Safari circuit · 9 destinations
Northern Circuit
The most popular safari circuit featuring iconic parks like Serengeti and Ngorongoro.
Where to go
Parks and places in the Northern Circuit
- Mountain
Kilimanjaro National Park
Africa's highest peak and the world's tallest free-standing mountain - a UNESCO World Heritage Site.Uhuru Peak Summit · Five Climate Zones · Glaciers3.08° S, 37.35° EDestination guide - Conservation area
Ngorongoro Conservation Area
A UNESCO World Heritage Site featuring the world's largest intact volcanic caldera.Crater Floor · Big Five · Maasai Culture3.17° S, 35.58° E8 safaris visitDestination guide - National park
Serengeti National Park
Tanzania's most famous park, home to the Great Migration and endless plains teeming with wildlife.Great Migration · Big Five · Endless Plains2.33° S, 34.83° E8 safaris visitDestination guide - National park
Tarangire National Park
Famous for its massive elephant herds and iconic baobab trees.Elephant Herds · Baobab Trees · Tarangire River4.02° S, 36.02° E5 safaris visitDestination guide - Town
Arusha
The safari capital of Tanzania and gateway to the Northern Circuit parks.Safari Gateway · Mount Meru · Coffee Tours3.39° S, 36.68° EDestination guide - National park
Arusha National Park
A compact gem featuring Mount Meru, crater lakes, and diverse habitats just outside Arusha city.Mount Meru · Momella Lakes · Colobus Monkeys3.23° S, 36.83° EDestination guide - National park
Lake Manyara National Park
A compact park known for tree-climbing lions and flamingo-lined shores.Tree-Climbing Lions · Flamingos · Ground Water Forest3.62° S, 35.82° E2 safaris visitDestination guide - Wild area
Lake Natron
A surreal alkaline lake and the only breeding ground for East Africa's lesser flamingos.Lesser Flamingos · Ol Doinyo Lengai Volcano · Maasai Villages2.42° S, 36.00° EDestination guide - Town
Moshi
The gateway town to Kilimanjaro, with stunning mountain views and rich Chagga culture.Kilimanjaro Views · Chagga Culture · Coffee Tours3.35° S, 37.34° EDestination guide
Trips
Safaris in the Northern Circuit
- 5 days · Wildlife5-Day Budget Tanzania SafariExperience the magic of Tanzania's Northern Circuit without breaking the bank. This camping safari visits Lake Manyara, Serengeti, and Ngorongoro Crater with professional guides and quality camping equipment. Perfect for backpackers and budget-conscious travelers.Price on requestView itinerary
- 7 days · Wildlife7-Day Classic Tanzania SafariOur most popular Tanzania safari takes you through the legendary Serengeti, the breathtaking Ngorongoro Crater, and elephant-rich Tarangire. Perfect for first-time visitors wanting to experience the best of Tanzania in one week.Price on requestView itinerary
- 8 days · Family8-Day Family Safari AdventureCreate unforgettable family memories on this kid-friendly Tanzania safari. Designed for families with children ages 5+, this adventure features shorter drives, family-friendly lodges with swimming pools, and special activities that keep young explorers engaged.Price on requestView itinerary
- 9 days · Migration9-Day Great Migration SafariFollow the great wildebeest migration across the Serengeti on this expert-guided safari. With 5 nights in the Serengeti positioned in the migration's path, this trip maximizes your chances of witnessing river crossings and predator action.From $6,800 ppView itinerary
- 10 days · Honeymoon10-Day Honeymoon Safari & Zanzibar BeachThe perfect Tanzania honeymoon combines thrilling wildlife encounters with pristine tropical beaches. Enjoy 5 days of luxury safari in the Serengeti and Ngorongoro, then fly to Zanzibar for 4 nights of pure romance on white-sand beaches.Price on requestView itinerary
- 12 days · Adventure12-Day Kilimanjaro Climb & SafariThe ultimate Tanzania adventure: climb Mount Kilimanjaro via the scenic Machame Route, then recover with a 4-day safari through Tarangire, Serengeti, and Ngorongoro. Two bucket-list experiences in one incredible trip.Price on requestView itinerary
Other circuits
Compare with
- Southern CircuitRemote and exclusive parks including Nyerere (Selous) and Ruaha.See the circuit
- Western CircuitOff-the-beaten-path with chimpanzee trekking at Mahale and Gombe.See the circuit
- Coastal & EasternBeach meets bush with Saadani and the historic Swahili coast.See the circuit
- Zanzibar & IslandsPristine beaches, Stone Town heritage, and island hopping.See the circuit
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