19  Days

Tanzania Safari Itinerary – Northern & Southern Circuit with Ngorongoro, Serengeti & Selous

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Explore Tanzania’s Best National Parks, Game Reserves, and Cultural Landmarks in One Epic Journey

This 19-day Tanzania wildlife safari is a once-in-a-lifetime expedition through both the Northern and Southern safari circuits. From iconic sites like Ngorongoro Crater, Serengeti, and Tarangire to remote, untamed landscapes in Ruaha, Selous (Nyerere), and Udzungwa Mountains, this journey is ideal for adventurers seeking both big game and authentic cultural experiences.

When is the best time to take this safari?

This itinerary works best June to October (dry season) or January to March for southern circuit access and migration season.

Absolutely. We can tailor lodge upgrades, shorten or extend the tour, or include Zanzibar or Kilimanjaro add-ons.

This is a private guided safari, ideal for couples, families, or small groups seeking exclusive experiences.

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DAY 1

Arrival at Kilimanjaro Airport – Transfer to Arusha

Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) and transfer to Arusha for an overnight stay. Rest and prepare for the journey ahead.


Accommodation: Outpost Lodge
Meals: Bed & Breakfast

DAY 2

Arusha to Lake Manyara National Park – Scenic Drive & Game Drive

Depart Arusha by 9:00 AM for a short drive to Lake Manyara National Park, known for its tree-climbing lions, flamingos, and rich primate population. Enjoy an afternoon game drive, followed by sunset views from the Great Rift Valley escarpment.


Accommodation: Karatu Tented Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

11 Days Highlights of the Northern Circuit

DAY 3

Lake Manyara to Serengeti National Park – Drive via Ngorongoro

Drive via the Ngorongoro Highlands to Central Serengeti, enjoying game drives en route. Witness endless plains filled with wildebeests, lions, elephants, and predators in their natural setting.


Accommodation: Tukaone Serengeti Camp
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Serengeti National Park Safari Tours

DAY 4

Full-Day Serengeti Game Drive – Wildebeest & Predator Hotspots

Explore Serengeti’s wildlife-rich plains, following wildebeest migration patterns and seeking out lions, leopards, cheetahs, and elephants. Your guide will maximize sightings by staying in contact with nearby vehicles.


Accommodation: Tukaone Serengeti Camp
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

DAY 5

Serengeti to Ngorongoro Crater Rim – Olduvai Gorge Visit

Morning game drive in Serengeti before heading to the Ngorongoro Crater. Stop at Olduvai Gorge, a key archaeological site. Arrive at the crater rim by sunset.


Accommodation: Ngorongoro Wild Camp
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

DAY 6

Ngorongoro Crater Safari – Transfer to Tarangire National Park

Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater, home to the Big Five. After a picnic lunch on the crater floor, head to Tarangire National Park for an overnight stay.


Accommodation: Tarangire Simba Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Ngorongoro Conservation Area

DAY 7

Tarangire Game Drive – Transfer to Babati Town

Explore Tarangire’s elephant herds, baobab trees, and predators. In the afternoon, transfer to Babati Town for a short evening hippo-viewing walk at Lake Babati.


Accommodation: Local hotel in Babati
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

2 Days Tarangire National Park & Ngorongoro Crater

DAY 8

Babati to Dodoma via Kondoa Rock Art Site

Visit the Kondoa Rock Paintings, UNESCO-listed prehistoric art, en route to Dodoma, Tanzania’s capital city. Overnight at a central hotel.


Accommodation: Royal Village Hotel
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Ruaha National Park

DAY 9

Dodoma to Iringa – Continue to Ruaha National Park

Travel to Iringa, a charming colonial-era town, and continue to Ruaha National Park—Tanzania’s largest and most untouched reserve.


Accommodation: Ruaha Hilltop Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

7 Nights Katavi & Ruaha

DAY 10-11

Ruaha National Park Safari – Walking & Game Drives

Spend two full days exploring Ruaha’s rugged landscapes, lions, wild dogs, and elephant herds. Enjoy both walking safaris and vehicle game drives.


Accommodation: Ruaha Hilltop Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

3 Days 2 night Mdonya Old River Camp

DAY 12

Ruaha to Udzungwa Mountains via Isimila Stone Age Site

Visit Isimila archaeological site en route to Udzungwa Mountains National Park, a unique rainforest ecosystem.


Accommodation: Udzungwa Forest Camp
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

19 Days Northern & Southern Tanzania

DAY 13

Udzungwa Hiking – Sanje Waterfalls & Colobus Monkeys

Hike to Sanje Waterfalls while spotting endemic Udzungwa Red Colobus monkeys. Picnic in the forest with panoramic views.


Accommodation: Udzungwa Forest Camp
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

6 Days Selous-Mikumi-Udzungwa

DAY 14-15

Mikumi National Park Safari – Plains Game & Predators

Short transfer to Mikumi National Park. Explore its open floodplains, lions, wild dogs, giraffes, and zebras over two days of game drives.


Accommodation: Camp Bastian Mikumi
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

11 Days Southern Tanzania Camping Safaris

DAY 16

Mikumi to Selous Game Reserve – Wildest Safari Drive

Drive to Selous (now Nyerere National Park) through remote wilderness, villages, and the Uluguru Mountains. Arrive by evening.


Accommodation: Nyerere Tented Camp
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

DAY 17-18

Selous Game Drives, Boat Safari & Walking Safari

Enjoy boat safaris on Rufiji River, walking safaris, and full-day game drives. Selous is famous for wild dogs, elephants, and crocodile-filled rivers.


Accommodation: Nyerere Tented Camp
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

DAY 19

Selous to Dar es Salaam – End of Safari

Drive back to Dar es Salaam via Kibiti, arriving by late afternoon. Drop-off at your hotel or airport for onward travel.


Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

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