9 Day Northern Circuit Grand Tour

Overview

Day by day itinerary

1. 1Day 1: Arrival in Arusha⌄

   Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, you will be welcomed by your guide and transferred to your lodge in or around Arusha. After check-in, you will have time to relax and prepare for your safari across Tanzania’s Northern Circuit.

   Meals: Dinner: Dinner (depending on arrival time) Drinking water provided

   Overnight: Lodge near Arusha

2. 2Day 2: Safari in Arusha National Park⌄

   Begin your safari with a visit to Arusha National Park, known for its diverse landscapes including lush forests, open savannah, and views of Mount Meru. Enjoy game drives with opportunities to spot giraffes, zebras, buffalo, and a variety of birdlife in a scenic and less crowded environment.

   Meals: Breakfast · Lunch · Dinner

   Overnight: Lodge near Arusha

3. 3Day 3: Arusha → Tarangire National Park⌄

   After breakfast, travel to Tarangire National Park, famous for its large elephant herds and iconic baobab trees. Spend the day on game drives exploring the park’s rich wildlife, including lions, wildebeest, and diverse bird species.

   Meals: Breakfast · Lunch · Dinner

   Overnight: Lodge near Tarangire National Park

4. 4Day 4: Lake Manyara National Park Exploration⌄

   Visit Lake Manyara National Park, known for its tree-climbing lions, flamingos, and stunning Rift Valley scenery. Enjoy game drives through woodlands and along the lake shores, offering diverse wildlife viewing opportunities.

   Meals: Breakfast · Lunch · Dinner

   Overnight: Lodge near Lake Manyara

5. 5Day 5: Lake Manyara → Serengeti National Park⌄

   Journey to the world-famous Serengeti National Park. The drive offers scenic landscapes before entering the vast plains. Upon arrival, enjoy a game drive en route to your lodge or camp, where wildlife sightings begin immediately.

   Meals: Breakfast · Lunch · Dinner

   Overnight: Safari lodge or luxury tented camp in Serengeti

6. 6Day 6: Full Day in Serengeti⌄

   Spend a full day exploring the Serengeti with guided game drives. The park is renowned for its abundant wildlife and the Great Migration, offering opportunities to see lions, cheetahs, elephants, and vast herds of grazing animals.

   Meals: Breakfast · Lunch · Dinner

   Overnight: Lodge or camp in Serengeti

7. 7Day 7: Serengeti Exploration⌄

   Continue your exploration of the Serengeti with additional game drives across different regions of the park. This allows for deeper wildlife encounters and varied landscapes, increasing your chances of spotting rare species.

   Meals: Breakfast · Lunch · Dinner

   Overnight: Lodge or camp in Serengeti

8. 8Day 8: Ngorongoro Crater Visit⌄

   Travel to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area and descend into the Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The crater offers one of the most concentrated wildlife viewing experiences in Africa, including opportunities to see the rare black rhino.

   Meals: Breakfast · Lunch · Dinner

   Overnight: Lodge near Ngorongoro

9. 9Day 9: Return to Arusha & Departure⌄

   After breakfast, return to Arusha. Depending on your flight schedule, you may have time for relaxation or last-minute shopping before being transferred to Kilimanjaro International Airport for your departure.

   Meals: Breakfast · Lunch: Lunch en route (depending on timing)