4-Day Classic Northern Circuit Safari
- Professional Driver Guides
- Trusted Local Experts
- No Middlemen
Overview
This 4-day private safari follows the route Arusha → Tarangire → Serengeti → Ngorongoro → Arusha. Depart Arusha for Tarangire National Park, home to giant baobabs and some of Tanzania's largest elephant herds.
Every itinerary runs in a private 4x4 safari vehicle with a pop-up roof and an English-speaking driver-guide, with park fees, meals on safari and your choice of lodge category included. Rates are per person in USD, sharing, and depend on group size and lodge tier.
Trip Highlights
- Giant baobabs and large elephant herds in Tarangire
- The Big Five on the Ngorongoro Crater floor, with a picnic lunch
- Game drives on the endless plains of the Serengeti
Trip Features
Trip Itinerary
Depart Arusha for Tarangire National Park, home to giant baobabs and some of Tanzania's largest elephant herds. Afternoon game drive, overnight at your selected lodge near Tarangire.
Escarpment Luxury Lodge
A boutique eco-luxury lodge on the Great Rift Valley rim above Lake Manyara.
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Farm of Dreams Lodge
A mid-range farm-style lodge in Karatu with garden chalets, a pool and organic dining.
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Ngorongoro Oldeani Mountain Lodge
A 5-star colonial-style lodge in 40 acres of gardens near the Ngorongoro Crater.
Learn MoreMorning game drive before departing for the Serengeti, arriving in time for an afternoon game drive on the endless plains. Overnight at your selected camp in the Serengeti.
Meliá Serengeti Lodge
A 5-star lodge in the Nyamuma Hills overlooking the Mbalageti River valley.
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Olkarien Eco Safari Camp
An off-grid eco camp near Olkarien Gorge, with Maasai walking safaris and migration access.
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Tukaone Serengeti Camps
A semi-permanent tented camp in the Seronera Valley of Central Serengeti.
Learn MoreFinal morning game drive in the Serengeti before transferring to the Ngorongoro Highlands. Overnight at your selected lodge on the crater rim.
Escarpment Luxury Lodge
A boutique eco-luxury lodge on the Great Rift Valley rim above Lake Manyara.
Learn MoreFarm of Dreams Lodge
A mid-range farm-style lodge in Karatu with garden chalets, a pool and organic dining.
Learn MoreNgorongoro Oldeani Mountain Lodge
A 5-star colonial-style lodge in 40 acres of gardens near the Ngorongoro Crater.
Learn MoreDescend into the Ngorongoro Crater for a full morning game drive in search of the Big Five, with a picnic lunch on the crater floor, before the drive back to Arusha in the afternoon.
Rates by Group Size & Lodge Category
Per person, in USD, sharing. The more you travel together, the lower the per-person rate. Solo travellers and larger groups on request.
| Tier | Lodge / Camp | 2 Pax | 4 Pax | 6 Pax |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mid-Range | Farm of Dreams Lodge · Tukaone Serengeti Camps | $1,994 | $1,440 | $1,256 |
| Luxury | Escarpment Luxury Lodge · Olkarien Eco Safari Camp | $2,580 | $2,025 | $1,841 |
| Ultra Luxury | Ngorongoro Oldeani Mountain Lodge · Meliá Serengeti Lodge | $3,259 | $2,704 | $2,519 |
Prices per person. Lodge names link to their full pages with rooms and photos.
Optional Add-ons & Experiences
Extend or elevate your safari with any of the experiences below. Let your booking consultant know when you enquire and we'll build it into your itinerary.
Climb Kilimanjaro
Combine your safari with a Kilimanjaro climb — most travellers climb first and finish with the safari.
Zanzibar Beach Extension
Add a few days on the white-sand beaches of Zanzibar after your safari.
Safari Cost Include
- Park entry fees
- Private 4x4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof
- English-speaking driver-guide
- All meals while on safari
- Drinking water
- Accommodation per the tier selected
Safari Cost Does Not Include
- International and domestic flights
- Visa fees
- Tips
- Personal expenses
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