Tanzania’s Northern Circuit & Zanzibar

The classic northern safari circuit in Tanzania. From the verdant slopes of the Ngorongoro crater to the vast savannahs of the Serengeti, there's enough wildlife experiences here to last a lifetime. Close out your adventure on the island paradise of Zanzibar. This is the safari of your imagination.
10 Days
$7,349

Tanzania’s Northern Circuit & Zanzibar - 10 - $7,349

Trip Summary and Itinerary Map

Day 1: Arrival into Kilimanjaro Airport, Meet & Greet, transfer to Arusha. Activities dependant on flight arrival time. 

Day 2: Transfer to the Ngorongoro Crater. Game drive in Lake Manyara National Park or visit Mto Wa Mbu village and local market.

Day 3: Safari in the Ngorongoro Crater. 

Day 4: Safari in the Ngorongoro Crater. 

Day 5: Transfer to the Serengeti National Park. Afternoon safari in the Serengeti. 

Day 6: Safari in the Serengeti National Park. 

Day 7: Light aircraft flight to Zanzibar. Afternoon at leisure in Zanzibar.

Day 8: Full day at leisure in Zanzibar. Optional activities available. 

Day 9: Full day at leisure in Zanzibar. Optional activities available. 

Day 10: Transfer to Zanzibar International Airport for return flight home.

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The trip below is one example of what's possible, but get in touch with our team, and we'll help you understand if it's right for you. We can use this trip as a starting point, or we can start with a blank sheet of paper and design a trip that's perfect for you.


Landmarks potentially visited on Tanzania’s Northern Circuit & Zanzibar

Itinerary

The itinerary below is designed to give you an overview of the route. Get in touch with our team for a full travel itinerary, or to create a tailor-made trip. 

Day 1: The Adventure Begins!

Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro Airport, you will receive a VIP Meet and Greet before being transferred to your hotel in Arusha. Here you can rest up after your international flight and meet your guides who will talk you through the plan for the adventure to come.

Depending on your international flight arrival time, you could head straight to the Ngorongoro on arrival. Alternatively, there are some wonderful local activities around Arusha and the Kilimanjaro area if you want to take the day to explore. 

Overnight at Rivertrees Country Inn


Days 2-3: Ngorongoro Crater 

The next morning, begin your journey through northern Tanzania as you visit the Maasai Boma at Mto Wa Mbu village and market, stopping for a local lunch and a village walk. Alternatively, game drive through Lake Manyara National Park before continuing to the Ngorongoro. The camp sits on the crater rim providing incredible views over the crater and early access to the crater floor for safari. 

The next day you have a full day on safari in the Ngorongoro Crater. What once was a fiery, lava strewn, inhospitable area is now home to 25,000 large animals, including lion, black rhino, elephant, and giraffes. After a day on safari in the crater, transfer back to your lodge for sundowners before dinner. 

Overnight at Entamanu Ngorongoro


Days 4-6: Serengeti National Park

Next, jump back in the jeep and head west towards the vast Serengeti National Park. Game drive through the park towards your camp/lodge. 

Note: to track the herds of the Great Migration, where you stay in the Serengeti will depend on your travel dates. This itinerary includes Central Serengeti. However, if you are travelling during peak season, you will want to be in the North to maximize your experience of the migration. Our team can help you understand which option is right for you.

Spend the next 3 nights in the Serengeti, heading out on morning and afternoon game drives. A wonderful experience to add on to your time in the Serengeti is a hot air balloon safari. Get in touch with our team to find out more. 

Overnight at Dunia Camp


Day 7 to 9: Zanzibar

After a final breakfast overlooking the savannah, transfer to the airstrip to connect with a light air flight to Zanzibar. You will be met at the airport and transferred to your beachfront hotel. Spend the next few days relaxing on the beautiful beaches of Zanzibar (lots of optional activities available here!). 

Overnight at Breezes Beach Club & Spa


Day 10: Return Home   

As your adventure comes to an end, transfer to the airport to connect with your international flight home.

Day rooms can be arranged depending on your international flight times

Prices, Departures and Inclusions

Prices are per person based on two people travelling together. Travelling during peak season will incur higher rates. For a tailor-made itinerary built around your interests and budget, get in touch with our team

Small adjustments to accommodation choices, routes, and activities can make a big difference to the cost of a trip in East Africa. Our team can create a tailor-made trip to suit your budget. 


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    • All Brilliant trips include: all domestic/internal flights, all road transfers and airport pickups/drop-offs, all accommodation as per the itinerary (accommodation can be amended based on budget and preferences), fees for guides/scouts/drivers/cooks, all entrance fees as per the program, fees for all activities as per the program, meal plan full board unless specified otherwise, conservation charge. 

Excludes

  • International flights are quoted separately through our flight partner
  • Activities not mentioned or stated as optional in the itinerary
  • Other personal expenses, souvenirs, tips and gratuities
  • Visa fees

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