Northern Circuit · Sample itinerary
5-Day Northern Circuit Classic
A focused first safari that gives Tarangire, Ngorongoro and the Serengeti enough time to feel different.
Route at a glance
- 01Arusha
- 02Tarangire
- 03Ngorongoro
- 04Central Serengeti
- 05Arusha
The shape of the trip
A complete route, with room for your own pace.
This five-day Northern Circuit route is built for travellers who want the signature parks without a checklist pace. Start with elephant country in Tarangire, move through the Ngorongoro highlands and spend two nights in the Serengeti before returning to Arusha.
Price guide
Tour price
Per-person USD rates by group size. The final quote confirms dates, rooms and availability.
*Indicative cost per person in USD, excluding international airline tickets. Final quote depends on travel date, rooming and lodge availability.
Your day-by-day programme
See how each day unfolds.
This route is a starting point. We will confirm timings and stays for your departure.
Meet your guide in Arusha and travel to Tarangire for an afternoon game drive among baobabs, elephant herds and open savannah. Settle into camp as the light softens over the park.
Want to change the rhythm?
We can add nights, switch stays or reshape the route.
Clear before you book
What your proposal will cover.
We make the quote specific to your route, accommodation choice and travel dates. Nothing important should be left to guesswork.
Included in your tailored proposal
- Private 4×4 safari vehicle and professional guide
- Accommodation and meals shown in your confirmed proposal
- Park and conservation fees as quoted
- Airport and Arusha transfers
Plan for yourself
- International flights, visa and travel insurance
- Optional activities outside the confirmed proposal
- Personal purchases and gratuities
Good to know: We will explain the accommodation level, room setup, luggage considerations and transfer timing before you book.
Dates & availability
Designed for your dates and group.
We confirm the route after we know your travel window, party size and preferred comfort level. That keeps the proposal honest about seasonal availability and what is actually included.
Ask for dates and availabilityCan this route be changed?
Yes. These are well-tested starting points, not fixed departures. We can adjust nights, lodge style, internal flights and the order of parks around your dates and priorities.
When should I travel?
Every route has a different seasonal sweet spot. Tell us the month you have available and the wildlife moments you care about, and we will shape the route accordingly.
What will I receive before booking?
You will receive a tailored proposal that makes the route, accommodation, transfers, included meals and quote easy to review before you commit.
Ready when you are
Let's make this route yours.
Tell us the dates you have in mind, who is travelling and what you want to experience. We will shape the details from there.