A 7-day Northern Circuit safari is one of the best ways to experience Tanzania’s famous wildlife destinations without rushing through the journey.
This itinerary combines Tarangire, Lake Manyara, Ngorongoro and Serengeti.
Day 1: Arusha to Tarangire National Park
Your safari begins in Arusha.
After meeting your guide, drive toward Tarangire National Park.
Enjoy your first game drive while looking for elephants, giraffes, zebras, lions and other wildlife.
Overnight near Tarangire.
Day 2: Tarangire to Lake Manyara
After breakfast, continue toward Lake Manyara National Park.
Explore the park’s forests, grasslands and lake environment.
Look for elephants, giraffes, zebras, buffalo and a wide variety of birds.
Overnight near Lake Manyara or Karatu.
Day 3: Lake Manyara to Ngorongoro
After breakfast, travel toward the Ngorongoro Conservation Area.
Depending on the itinerary, you may enjoy cultural activities or explore the surrounding area.
Overnight near Ngorongoro.
Day 4: Ngorongoro Crater
Wake early and descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for a game drive.
The crater offers excellent opportunities to see large numbers of wildlife.
Enjoy a picnic lunch before continuing your exploration.
Later, ascend from the crater and continue toward Serengeti.
Overnight in Serengeti.
Day 5: Serengeti Full-Day Safari
Spend a full day exploring Serengeti National Park.
Your guide will search for lions, elephants, cheetahs, leopards, giraffes, zebras and other wildlife.
The location of the wildlife will determine the exact route.
Overnight in Serengeti.
Day 6: Serengeti Safari
Continue exploring Serengeti.
An early morning game drive can provide excellent opportunities to see predators when they are most active.
Later, enjoy another game drive before returning to camp or lodge.
Overnight in Serengeti.
Day 7: Serengeti to Arusha
Enjoy a final morning safari before beginning the journey back toward Arusha.
Depending on your travel plans, you can also arrange an internal flight or other transfer.
Why Choose This Itinerary?
This route combines several of Tanzania’s most famous destinations while allowing enough time in Serengeti for meaningful wildlife exploration.
It is suitable for first-time visitors, couples, families and wildlife enthusiasts.
Ready to experience the Northern Circuit? Contact Swallowtail Adventure to customize your 7-day safari.
