This 6-day Northern Circuit safari is perfect for travelers seeking a full wildlife journey through Tanzania’s top national parks. From the elephant-rich Tarangire to the world-famous Ngorongoro Crater and the endless Serengeti plains, this tour brings you face-to-face with Africa’s most iconic animals.

The highlight of this tour is a sunrise hot air balloon safari over the Serengeti, followed by a champagne bush breakfast—an unforgettable way to see the wild from above.

Day 1: Arrival in Arusha

• Meet and greet at Kilimanjaro International Airport or Arusha Airport

• Transfer to your hotel in Arusha for relaxation and safari briefing

• Dinner and overnight in Arusha

Day 2: Arusha – Tarangire National Park

• Depart after breakfast for Tarangire National Park, known for its massive baobabs and large herds of elephants

• Game drive through the park’s varied landscapes

• Picnic lunch inside the park

• Dinner and overnight at a lodge near Lake Manyara or Karatu

Day 3: Ngorongoro Crater Tour – Serengeti

• Early morning descent into the Ngorongoro Crater, a wildlife haven and UNESCO World Heritage Site

• Spot rhinos, lions, hippos, and more in the lush crater floor

• Afternoon transfer to Serengeti National Park with a game drive en route

• Dinner and overnight in Central Serengeti

Day 4: Serengeti Balloon Safari + Game Drive

• Early wake-up call for your Serengeti Balloon Safari

• Transfer to the launch site, tea/coffee, and safety briefing

• 60-minute sunrise balloon flight with stunning aerial views

• Bush breakfast with champagne in the wild

• Full-day game drive with your private guide in areas like Seronera, Moru Kopjes, or Retina Hippo Pool

• Dinner and overnight in Central Serengeti

Day 5: Serengeti – Karatu

• Morning game drive in Serengeti

• Begin the journey back to Karatu, with optional cultural stops en route

• Relax and enjoy your last evening in Tanzania’s highlands

• Dinner and overnight in Karatu

Day 6: Karatu – Arusha / Departure

• Leisurely breakfast

• Drive back to Arusha with optional stop at local markets or coffee plantation (time permitting)

• Drop-off at your hotel or airport for onward travel

Inclusions:

• All park entry, crater, and concession fees

• Private 4×4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof

• English-speaking professional driver/guide

• 1-Hour Serengeti balloon flight with bush breakfast

• 5 nights’ full-board accommodation in lodges or tented camps

• Drinking water during safari

• Airport transfers (arrival and departure)

• Government taxes

Exclusions:

• International/domestic flights (unless requested)

• Personal travel insurance

• Tips and gratuities

• Optional cultural visits or activities not in the itinerary