Safaris

Classic Northern Circuit Safari Itinerary 
8 Days / 7 Nights

 Safari Overview

Discover Tanzania’s wild wonders in style. This 8-day luxury safari takes you from the foothills of Mount Meru to the ancient baobabs of Tarangire, the misty rim of the Ngorongoro Crater, and finally, to the untamed heart of the Serengeti. Designed for travelers seeking both comfort and authenticity, this journey delivers iconic landscapes, extraordinary wildlife, and unforgettable moments — with the Serengeti as your grand finale. Track big cats, witness the rhythms of the savannah, and experience the soul of Africa, untamed.

Places You’ll Visit

  1. Arusha
  2. Tarangire National Park
  3. Ngorongoro Conservation Area
  4. Serengeti National Park

Day-By-Day Itinerary

Day 1 – Arrival in Arusha – Gateway to the Wild

Welcome to Tanzania! Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, you’ll be met by your Serengeti Untamed representative and transferred to your lodge in Arusha. Nestled at the foot of Mount Meru, Arusha offers a tranquil start to your safari adventure.

Ease into your journey with a comfortable stay in Arusha, the safari capital of northern Tanzania. The perfect setting for rest, cultural immersion, or a touch of indulgence before flying into the wild.

Optional Activities: Guided Arusha city tour, local artisan markets, coffee tasting, nature walks, spa treatments.

Accommodation Options: Gran Meliá Arusha (Meliá Collection) | Arusha Coffee Lodge (Elewana Collection) | Legendary Lodge (Legendary Expeditions) | Siringit Villa (Siringit Collection)

Day 2 – Tarangire – Giants of the Savannah

Depart after breakfast for Tarangire National Park, famous for its ancient baobabs and massive elephant herds. This lesser-visited gem offers striking landscapes and uncrowded game viewing.

Tarangire is a hidden jewel — intimate, wild, and home to the largest elephant populations in northern Tanzania, along with seasonal river crossings and birdlife.

Activities: Game drives among baobab forests, elephant tracking, sundowners by the river.

Accommodation Options: Chem Chem Lodge (Chem Chem Safari) |  Olkeri Camp (Entara Lodges & Camps) | Lake Manyara Tree Lodge (&Beyond) | Manyara’s Secret

Day 3 – Ngorongoro Highlands – Elevated Elegance & Epic Views

Travel into the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, ascending to the crater rim through verdant highlands. Pause for panoramic crater views and enjoy a relaxed afternoon at your lodge.

The Ngorongoro Highlands offer cool, misty air and stunning views — a serene transition before the crater descent. This area is rich in Maasai culture and biodiversity.

Activities: Guided crater rim walks, Maasai village visit, photography stops at crater viewpoints.

Accommodation Options: Entamanu Ngorongoro (Nomad Tanzania) | Ngorongoro Lodge (Meliá Collection) | Craters Edge (Wilderness Collection) | Ngorongoro Lion’s Paw (Karibu Camps & Lodges)

Day 4 – Ngorongoro Crater – Nature’s Grand Arena

Rise early for a full-day game drive in the Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This massive caldera is home to Africa’s Big Five and offers dramatic scenery and dense wildlife.

Descend into a wildlife Eden where every turn promises action — from lions and rhinos to flamingos and hyenas — all set in a lush volcanic amphitheater.

Activities: Full-day crater safari with picnic lunch, photography stops, birdwatching.

Accommodation Options: Entamanu Ngorongoro (Nomad Tanzania) | Ngorongoro Lodge (Meliá Collection) | Craters Edge (Wilderness Collection) | Ngorongoro Lion’s Paw (Karibu Camps & Lodges)

Days 5–7 – Central Serengeti – Big Cats & Endless Plains

Take a scenic drive into the heart of Serengeti National Park, arriving in the Seronera Valley — famed for predator sightings and sweeping savannahs. Spend three nights immersed in the rhythm of the wild.

Explore the heart of the Serengeti, home to some of Africa’s highest concentrations of big cats. With open savannahs, ancient rock formations, and year-round wildlife, this is classic safari country at its finest.

Activities: Morning and afternoon game drives, leopard tracking along the Seronera River, hot air balloon safari (optional), visits to hippo pools, and rock art explorations.

Accommodation Options: Siringit Serengeti Camp (Siringit Collection) | Meliá Serengeti Lodge (Meliá Collection) | Serengeti Explorer (Elewana Collection) | Four Seasons Safari Lodge Serengeti

Day 8 – Farewell to the Wild – Return to Arusha

Enjoy a final bush breakfast before your scenic flight back to Arusha. Depending on your departure time, enjoy a day room, shop for keepsakes, or indulge in a final massage before your onward journey.

A graceful end to your journey with time to reflect, unwind, and take one last breath of Tanzania’s wild air before your onward travels.

Optional Activities: Visit to local craft market, spa treatments, cultural stopovers.

Accommodation Options: Gran Meliá Arusha (Meliá Collection) | Arusha Coffee Lodge (Elewana Collection) | Legendary Lodge (Legendary Expeditions) | Siringit Villa (Siringit Collection)​

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