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Duration
9 days
Price from
$4,455 pp.
Location
Tanzania, Africa
Sunset view Maweninga Camp

Trip Highlights

  • Game drive across Northern Tanzania
  • Stay in solar powered camps and lodges
  • Incredible game viewing

What's Included

  • 8 nights accomodation
  • All meals
  • Private safari vehicle

The Ultimate Northern Tanzania Safari

From the ancient baobab trees of Tarangire to the dramatic landscapes of Ngorongoro - and all before reaching the endless plains of the Serengeti - this is a safari like no other.

Welcome to the journey of a lifetime – an unforgettable safari adventure through the heart of Northern Tanzania. This itinerary takes you deep into some of Africa's most iconic and scenic landscapes, all from the comfort and freedom of your own private 4x4 vehicle, accompanied by an expert safari guide dedicated to bringing the wild to life.

Our Tanzania expert, Ottilie, says:

“Having recently experienced this trip myself, I can’t recommend it more! One of the true highlights is the incredible variety of landscapes that you encounter along the way. The adventure begins in Tarangire, known for its iconic ancient baobab trees, before winding through the dramatic Great African Rift Valley and into the unbelievable Ngorongoro Conservation Area. The views are simply breath-taking, and it’s a place like no other – where wildlife roams freely alongside the semi-nomadic Maasai people and their livestock. From there you venture into the legendary Serengeti, where the game viewing is nothing short of spectacular. Your trip concludes in the Grumeti Game Reserve, offering a unique chance to enjoy a wide range of activities, including walking safaris and night drives in silent, eco-friendly electric vehicles.”

Your adventure begins in the striking landscapes of Tarangire National Park, renowned for its towering baobabs, dramatic scenery, and massive elephant herds. From there, you’ll take in scenic drives through the Great African Rift Valley, ascending into the awe-inspiring Ngorongoro Crater – the world's largest unbroken and unflooded caldera and one of the best places in Africa to see the Big Five in one day.

Continuing through the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, you’ll pass through highland forests and traditional Maasai lands, before descending into the legendary Serengeti – a vast expanse of golden plains that hosts the Great Migration and delivers some of the best wildlife viewing in the world. Expect lions, cheetahs, leopards, and more, set against ever-changing, spectacular backdrops.

Throughout the journey, you’ll stay in small, solar-powered lodges and camps, designed to immerse you in nature while treading lightly on the environment. The diversity of settings is breathtaking, from baobab-studded savannahs to misty crater highlands and endless open plains, each new landscape revealing a different side of Tanzania’s wild beauty.

As a fitting finale, your journey ends in the exclusive Grumeti Game Reserve, a private concession bordering the Serengeti. Here, you’ll enjoy exceptional game viewing and a wider range of safari activities, including walking safaris and night drives in silent, eco-friendly electric vehicles, offering a fresh, immersive perspective on the bush.

This isn't just a safari – it’s a proper African adventure, packed with dramatic landscapes, thrilling wildlife encounters, and the kind of rich, personal experience that only a private vehicle and expert safari guide can provide.

Trip Itinerary

Day 1 Welcome to Tanzania

Staying at Arumeru River Lodge

Upon arrival into Kilimanjaro Airport, you will be warmly welcomed by your driver and transferred to Arumeru River Lodge for the night, a lovely lodge surrounded by tropical gardens – the perfect place unwind after your flight and ease into the rhythm of Tanzania! This afternoon you can head out on a rainforest hike or relax by the pool, resting up for the safari adventure that begins tomorrow!

Day 2 Your Safari Adventure Begins

Staying at Maweninga Camp

After breakfast, you will meet your expert safari guide and set off for Tarangire National Park, known for its striking baobab trees and large elephant herds. Enjoy an afternoon game drive through its diverse and picturesque landscape teeming with wildlife. Tonight you will stay at Maweninga Camp, perched on a rocky outcrop with spectacular views out to Lake Barungi and Lake Manyara – a perfect spot to take in your first African sunset.

Day 3 Morning Game Drive and Journey to Karatu

Day 4 Ngorongoro Crater Exploration

Day 5-6 Into the Serengeti

Day 7-8 Grumeti Game Reserve

Staying at Grumeti Hills

Continue your adventure westward to the Grumeti Game Reserve, a private concession bordering the Serengeti that offers a more exclusive safari experience.

Stay at Grumeti Hills for two nights and enjoy an exciting variety of activities. In addition to traditional game drives, head out after dark on a night drive using a thermal camera, and experience a walking safari ending with a bush breakfast at the scenic Grumeti River.

Day 9 Scenic Flight & Departure

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Duration

9 days

Location

Tanzania, Africa

Price from

$4,455 pp.

Price Includes

  • Accommodation and meals as listed
  • All transfers in Tanzania
  • Your own private safari vehicle

Price Excludes

  • International flight to/from Tanzania
  • Drinks
  • Tips, gratuities, and expenses of a personal nature

The price is based on two adults sharing accommodation in the low season, excluding international flights.

Accommodation as follows:

  • 1 night at Arumeru River Lodge, Arusha - standard room, breakfast included
  • 1 night at Maweninga Camp, Tarangire - standard tent, all meals included
  • 1 night at Bashay Rift Lodge, Karatu - standard room, all meals included
  • 1 night at Olduvai Camp, Ngorongoro Conservation Area - standard tent with all meals included
  • 2 nights at Togoro Plains, Serengeti - standard tent with all meals included
  • 2 nights at Grumeti Hills, Grumeti Game Reserve - standard tent with all meals included


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When to go to Tanzania

Find out the best time to visit Tanzania with our month by month guide.

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January

January is mixed when it comes to weather, temperatures rise whilst the chance of rain and humidity increases. It is still a good time to go, as the rates are lower yet the game viewing is still excellent.

  • During this time migratory herds are in the Serengeti for calving season, meaning the Ndutu plains are busy.

February

The weather remains hot with a chance of rain in February.

  • Meanwhile in the Ndutu Plains the migration is still occurring.

March

March is the calm before the storm, before heavy rains and humidity builds. Visitors can take great advantage of lower rates during the low season.

  • Migrating herds start to leave Ndutu, heading West towards Grumeti.

April

April experiences continued periods of heavy rain, we would advise against travel due to the conditions.

May

During may there is periods of heavy rain, we would advise against travel due to the conditions.

June

June heralds the wet season, bringing lush green vegetation which can make spotting game more difficult. It is a particularly great time for birders as parks become populated by migratory birds especially in the South.

  • Migration is still in the Grumeti area, heading north.

July

July is the start of peak season, temperatures reach up to 30 degrees and the surrounding land becomes drier and spotting game is becoming easier.

  • The migration is in the Northern Serengeti moving towards Kenya.

August

August is peak season, with bush land drying out game spotting becomes much easier. If you want to experience Tanzania game at its best, August is the time to travel.

  • The migration still remains in the north.

September

Peak season continues in September, the Northern circuit can be very busy, if you want to avoid crowds it's best to visit the southern parks.

  • The end of the migration is still in the north with herds on both side of the Kenyan and Tanzanian borders.

October

Peak season continues into October with good game viewing in the Serengeti and southern parks.

  • The migration has now crossed over into Kenya.

November

November is the start of the rainy season, the rains tend to be overnight so it is still a popular time to travel. During this month you can take advantage of low season rates.

  • Migration crossing over into the Serengeti can be seen a the Tanzania and Kenya border.

December

Rains continue in December, whilst the temperature and humidity start to build. Venturing out on safari is generally good, with large game still easily spotted.

  • Migrating herds in the north travel south back to Ndutu.

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