7-Day Classic Northern Circuit & Great Migration Safari

7 Days / 6 NightsTarangire, Lake Manyara, Serengeti, Ngorongoro1 - 6 Travelers

Safari Overview

This legendary 7-day safari covers the absolute best wildlife sanctuaries in Northern Tanzania. Travel in a private 4x4 safari cruiser with a professional guide, track lion prides and migration herds across the endless Serengeti savannah, descend 600m into the Ngorongoro Crater floor, and marvel at the giant baobabs of Tarangire.

Key Experience Highlights

Witness Great Wildebeest Migration herds in the Serengeti

Full-day game drive on the floor of the world-famous Ngorongoro Crater

Dense elephant herds and ancient baobab trees in Tarangire

High apex predator density (lions, cheetahs, leopards)

Scenic Lake Manyara with tree-climbing lions and pink flamingos

Day by Day

Detailed Safari Itinerary

7 Days Planned

Arrival in Arusha — The Gateway to African Safaris

Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO). Meet your Gibaco Tanzania chauffeur and transfer to your peaceful lodge in Arusha or Karatu. Enjoy a comprehensive safari briefing and welcome dinner under the African stars.

Lodge: Gran Meliá Arusha / Karatu Country LodgeMeals: DinnerActivities: Airport transfer, safari briefing, relaxation

Tarangire National Park — Land of Giants & Baobabs

Depart after an early breakfast for Tarangire National Park. Known for its surreal skyline of ancient baobabs and enormous elephant families. Enjoy a full day tracking lions, giraffes, leopards, and zebras along the Tarangire River.

Lodge: Tarangire Safari Lodge / Ndovu Tented CampMeals: Breakfast, Picnic Bush Lunch, DinnerActivities: Full-day game drive, elephant tracking

Lake Manyara National Park to Serengeti Plains

Morning game drive in Lake Manyara's lush groundwater forest, known for baboons, hippos, and thousands of flamingos. Ascend through the misty Ngorongoro highlands and enter the vast Serengeti plains with game viewing en route.

Lodge: Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge / Kubukubu Tented CampMeals: Breakfast, Lunch, DinnerActivities: Rift Valley drive, scenic savannah transition

Central Serengeti — Heart of Big Cat Territory

Spend a full, thrilling day traversing the Seronera Valley. Visit granite kopjes where lion prides bask in the sun, search acacia branches for resting leopards, and watch cheetahs scan the horizon for gazelles.

Lodge: Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge / Kubukubu Tented CampMeals: Breakfast, Picnic Lunch, DinnerActivities: Sunrise & sunset game drives, predator tracking

Serengeti Migration Tracking to Ngorongoro Rim

Early morning morning game drive capturing active predator hunts. Follow wildebeest columns across the savannah before driving toward the rim of the Ngorongoro Crater. Enjoy spectacular panoramic crater sunset views.

Lodge: Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge / Rhino LodgeMeals: Breakfast, Lunch, DinnerActivities: Wildlife tracking, crater rim sundowner

Ngorongoro Crater Floor Safari — Africa's Eden

Descend 600 meters through the morning mist onto the caldera floor. Spend hours exploring Lake Magadi, Ngoitokitok hippo springs, and Lerai forest. Spot the endangered black rhino, lions, and giant bull elephants.

Lodge: Karatu Safari Lodge / Marera Valley LodgeMeals: Breakfast, Crater Picnic Lunch, DinnerActivities: Crater floor safari, black rhino search

Maasai Cultural Experience & Return to Arusha / JRO

Visit an authentic Maasai boma or cultural craft market in Karatu. Enjoy a relaxed lunch before your chauffeur transfers you to Arusha or Kilimanjaro Airport (JRO) for your outbound flight.

Lodge: Day-use or departure flightMeals: Breakfast, LunchActivities: Cultural visit, airport transfer

What's Included

All national park entry, conservation & crater service fees
Private 4x4 safari land cruiser with pop-up roof & unlimited mileage
Professional English-speaking TANAPA-certified safari guide
6 nights full-board accommodation in hand-picked lodges / tented camps
All meals on safari (breakfast, picnic bush lunch, multi-course dinner)
Complimentary bottled mineral drinking water & coffee in vehicle
Complimentary high-powered binoculars and wildlife field guidebooks
All airport transfers (Kilimanjaro JRO or Arusha ARK)

What's Excluded

International flights and visa fees
Travel and medical insurance
Optional Serengeti hot air balloon flight
Guide gratuities & lodge staff tips
Personal drinks (alcoholic beverages and sodas)

Plan & Inquire Safari

Custom QuotePersonalized pricing upon request

7 Days / 6 Nights

Local Gibaco Tanzania Safari Guide • Direct Karatu & Arusha Team