Sample itinerary · Classic
Classic Northern Circuit
Tarangire's elephants, the Ngorongoro Crater and several nights in the Serengeti — a balanced first safari.
Illustrative itinerary. This is an example to inspire planning — not a fixed commercial offer. Routes, properties, inclusions and prices are confirmed only in your personal quote.
- Duration
- 7 days
- Destinations
- Arusha · Tarangire · Ngorongoro · Serengeti
Who this journey suits
Travellers interested in classic travel, with time for Arusha, Tarangire, Ngorongoro, Serengeti.
The rhythm of your journey
This is an illustrative route. Check full wildlife days, road transfers, flight connections and any arrival or departure nights before confirming. The final programme is proposed for your dates.
Day by day
Day 1
Arrive in Arusha
Met on arrival and transferred to a quiet lodge to rest after your flight.
Overnight: Arusha area
Day 2
Tarangire National Park
Game drive among baobabs and elephant herds along the Tarangire River.
Overnight: Tarangire area
Day 3
To the Ngorongoro Highlands
Drive into the cool highlands via Karatu, with time for a local coffee-farm visit.
Overnight: Karatu / crater rim
Day 4
Ngorongoro Crater
Descend to the crater floor for a full day of game viewing.
Overnight: Karatu / crater rim
Days 5–6
Central Serengeti
Two full days exploring the Serengeti's plains, kopjes and river valleys.
Overnight: Central Serengeti
Day 7
Fly back to Arusha
Morning drive, then a light-aircraft flight to Arusha for onward connections.
Typically included
- Accommodation as per final itinerary
- Meals on safari as specified in quote
- Private safari vehicle and guide (to be confirmed)
- Park and conservation fees as itemised in quote
Typically excluded
- International flights
- Visas and travel insurance
- Gratuities
- Optional activities unless stated
- Personal expenses
Accommodation examples
Provisional — specific properties are proposed and confirmed in your quote, subject to availability.
Tarangire
Lodge to be confirmed
Provisional example — final property confirmed in your quote.
Ngorongoro Highlands
Lodge to be confirmed
Provisional example — final property confirmed in your quote.
Central Serengeti
Tented camp to be confirmed
Provisional example — final property confirmed in your quote.
Seasonal advice
Works year-round. The dry season brings easier game viewing; the green season offers lush scenery and fewer vehicles. We adjust Serengeti locations to the time of year.
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Questions, answered
Yes — add extra Serengeti nights, a Lake Manyara stop, or a Zanzibar extension.
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