9-Day Ultimate Northern Circuit Exploration
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- 9 Days 8 Nights
- All weather
Tour Overview
This 9-day private safari offers an unforgettable blend of wildlife adventures, breathtaking views of Mt. Kilimanjaro, and authentic cultural experiences. You will explore four major national parks in the Northern Circuit, each offering its own unique landscapes and wildlife encounters. Your journey will take place in a comfortable 4x4 safari vehicle with a pop-up roof for optimal game viewing. All vehicles are equipped with charging sockets for your cameras and phones, a refrigerator for cold drinks, and optional onboard Wi-Fi. Throughout the safari, you will be accompanied by a professional driver-guide and a dedicated safari cook, ensuring a smooth, enjoyable, and well-catered experience from start to finish.




Trip Itinerary
If your arrival time permits, you may enjoy an optional Arusha city tour, which includes visits to a renowned local art gallery, the local market, and the Maasai market—an excellent introduction to Tanzania’s vibrant culture and craftsmanship.
Settle in and relax as you prepare for the exciting safari adventure ahead.
As you explore the park, you’ll have the chance to spot black-and-white colobus monkeys, admire the scenic Momella Lakes dotted with flamingos, and encounter a wide range of wildlife and bird species thriving in this diverse ecosystem.
A highlight of the day is the walking safari, allowing you to experience the park at ground level and observe animals up close in their natural environment.
After the tour, you will return to Arusha for dinner and overnight at your hotel.
From the open-top safari vehicle, you will explore the park’s diverse landscapes, including seasonal swamps, vast savannahs, and the Tarangire River, teeming with wildlife. Expect to spot a wide variety of animals, from giraffes, zebras, and impalas to lions, leopards, warthogs, and elephants, as well as an impressive array of bird species.
We will stop for picnic lunch at a scenic spot with spectacular views, before continuing the afternoon game drive. In the evening, you will proceed to your camp for dinner and overnight stay.
Upon arrival, enjoy lunch before embarking on a cultural tour. Explore the local communities, visit banana plantations, rice fields, traditional artworks, and nearby forests and waterfalls. You can choose between a walking tour or a biking adventure to immerse yourself in the area’s natural beauty and daily life.
In the evening, relax with dinner and overnight at Karatu area.
We will stop for a picnic lunch at Naabi Hill Gate, before entering the Serengeti for an afternoon game drive. Experience the thrill of watching the animals in their natural habitat and capture the stunning scenery as the sun begins to set over the plains.
In the evening, we will head to your lodge for dinner and overnight stay, resting up for another exciting day in the heart of the Serengeti.
Afterwards, we will pack a picnic lunch and embark on a full-day game drive, traversing the park’s stunning landscapes in search of the Big Five—lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo, and rhino. Serengeti is also a paradise for bird lovers, with over 500 bird species recorded, from ostriches and secretary birds in the open grasslands to majestic black eagles soaring above the savannah.
Spend the day tracking wildlife and soaking in the breathtaking scenery, before returning to the lodge at sunset for dinner and overnight stay.
Return to camp for a hot lunch, then pack up and depart for the Ngorongoro Highlands. Enjoy the scenic drive as the landscape transitions from open plains to the lush highlands. Upon arrival, settle in for dinner and overnight at Simba Campsite, preparing for tomorrow’s adventure into the famous Ngorongoro Crater.
Covering 260 square kilometers and spanning about 20 kilometers in diameter, exploring the crater will take approximately 5–6 hours. As you drive through its diverse habitats, you will encounter lions, elephants, hippos, zebras, and countless bird species, all set against a dramatic volcanic landscape.
After the morning adventure, we will ascend back to the highlands for lunch before driving back to Tulia Hotel in Arusha for dinner and overnight stay, concluding your unforgettable safari journey.
Upon arrival at Marangu Gate (1,800 m / 5,905 ft), complete park registration and begin your hike to Mandara Hut (2,743 m / 9,000 ft). The trek takes approximately 3 hours, offering stunning views along the way. Pause at Mandara Hut for a picnic lunch and a short rest.
After your break, embark on the short but challenging walk to Maundi Crater, a dramatic volcanic feature with panoramic views. Following this adventure, descend back to Marangu Gate and transfer to either Kilimanjaro Airport or your Arusha hotel, marking the end of your unforgettable Tanzanian journey.
Elevation gain: 915 m / 3,000 ft
Tour Pricing
- Park fees
- All activities (Unless labeled as optional)
- All accommodation (Unless listed as upgrade)
- A professional driver/guide
- 4X4 Custom built – Toyota Land cruiser during Safari
- All transportation (Unless labeled as optional)
- All Taxes/VAT
- Drinking water (On all days)
- International flights (From/to home)
- Domestic flights
- Balloon Safari over the Serengeti (can be arranged with extra cost)
- Tips
- Personal items (Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
- Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fee
from $3950
per person
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