A classic Northern Circuit safari designed for travellers starting from Zanzibar. Fly to Central Serengeti, descend into Ngorongoro Crater, and finish with Tarangire's elephant herds before returning to Arusha.
Your journey
Route Map
Day by day
Itinerary
Day 1 · Central Serengeti
Fly to Serengeti & Game Drive
After breakfast, transfer to Arusha Airport for your scheduled flight to Seronera Airstrip. Upon arrival, meet your professional safari guide and begin a game drive in the Central Serengeti, searching for the Great Migration (seasonal) and the Big Five. Enjoy a picnic lunch before continuing your afternoon game drive and later proceed to your camp for dinner and an overnight stay.
Moyo Tented CampLunch & Dinner
Day 2 · Ngorongoro Conservation Area
Serengeti to Ngorongoro Conservation Area
After breakfast, enjoy an en-route game drive as you depart the Serengeti and journey toward the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, with excellent opportunities to spot wildlife along the way. Enjoy a picnic lunch before arriving at your lodge on the crater rim, where you can relax and take in the breathtaking views. Dinner and overnight at the lodge.
An'gata Tented CampLunch & Dinner
Day 3 · Tarangire National Park
Ngorongoro Crater to Tarangire
After breakfast, descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for a game drive and picnic lunch before continuing to Tarangire National Park. Arrive at your lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.
Tarangire Simba LodgeLunch & Dinner
Day 4 · Tarangire / Arusha
Tarangire National Park & Return
After breakfast, enjoy a game drive in Tarangire National Park, famous for its elephant herds and baobab trees. After a picnic lunch, return to Arusha or transfer to the airport for your onward flight.
Breakfast & Picnic Lunch
Where you sleep
Accommodation on This Journey
Central Serengeti
Moyo Tented Camp
1 Night
Ngorongoro Conservation Area
An'gata Tented Camp
1 Night
Tarangire National Park
Tarangire Simba Lodge
1 Night
What is included
Your Journey Covers
Included
Scheduled flight to Serengeti and road transfers thereafter
Private 4×4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof
English-speaking driver-guide
All national park and crater fees
All meals as per itinerary
Bottled water during game drives
Accommodation (3 nights)
Airstrip and airport transfers
Government taxes and levies
Not Included
International flights and visas
Travel insurance
Alcoholic beverages
Guide/driver gratuity
Personal expenses
Pre-safari accommodation in Zanzibar or Arusha
Pricing & booking
Price Per Person
* Prices are per person in USD. Contact us for exact quotes including your dates, group size and accommodation preferences.
Group pricing
2 people$2,600per personTotal $5,200
4 people$2,204per personTotal $8,816
6 people$2,059per personTotal $12,354
No booking fee — pay a 30% deposit to confirm
Park fees, guiding and transfers already included
Every price can be tailored to your dates
Enquire about this journey
Safari FAQ
Frequently asked safari questions
Everything you need to know before travelling — from the best time to visit and what to pack, to visas, vehicles and tipping.
June to October is the dry season, with the easiest game viewing and Mara River crossings from July to October. January to March brings the calving season in Ndutu, and November–December offers lower prices with fewer crowds.
Pack lightweight, neutral-coloured clothing (khaki, beige, olive), a warm layer for early mornings and evenings, comfortable walking shoes, a hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, insect repellent, binoculars and a camera. Soft-sided duffel bags are recommended, especially if your itinerary includes light aircraft flights.
Entry and health requirements vary by destination and nationality. We recommend checking the latest official guidance before travel and consulting your doctor about recommended vaccinations, yellow fever certification and malaria precautions.
Yes. We regularly host families and tailor the pace, accommodation and activities to suit children of different ages. Private vehicles mean your schedule is flexible, and many of the camps we use offer family tents and child-friendly activities.
We use custom 4×4 Toyota Land Cruisers with pop-up roofs for game viewing, large windows, a fridge for cold drinks, charging sockets and radio communication. Every guest is guaranteed a window seat, and private safaris mean the vehicle is exclusively yours.
Our prices typically include private transport with a professional guide, accommodation as listed, meals on safari, park and conservation fees, scheduled activities, drinking water and airport transfers. International flights, visas, travel insurance, tips and personal expenses are excluded unless stated otherwise.
Tipping is at your discretion, but as a guideline we suggest USD 15–25 per guest per day for your safari guide and USD 5–10 per guest per day for camp staff, usually given at the end of your stay.
Absolutely. Every safari we run is private and tailor-made. We can adjust the number of days, upgrade or change accommodation, add a beach extension in Zanzibar, or combine parks to match your travel dates, budget and interests — just ask our team.