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Day 1 · Manyara or Tarangire
- Drive from Arusha with picnic lunch and an afternoon game drive.
- Park choice based on season and wildlife focus.
- Overnight near Manyara or Tarangire.
Seven-day northern circuit
7-Day Tanzania SafariNorthern Highlights
Extended northern circuit with extra Serengeti time and Ngorongoro crater views.
Key parks: Tarangire · Lake Manyara · Serengeti · Ngorongoro Crater
Quick summary
- Duration: 7 days / 6 nights
- Safari style: Family Safaris
- Best for: Families and multi-generation groups who want a slower pace
- Best months: Jun to Oct for dry season; Dec to Feb for calving
- Group size: Private, 2 to 6 guests (custom groups on request)
- Accommodation: Lodges and tented camps
- Pricing: From $3,844 per person
Itinerary
Day by day
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Day 2 · Local park focus
- Extra game drive or a guided walk near the escarpment.
- Adjust to wildlife movement and your pace.
- Overnight near Karatu or Tarangire.
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Day 3 · To Serengeti
- Travel toward Serengeti with wildlife stops en route.
- Afternoon game drive on arrival.
- Overnight in Serengeti camp or lodge.
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Day 4 · Full-day Serengeti
- Morning and afternoon game drives in central Serengeti.
- Track predators and migration herds if in season.
- Overnight in Serengeti camp or lodge.
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Day 5 · Serengeti to Ngorongoro
- Dawn drive on the plains.
- Travel toward Ngorongoro with scenic stops.
- Overnight near the crater rim or Karatu.
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Day 6 · Ngorongoro Crater
- Half-day crater game drive for Big Five sightings.
- Picnic lunch and return to the rim.
- Overnight near Karatu.
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Day 7 · Return to Arusha
- Relaxed breakfast and optional short stop if time allows.
- Drive back to Arusha or Kilimanjaro Airport.
- Trip ends after arrival.
Includes
- All accommodations per itinerary.
- All meals per itinerary (B=Breakfast, L=Lunch, D=Dinner).
- All tours and entrance fees per itinerary (unless listed as excluded).
- All transportation and transfers per itinerary.
- Professional English-speaking naturalist driver/guide.
- Transportation in a custom safari 4x4 with viewing roof and guaranteed window seating.
- Safari vehicles include inverter, communications radio, electric cooler, and filtered water.
- National Park gate fees, park commission, and government taxes (based on current rates).
Excludes
- International and domestic flights.
- Meals not listed.
- Tips for guides, drivers, and hotel staff.
- Optional tours.
- Single room supplement.
- Personal expenses (visas, airport taxes, internet, etc.).
Seasonal guidance
Best time
June to October for dry season game drives.
Shoulder months
January to February and November for lighter crowds.
Weather notes
Long rains March to May can affect road access.
Trust signals
Review snippet
“The itinerary was well planned, and we never felt rushed.”
Herbert · SafariBookings
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