Northern Explorer

Explore Tanzania's northern parks and wilderness areas over 10 days, with different levels of accommodation to match your budget. A classic northern safari circuit, with enough wildlife experiences to last a lifetime.
10 Days
$7,700

Northern Explorer - 10 - $7,700

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 International Airport, you will be met by your driver and transferred to your choice of accommodation. On arrival at the lodge, settle in after your long international flight, before your pre-safari briefing with the team. 

Accommodation options

Budget: Siringit Villa

Mid-range: Lemala Villa Lux

Luxury: Legendary Lodge 


Day 2: Tarangire National Park

Transfer to Arusha Airport/Dolly airstrip. Fly by scheduled flight to Kuro airstrip in Tarangire National Park. Met by the camp’s vehicle and shared game drive en route to the camp for lunch. Afternoon and night shared game drives. Dinner and overnight at the camp. 

Accommodation options

Budget: Nimali Tarangire

Mid-range: Lemala Mpingo Ridge

Luxury: Kuro Tarangire


Day 3: Tarangire National Park

Shared morning bush walk with the camp’s naturalist. Shared morning and afternoon game drives with meals and overnight at the camp. 

Accommodation options

Budget: Nimali Tarangire

Mid-range: Lemala Mpingo Ridge

Luxury: Kuro Tarangire


Day 4: Lake Manyara National Park

Transfer to Kuro airstrip. Fly by scheduled flight to Lake Manyara airstrip. You will be met by the camp’s vehicle. Shared transfer to the lodge/camp for lunch. Afternoon at leisure with optional activities (payable directly at the lodge/camp). Dinner and overnight at the lodge/camp.

Accommodation options

Budget: Neptune Ngorongoro Luxury Lodge

Mid-range: Lemala Ngorongoro Tented Camp

Luxury: Entamanu Ngorongoro Camp


Day 5: Ngorongoro Conservation Area

Extended game drive in Ngorongoro Crater. A picnic lunch is provided. Return to the lodge for dinner and overnight. 

Accommodation options

Budget: Neptune Ngorongoro Luxury Lodge

Mid-range: Lemala Ngorongoro Tented Camp

Luxury: Entamanu Ngorongoro Camp


Day 6: Serengeti National Park

Transfer to Lake Manyara airstrip. Fly by scheduled flight to Serengeti National Park. You are met by the camp’s vehicle for a shared game drive en route to the camp. Lunch at the camp and then set out on a shared afternoon game drive. Dinner and overnight at the camp.

Accommodation options

Budget: Siringit Serengeti Camp

Mid-range: Lemala Ewanjan/Nanyukie Camp

Luxury: One Nature Nyaruswiga


Day 7: Serengeti National Park

Shared morning and afternoon game drives with meals and overnight at the camp.

Accommodation options

Budget: Siringit Serengeti Camp

Mid-range: Lemala Ewanjan/Nanyukie Camp

Luxury: One Nature Nyaruswiga


Day 8: Serengeti National Park

Shared transfer to the airstrip. Fly by scheduled flight to Kogatende/Lobo airstrip. You are met by the camp’s vehicle for a shared game drive en route to the camp. Lunch at the camp and then set out on a shared afternoon game drive. Dinner and overnight at the camp. 

Accommodation options

Budget: Taasa Lodge

Mid-range: Lemala Kuria Hills

Luxury: Lamai Serengeti


Day 9: Serengeti National Park

Shared morning and afternoon game drives with meals and overnight at the camp.

Accommodation options

Budget: Taasa Lodge

Mid-range: Lemala Kuria Hills

Luxury: Lamai Serengeti


Day 10: Arusha

Shared game drive en route to the airstrip. Fly by scheduled flight to Arusha Airport, arriving at approximately 1220. Transfer to Arusha City Centre or connect at Arusha Airport with your onward international flight.

Prices and Inclusions

  • Prices are per person based on two people travelling together. Travel during some peak season months will incur higher rates. 
  • Price based on budget accommodation options. 
  • Small adjustments to accommodation choices, routes, and activities can make a big difference to the cost of a trip in East Africa. The prices shown should be used as an indication only. Our team can create a tailor-made trip to suit your budget. 

Includes

  • Domestic flights.
  • All road transfers and airport pickups/drop-offs.
  • All accommodation as per the itinerary. Accommodation can be amended based on budget and preferences.
  • All camping equipment where necessary.
  • Fees for guides, scouts, drivers, and cooks.
  • All entrance fees as per the program.
  • Meal plan full board.
  • Fees for all activities as per the program.
  • Conservation charge. 

Excludes

  • International flights and visa fees.
  • Activities not mentioned or stated as optional in the itinerary.
  • Other personal expenses, souvenirs, tips and gratuities, etc.

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