Tour Features

Embark on the ultimate East African journey with this meticulously crafted 9-day premium safari through Tanzania’s world-renowned Northern Circuit. Tailored specifically for families and small groups, this itinerary balances iconic, action-packed game viewing with exclusive comfort. Your journey begins with a seamless arrival at Kilimanjaro, leading you through the bird watcher's paradise of Lake Manyara and down into the majestic Ngorongoro Crater—a vibrant, self-contained ecosystem home to the rare black rhino. From there, you will journey deep into the endless plains of the Serengeti National Park. You will spend multiple days chasing the thrilling, dramatic spectacle of the Great Migration and tracking majestic big cats, before concluding your adventure amidst the giant baobab trees and massive elephant herds of Tarangire National Park. Staying in a handpicked blend of luxury tented camps and premium lodges, your family will experience the untamed wild without compromising on comfort.

Luxury tourThis luxury tour includes high-end lodges and premium accommodations.
Can be customizedYou can request minor changes to the accommodations and destinations of this tour.
Private tourThis tour will be organized exclusively for you and won't be shared with others.
Solo travel availableSolo travelers can book this tour.
Can start any dayIf availability permits, this tour can start on any day.
No minimum ageThere is no minimum age for this tour.
TransportationThis tour uses: Pop-up roof 4x4.

Route & Activities

Activities Included

Big FiveWildlifeBird Watching4x4 Safari

Accommodation & Meals

Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost

Day Accommodation Meals
1
Luxury Accommodation
Lunch, Dinner Included
2
Octagon Lodge
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Included with Drinks
3
Moyo Tented Camp
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Included
4-9
Luxury Accommodation
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Included
  • A transfer from the airport can be arranged for an extra cost.
  • Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.
  • Day 1 - Arrival at Kilimanjaro Airport

    You will be met by a professional representative from our agency and your driver-guide at

    Kilimanjaro International Airport. After a short briefing regarding your upcoming journey, you will

    be transferred to your lodge for a relaxing evening, dinner, and overnight stay.

    Main Destination: Kibale National Park

    Meals & Drinks: Lunch, Dinner Included

  • Day 2 - Lake Manyara National Park

    An early start after breakfast, carrying a gourmet packed lunch to spend the day at Lake Manyara

    National Park. This impressive park is one of Tanzania’s most spectacular wildlife reserves, boasting

    serene beauty and famous tree-climbing lions, elephants, and hippos. The alkaline lake is also home

    to thousands of flamingos during specific seasons.

    Main Destination: Lake Manyara National Park

    Accommodation: Octagon Lodge

    Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Included with Drinks

  • Day 3 - Ngorongoro Crater to Central Serengeti

    Early in the morning, descend into the magnificent Ngorongoro Crater for an immersive safari with a

    picnic lunch. As the largest unbroken volcanic caldera in the world, it holds over 30,000 animals,

    including Tanzania's rare black rhinos. Later in the afternoon, travel onward into the vast plains of

    the Serengeti.

    Main Destination: Ngorongoro Crater

    Accommodation: Moyo Tented Camp

    Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Included

  • Day 4 - Central Serengeti to Northern Serengeti

    Depart from the Seronera region (Central Serengeti) after breakfast, enjoying a scenic game drive

    towards the remote Northern Serengeti. This region is world-renowned for hosting the theatrical

    Great Migration herds during this period. Arrive in the afternoon for a short, targeted game drive.

    Main Destination: Serengeti National Park

    Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Included

  • Day 5 - Northern Serengeti & Mara River Crossing

    A full day dedicated to following the Great Migration along the iconic Mara River. Position yourself

    strategically to witness the breathtaking and dramatic spectacle of thousands of wildebeests and

    zebras fording the crocodile-infested waters. A picnic lunch will be served in the wild.

    Main Destination: Serengeti National Park

    Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Dinner Included

  • Day 6 - Full Day Serengeti Exploration

    Embark on morning and afternoon game drives through the heart of the Serengeti. Your expert guide

    will pick the most active wildlife viewing spots based on current seasonal herd movements. Spend

    time observing the majestic hippo pools and the high concentration of big cats trailing the migration.

    Main Destination: Serengeti National Park

    Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Included

  • Day 7 - Serengeti to Ngorongoro Conservation Area

    Following breakfast, enjoy a morning game drive out of the Serengeti plains as you cross back into the

    scenic volcanic highlands of the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Take in spectacular wilderness

    panoramas along the way with a packed picnic lunch before heading to your luxury tented camp.

    Main Destination: Ngorongoro Crater

    Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Included

  • Day 8 - Tarangire National Park Safari

    Embark on an extensive full-day exploration of Tarangire National Park, celebrated for its massive

    elephant herds and iconic giant African Baobab trees. The park’s life-giving Tarangire River serves as

    an intense magnet for migratory wildlife. After your game drives, transition to your exclusive tented

    retreat on the crater rim ecosystem.

    Main Destination: Tarangire National Park

    Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch Included

  • Day 9 - Departure to Kilimanjaro International Airport

    Enjoy a final breakfast in the camp, package your belongings, and prepare for check-out. Your private

    4x4 safari vehicle will provide a smooth road transfer directly back to Kilimanjaro International

    Airport for your evening drop-off and onward international flight connections.

    Meals & Drinks: Breakfast Included

  • Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
  • A transfer back to the airport can be arranged for an extra cost.

Includes

  • Park fees (for non-residents)
  • All activities mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional)
  • Meals (as specified in the day-by-day description)
  • All accommodation mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional upgrade)
  • A professional driver/guide
  • All transportation mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional)
  • All Taxes/VAT

Excludes

  • International flights (from/to the client's home country)
  • Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
  • Tips: tipping guideline of $6 per person per day for the guide and crew
  • Personal items (souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees and other personal items)
  • Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees

Rates Per Person

Jul 1, 2026 - Aug 31, 2026

Traveler Information
Per person
Solo traveler (1 room)
n/a*

*n/a = not available. This tour is unavailable for solo travelers.

Includes

  • Park fees (for non-residents)
  • All activities mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional)
  • Meals (as specified in the day-by-day description)
  • All accommodation mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional upgrade)
  • A professional driver/guide
  • All transportation mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional)
  • All Taxes/VAT

Excludes

  • International flights (from/to the client's home country)
  • Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
  • Tips: tipping guideline of $6 per person per day for the guide and crew
  • Personal items (souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees and other personal items)
  • Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees

Getting There

Tanzania is a beautiful East African country with neighbours Kenya to the north and Mozambique to the south and the Indian Ocean to the east. It is known for its vibrant culture, wonderful national parks, diverse fauna and flora and of course the great wildebeest migration. If you are planning a safari trip to Tanzania then you should find out all about flights to Tanzania, passport and visa requirements.Tanzania’s main airport is Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR) located 13km/8mi southwest of Dar es Salaam. The latter is the entry point for visitors to the southern parks.Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) is situated 46km/29mi east of Arusha, the gateway of Tanzania’s most popular Northern safari circuit.

This tour starts in Arusha and ends in Arusha, Tanzania

A transfer from and back to the airport is included

Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost

Travel Requirements

  • All foreign visitors need a passport that is valid for at least six months
  • Passports must have a clean and a full visa page for endorsement.
  • When arriving from a yellow-fever-infected country in Africa or the Americas a yellow fever vaccination certificate is required.
  • Citizens of most countries require a visa. A list of countries that don't need a visa is available.
  • Visas are best obtained in advance through an official online visa-application portal (https://eservices.immigration.go.tz/visa/), but they can also be obtained through your local Tanzania Embassy or High Commission.
  • Visas can also be obtained on arrival but this is a lengthy process that can take one to two hours.

Getting There

Tanzania is a beautiful East African country with neighbours Kenya to the north and Mozambique to the south and the Indian Ocean to the east. It is known for its vibrant culture, wonderful national parks, diverse fauna and flora and of course the great wildebeest migration. If you are planning a safari trip to Tanzania then you should find out all about flights to Tanzania, passport and visa requirements.Tanzania’s main airport is Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR) located 13km/8mi southwest of Dar es Salaam. The latter is the entry point for visitors to the southern parks.Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) is situated 46km/29mi east of Arusha, the gateway of Tanzania’s most popular Northern safari circuit.

This tour starts in Arusha and ends in Arusha, Tanzania

A transfer from and back to the airport is included

Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost

Travel Requirements

  • All foreign visitors need a passport that is valid for at least six months
  • Passports must have a clean and a full visa page for endorsement.
  • When arriving from a yellow-fever-infected country in Africa or the Americas a yellow fever vaccination certificate is required.
  • Citizens of most countries require a visa. A list of countries that don't need a visa is available.
  • Visas are best obtained in advance through an official online visa-application portal (https://eservices.immigration.go.tz/visa/), but they can also be obtained through your local Tanzania Embassy or High Commission.
  • Visas can also be obtained on arrival but this is a lengthy process that can take one to two hours.

Offered By

Wildaxis Africa Tours Ltd

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Offices In
Kenya
Size
6-20 employees
Member Of
TRA
Tour Types
Wildlife Safari, Culture Experience
Destinations
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We are a premier East Africa tour company based in Nairobi, Kenya, specializing in unforgettable safari experiences, cultural adventures, and wildlife expeditions across the region. From the iconic Maasai Mara and Amboseli in Kenya to the Serengeti plains of Tanzania, the gorilla forests of Uganda and Rwanda, and the stunning beaches of Zanzibar — we bring East Africa's magic to life.

With a team of passionate, experienced local guides and travel specialists, we design personalized itineraries that cater to every type of traveler — families, couples, solo explorers, and corporate groups. We pride ourselves on exceptional service, deep local knowledge, and a commitment to sustainable, community-driven tourism.

Your East Africa adventure starts here.

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