Northern Tanzania Grand Safari – 4 Days Adventure
Duration
4 days, 3night
Group Size
Max 12 people
Location
Moshi
What's Included in This Tour
Accommodation is included throughout the 4-day safari at carefully selected properties near each destination. Guests will stay at Manyara Safari Lodge during the Lake Manyara portion, Serengeti Wild Camp during the Serengeti adventure, and Ngorongoro Safari Lodge during the Ngorongoro visit. Each stay provides a comfortable base for relaxing after game drives while enjoying the natural surroundings of Northern Tanzania. Accommodation is provided on a full-board basis as specified in the itinerary.
Travel in a comfortable and well-maintained 4x4 safari vehicle with a pop-up roof, providing excellent views for wildlife watching and photography. Transportation covers all scheduled transfers and game drives across Lake Manyara National Park, Serengeti National Park, and the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, accompanied by an experienced professional safari driver-guide. Complimentary drinking water is provided throughout the safari.
Comfortable airport transfers are provided between Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) and the guest's accommodation in Moshi or Arusha. A professional driver will meet guests upon arrival and provide a safe and convenient transfer to their hotel or safari starting point. Departure transfers to the airport can also be arranged according to the guest's flight schedule.
Enjoy full-board meals throughout the 4-day Northern Tanzania safari, including breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Breakfast and dinner are served at the safari accommodations, while lunch is provided as a picnic or packed lunch during game drives when appropriate. Meals feature a selection of fresh local and international dishes, with vegetarian, vegan, and other dietary requirements accommodated with advance notice.
Day 1: Depart from Arusha or Moshi and drive to Lake Manyara National Park for a game drive, where you may encounter elephants, giraffes, zebras, buffaloes, and abundant birdlife before continuing to your lodge for dinner and overnight stay. Day 2: After breakfast, travel to the legendary Serengeti National Park, enjoying scenic landscapes along the way before an afternoon game drive and overnight stay at Serengeti Wild Camp. Day 3: Enjoy a full-day Serengeti safari with morning and afternoon game drives, exploring the vast plains in search of lions, leopards, cheetahs, elephants, wildebeest, zebras, and other wildlife, before continuing to the Ngorongoro area for overnight accommodation. Day 4: Descend into the spectacular Ngorongoro Crater for a memorable game drive, with opportunities to see a wide variety of wildlife, before ascending from the crater and returning to Arusha or Moshi.
About This Tour
Experience the ultimate adventure with the 4 Days 3 Nights Northern Circuit Safari, an exciting journey through some of Tanzania’s most iconic wildlife and natural landscapes. This carefully planned safari takes you to Lake Manyara National Park, Serengeti National Park, and the Ngorongoro Crater, offering an incredible mix of breathtaking scenery, diverse wildlife, and unforgettable safari moments. Your adventure begins with a visit to Lake Manyara National Park, famous for its tree-climbing lions, large flocks of flamingos, and rich birdlife. Next, you’ll explore the Serengeti National Park, one of the world’s most renowned safari destinations, where vast open plains and rolling savannahs are home to lions, elephants, giraffes, zebras, and other magnificent wildlife. The journey culminates at the awe-inspiring Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage site and one of the largest intact volcanic calderas in the world, where wildlife thrives in a naturally enclosed paradise. The safari package includes comfortable accommodations, expert guides, transportation, and meals, ensuring a seamless and memorable experience from start to finish. Whether it’s your first safari or a return journey to Tanzania’s wilderness, this 4-day northern circuit tour promises extraordinary wildlife encounters, stunning landscapes, and moments you will treasure forever.
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Day 1: Arusha – Lake Manyara National Park.
After breakfast, depart from Arusha or Moshi and drive to Lake Manyara National Park, one of Tanzania's scenic wildlife destinations. Begin an exciting game drive through the park, exploring its diverse landscapes of forests, open plains, and the shores of Lake Manyara. Look out for elephants, giraffes, zebras, buffaloes, baboons, hippos, and a variety of bird species. Enjoy a picnic lunch during the safari before continuing with the afternoon game drive. Later, proceed to Manyara Safari Lodge for dinner, relaxation, and overnight accommodation
Day 2: Lake Manyara – Serengeti National Park
After breakfast, depart from Manyara and travel toward the legendary Serengeti National Park, enjoying spectacular views of Tanzania's countryside and the changing landscapes along the way. Enter the Serengeti and begin an exciting afternoon game drive, exploring the vast plains in search of lions, elephants, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, buffaloes, and other wildlife. Continue to your Serengeti Wild Camp for dinner, relaxation, and overnight accommodation surrounded by the sounds of the African wilderness.
Day 3: Serengeti National Park – Full-Day Game Drive – Ngorongoro
Rise early for a memorable full-day Serengeti game drive, exploring different areas of the park in search of Africa's iconic wildlife. Follow the movements of wildebeest, zebras, and other animals while keeping watch for lions, leopards, cheetahs, elephants, giraffes, and buffaloes. Enjoy a picnic lunch in the wilderness before continuing the afternoon safari. Later, depart the Serengeti toward the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, arriving at Ngorongoro Safari Lodge for dinner and overnight accommodation.
Day 4: Ngorongoro Crater – Game Drive – Return to Arusha/Moshi
After an early breakfast, descend into the spectacular Ngorongoro Crater for an unforgettable morning game drive. Explore the crater floor, home to an exceptional concentration of wildlife, with opportunities to see lions, elephants, buffaloes, zebras, wildebeest, hippos, and a wide variety of birdlife. Enjoy a picnic lunch in the crater before ascending and beginning the scenic journey back to Arusha or Moshi, marking the end of your Northern Tanzania Grand Safari.
What's Included
Included
- 4x4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof
- Professional English-speaking safari driver-guide
- All scheduled game drives
- Lake Manyara National Park game drive
- Serengeti National Park game drives
- Ngorongoro Crater game drive
- 3 nights accommodation as specified in the itinerary
- Breakfast, lunch, and dinner throughout the safari
- Picnic lunches during full-day game drives
- Drinking water during the safari
- All applicable park entry fees
- Ngorongoro Conservation Area fees
- Crater service fee
- Safari vehicle and driver-guide fees
- Government taxes and service charges
Not Included
- International and domestic flights
- Tanzania visa fees
- Travel and medical insurance
- Airport transfers unless specifically included in the booking
- Alcoholic and other personal beverages
- Tips and gratuities for the safari driver-guide
- Personal expenses such as laundry, telephone calls, and souvenirs
- Optional activities not included in the itinerary
- Additional accommodation before or after the safari
- Any meals or services not specified in the itinerary
- Private or additional transportation outside the scheduled itinerary
- Any expenses resulting from itinerary changes requested by the guest
- Anything not specifically listed under "Included"
Operator Recommendations
Airports
Kilimanjaro International Airport is the main gateway for guests arriving for their Northern Tanzania safari. Convenient airport transfers can be arranged to connect guests with their accommodation in Arusha or Moshi before the safari begins.
Experiences
Experience the incredible wildlife and landscapes of Northern Tanzania across Lake Manyara, Serengeti, and Ngorongoro. Enjoy thrilling game drives, breathtaking scenery, diverse wildlife, and unforgettable encounters with Africa's iconic animals, including opportunities to see the Big Five in their natural habitat.
View DetailsGuides
Travel with an experienced and professional safari driver-guide with extensive knowledge of Tanzania's wildlife, national parks, landscapes, and local culture. Your guide provides expert wildlife spotting, shares interesting information throughout the journey, and ensures a safe, comfortable, and memorable safari experience.
View DetailsAccommodation
Comfortable hotel accommodation in Arusha or Moshi before or after the safari, providing a convenient place to relax, prepare for the adventure, or rest after completing the journey. Accommodation can be arranged according to guest preferences and availability.
View DetailsTransport
Comfortable and well-maintained 4x4 safari vehicle equipped with a pop-up roof for excellent wildlife viewing and photography. Transportation covers all scheduled safari routes, game drives, and transfers between Lake Manyara, Serengeti, Ngorongoro, and the final drop-off point, accompanied by an experienced professional safari driver-guide.
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PURE AFRICA EXPEDITIONS
Tanzania
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