Four iconic landscapes. Five unforgettable days. One incredible value.
Why travelers love this package:
- 🐘 Encounter Tarangire’s elephants and ancient baobabs
- 🦁 Experience the endless plains of the Serengeti
- 🐆 Search for Africa’s famous big cats
- 🦏 Descend into the spectacular Ngorongoro Crater
- ⛺ Enjoy an authentic Tanzanian camping experience
- 💰 Experience the Northern Circuit without a luxury-safari price tag
Tarangire National Park, Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Crater, Lake Manyara National Park
First-time travelers & budget-conscious adventurers
Trip Highlight
- Huge elephant herds in Tarangire
- Endless Serengeti plains & Big Five
- Ngorongoro Crater – wildlife paradise
- Tree-climbing lions in Manyara
5 Days / 4 Nights Classic Northern Circuit Safari
Explore Tanzania’s most iconic parks: from elephant-filled landscapes to endless plains and the world-famous crater.
Meals: Lunch & Dinner
- Morning pick-up in Arusha
- Drive to Tarangire (approx. 2–3 hrs)
- Game drive through baobab-dotted landscapes
- Spot large elephant herds, giraffes & lions
Overnight: Budget lodge / campsite near Tarangire
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
- Early breakfast then depart for Serengeti
- Scenic drive via Ngorongoro Highlands
- En-route game viewing
- Arrive Serengeti for afternoon game drive
Overnight: Budget camp in Serengeti
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
- Full-day game drive in Serengeti
- Search for the Big Five 🦁
- Optional picnic lunch in the bush
- Witness predators like lions, cheetahs & leopards
Overnight: Budget camp in Serengeti
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
- Morning game drive in Serengeti
- Drive towards Ngorongoro
- Optional Maasai cultural visit
- Enjoy breathtaking crater rim views
Overnight: Budget lodge / campsite near Ngorongoro
Meals: Breakfast & Lunch
- Early descent into Ngorongoro Crater
- Game drive in one of Africa’s richest wildlife areas
- Spot rhinos, lions, buffalo & flamingos
- Afternoon visit to Lake Manyara (short game drive)
- Return to Arusha by evening
Includees/Excludes
Cost Includes
- Park fees & conservation fees
- Professional safari guide 🧭
- 4x4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof
- Accommodation (budget lodges/camps)
- All meals as per itinerary
- Drinking water during safari
Cost Excludes
- Excludes
- International flights
- Visa & travel insurance
- Tips & personal expenses
- Optional activities
Frequently Asked Questions
The package includes transport in a 4×4 safari vehicle, services of a professional English-speaking safari guide, park entry fees, camping accommodation, meals as specified in the itinerary, and drinking water during the safari.
The safari covers some of Northern Tanzania’s most famous destinations, including Tarangire National Park, Serengeti National Park, the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, and Ngorongoro Crater. Lake Manyara can be included depending on the final itinerary and number of safari days.
Yes. The Classic Northern Circuit is an excellent choice for first-time safari travelers because it combines several of Tanzania’s most famous wildlife destinations in one trip.
This is a budget-friendly camping safari. Guests stay at designated campsites in comfortable safari tents with camping facilities. Private accommodation upgrades can also be arranged at an additional cost.
This depends on the booking option selected. The safari can be arranged as a shared/group safari for better value or as a private safari for travelers who prefer more flexibility and privacy.
We use a specially equipped 4×4 safari vehicle, typically a safari Land Cruiser with a pop-up roof that provides excellent visibility and opportunities for wildlife photography.
Breakfast, lunch, and dinner are provided according to the itinerary. Meals are freshly prepared, and dietary requirements such as vegetarian or other special diets can be arranged with advance notice.
Yes. Drinking water is provided during the safari. We encourage travelers to bring a reusable water bottle to help reduce plastic waste.
Wildlife sightings vary by season and location, but you may encounter elephants, lions, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, buffaloes, hippos, hyenas, gazelles, and many bird species. Cheetahs and other predators may also be seen, although sightings cannot be guaranteed.
The Northern Circuit offers excellent opportunities to see the Big Five—lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo, and rhino. However, wildlife is free-ranging, so sightings of all five cannot be guaranteed.
Northern Tanzania is a year-round safari destination. The best time depends on your interests. The dry season generally offers excellent wildlife viewing, while the green seasons provide beautiful scenery, fewer crowds in some areas, and excellent birdwatching.
Yes. Summit to Savannah Safaris can tailor the itinerary according to your preferred travel dates, accommodation level, number of travelers, destinations, and budget.
Yes. Airport transfers can be arranged as part of your safari package or as an additional service.
We recommend lightweight and comfortable clothing, a warm layer for early mornings and evenings, comfortable closed shoes, sunglasses, sunscreen, a hat, insect repellent, personal toiletries, a camera, and any necessary medication.
Travel insurance is strongly recommended. It can provide protection against unexpected situations such as medical emergencies, trip cancellations, delays, or lost luggage.
Absolutely. The Northern Circuit safari can be combined with a Mount Kilimanjaro climb, cultural experience, Zanzibar holiday, or additional Tanzania activities to create a longer adventure.
