy on environmental conservation, in which their guides are responsible and understood the value of conservation.
Kilimanjaro Brothers has been education on environmental training and better practice ecological conscious decisions.
Cheapest tour operators thus attract customer by cheapest price and thus expect poor service as well make burden to guides on depending on tips.
Operator that are using very old safari vehicles make environmental degradation through the discharging smoke and emission
Kilimanjaro brothers have make a step forward, we develop more sustainable business and using New Land curser Toyota safari vehicle with new engine with regular maintained to control emission.
Many flights to Tanzania have cheaper tickets when you book in advance, so it is better to plan and book your flight in advance which will help us to book the best hotels/ lodges for your safari.
Book in advance as far as six to ten months before the excursion, if you’re looking for last minutes booking we will always be happy to help you.
Pack packs with without flames is better and suitcases. Those luggage may be packed on back or in the roof rack of safari 20 Kg ( 44 Lbs) are maximum weight.
A typical day on a Safari starts early in the morning with breakfast, a full-day game drive and dinner.
Early morning.
Early start with breakfast of Tea, biscuits and fruits which is served at 6.30 am followed by morning game drives. This is generally the best sport to see animals return from a night of hunting. You will continue with 3 to 4 hours of the game while the animals are still active. A typical day in Safari, Safari Serengeti typical day, Serengeti Manyara.
Midday Lunch
Lunch can be a lunch box on picnic sites or on lodges/ tented camps drinks and rest. Lunch, rest and continue with the evening game drive around 3 pm.
Evening.
Evening is the best time to see animals. Predatory animals begin to stir, their prey becomes more active. You will return to the lodge around 6.30 pm for a shower and dinner.
Dinner.
Usually saved in the evening at the camp or on lodges dining area with large fire under the star.
Night.
In the Northern part of Serengeti, Manyara and Tarangire you may have the opportunity to have a night game drive. A night game drive will give you a different perspective of the bush and unforgettable memories in Africa Bush.
Security precaution on safari.
Be sure to follow the tips for safety precautions in Tanzanian safaris, so as to have safe and enjoyable moments during your safari.
People in Tanzania are very good and polite but still you have to be careful when you are around the city center with valuable things and big camera hanging around on your neck. Never walk at night alone instead it’s better to use transport, your local guides or nearby hotel.
Make sure you record a number of your passport, airline tickets, traveler checks and credit cards and keep them in a safe place.It is extremely rare for incidents to occur and always your professional guide is there to ensure your safety. Below are the tips to ensure your safety during safaris.
Always follow your guide’s instructions and guidelines.
Stay in the car during game drives except at designated areas where you are allowed to get out of the car.
Never walk off far to a bush it’s better to ask for advice from your guide about where to go
Don’t stand up in the car, hang out of the window or sit on the roof.
Don’t drive too close to animals if you are on a self-drive safari.
Stay close to your guide and group on a walking safari and always walk in single file.
Watch where you put your feet while walking in the bush.
Bright-coloured clothes are not suitable for the game view. Take comfortable clothes and huts and the sun for a Tanzania safari.
Bright-coloured clothes are not suitable for the game view. Take comfortable clothes and huts and the sun for a Tanzania safari.
The vast majority of Tanzanians still live a lifestyle very close to their traditional lifestyles, and most local people are subsistence farmers.
The food depends on what kind of hotels and lodges you stay in, it can either be a 4-star or a 3-star quality. There are various lodges or tented camps that provide the best meals and food for your Tanzania safar
We are using 4×4 safari vehicles Toyota Landcruisers that have been designed to conquer the ever-demanding road conditions in East Africa. All vehicles have pop-up roofs that can be opened during game drives and a window seat is guaranteed for each guest
The Great Migration – also called the Great Wildlife Migration – is an enormous, continuous and roughly circular migration across the plains and woodlands of Tanzania and Kenya by two million wildebeests, zebras and antelopes. It’s the largest land-based migration in the world. Witnessing thousands-strong herds stretched out in front of you is a sight you never forget.
The Big Five are lion, leopard, bush elephant, black rhino and Cape buffalo. These are the animals considered to be the hardest and most dangerous to hunt on foot.
This is obviously a hard question to answer. The longer you spend on safari, the more animals you’ll see, and the greater the variety you’re likely to spot. If you’re hoping to spot the Big Five, for instance, one day in all likelihood won’t cut it. But if you give yourself four to five days, you might well manage it.
What we can say is that you need to factor in driving times when heading on a safari. For instance, from Kilimanjaro International Airport (gateway to the Northern Circuit), you can reach reserves like Arusha National Park and Lake Manyara National Park within hours and go on safari that same day. But Serengeti National Park, fon the other hand, is quite a drive, so you should factor in a day of travel each way. Fortunately, the drive to Serengeti takes you past Ngorongoro Crater, which is a MUST, as well as some other attractions worth a visit like Olduvai Gorge.
Please chat to us for advice on how long is needed based on what you want to see.
Everyone has his priorities and things they want to see some people want to see baby animals being born, for instance, while others want to see as many animals as possible. Still others want good birdspotting, some want to see flowers, and some want to see the animals in a lush setting. And of course, many want to see the Great Wildlife Migration and its chaotic river crossings. Please read Best Time to Visit the Serengeti to identify the best months for each of the above-mentioned highlights. Also, feel free to chat with us so we can advise you.
What do I need on my safari?[back to top]
Soap
Small Sewing Kit
Hand Lotion
Shampoo
Suntan Lotion
Lip Salve
Tissues
Nail Brush
Toothpaste and Toothbrush
Sunglasses
Camera (recommend Telephoto Lens)
Flash Light (Torch) and Batteries
Pen and Paper
Malaria Tablets
Binoculars
Small water bottle for personal use
Plastic Bags for dirty clothes
Recommended Safari Clothing to bring with you
T-shirts and tank tops
Long-sleeved shirts (for protection from sunburns)
Shorts
Light long pants or convertible long-short pants
Warm fleece pullover or jacket
One swimsuit
Cotton socks and underwear
Pajamas
One pair of comfortable walking shoes
One pair of sandals or flip-flops
Wide-brimmed hat
Bandana (for dust)
Heavy sweater, gloves, and toque if traveling in the cold season (June – August)
Rain coat and rain trousers (During rainy season Mar – May and Oct – Dec)
Do not hesitage to give us a call. We are an expert team and we are happy to talk to you.
+255 749 516 344
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