5-Day Luxury Safari – Northern Circuit
Overview
This 5-day luxury safari takes you through the best of Tanzania’s Northern Circuit, combining breathtaking landscapes, abundant wildlife, and premium luxury stays. Explore Tarangire National Park, home of giant elephant herds and ancient baobabs, the legendary Serengeti, where the Great Migration and Big Five thrive, and the awe-inspiring Ngorongoro Crater, a natural amphitheater filled with wildlife. You’ll stay in world-class luxury lodges and tented camps that blend comfort, exclusivity, and immersive wilderness experiences.
Day 1: Arusha – Tarangire National Park
Highlights: Elephant herds, baobab trees, diverse birdlife.
Activities:
Morning pick-up in Arusha and luxury drive to Tarangire.
Game drive through the park with picnic lunch.
Evening sundowners at your lodge overlooking the park.
Accommodation (Luxury Options):
Tarangire Treetops by Elewana
Lemala Mpingo Ridge
Sanctuary Swala Camp
Meals: Lunch & Dinner.
Day 2: Tarangire – Serengeti National Park
Highlights: Scenic flight/drive, Serengeti plains, first encounters with the Big Five.
Activities:
Breakfast at lodge, then depart to Serengeti.
Scenic flight (recommended for luxury guests) or drive via Ngorongoro Highlands.
Afternoon game drive in Serengeti.
Accommodation (Luxury Options):
Four Seasons Safari Lodge Serengeti
Lemala Kuria Hills Lodge
Kubu Kubu Tented Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner.
Day 3: Full-Day Safari – Serengeti National Park
Highlights: Sunrise over Serengeti, Great Migration (seasonal), predators in action.
Activities:
Early morning game drive.
Return for breakfast and leisure at lodge (spa, pool).
Full-day game drive with bush picnic lunch.
Optional hot-air balloon safari at sunrise (extra cost).
Accommodation: Same as Day 2.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner.
Day 4: Serengeti – Ngorongoro Conservation Area
Highlights: Scenic highlands, Olduvai Gorge (optional), crater rim luxury stay.
Activities:
Morning game drive in Serengeti.
Drive towards Ngorongoro, stopping for cultural or historical visits.
Arrive at luxury lodge with breathtaking views of the crater.
Accommodation (Luxury Options):
Ngorongoro Crater Lodge (AndBeyond)
Neptune Ngorongoro Luxury Lodge
The Highlands Ngorongoro
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner.
Day 5: Ngorongoro Crater – Arusha
Highlights: Game drive in Ngorongoro Crater, black rhinos, hippo pools.
Activities:
Early descent into Ngorongoro Crater for a half-day game drive.
Picnic lunch at the hippo pool.
Afternoon drive back to Arusha or transfer to airport for departure.
Accommodation: End of safari (hotel in Arusha or outbound flight).
Meals: Breakfast & Lunch.
✨ Safari Highlights
Tarangire: Elephants & baobabs.
Serengeti: Big Five & Great Migration spectacle.
Ngorongoro: World’s largest intact crater, home to rhinos.
Luxury lodges with infinity pools, spas, and panoramic views.
Private game drives, fine dining, and personalized services.
✅ Inclusions
Transport in a private 4×4 safari vehicle with a pop-up roof for game viewing.
Professional English-speaking driver-guide (other languages on request).
Park entry fees for Serengeti National Park & Ngorongoro Conservation Area.
Crater service fee for descent into Ngorongoro Crater.
Accommodation in mid-range lodges/tented camps (as per itinerary).
All meals as specified in the itinerary (Day 1 lunch to Day 3 lunch).
Drinking water during game drives.
Airport transfers (pick-up & drop-off in Arusha).
Government taxes and levies.
❌ Exclusions
International flights to/from Tanzania.
Visa fees (approx. $50 per person, paid on arrival).
Travel insurance & medical cover.
Alcoholic & soft drinks (unless provided by accommodation).
Tips & gratuities for guide/driver, porters, and hotel staff.
Optional activities:
Hot air balloon safari in Serengeti.
Cultural visits (Maasai village, Olduvai Gorge, etc.).
Personal expenses: souvenirs, phone calls, laundry, etc.
Accommodation in Arusha before/after safari (can be arranged on request).