Join an unforgettable 6-day group safari through Tanzania’s top northern circuit parks. From the lush forests and scenic beauty of Lake Manyara to the vast wildlife-rich plains of Serengeti and the iconic Ngorongoro Crater, this adventure offers exceptional wildlife viewing, picturesque landscapes, and a cultural touch at Materuni Waterfall before your departure. Enjoy shared game drives, picnic lunches in the wild, and overnight stays at budget campsites for a truly immersive experience.
After breakfast, you'll join your fellow travelers for an exciting transfer from Arusha to Lake Manyara, where you will begin your morning game drive in the stunning Lake Manyara National Park, renowned for its rich biodiversity, scenic landscapes, and abundant birdlife.
As you enter the park, drive through its lush groundwater forest, home to baboons, blue monkeys, and elephants. Continue across the open plains and acacia woodlands, where you may spot zebras, giraffes, buffaloes, and the park’s famous tree-climbing lions.
By midday, enjoy a relaxing picnic lunch at one of the designated sites, with sweeping views of the lake and the Great Rift Valley escarpment.
After lunch, continue with your afternoon game drive, exploring more of the park's diverse habitats and perhaps visiting the hippo pool or lakeshore—ideal spots for birdwatching and photography.
By evening, your guide will transfer you to your accommodation in Mto wa Mbu, where you can unwind and reflect on the day’s wildlife encounters.
Accommodation: Ngedere Campsite and Lodges
Meals: Lunch, Dinner
After an early breakfast, depart from your accommodation in Mto wa Mbu and join your group as you begin your journey toward the legendary Serengeti National Park.
Enjoy a scenic drive through the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, with sweeping views of the crater and highlands as you pass en route to the Serengeti plains.
Upon arrival at the Serengeti gate, begin your game drive through the vast savannahs, where you’ll start encountering incredible wildlife including lions, cheetahs, elephants, buffaloes, and possibly even leopards.
In the early afternoon, stop at a designated site to enjoy your packed lunch, surrounded by the raw beauty of the park.
Continue with your afternoon game drive, exploring more of the Serengeti’s rich ecosystem and wildlife corridors.
By sunset, your Serengeti Wildlife Safaris guide will transfer you to your budget campsite or lodge within the park for dinner and overnight.
Accommodation: Seronera Campsite
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
After an early breakfast at your accommodation, set off for a full morning game drive through the iconic Serengeti National Park. Explore the vast, open plains that stretch as far as the eye can see—home to an extraordinary concentration of wildlife and the stage for the legendary Great Migration.
Spend the morning tracking herds of wildebeest and zebras, spotting predators like lions and cheetahs, and admiring elephants, giraffes, and an abundance of birdlife in their natural habitat.
At midday, enjoy a picnic lunch at a scenic spot within the park, surrounded by the sights and sounds of the African wilderness.
In the afternoon, continue your game drive en route back to Moyo Tented Camp. Arrive at the camp with time to relax and refresh before savoring a delicious dinner under the stars.
Overnight: Seronera Campsite
Meals: Breakfast, Picnic Lunch, Dinner
Wake up early to the sounds of the wild and enjoy a hearty breakfast at your camp before heading out for another exciting morning game drive in the Serengeti.
Spend the morning exploring deeper into the park, tracking wildlife and soaking in the breathtaking savannah landscapes, dotted with acacia trees and rolling grasslands. You’ll have the chance to witness predator-prey interactions, large herds of herbivores, and possibly spot elusive big cats in action.
In the early afternoon, pause for your picnic lunch at a scenic spot inside the park.
After lunch, enjoy one final game drive in the Serengeti as you make your way toward the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. En route, you’ll continue to spot wildlife while crossing the vast plains.
By late afternoon, you’ll arrive at Simba Campsite, perched on the rim of the Ngorongoro Crater. Settle in, enjoy the cool highland air, and prepare for an early night after a delicious dinner, ready for the next day’s crater adventure.
Accommodation: Simba Campsite (Ngorongoro Crater Rim)
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Begin your day with an early breakfast before descending into the breathtaking Ngorongoro Crater, one of Africa’s most iconic wildlife destinations and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Enjoy a half-day game drive on the crater floor, where you’ll have the chance to spot a wide variety of animals, including lions, hyenas, hippos, zebras, wildebeests, and the rare black rhino. The crater’s unique ecosystem offers some of the best wildlife viewing in Tanzania.
Around midday, stop at a scenic picnic site near the hippo pool to enjoy your lunch surrounded by nature.
After lunch, continue with a final short game drive, capturing any last sightings and photos of this natural wonder.
By late afternoon, you will ascend from the crater and begin your return drive to Arusha, arriving in the early evening, and be dropped off at your accommodation, marking the end of your unforgettable safari with Serengeti Wildlife Safaris.
Accommodation: Greenside Hotel
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Your day begins with an early morning pick-up from your accommodation in Arusha by your professional guide. From there, enjoy a scenic drive passing through Moshi town en route to Marangu Gate, the gateway to Kilimanjaro National Park.
Upon arrival at Marangu Gate (1,870m), you'll complete the necessary park formalities before starting your guided hike through the lush rainforest. The trail gradually ascends through rich vegetation, home to colobus monkeys and exotic birdlife.
After a few hours of hiking, you’ll reach Mandara Hut (2,700m), where you’ll take a well-deserved break and enjoy your packed lunch while taking in the scenic surroundings.
In the late afternoon, begin your descent back to Marangu Gate, retracing your steps through the forest. Upon arrival, your guide will transfer you back to your accommodation in Arusha or at Kilimanjaro airport ready for your flight back home, marking the end of an unforgettable day exploring the lower slopes of Africa’s highest peak with Serengeti Wildlife Safaris..
Meals: Lunch
This is a joining group safari, which means you’ll share the experience with other travelers to reduce costs and enhance group interaction.
Valid passport and visa
Comfortable, light clothing and a warm jacket for evenings
Hiking shoes for Kilimanjaro day hike
Hat, sunscreen, and sunglasses
Insect repellent
Reusable water bottle
Personal hygiene items
Travel insurance documents
Camera/binoculars
Power bank or solar charger
The hike to Mandara Hut (2,700m) via the Marangu Route is moderately strenuous. A basic level of fitness is required, but no technical climbing skills are needed. It’s suitable for most people in good health.
The tour runs year-round. Game drives and hikes proceed as planned unless safety is at risk. Bring a rain jacket or poncho during the rainy season (March–May and November).