7 Days Northern Circuit Mid-range Safari

Upon arrival at the airport in Arusha, you will be warmly welcomed by your professional safari guide who will assist you with your luggage and provide a brief introduction to your safari program. After the welcome meeting you will be transferred to your accommodation at Baghayo Suites, a comfortable lodge located in a quiet part of the city. Arusha is known as the gateway to Tanzania’s northern safari circuit and offers a pleasant atmosphere surrounded by lush greenery and views of Mount Meru. The rest of the day will be at leisure, allowing you to relax after your journey and prepare for the adventure ahead. Dinner will be served at the lodge followed by an overnight stay.

After an early breakfast at the lodge, you will depart for the spectacular Ngorongoro Conservation Area, home to the world-renowned Ngorongoro Crater. The drive takes you through the scenic highlands before reaching the crater rim where breathtaking views of the vast caldera unfold below. You will descend approximately 600 meters to the crater floor for a full-day game drive in one of Africa’s most extraordinary wildlife habitats. The crater hosts an impressive concentration of animals including elephants, lions, buffaloes, zebras, wildebeest, hyenas, and a wide variety of bird species. It is also one of the best places in Tanzania to see the rare black rhinoceros. Around midday you will enjoy a picnic lunch at a designated site near the hippo pool while surrounded by the stunning scenery of the crater floor. In the late afternoon you will ascend the crater and drive back to Baghayo Suites for dinner and overnight.

After breakfast you will begin your journey toward the world-famous Serengeti National Park, traveling through the beautiful landscapes of the Ngorongoro highlands. The scenery gradually changes as the endless plains of the Serengeti appear on the horizon. Along the way you will enjoy wildlife viewing opportunities and stop for a picnic lunch inside the park. The eastern Serengeti region is known for its wide open savannahs and impressive wildlife populations. By late afternoon you will arrive at Kifaru Tented Lodge, where dinner will be served and you will spend the night in the heart of the Serengeti wilderness.

Today you will spend the day exploring different areas of Serengeti National Park, famous for its rich wildlife and dramatic landscapes. After breakfast you will depart for a full day game drive in either the central or western Serengeti depending on wildlife movements and seasonal conditions. These areas are known for excellent sightings of lions, cheetahs, leopards, giraffes, elephants, and large herds of zebras and wildebeest. During the day you will enjoy a special bush lunch experience in the wilderness accompanied by an armed park ranger who ensures safety while allowing you to experience the Serengeti in a unique and authentic way. In the late afternoon you will return to Kifaru Tented Lodge for dinner and overnight.

Following breakfast you will depart the Serengeti and travel back through the scenic landscapes of the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. The journey offers wonderful views of volcanic mountains, highland forests, and Maasai grazing lands. Along the way you will stop at a scenic picnic site for lunch before continuing to the fertile farming town of Karatu, located on the edge of the conservation area. Upon arrival you will check in at Marera Valley Lodge, a peaceful lodge surrounded by gardens and farmland. Dinner and overnight will be enjoyed at the lodge.

After breakfast you will travel to the unique cultural region of Lake Eyasi, a seasonal lake located southwest of Karatu. The area is known for its traditional communities and remarkable landscapes. During your visit you will have the opportunity to explore the surroundings of the lake and learn more about the culture and lifestyle of the local people who inhabit the region. The visit provides a fascinating cultural perspective that complements the wildlife experiences of the safari. After the excursion you will return to Karatu where lunch will be served at Marera Valley Lodge. Later you will check in at Pazuri Inn for dinner and overnight.

On your final day you will depart Karatu and travel toward Arusha for a special wildlife experience at Serval Wildlife Park. This unique conservation park offers visitors the opportunity to observe several species in a natural environment while learning about wildlife conservation efforts. During the visit you will enjoy lunch at the park while taking in the beautiful surroundings and interacting with the wildlife experiences offered at the facility. In the late afternoon you will be transferred to the airport for your onward flight, either continuing your journey to the beautiful island of Zanzibar or connecting with your international flight back home. This marks the end of your unforgettable safari through northern Tanzania’s most remarkable landscapes and wildlife destinations.