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The Northern Circuit · Signature Safaris

Best of Tanzania — the iconic routes and hidden gems

From the elephant-studded plains of Tarangire and the wildlife amphitheater of the Ngorongoro Crater, to the Great Migration of the Serengeti and close-up encounters at Serval Wildlife.

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Why the Northern Circuit

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The ultimate concentration of African wildlife

The "Northern Circuit" is arguably the most famous safari route in the world. It encompasses a collection of national parks and conservation areas in northern Tanzania that, together, host a density and diversity of wildlife found nowhere else on earth.

For our guests, experiencing the Best of Tanzania means carefully combining these destinations. It means witnessing the massive elephant herds of Tarangire, descending into the caldera of the Ngorongoro Crater, and tracking the Great Migration across the endless plains of the Serengeti.

Below you will find our fully-tailored, operator-built packages — ranging from comprehensive 6-day migration tracking safaris to express 2-day deep dives and completely unique Serval Wildlife excursions.

— Z&K Tanzania Safaris, on the ground in Arusha

Signature Best of Tanzania Packages

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Operator-built routes — priced for 2026

From 6-day comprehensive migration trackers to exciting day trips out of Arusha. Prices shown indicate the starting rate per person (based on 6 pax sharing) to help you budget.

Most Booked

6 Days Signature Migration

6 Days Migration Safari

Tarangire → Ngorongoro → Serengeti

Our flagship Northern Circuit journey. Track the Great Migration across the Serengeti, combined with the dense elephant populations of Tarangire and the breathtaking Ngorongoro Crater.

From

USD 2,368pp

5 Days Safari Tarangire Serengeti Ngorongoro

5 Days Classic Circuit

5 Days Northern Circuit

Tarangire → Serengeti (2N) → Ngorongoro

A perfectly paced journey featuring two nights in the Serengeti (Embalakai Camp), plus comfortable overnight stays at Marera Valley and Ngorongoro Rim Lodge.

From

USD 2,189pp

4 Days Express Safari

Tarangire → Serengeti → Ngorongoro

The ultimate compact route. Experience the highlights of Tarangire, the endless plains of the Serengeti, and the Ngorongoro Crater in four action-packed days.

From

USD 1,498pp

3 Days Wildlife & Sanctuary

Tarangire, Ngorongoro & Serval

Tarangire → Ngorongoro → Serval Excursion

A unique blend of wildlife viewing. Enjoy traditional game drives in Tarangire and Ngorongoro, culminating in a rare, close-up animal feeding experience at Serval Wildlife.

From

USD 1,068pp

2 Days Overnight Safari

2 Days Tarangire & Ngorongoro

Tarangire → Ngorongoro Crater

Short on time? Maximize your sightings with an overnight safari covering the massive elephant herds of Tarangire and the Big Five inside the spectacular Ngorongoro Crater.

From

USD 814pp

1 Day Day Excursion

Ngorongoro Crater Day Trip

Arusha → Ngorongoro Crater → Arusha

Descend into the world's largest inactive volcanic caldera for a full day of world-class game viewing. An excellent opportunity to spot the endangered black rhino.

From

USD 427pp

1 Day Day Excursion

Tarangire or Manyara Day Trip

Arusha/Kilimanjaro → National Park → Drop off

Choose between the ancient baobabs and elephants of Tarangire National Park, or the lush groundwater forests and flamingos of Lake Manyara.

From

USD 245pp

Day Trip Arusha National Park plus Walking Safari

1 Day Active Day Trip

Arusha Park & Walking Safari

Arusha → Arusha NP → Kilimanjaro Drop off

Experience wildlife on foot. Accompanied by an armed ranger, enjoy a walking safari among giraffes and buffalo in the shadow of Mount Meru.

From

USD 266pp

Practical Essentials

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Northern Circuit, in eight facts

The quick-reference logistics to help you plan your Tanzania journey.

Gateway Airport

JRO

Kilimanjaro International

Starting Point

Arusha

The safari capital of Tanzania

Best Months

Jun–Oct

Dry season for peak wildlife

The Big 5

Guaranteed

With Ngorongoro & Serengeti

Planning Questions

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Honest answers to safari logistics

What guests frequently ask us before booking their Best of Tanzania adventure.

How do the package pricing tiers work?

Our safari prices are tiered based on the number of people traveling in your private vehicle. The "From" price shown usually represents the per-person cost for a group of 6. A solo traveler (1 pax) will pay a higher per-person rate to cover the private vehicle and guide, while a couple (2 pax) sits comfortably in the middle tier. Contact us for your exact group quote.

Is the Migration Safari available year-round?

Yes, the Great Migration is a continuous, year-round cycle. If you book the 6-Day Migration package, we will adjust the specific camps and driving routes to place you exactly where the mega-herds are located during your specific travel month (e.g., Ndutu in February, or Kogatende in August).

What is the Serval Wildlife Excursion?

Serval Wildlife is an exclusive, luxury sanctuary near Mount Kilimanjaro. Unlike traditional game drives where animals are wild and observed from a distance, this excursion allows for safe, ethical, and extremely close interactions, including hand-feeding animals like giraffes and zebras. It is featured in our 3-Day Safari package.

Can I customize these exact packages?

Absolutely. The itineraries above are our most popular and perfectly paced routes, but as a direct operator, we can tailor anything. We can upgrade your accommodation tiers, add a hot air balloon flight, or append a flight to Zanzibar at the end of your safari.

Best of Tanzania — the iconic routes and hidden gems

The ultimate concentration of African wildlife

Operator-built routes — priced for 2026

6 Days Migration Safari

5 Days Northern Circuit

4 Days Express Safari

Tarangire, Ngorongoro & Serval

2 Days Tarangire & Ngorongoro

Ngorongoro Crater Day Trip

Tarangire or Manyara Day Trip

Arusha Park & Walking Safari

Northern Circuit, in eight facts

Honest answers to safari logistics

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