Still waters Safaris

10 Days Northern Circuit Luxury Safari

Trip Overview

This 10-day safari presents an extraordinary journey through three of Tanzania’s most celebrated wildlife destinations: Tarangire National Park, Serengeti National Park, and Ngorongoro Crater. Begin your adventure in Tarangire, renowned for its large elephant herds and stunning baobab landscapes. Next, immerse yourself in the Serengeti, where you’ll experience the vast plains and the thrilling Great Migration, if in season. Finally, descend into the Ngorongoro Crater, a natural wonder teeming with wildlife and offering breathtaking views. This well-rounded itinerary promises a comprehensive exploration of Tanzania’s rich wildlife and diverse ecosystems, providing an unforgettable safari experience.

Day by Day Program

Gran Melia Arusha

Day 01: Arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport

Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, you will be met by a Still Waters Safaris representative and drive to Arusha for an overnight stay.

Lemala Mpingo Ridge

Day 02 & 03: Tarangire National Park

Transfer to Arusha airport for your flight to Kuo airstrip in Tarangire. The flight departs at 9:30am and arrive at 10:15am. Tarangire is best known for its elephant families, savannah, iconic baobab trees, seasonal swamps, and the life- giving Tarangire River. Animals gather at the river and giraffes; bushbuck and hartebeest are often seen. The park is also home to buffalo, zebra, and wildebeest. These animals are closely followed by predators such as lions and leopards and rarely cheetahs. 2 nights stay at Tarangire
Lions Paw Tented Camp 

Day 04: Tarangire – Ngorongoro

Breakfast at the camp, enjoy the game drives enroute to Ngorongoro. Arrive there for afternoon at leisure and overnight

The Manor Ngorongoro Lodge

Day 05: Ngorongoro Crater Tour

Be sure to wake up early today, so there is no delay on your descent into the famous Ngorongoro Crater. As soon as you arrive in the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, you will be amazed by the beauty around you. Even more so when you arrive at the edge of the crater and take in the amazing view over one of the Natural Wonders of the World. The crater of this inactive volcano is approximately 3 million years old, 20sq km in size, and the largest unbroken volcanic caldera in the world. Due to its natural borders, the wildlife in the crater is amazing. The crater is home to the Big Five and offers a good chance to spot the rare black rhino. Throw hyena, zebra, buffalo, and elephant into the mix, and you have the perfect canvas for a pretty awesome safari experience.
Melia Serengeti Lodge

Day 06: Karatu – Manyara airstrip for your flight to Central Serengeti National Park

After an early breakfast, transfer to Manyara aistrip for your flight to Serengeti departing at 10:55am and arrive at 12:30hrs. The most famous National park in the World, the Serengeti.The park has 6,900 sq. miles (18,000 sq. km) and for most of it, the plains will stretch to the horizon defying your senses and perception of distances. It is the home of the Great Migration and to 2 million wildebeests, hundreds of thousands of zebras, and all kinds of antelopes. As for Big Cats and large predators, it’s the place of choice to look out for lions, cheetahs, leopards, and hyenas, with many television scenes like the famous river crossings having been filmed in this park.
Melia Serengeti Lodge

Day 07, 08 & 09: Three more days in central Serengeti National Park

Full day in the Serengeti National Park in our open vehicle. We are completely flexible with your preferences and this day will be organized according to your wishes. On every day of the safari, your guide will discuss with you the best timings for you, including the game drives and the wake-up time. For example, on this day, you could do a morning game drive, return to the camp for lunch and relaxation and finish with an afternoon game drive, or you could do a full-day game drive with a picnic lunch.

Day 10: Fly Serengeti to Kilimanjaro International Airport

After breakfast, transfer to the airstrip for your flight to Kilimanjaro International Airport departing at 10:30hrs and arrive at 13:00hrs

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Pricing Guidelines

Our rates are per person sharing unless we note differently.

  • All rates are subject to availability and may change without notice.
  • Single suppliments may apply
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10 Days Northern Circuit Luxury Safari

  • Accommodation mid-luxury: Four points by sheraton 
  • Accommodation Luxury: Arusha Coffee Lodge
  • Accommodation top luxury: Gran Melia Arusha

10 Days Northern Circuit Luxury Safari

  • Bird Watching
  • Cycling
  • Massages
  • Walks (Self Guided)

10 Days Northern Circuit Luxury Safari

  • Accommodation mid luxury: Nimali Tarangire Camp
  • Accommodation luxury: Lemala Mpingo Ridge
  • Accommodation top luxury: Sanctuary Swala Camp

10 Days Northern Circuit Luxury Safari

  • Large Elephant Herds
  • Baobab Trees
  • Bird Watching
  • Diverse Wildlife
  • Less Crowded Experience

10 Days Northern Circuit Luxury Safari

  • Accommodation mid luxury: Lions Paw Tented Camp 
  • Accommodation luxury: The Highland Tented Camp  
  • Accommodation top luxury: Melia Ngorongoro Lodge 

10 Days Northern Circuit Luxury Safari

  • The Big Five
  • High Wildlife Density
  • Scenic Crater Views
  • Flamingo-filled Soda Lakes
  • Maasai Community Interaction

10 Days Northern Circuit Luxury Safari

  • Accommodation mid luxury: Acacia Farm Lodge 
  • Accommodation luxury: Gibbs Farm 
  • Accommodation top luxury: The Manor Ngorongoro Lodge

10 Days Northern Circuit Luxury Safari

  • Accommodation mid-luxury: Lemala Kuria Hills  
  • Accommodation Luxury: Four seasons Safari Lodge
  • Accommodation top luxury: Melia Serengeti Lodge

10 Days Northern Circuit Luxury Safari

  • Endless Plains
  • Year-Round Wildlife Viewing
  • Predator Hotspots
  • Seronera River
  • Balloon Safaris

10 Days Northern Circuit Luxury Safari

Optional Balloon flight in Serengeti National Park (in one of the day at extra costs of $599 per person)