Combined Parks
5 Days / 4 Nights
easy
5-Day Luxury Northern Circuit Safari | Tarangire, Serengeti & Ngorongoro
Experience the ultimate 5-day luxury northern circuit safari through Tanzania's most iconic parks. Explore Tarangire's elephant herds, Serengeti's Big Five, and Ngorongoro's crater wildlife. Premium lodges, private guides, and exclusive safari experiences.
5 Days
Max 6 People
5.00 Rating
Arusha, Tanzania
Starting from
$3,920
per person
Standard: $3,920
Luxury: $5,200
Overview
5-Day Luxury Northern Circuit Safari
Discover Tanzania's legendary Northern Circuit on this exclusive 5-day luxury safari. This carefully curated journey takes you through three of Africa's most spectacular national parks - Tarangire, Serengeti, and Ngorongoro Crater - staying at handpicked luxury lodges and camps that redefine safari comfort.
Why Choose the Northern Circuit?
- ✓Three Iconic Parks: Tarangire, Serengeti, and Ngorongoro Crater in one trip
- ✓Diverse Landscapes: From ancient baobab forests to endless plains to volcanic craters
- ✓Big Five Guarantee: Best chances to see lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo, and rhino
- ✓Tarangire Elephants: Home to the largest elephant herds in northern Tanzania
- ✓Serengeti Migration: Witness 1.5 million wildebeest on the move (seasonal)
- ✓Ngorongoro Crater: UNESCO World Heritage Site with 25,000+ animals
- ✓Luxury Accommodation: Premium lodges in prime wildlife locations
- ✓Private Safari: Dedicated vehicle and expert guide for your party
The Northern Circuit Experience
The Northern Circuit is Tanzania's most famous safari route, and for good reason. It offers an incredible diversity of landscapes and wildlife that cannot be found anywhere else on Earth. From the elephant paradise of Tarangire to the vast Serengeti plains and the collapsed volcano of Ngorongoro, each destination offers a unique and unforgettable experience.
This 5-day luxury safari is designed for discerning travelers who want to experience the best of northern Tanzania in comfort and style. Every detail is taken care of - from premium accommodations to expert guiding to gourmet dining under the African stars.
5 Days
Duration
Max 6
Group Size
Arusha, Tanzania
Start Point
easy
Difficulty
Day by Day
5 days of unforgettable adventure
D1
Day 1 of 5
Arusha to Tarangire National Park - Elephant Paradise
Your luxury northern circuit safari begins with a morning pickup from your Arusha hotel. Drive south to Tarangire National Park, approximately 2 hours away. Tarangire is famous for its massive elephant herds - some of the largest in Africa - and its iconic ancient baobab trees.
Afternoon game drive through the park. The Tarangire River is the lifeline of the park, attracting huge numbers of wildlife during the dry season. Watch herds of elephants numbering 100+ bathing and playing in the river. The park is also home to lions, leopards, cheetahs, and over 500 bird species.
The landscape is stunning - ancient baobab trees dot the savanna, some over 1,000 years old. These magnificent trees provide shelter for leopards and nesting sites for birds.
Arrive at your luxury lodge as the sun sets. Enjoy sundowner cocktails with views of the Tarangire River, followed by a gourmet dinner.
Wildlife to spot: Massive elephant herds, lions, leopards, cheetahs, giraffes, zebras, 500+ bird species
Highlights: Elephant herds, baobab trees, Tarangire River, luxury lodge arrival
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation
Luxury Lodge in Tarangire
D2
Day 2 of 5
Tarangire to Serengeti - Into the Endless Plains
Morning game drive in Tarangire as you exit the park. Search for any wildlife you may have missed yesterday. The early morning light is perfect for photography.
Drive north through the Ngorongoro Conservation Area towards the Serengeti. Stop at the Ngorongoro Crater rim for spectacular views into the crater. Continue through the Serengeti gate and begin your game drive on the vast Serengeti plains.
The Serengeti is home to the Great Migration - over 1.5 million wildebeest, zebras, and gazelles moving in an ancient pattern. Depending on the season, you may witness thousands of animals spread across the plains.
Arrive at your luxury tented camp in the central Serengeti. These camps offer the perfect blend of wilderness immersion and luxury comfort. Dinner under the stars with the sounds of the African bush as your soundtrack.
Wildlife to spot: Great Migration herds, lions, cheetahs, elephants, giraffes
Highlights: Ngorongoro crater views, Serengeti entry, Great Migration, luxury camp
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation
Luxury Tented Camp in Central Serengeti
D3
Day 3 of 5
Full Day Serengeti - Big Five & Predator Safari
Full day exploring the Serengeti ecosystem. Early morning game drive when predators are most active. The Serengeti is famous for its lion prides - watch for these magnificent cats hunting on the plains.
Visit the Seronera River valley, the best area in Africa for leopard sightings. The river is home to large hippo pods and massive crocodiles. Look for leopards resting in sausage trees along the riverbank.
Afternoon game drive focusing on the Big Five. The Serengeti has large elephant herds, and the endangered black rhino can occasionally be spotted. Buffalo herds graze on the plains alongside zebras and wildebeest.
Your expert guide will share their knowledge of animal behavior, ecology, and conservation. Learn about the delicate balance of the Serengeti ecosystem and the efforts to protect it.
Return to camp for a special bush dinner experience - dine under the stars in the heart of the Serengeti wilderness.
Wildlife to spot: Lions, leopards, elephants, buffalo, rhinos, hippos, crocodiles
Highlights: Big Five game drive, Seronera River, bush dinner, predator sightings
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation
Luxury Tented Camp in Central Serengeti
D4
Day 4 of 5
Serengeti to Ngorongoro Crater - The Eighth Wonder
Morning game drive in the Serengeti as you depart. One last chance to spot any wildlife you may have missed. Game drive en route to the park exit.
Drive to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area and ascend to the crater rim. Stop at the viewpoint for breathtaking panoramic views of the world's largest intact volcanic caldera.
Descend 600 meters into the crater floor for an afternoon game drive. The Ngorongoro Crater is home to approximately 25,000 large animals, including the rare black rhino. The crater floor is a wildlife spectacle like no other.
Search for the Big Five on the crater floor. The crater has one of the highest densities of lions in Africa. Watch for flamingos at the alkaline Magadi Lake. Visit the famous Hippo Pool where hippos wallow in the water.
Ascend the crater wall as the sun sets and head to your luxury lodge on the crater rim. Enjoy dinner with stunning views of the crater below.
Wildlife to spot: Black rhino, lion prides, flamingos, elephants, buffalo, hippos
Highlights: Ngorongoro Crater descent, black rhino, crater rim lodge, sunset views
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation
Luxury Lodge on Ngorongoro Crater Rim
D5
Day 5 of 5
Ngorongoro to Arusha - Farewell Safari
Optional early morning crater drive for sunrise photography. The early morning light on the crater floor is spectacular, and this is often the best time to spot predators.
Return to your lodge for a leisurely breakfast with crater views. Visit a Maasai village for a cultural experience (optional). Learn about the traditional lifestyle of the Maasai people who have lived in harmony with the wildlife for centuries.
Drive back to Arusha through the Great Rift Valley with stunning views. Stop at viewpoints along the way for photos. Arrive in Arusha in the late afternoon. Farewell lunch at a local restaurant. Transfer to your hotel or the airport.
Highlights: Optional sunrise drive, Maasai village, Great Rift Valley views, farewell lunch
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation
N/A - Departure
Guest Reviews
"Pure luxury from start to finish. The private guides, the lodges, the bush breakfasts — everything was perfect."
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Elizabeth Moore
Australia
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