7 Days Classic Northern Circuit Safari
Explore Tarangire, Lake Manyara, Central Serengeti, and the Ngorongoro Crater. Book directly with Tanzania Safari Portal — official partner of Ubuntu Safari and Tours.
Duration
7 Days / 6 Nights
Tour Type
Private / Guided
Destinations
4 Top Parks
Best Time
Year-Round
Unrivaled 7-Day Northern Circuit Expedition
Welcome to the flagship 7 Days Classic Northern Circuit Safari, expertly curated by Tanzania Safari Portal (official affiliate network partner of Ubuntu Safari and Tours). This comprehensive 7-day tour takes you through the absolute best game-viewing destinations in East Africa. Witness vast elephant herds in Tarangire, discover tree-climbing lions at Lake Manyara, follow predator-prey dynamics across the endless Serengeti plains, and descend into the UNESCO World Heritage Ngorongoro Crater.
Day-by-Day Safari Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival in Arusha & Safari Briefing
Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO), your dedicated safari guide will welcome you and transfer you to your hotel in Arusha. Spend the afternoon relaxing or exploring the vibrant local spice and craft markets during an optional cultural orientation walk.
🏨 Accommodation: Mid range Hotel | 🍽️ Meal Plan: Bed & Breakfast
Day 2: Arusha to Tarangire National Park
After breakfast, drive to Tarangire National Park, famed for its massive baobab trees and density of African elephant herds. Enjoy an intensive afternoon game drive along the Tarangire River, observing lions, leopards, giraffes, and over 500 species of birds.
⛺ Accommodation: Mid-Range Lodge | 🍽️ Meal Plan: Full Board
Day 3: Lake Manyara National Park Exploration
Head to Lake Manyara National Park, nestled beneath the Great Rift Valley escarpment. Tour the groundwater forest, search for famous tree-climbing lions, observe large baboon troops, and watch thousands of pink flamingos dotting the soda lake shores.
🏡 Accommodation: Eco-Safari Lodge | 🍽️ Meal Plan: Full Board
Day 4: Lake Manyara to Central Serengeti (Seronera)
Journey through the fertile highlands of Karatu toward the iconic Serengeti National Park. Pass through the Ngorongoro Conservation Area rim before descending into the central Seronera Valley—one of the richest wildlife habitats on the continent.
🎪 Accommodation: Mid rangeCamp | 🍽️ Meal Plan: Full Board
Day 5: Full Day Game Drives in Serengeti National Park
Spend a full day tracking predators and big game across the vast Serengeti savannahs. Depending on the season, witness herds from the Great Wildebeest Migration or observe resident big cat pride dynamics along the Seronera River network.
Accommodation: Mid range Camp | 
Meal Plan: Full Board
Day 6: Central Serengeti to Ngorongoro Conservation Area
Enjoy a final morning game drive in the Serengeti before traveling to the Ngorongoro Crater rim. Optional stop at Olduvai Gorge, the site of pivotal paleoanthropological discoveries. Arrive at your crater-rim lodge in time for a panoramic sunset.
🏰 Accommodation: Crater Rim Mid range Lodge | 🍽️ Meal Plan: Full Board
Day 7: Ngorongoro Crater Tour & Return to Arusha
Descend 600 meters into the Ngorongoro Crater floor for a 6-hour game drive. This natural sanctuary offers your best opportunity to spot the endangered Black Rhino alongside black-maned lions, hippos, and flamingos. Return to Arusha by late afternoon for your evening flight or connection to Zanzibar.
✈️ Accommodation: Day Use / Departure Transfer | 🍽️ Meal Plan: Breakfast & Picnic Lunch
Tanzania Travel Services
- 🐘 Wildlife Safaris: Northern & Southern Circuits
- ⛰️ Mountain Trekking: Kilimanjaro & Meru Routes
- 🏝️ Beach Holidays: Zanzibar Archipelago
- 🪘 Cultural Tours: Maasai, Hadzabe, & Datoga
Zanzibar Beach Extension
Add 4 to 7 days of tropical relaxation on Zanzibar’s white-sand beaches right after your 7-day Northern Circuit Safari.
Accommodation Types Available:
🌴 Beachfront Resort
🏊 Luxury Private Villa
🏺 Stone Town Boutique Hotel
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