Your 8-day itinerary, day by day

This is the exact eight-day scheduled route from the legacy page. The tour uses a shared safari vehicle with no more than six guests, a bilingual English-speaking driver-guide and a guaranteed window seat.

Duration8 days
Guide price$3,945
RouteKilimanjaro round-trip
Where you stay5 scheduled-tour stays
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  1. Day 1
    A Brilliant Africa guide beside a safari vehicle in Tanzania

    Arrive at Kilimanjaro and transfer to Arusha

    On arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, you will be met and transferred to Forest Hill Lodge near Arusha. Check-in begins at 2pm, so early arrivals should add a pre-night for guaranteed room access.

    OvernightForest Hill Lodge (1 night)

  2. Day 2
    An elephant moving through Tarangire National Park

    Arusha to Tarangire

    Spend the morning at leisure, then join the group for a safari briefing and lunch. Depart Arusha in the afternoon and travel through the Maasai Steppe to Lake Burunge on the western edge of Tarangire National Park.

    OvernightBurunge Tented Lodge (1 night)

  3. Day 3
    Wildlife and open plains in the Serengeti

    Tarangire and Lake Manyara

    Game drive through Tarangire in search of elephants, lions and other wildlife among the baobabs and Silale Swamp. Return for lunch, then drive north and climb the Rift Valley escarpment to your Lake Manyara lodge.

    OvernightManyara Wildlife Safari Lodge (1 night)

  4. Day 4-6
    A lion resting in the Serengeti grasslands

    Lake Manyara and the central Serengeti

    Begin with a Lake Manyara game drive, then cross the highlands and Ngorongoro Conservation Area into the Serengeti, game viewing on the way to camp. Day five includes morning and afternoon game drives, with an optional shared balloon safari available at extra cost.

    OvernightKati Kati Tented Camp (2 nights)

  5. Day 6-8
    Zebras beneath the highlands of northern Tanzania

    Ngorongoro Highlands and crater

    Game drive across the Serengeti toward Ngorongoro, stopping for a picnic lunch before continuing to Karatu. On day seven, descend into the crater with a picnic lunch for a full wildlife safari before returning to the lodge.

    OvernightTloma Lodge (2 nights)

  6. Day 8
    A hot-air balloon over the Tanzanian plains at sunrise

    Return to Arusha and Kilimanjaro

    Drive southeast past Karatu, Lake Manyara and Mto wa Mbu, descend the Rift Valley escarpment and continue through the Maasai Steppe to Arusha. Lunch is included before the transfer to Kilimanjaro International Airport.

Your scheduled route through northern Tanzania

The group tour travels by road from Arusha through Tarangire, Lake Manyara, the central Serengeti and Ngorongoro before returning to Kilimanjaro.

  1. 1Arusha
  2. 2Tarangire National Park
  3. 3Lake Manyara National Park
  4. 4Central Serengeti
  5. 5Ngorongoro Crater
  6. 6Kilimanjaro International Airport

Each numbered stop follows the scheduled itinerary in order. The entire safari is connected by road in a shared 4x4 vehicle with a maximum of six guests.

Where you'll stay

Five scheduled-tour stays follow the fixed route. Verified first-party galleries are shown for Burunge and Tloma; Forest Hill, Manyara Wildlife Safari Lodge and Kati Kati remain intentionally text-only because Brilliant Africa does not currently expose property galleries for them.

Single guest bedroom at Forest Hill Lodge
Twin guest bedroom at Forest Hill Lodge
Guest bathroom at Forest Hill Lodge
Hotel exterior and gardens at Forest Hill Lodge
Restaurant at Forest Hill Lodge
Gardens with a distant mountain view at Forest Hill Lodge
Guest accommodation buildings at Forest Hill Lodge
Triple guest bedroom at Forest Hill Lodge
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Arusha

Forest Hill Lodge

A convenient arrival base near Arusha for the first night before the shared safari begins.

Guest cottage exterior at Burunge Tented Lodge
Tented bedroom at Burunge Tented Lodge
Aerial view of the main lodge and pool at Burunge Tented Lodge
Swimming pool and main lodge at Burunge Tented Lodge
Main lodge dining room at Burunge Tented Lodge
Outdoor dining terrace in the evening at Burunge Tented Lodge
Shaded poolside seating at Burunge Tented Lodge
Guest veranda at Burunge Tented Lodge
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Tarangire National Park

Burunge Tented Lodge

A tented lodge on the shores of Lake Burunge, used after the afternoon transfer from Arusha.

Infinity pool and Lake Manyara view at Manyara Wildlife Safari Lodge
Cottage bedroom at Manyara Wildlife Safari Lodge
Guest bathroom at Manyara Wildlife Safari Lodge
Aerial view of the camp and pool at Manyara Wildlife Safari Lodge
Swimming pool and main lodge at Manyara Wildlife Safari Lodge
Cottage bedroom and dressing table at Manyara Wildlife Safari Lodge
Guest lounge at Manyara Wildlife Safari Lodge
Tented bedroom at Manyara Wildlife Safari Lodge
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Lake Manyara

Manyara Wildlife Safari Lodge

An escarpment lodge overlooking the Rift Valley after the Tarangire game drive.

Aerial view of the tented camp at Kati Kati Tented Camp
Tented twin bedroom at Kati Kati Tented Camp
Dining tent and buffet at Kati Kati Tented Camp
Guest bathroom at Kati Kati Tented Camp
Tented double bedroom at Kati Kati Tented Camp
Camp grounds at sunset at Kati Kati Tented Camp
Guest tent and veranda at Kati Kati Tented Camp
Guest tent exterior at Kati Kati Tented Camp
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Central Serengeti

Kati Kati Tented Camp

A mobile-style tented camp for two nights of scheduled Serengeti game drives.

Tloma Lodge, Karatu, Ngorongoro Highlands
Tloma Lodge, Karatu, Ngorongoro Highlands
Tloma Lodge, Karatu, Ngorongoro Highlands
Tloma Lodge, Karatu, Ngorongoro Highlands
Tloma Lodge, Karatu, Ngorongoro Highlands
Tloma Lodge, Karatu, Ngorongoro Highlands
Tloma Lodge, Karatu, Ngorongoro Highlands
Tloma Lodge, Karatu, Ngorongoro Highlands
Tloma Lodge, Karatu, Ngorongoro Highlands
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Karatu, Ngorongoro Highlands

Tloma Lodge

A farm-country lodge near Karatu for the final two nights and the Ngorongoro Crater safari.

A smiling Brilliant Africa guide beside a branded safari vehicle

Ready to plan your Northern Tanzania Group Tour?

Share your dates, priorities and budget. One of our Tanzania specialists will come back with first thoughts and tailor this itinerary around you, with no obligation.

What's included

Every Brilliant trip is fully inclusive of the things that matter, plus a level of support you won't find with an off-the-shelf package.

In your price

  • Meet-and-greet services
  • Road transfers shown in the itinerary
  • Shared 4x4 safari vehicle with photo roof and a maximum of six guests
  • Bilingual English-speaking driver-guide
  • Guaranteed window seat
  • Meals and accommodation as specified
  • All scheduled park fees and government taxes
  • Filtered water in the safari vehicle; bring a reusable bottle

With Brilliant, you'll also get

  • One-to-one planning with a dedicated East Africa specialist through our Bucket List Safari System
  • A local ground-support team on hand throughout your trip
  • Dedicated pre-travel support for practical questions and preparation
  • A personalised guest portal and mobile app
  • WhatsApp contact with your local support team
  • A one-to-one safety briefing
  • Step-by-step visa and travel-document guidance
  • Access to our international flight specialist for US guests

The 'Life Happens' Postponement Guarantee

If life gets in the way and you need to postpone your trip, we won't charge any fees to move it and your deposit is applied to the rescheduled dates. Terms and conditions apply, enquire for details.

Prices are per person based on two people sharing during high season from July to October. Solo-room supplements, scheduled departure availability and optional activities such as the balloon safari affect the final price.

Your questions answered

How much does the Northern Tanzania Group Tour cost?

The eight-day scheduled tour starts from $3,945 per person based on two people sharing during the July to October high season. A single supplement applies for solo travellers who want their own room.

How many people share the safari vehicle?

The scheduled tour uses a shared 4x4 vehicle with a maximum of six guests. Every traveller has a guaranteed window seat.

Is this suitable for solo travellers?

Yes. The route is designed for solo travellers and couples who want to join a small group. We will confirm available departure dates and any single-room supplement.

Is the balloon safari included?

No. A shared Serengeti balloon safari can be added on day five, but it is optional and priced separately.

Can the itinerary be changed?

The scheduled group route and departure dates are fixed. We can add private pre-tour or post-tour nights, arrange international flights and suggest a tailor-made alternative if you want more flexibility.

Talk to someone who's actually been there

A group safari is about choosing the right departure and understanding exactly what is shared. Our Tanzania specialists will confirm dates, rooming, single supplements and optional add-ons before you book.

  • Barry, Safari Specialist & Field Guide, Brilliant Africa

    Barry

    Safari Specialist & Field Guide
  • Alyson, Guest Experience Specialist, Brilliant Africa

    Alyson

    Guest Experience Specialist
  • Tracy, Tailor-Made Safari Specialist, Brilliant Africa

    Tracy

    Tailor-Made Safari Specialist
  • Holly, Guest Experience Specialist, Brilliant Africa

    Holly

    Guest Experience Specialist
  • Marc, Africa Travel Specialist, Brilliant Africa

    Marc

    Africa Travel Specialist

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