A 7-day Northern Circuit safari is the perfect “classic” Tanzania experience: you’ll explore Tarangire, Lake Manyara, Ngorongoro, and multiple zones of the Serengeti. Here’s a daily itinerary + advice to make it amazing.
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Day |
Destination |
Activities & Highlights |
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Day 1 |
Arrival & Arusha |
Arrive at Kilimanjaro Airport, transfer to lodge in Arusha, rest & briefing |
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Day 2 |
Tarangire National Park |
Morning game drive, lunch, afternoon drive, overnight near park |
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Day 3 |
Lake Manyara, Central Serengeti |
Game drive in Manyara, drive to Serengeti, evening safari |
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Day 4 |
Serengeti (Central / South) |
Full day game drives in Serengeti, possibly picnic lunch |
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Day 5 |
Serengeti (North) |
Game drives in northern Serengeti region, explore river plains |
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Day 6 |
Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater |
Morning drive out, descend into Ngorongoro Crater for game drive, overnight at crater rim |
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Day 7 |
Departure via Arusha / Kilimanjaro |
Early morning views, transfer to airport or extension to Zanzibar |
Tips & Notes
- Start early each day to catch more wildlife activity
- Use picnic lunches to maximize time in parks
- Be flexible; sometimes game movements force changes
- Rest days or buffer days are valuable
- Talk to your guide about customizing (e.g. hot air balloon, walking safari)
Conclusion
This 7-day itinerary gives you a strong sample of Tanzania’s iconic parks and wildlife. At Wakanda Safaris, we customize based on your interests (birding, photography, luxury, small groups). Let us tailor your perfect trip.
