9 day Northern Circuit Safari

Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport where your private safari guide will welcome you and transfer you to your hotel in Arusha.

🏨 Accommodation: Mount Meru Hotel or similar, subject to availability

A perfect base to begin your adventure, Mount Meru Hotel is a tranquil retreat offering modern amenities, lush gardens, and views of Mount Meru.

After breakfast, drive to the iconic Tarangire National Park, known for its large elephant herds and towering baobab trees. Enjoy a full-day game drive with a picnic lunch in the park.

🦓 Wildlife Highlights: Elephants, lions, giraffes, and seasonal migration herds

🏨 Accommodation: Ngorongoro Coffee Lodge or similar, subject to availability

Located on the outskirts of Karatu, Ngorongoro Coffee Lodge offers comfortable cottages surrounded by coffee plantations and green hills—ideal for unwinding after a day on safari.

Head toward the Serengeti via the scenic Ngorongoro Highlands. Stop along the way for wildlife sightings and cultural landscapes. Arrive at your tented camp in time for a sunset game drive.

🏨 Accommodation: Embalakai Serengeti Tented Camp or similar, subject to availability

Set in the central Serengeti, this eco-conscious camp provides en-suite tents with solar power, bush showers, and immersive wilderness vibes—all without sacrificing comfort.

Spend the day exploring the endless plains of the Serengeti. From big cats to massive herds, this area offers one of the richest concentrations of wildlife in Africa.

🦁 Highlights: Cheetahs, leopards, lions, hippos, and the Great Migration (seasonal)
🏨 Accommodation: Embalakai Serengeti Tented Camp or similar, subject to availability

Continue your Serengeti journey as you move to the eastern or central corridor depending on wildlife activity. Game drive along the way before arriving at your next luxury tented camp.

🏨 Accommodation: Mawe Tented Camp or similar, subject to availability

Mawe offers a boutique safari experience with en-suite tents, delicious meals, and breathtaking views from your private deck—perfect for evening relaxation after a thrilling day.

Enjoy another day of exceptional game viewing, following your guide’s expert instincts to track wildlife. Stop for a picnic lunch at a scenic spot in the bush.

📸 Ideal for: Photographers, nature lovers, and those seeking authentic safari immersion

🏨 Accommodation: Mawe Tented Camp or similar, subject to availability

Depart early and game drive through the Serengeti on your way to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Arrive at your lodge in Karatu for a restful evening and views of the crater forest.

🏨 Accommodation: Ngorongoro Coffee Lodge or similar, subject to availability

Return to this welcoming lodge where warm hospitality and cozy accommodations await you after your full day on safari.

Start early to descend into the Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site teeming with wildlife. After a picnic lunch in the crater, head back toward Arusha with a stop in Mto wa Mbu for a guided cultural tour through this vibrant village.

🧭 Cultural Experience: Visit local markets, banana farms, traditional homes, and artisan workshops

🏨 Accommodation: Mount Meru Hotel or similar, subject to availability

Check in for your final overnight stay and enjoy a peaceful evening at this elegant hotel.

Enjoy a leisurely morning or optional spa treatment. A day room at Mount Meru Hotel is provided for freshening up before your transfer to Kilimanjaro International Airport for your outbound flight.

🚐 Included: Airport transfer to Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO)