Tarangire · Serengeti · Ngorongoro
9-Day Northern Tanzania Wilderness Journey
- 9 days
- Lodges
- Private
From$2,925per person
View safariMid-range safari · Private
Ten days through Tarangire, Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater and Lake Manyara. Private vehicle and guide, mid-range lodges and tented camps. Nights at Arusha Farm House and Ang'ata Tarangire Camp.
From$3,263per person, two travelling
Trip overview
Where you go
Your route
Approximate route between stops.
Itinerary

Upon arrival, you will be greeted at the airport and transferred to Arusha Farm House in Arusha. If you arrive earlier in the day, a complimentary city tour is available. This tour highlights top attractions, including the vibrant local market and Cultural Heritage, Africa's largest gallery, which celebrates Arusha’s rich culture and artistry.
TonightArusha Farm HouseMeals at own expense
After breakfast in Arusha, depart for Tarangire National Park, one of Tanzania’s most scenic wildlife destinations, famous for its large elephant herds, ancient baobab trees and seasonal wildlife gatherings. Enjoy a scenic drive through the countryside before entering the park for your first exciting game drive. Keep your camera ready for elephants, lions, zebras, giraffes, wildebeest, buffalo and a variety of bird species. Enjoy a picnic lunch in the park, surrounded by the sights and sounds of the African wilderness. Continue your afternoon game drive, exploring Tarangire’s diverse landscapes and following wildlife as they move between the park’s grasslands, woodlands and water sources. Later, drive to your tented camp for check-in and time to relax. Enjoy your dinner. As the sun sets over the baobab-dotted landscape, enjoy the peaceful atmosphere of the African bush.
TonightAng'ata Tarangire CampAll meals included, Non-alcoholic drinks
After breakfast, set out for a full-day adventure in Tarangire National Park, renowned for its majestic baobab trees, diverse landscapes and impressive elephant herds. Enjoy an exciting game drive through the park, where you may encounter lions, leopards, zebras, giraffes, wildebeest, buffalo and many colorful bird species. Pause for a delicious picnic lunch surrounded by the beauty of the African wilderness before continuing your afternoon game drive. Explore Tarangire’s river valleys, open plains and woodlands while your experienced guide helps you discover the park’s remarkable wildlife and hidden gems. As the day comes to an end, leave the park and return to your lodge to relax, enjoy dinner and reflect on an incredible day in the wild.
TonightSuricata Boma LodgeAll meals included, Non-alcoholic drinks
After breakfast, depart from Mto wa Mbu and journey towards the legendary Serengeti National Park. Enjoy a scenic drive through the Great Rift Valley and the beautiful landscapes of northern Tanzania as you make your way into the heart of the wild. Upon entering Serengeti, begin your first game drive, with opportunities to spot lions, elephants, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, buffalo and, if you're lucky, elusive leopards and cheetahs. The vast plains provide an incredible setting for unforgettable wildlife encounters and spectacular photographs. Enjoy a delicious picnic lunch in the wilderness before continuing your afternoon game drive. After an unforgettable day of exploring the Serengeti, return to your tented camp and enjoy a delicious dinner. Relax beneath the African night sky, surrounded by the peaceful sounds of the wilderness, and take in the magic of your first evening in the Serengeti.
TonightLand of Nature CampAll meals included, Non-alcoholic drinks
Spend two incredible days exploring the legendary Serengeti, with morning and afternoon game drives offering opportunities to see lions, elephants, leopards, cheetahs, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest and buffalo. Depending on the season, you may also witness the spectacular Great Migration. Begin each day with a delicious breakfast before heading out for exciting game drives across the endless plains. Enjoy lunch at the lodge or as a picnic in the wilderness, followed by more wildlife exploration in the afternoon. As the sun sets, return to your tented camp for a delicious dinner and a relaxing evening surrounded by the sounds of the African bush. Discover the legendary Serengeti, home to endless golden plains and incredible wildlife.
TonightLand of Nature CampAll meals included, Non-alcoholic drinks
After breakfast, enjoy a final morning game drive in the Serengeti, giving you one more opportunity to encounter Tanzania’s incredible wildlife before departing the park. Travel through the scenic landscapes of the Ngorongoro Conservation Area towards Karatu, enjoying beautiful views along the way. Stop for a delicious lunch during the journey before continuing to Karatu. Arrive at your lodge in the afternoon, check in and relax in the peaceful surroundings. Enjoy a freshly prepared dinner and unwind after an exciting day of adventure. This day combines one last chance to experience the Serengeti’s wildlife with a scenic journey into the lush highlands of Karatu, offering a relaxing transition to the next unforgettable chapter of your safari.
TonightFarm of Dreams LodgeAll meals included, Non-alcoholic drinks
After an early breakfast, descend into the spectacular Ngorongoro Crater for a full-day game drive. Known as one of Africa’s most remarkable wildlife destinations, the crater offers an exceptional chance to see lions, elephants, buffalo, zebras, hippos, wildebeest and, with luck, the endangered black rhino. Enjoy a delicious picnic lunch beside a scenic spot in the crater while surrounded by breathtaking landscapes and wildlife. Continue exploring throughout the afternoon before ascending from the crater and returning to your lodge at karatu A Ngorongoro Crater safari brings you remarkably close to wildlife within a breathtaking natural setting an unforgettable highlight of any Tanzania safari.
TonightFarm of Dreams LodgeAll meals included, Non-alcoholic drinks
After breakfast, depart for Lake Manyara National Park, a beautiful and diverse park famous for its lush forests, dramatic Rift Valley scenery and abundant wildlife. Enjoy an exciting game drive where you may encounter elephants, giraffes, zebras, buffalo, hippos, monkeys and a wide variety of colorful birdlife. Enjoy a delicious picnic lunch surrounded by the park’s natural beauty before continuing your afternoon game drive. Take in the stunning views of Lake Manyara and watch wildlife gather around its water sources. After completing the game drive, leave the park and transfer by road to Arusha. Arrive in the late afternoon and check in at your accommodation for a relaxing evening. End your safari with one final wildlife adventure at Lake Manyara, followed by a comfortable journey back to Arusha bringing your unforgettable Tanzanian safari to a relaxing close.
TonightArusha Farm HouseBreakfast & lunch, (Dinner not included), Non-alcoholic drinks
Enjoy your final breakfast in Arusha before your private airport transfer. Our professional driver will collect you from your accommodation, assist with your luggage and ensure a smooth, comfortable and timely journey to the airport. Relax and enjoy a stress-free departure, knowing every detail has been taken care of.
Want a different order, an extra night or another lodge? Every day here can change. Ask us to adjust it
Where you sleep

Mid-range lodge · Arusha
En-suite rooms · Inside or close to the park · Meals as listed in the itinerary

Mid-range lodge · Tarangire
En-suite rooms · Inside or close to the park · Meals as listed in the itinerary

Mid-range lodge · Tarangire
En-suite rooms · Inside or close to the park · Meals as listed in the itinerary

Mid-range lodge · Serengeti
En-suite rooms · Inside or close to the park · Meals as listed in the itinerary

Mid-range lodge · Serengeti
En-suite rooms · Inside or close to the park · Meals as listed in the itinerary

Mid-range lodge · Lake Manyara
En-suite rooms · Inside or close to the park · Meals as listed in the itinerary
Mid-range lodges and tented camps have en-suite rooms and are inside or close to the parks. Names are confirmed in your written itinerary.
What it costs
| Accommodation | 1 person | 2 people | 3 people | 4 peopleBest value | Quote |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mid-range lodges | On request | $3,263 | $2,863 | $2,680 | Get quote |
The fine print
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Yes. The vehicle and guide are only for your group, for parties of up to 4 people. Larger groups: ask us.
It can start on any day that suits you, and we can change the lodges, the order of the parks or the number of nights.
This trip is for adults only. Ask us about our family safaris instead.
Not as a solo traveller: the price is for two or more. Ask us about joining a group safari instead.
Yes, from and back to the airport.
Check the Group label at the top of the page. Private means the vehicle and guide are only for your group. Shared means up to 6–7 guests in the vehicle.
Yes. We suggest lodges for the season and your budget and name them in the written itinerary before you pay a deposit.
Before you go
Guest reviews
5.0Excellent · 105+ reviews
The communication with the company was very good, and we were in good hands from the minute we arrived… we got a lot of value for the money.
The communication with Lucas via WhatsApp was always very friendly, direct and immediate… our tour guide Aboh was very familiar with all animals and plants.
Great value local Tanzanian operator that provided an unforgettable safari experience.
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