8-Day Northern Tanzania Safari & Kilimanjaro Excursion

Price from: $2935 per person sharing

Overview

Introduction to the Ultimate Northern Tanzania Safari

Experience the ultimate Northern Tanzania Safari & Kilimanjaro adventure, exploring the famous Northern Circuit. This journey combines exceptional wildlife viewing with cultural and scenic experiences.

Visit the iconic Serengeti National Park, where the Great Migration brings vast herds of wildebeest and zebras across the plains, followed by predators. Then, explore the breathtaking Ngorongoro Crater, a natural wonder known for its high concentration of wildlife, including the Big Five.

Continue to Tarangire National Park, famous for its large elephant herds and ancient baobab trees. Finally, enjoy a cultural experience near Mount Kilimanjaro with a visit to Materuni Village, where you will hike to a beautiful waterfall and experience traditional coffee-making.

Highlights

  • Tanzania’s classic northern reserves: the Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater and Tarangire
  • See the Big 5 in Ngorongoro and enjoy wonderful birding
  • Seasonal viewing of the annual Wildebeest Migration
  • Excellent year-round game viewing
  • Witness the Great Wildebeest Migration (seasonal)
  • Beautiful scenery and endless photographic opportunities
  • Stay exclusively in Midrange lodges and premium tented camps
  • Encounter elephant herds and iconic baobab trees in Tarangire

Itinerary

Arrival in Arusha & City Experience

Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, you will be warmly welcomed by our professional team and transferred to Tulia Spa & Boutique Hotel for relaxation and an overnight stay. After your journey, you can unwind and prepare for the adventure ahead.

The following day, enjoy a guided tour of Arusha, the gateway to Northern Tanzania safaris. During the tour, you will explore the city’s vibrant atmosphere, local life, and scenic surroundings.

In addition, visit the lively local markets, including the famous Maasai Market, where you can browse handmade crafts and traditional souvenirs. Moreover, continue to the Cultural Heritage Centre and the Arusha City Museum to discover Tanzania’s rich history and cultural heritage

Meals: Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Tulia Boutique Hotel

Tarangire National Park Safari Experience

Begin your day with an early morning departure at 7:30 AM from your hotel, followed by a scenic two-hour drive to Tarangire National Park, one of Tanzania’s most সুন্দর and wildlife-rich safari destinations. Along the way, enjoy views of the countryside before arriving at the park, which is famous for its ancient baobab trees and large elephant herds.

Upon arrival, you will start your game drive immediately, giving you the chance to spot elephants, giraffes, and various antelope species roaming freely. As the day continues, explore Tarangire’s diverse ecosystems, where you may also encounter zebras, wildebeest, and a wide variety of birdlife. With some luck, predators such as lions, cheetahs, and leopards can also be seen resting or hunting across the savannah.

At midday, enjoy a relaxing lunch at the Tarangire River picnic site, where wildlife often gathers along the riverbanks. Afterward, continue your afternoon game drive through the park’s scenic landscapes, increasing your chances of spotting even more animals before concluding your safari later in the day.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Accommodation: Safari Haven Tarangire Camp

Tarangire to Serengeti Safari Journey

After breakfast, begin your day with an early morning game drive in Tarangire National Park, offering a final opportunity to spot elephants, giraffes, and other wildlife. Afterward, depart for Serengeti National Park on a scenic drive of approximately six hours, passing through Tanzania’s diverse and breathtaking landscapes.

Along the way, stop at the Ngorongoro Conservation Area viewpoint, where you can enjoy panoramic views of the iconic Ngorongoro Crater. Additionally, you may choose to visit a traditional Maasai village (optional), where you can experience local culture and daily life.

Later in the afternoon, arrive in Seronera (Central Serengeti) and enjoy an en-route game drive as you enter the park. As the sun sets, experience the incredible wildlife and endless plains of the Serengeti before heading to your lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Accommodation: Serengeti Central Lodge

Serengeti Early Morning Game Drive

Begin your day with an early morning game drive in Serengeti National Park, exploring the Western and Southern plains as the sun rises. At this time, wildlife is most active, making it ideal for spotting predators on the hunt as well as grazing herds moving across the savannah.

As the morning unfolds, track a wide variety of animals, including lions, leopards, elephants, giraffes, zebras, and different antelope species. Meanwhile, enjoy the peaceful atmosphere of the Serengeti as it comes to life.

In addition, the soft golden light provides excellent conditions for photography, creating unforgettable safari moments. Overall, this early game drive offers one of the most rewarding wildlife experiences in Tanzania.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Serengeti Central Lodge

Serengeti to Ngorongoro Crater Journey

After breakfast, enjoy a final morning game drive in Serengeti National Park, giving you one last فرصة to witness wildlife activity across the vast plains. During this time, you may spot predators, grazing herds, and a variety of other animals before continuing your journey.

Afterward, depart for the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, enjoying a scenic drive through rolling landscapes and diverse habitats. Along the way, stop at viewpoints and designated exit points for photography and short breaks.

By late afternoon, arrive at Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge, beautifully located on the crater rim. From here, take in breathtaking panoramic views of the iconic Ngorongoro Crater, creating a perfect setting to unwind.

In the evening, relax at the lodge and enjoy the peaceful surroundings. Finally, prepare for the next day’s descent into the crater, one of Africa’s most remarkable wildlife experiences.

Meals: Breakfast & Lunch

Accommodation: Ngorongoro Serena Lodge

Ngorongoro Crater Safari Experience

Begin your day with an early departure at 6:15 AM, followed by a descent into the breathtaking Ngorongoro Crater, one of Africa’s most spectacular wildlife destinations. As you reach the crater floor, you will enter a unique ecosystem with one of the highest concentrations of wildlife in the region.

Throughout the morning, enjoy an exciting game drive in search of black rhinos, lions, elephants, hippos, buffaloes, zebras, and wildebeest. In fact, the crater is one of the best places in Africa to spot the Big Five in a single day. Meanwhile, the compact landscape ensures frequent and rewarding wildlife sightings.

At midday, stop for a picnic lunch inside the crater while taking in the surrounding scenery. Afterward, begin your ascent back to the rim, where you can enjoy panoramic views of the crater and nearby highlands.

Later in the afternoon, continue your journey back to Arusha and arrive at Tulia Spa & Boutique Hotel for dinner and an overnight stay. Finally, this marks the end of your unforgettable Northern Tanzania safari adventure.

Meals: Breakfast & Lunch

Accommodation: Tulia Boutique Hotel

Kilimanjaro Cultural Experience & Hot Springs

Begin your day with a scenic hike near Mount Kilimanjaro to the beautiful Materuni Waterfalls. Along the way, walk through lush green landscapes and local villages before reaching the waterfall, where the refreshing atmosphere offers a perfect start to your adventure.

Afterward, visit a traditional coffee farm in Materuni Village, where you will learn the full coffee-making process from bean to cup. In addition, take part in a hands-on experience and enjoy tasting freshly brewed Tanzanian coffee.

Later, continue to Kikuletwa Hot Springs, also known as Chemka Hot Springs. Here, relax and swim in crystal-clear waters surrounded by palm trees and natural beauty, making it the perfect way to unwind after an active morning.

Finally, return to Arusha and arrive at Tulia Spa & Boutique Hotel for a comfortable evening stay, bringing your Kilimanjaro cultural experience to a relaxing end.

Meals: Breakfast & Lunch

Accommodation: Tulia Boutique Hotel

Departure & End of Safari

After breakfast, enjoy a comfortable transfer to Kilimanjaro International Airport or Arusha Airport for your onward flight. Our team will ensure a smooth and timely drop-off for your departure.

As your journey comes to an end, reflect on unforgettable experiences across Serengeti National Park, the breathtaking Ngorongoro Crater, the elephant-rich landscapes of Tarangire National Park, and the majestic beauty of Mount Kilimanjaro.

Finally, depart Tanzania with lasting memories of extraordinary wildlife, stunning landscapes, and rich cultural encounters bringing your Northern Tanzania Safari & Kilimanjaro adventure to a perfect close.

Accommodation: N/A

Tour Includes the following:
  • A 4×4 safari jeep with a pop-up roof, which enable you to spot wildlife easier
  • All park entry fees.
  • All Accommodation.
  • Bottled water and soft drinks during safari
  • A professional English-speaking driver guide.
  • All meals as per itinerary
  • Domestic air transfers (fly-in safari)
  • Mineral water, soft drinks, beer, and wine (on Jeep).
  • Airport transfers
  • Activities as per the itinerary above.
Tour Excludes the following:
  • International Flights.
  • Optional activities.
  • Visa fees.
  • Travel insurance.
  • Tipping.
  • Personal spending money for souvenirs, etc.
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