North East Tanzania (Northern Safari Circuit) is the richest wildlife safari area in the East Africa or probably in Africa. With varied geographical features like Kilimanjaro and Meru mountains, Lake Victoria and the Great Rift Valley which contains many large and ecologically significant wildlife parks and reserves, such as the famous Ngorongoro Crater, Serengeti National Park, Lake Manyara and Tarangire, offers an array of safari options, from mountain trekking and hiking, game viewing safari in the national parks, walking excursions and cultural/tribal tours to various villages. Famed Olduvai Gorge has provided rich evidence of the area's prehistory, including fossil remains of some of humanity's earliest ancestors. Almost all safaris in the Northern Parks involve going by road from Arusha with a private vehicle and driver-guide around the various parks, staying at a range of different lodges and campsites.

The Northern Tanzania Safari Circuit can be visited year round, though the best times to visit are either side of the main peak seasons: late January, February, March, late May and June to see the migration especially in Serengeti and Ngorongoro; or in the dry season of September, October, November and early December, since animals are found near the water bodies, e.g. Tarangire River, Mara River, Lake Manyara and the crater floor lake.

The best time to climb Kilimanjaro or Meru is September to early November during the dry season, when the sky is usually clear from clouds. Avoid rain season which starts March and ends in June, because the slopes are more slippery. However, the climbing can also be arranged for June and July

A good safari should involve walking or hiking: Hiking in Ngorongoro Highlands (Olmoti Crater and Empakaai Crater) accompanied by Maasai Warriors; Lake Eyasi walking with Hadza hunters and gatherers’, otherwise long day trekking to Mount Makarot and Ol Doinyo Lengai; all these can be accommodated in the same itinerary

Other safari interests in the north is balloon safari, which is operated over and above Serengeti National Park

DAY 1: Tarangire

A safari briefing at breakfast prepares you for an exciting adventure. Depart for Tarangire National Park, named after the river that flows through the length of the park and provides a constant water source for the thousands of animals making their home here. Lunch at the lodge and enjoy a late afternoon game drive. Dinner and overnight in the park.

DAY 2: Tarangire/Manyara

After breakfast drive to Lake Manyara National Park. Arrive in time for lunch followed by a late afternoon game drive. Lake Manyara is home to numerous birds, elephants, tree-climbing lions, hippos and buffaloes.

DAY 3: Manyara/Ngorongoro

You will have an early morning start to the Ngorongoro Conservation area, host to the “birthplace of man,” and home to a unique intact caldera, the Ngorongoro Crater. Arrive in time for lunch. Later, visit a Masai village.

DAY 4: Ngorongoro

Enjoy breathtaking views of the crater as the sun rises. Descend 2000 feet below the rim of the crater for a full day of spectacular game viewing. The crater is home to abundant game, including the “Big Five,” along with the black rhino, jackal and cape buffalo. Lunch is served picnic style on the crater floor.

DAY 5: Olduvai Gorge/Serengeti

This morning drive to Olduvai Gorge for a short visit to the site of the remains of prehistoric “Nutcracker man.” Continue your journey to the world’s best-known park, the Serengeti. Named after the Masai word, “Siringet,” for endless plains of short and long grass, the Serengeti is well known for its large prides of lion, cheetah, packs of wild dog and nearly a million or so wildebeest. Enjoy lunch and then a late afternoon game viewing drive.

DAY 6: Serengeti

Enjoy two full days of morning and late afternoon game drives. On day 6 you have the opportunity to take an early morning balloon safari (extra cost) over the Serengeti Plains or continue with your scheduled game drive. In the late afternoon, you will head out for another game drive.

DAY 7: Return to Arusha

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Breakfast. Drive back to Arusha to connect to the flight Zanzibar.

DAYS 8,9,10: Zanzibar

Snorkeling, boat trips, Stone Town, spice tours, Jozani, relaxing on the beach. We particularly recommend a visit to the Chumbe Island Coral Park.

The price of the Zanzibar extension will depend on the standard of hotel you will be accommodated and the flight

The above is just a sample program we do tailor make safaris to fit your budget and requrements just send us an email and will get back to you soonest possible

6-DAY SAFARI 2013 PRICES (LAKE MANYARA - SERENGETI - NGORONGORO CRATER - TARANGIRE NATIONAL PARK)

Tanzania 6 day safari dates

The safari and tour prices below include

• 6 day game safari to Tanzania's northern circuit as per sample itinerary
• Hotel/lodge accommodation for the duration of the six day safari
• Animal tours according to your itinerary preferences
• Private 4 wheel drive vehicle with a roof hatch
• Professional safari and tour guide / driver
• All Lake Manyara/Serengeti/Ngorongoro Crater/Tarangire national park fees
• All meals on the safari
• All game viewing activities specified
• Price quoted per person sharing

The safari and tour prices below exclude

• Drinks and mineral water
• Laundry
• Items of personal nature
• International and local airfares
• Airport taxes Any airport transfers & hotel accommodation before / after the safari
• Entry visas
• Travel insurance
• Tips and gratuities

Please note all prices are subject to change if Tanzania National Park entry fees