This is a perfect safari itinerary for you if you have limited time but would like to explore the best of Tanzania’s northern circuit. Visit Tarangire or Lake Manyara National Park, Serengeti National Park and Ngorongoro crater world 8th Wonder.

Day 1.

Arusha – Tarangire National Park

Drive from your hotel to Tarangire National Park after early breakfast. Tarangire National Park is known for its elephant herds of up to 300, migratory wildebeest, zebra, buffalo, impala, gazelle, hartebeest and eland grazing and browsing in the dry river bed. There is Silaley swamp that attracts 550 varieties of birds, the most breeding species you’ll see in one habitat anywhere in the world! The park is also home of tree climbing pythons, as well as lions and leopards. After the adventure of the day you will head to Karatu for overnight.Luxury Accommodation: Manyara Secret Lodge
Semi-Luxury Accommodation: Surikata Boma

Day 2

Manyara to Serengeti National Park.

This day starts with early breakfast at your hotel followed by a drive through Ngorongoro to Serengeti National Park. Take a breath and enjoy the beautiful scenery rolling into the distance as far as your eyes can see. You will head to the central part of the park known as the Seronera circuit which is very rich in wildlife habitat, the place is featured by the Seronera River which provides Water for the Animals. You will spot thousands upon thousands of animals in herds; wildebeests and zebras migrating together, tall and graceful giraffes, jumping antelopes and gazelles, the powerful African elephant and the most respected group of the predators. You might have the chance to spot lean cheetahs and shy leopards, foraging hyenas, and last but not least, the king himself; the lion.

Luxury Accommodation: Acacia Collection

Semi-Luxury Accommodation: Tanzania Bush Camp

Day 3.

Serengeti to Ngorongoro.

Early morning game drive in the Serengeti plains trying to capture what was missed on yesterday’s drive. Enjoy an unforgettable sunrise game drive across the Serengeti and get a chance to appreciate the view as the sun set fire to the savannah while predators such as leopards and lions hunt for their morning meal. Later in the afternoon start heading towards the Ngorongoro conservation area with a game drive en route. Your driver will drive on a different route from the one you did on day two. This drive gives you an opportunity to glimpse what the two world heritage sites have to offer from the golden savannah grasslands of Serengeti to the montane forest of Ngorongoro.

Luxury Accommodation: Ngorongoro Serena Safari lodge
Semi-Luxury Accommodation: Ngorongoro Wildlife Lodge

Day 4.

Ngorongoro Crater.

Taking picnic lunches with you, your drive today will lead you to a descend down the crater floor for a full exploration of what the crater has to offer by tracking game with your guide. The crater is 610m deep and 260km² wide, making it the largest Caldera in the world. The crater contains all the big five animals (lions, elephants, rhinos, leopard and buffaloes), hippos, cheetah, antelopes and spotted hyena. Also in the crater you can see different species of birds. Other game such as velvet monkey, jackal, foxes, rock and tree hyraxes, warthog, gnu, zebra and hare. After the excitement of the day you will drive back to Arusha.
End of Tour

INCLUDE

1. Accommodation
2. Transportation
3. Game Drives
4. Professional Guides
5. Meals and Drinks
6. Activities

EXCLUDE

1. International Flights
2. Visa Fees
3. Travel Insurance
4. Tips and Gratuities
5. Personal Expenses
6. Optional Activities
7. Alcoholic Beverages
8. Additional Meals
9. Medical Expenses