7 Day Private Adventure Camping Safari in Tanzania
Northern Circuit Safari Tour in Tanzania
Traverse a variety of habitats at these prominent parks, reserves, and protected areas in this safari. Get a chance to witness the Great Annual Migration of wildebeest and zebra and also other animals such as giraffes, elands, buffaloes, lions, leopards, Thompson's gazelles, and more.
Key information
- Group and private safari possible, rates will vary depending on this
- Minimum group size: 2 persons
- Children policy: Children from twelve years old are allowed to join
- Starting and ending point: Arusha
- Languages: English, Spanish, German, Danish, and Italian (Chinese and Japanese at extra cost)
- Park fees are included
Highlights
- Daily game drives
- See the Big Five, wildebeest, giraffe, and more
- Explore Tarangire, Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater, and Lake Manyara
- This organizer is certified by their national tourism board
- Transportation in 4WD with pop-up roof
- Daily breakfast, lunch, and dinner
- 6 nights camping accommodation
- Airport transfers
Skill level
- Beginner
Styles
Accommodation
During this safari, you will be staying in the following accommodations:
Comfort Eland Hotel (1 night)
Comfort Eland Hotel is nestled in the heart of Arusha at Mianzini area. They are a contemporary business and luxury hotel and they are approximately 8.6 km to Arusha airport via Namanga road and 49.4 km to Kilimanjaro international airport via Moshi Arusha road.
Panorama Camp (1 night)
At Panorama Safari Camp, you can have a rest in their exotic beehive-shaped bungalows called African igloos or in permanent tents that are also equipped with convenient beds. They also provide space in case you arrive with your own tent or camper van.
The terrace offers breathtaking views of Lake Manyara and Mto wa Mbu village. From the height of 1240 meters, you can observe special birds, monkeys, butterflies, bugs, and, if you are lucky, a walking chameleon across the garden. The restaurant offers authentic African food made of high quality meat and fresh vegetables.
- Accommodation level: Budget
Facilities
- Restaurant
Seronera Campsite (2 nights)
The public campsites which are collectively called Seronera Campsite are located in the Central Serengeti area known as the Seronera. Seronera Campsite is one of the most famed campsites in Tanzania for animal encounters. Animals will pass through the campsite at night on their nocturnal wanderings. This campsite is guarded. Tents have mats, and bathrooms are outside the tent.
- Accommodation level: Budget
Facilities
- Bathrooms
- Eating area
- Hot showers
- Solar-powered 220V electricity
Simba Campsite (1 night)
Simba Campsite lies on the very rim of Ngorongoro Crater and has an excellent view across the caldera. A fantastic sunrise over the crater rim makes a fine breakfast scene. Often, there are elephants wandering around the camp. This campsite is guarded.
Tents have mats, and bathrooms are outside the tent. Facilities at Simba Campsite are basic, but this is more than made up for by the atmosphere of this camp in the clouds.
- Accommodation level: Budget
Facilities
- Eating area
- Hot water showers
- 220V generator power in the evening
Migombani Camp (1 night)
Migombani Camp is located in the Great Rift Valley and is central to many beautiful national parks. With the picturesque Lake Manyara at your doorstep, the campsite is the closest accommodation to the entrance of Lake Manyara National Park.
Enjoy the lush green gardens where privacy and tranquility are paramount. Be blown away by the spectacular views and see if you can spot flamingos in Lake Manyara. Cool off in the swimming pool after an exciting safari. Have a barbecue and enjoy your beer, wine, or other refreshing drink in the lounge area, while the sun goes down. And finally, end your day delightfully under the sparkling stars with the warmth of the campfire.
Migombani Camp offers a unique mix of comfort and adventure. A place where you can enjoy modern facilities such as hot showers, a spacious kitchen area, cozy lounge, and free Wi-Fi.
The site is spaciously designed, fully equipped, and safe with 24 hours security available. Choose your favorite spot to put up your tent and enjoy the undisturbed views from the privacy of your canvas.
There are hot showers, clean flushing toilets, and fresh water, thanks to the nearby river. Also, a large, modern kitchen area is at your disposal. Suddenly washing dishes is not so bad anymore thanks to this sensational view.
For those who do not have, or want to bring, their own camping equipment, Migombani offers furnished safari tents, as well. The spacious tents are equipped with comfortable beds and crispy bed linen.
The stunning main area has a restaurant, bar, and lounge. Cool drinks, snacks, and simple meals are being served here. And after a long day on safari, there is nothing better than to take a refreshing dip in the infinity pool overlooking Lake Manyara and the valley.
- Accommodation: Budget
Facilities
- Bar and restaurant with incredible view over the lake
- Flush toilets
- Furnished safari tents
- Free Wi-Fi
- Infinity swimming pool
- Lounge area
- Outdoor kitchen
- Solar hot shower
- Spacious campsite
- 24-hour security
Program
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival at Arusha
- Meet on arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) and transfer to Arusha Town to your booked hotel on bed and breakfast basis.
- Distance: 50 kilometers / 1-hour drive
- Accommodation: Comfort Eland Hotel
Day 2: Arusha to Tarangire National Park
On this trip, you will be picked up from your hotel at 8 a.m. and transfer to Tarangire National Park. Particularly large numbers of elephant herds congregate here, as do many wildebeest and zebra. There are also substantial populations of impala, giraffe, eland and buffalo. Thompson's gazelle, Coke's hartebeest, boors reedbuck and both greater and lesser kudu are found here.
The localized and unusual gerenuk and fringe-eared oryx also occur here, though through experience, they are seen exceedingly rarely. There are still thought to be a few black rhino in the park.
- Distance: 130 kilometers / 2-hour drive
- Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
- Accommodation: Panorama Camp
Day 3 - 4: Tarangire National Park to Serengeti National Park
After breakfast, depart for Serengeti National Park via the beautiful high lying farmland of Karatu and the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Leaving the highlands behind, you will descend into the heart of wild Africa - the Serengeti National Park-with its endless plain, rolling into the distance as far as the eye can see.
Then heard to the central park area, known as the Seronera area, one of the richest wildlife habitats in the park, featuring the Seronera River, which provides a valuable water sources to this area and therefore attracts wildlife well representative of most of the Serengeti‘s species. Arrival in time for lunch and enjoy an afternoon game drive in Serengeti.
- Distance: 120 kilometers / 2-hour drive
- Meal: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
- Accommodation: Seronera Campsite
Day 5: Serengeti National Park to Ngorongoro Conservation Area
Late afternoon, you will drive to Ngorongoro Crater via Maasai boma for cultural exchange.
- Distance: 1-hour drive
- Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
- Accommodation: Simba Campsite
Day 6: Ngorongoro Conservation Area
Early in the morning, descend over 600 meters into the crater. The crater is the world’s largest unbroken caldera which hosts varieties of animals includes, black rhino, elephant, hippos, lions, flamingo, and so many other.
NCA was established in 1959 by the NCA Ordinance No 413 of 1959 as a multiple land use area designated to promote the conservation of natural resources, safeguard the interests of NCA indigenous residents and promote tourism. NCA is a unique protected area in the whole of Africa where conservation of natural resources in integrated with human development.
- Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
- Accommodation: Migombani Camp
Day 7: Lake Manyara National Park to Arusha
After breakfast, you will have a half day game drive in Lake Manyara National Park. Lake Manyara has a big number of elephants, so many giraffes; zebras, wildebeest, impala, waterbuck, and warthog, small known shy Kik’s dik dik as well as Klipspringer along the ramps of the escarpment.
Leopards are hosted within the broken forests and escarpment, healthy lions that are widely known for their tree climbing pranks. This used to be a special character of the park which is not the case today. Regarded as Africa’s largest, huge herds of baboons are expected by most of the travelers.
In the afternoon, you will have a walking safari / biking tour depend on your preference around the Mto Wa Mbu area also through the Great Rift Valley, also get to visit the locals hand crafts, local brewers, local market and associate of the local culture. Late in the afternoon, drive back to your hotel or drop off at the airport.
- Distance: 20 kilometers / 30 minutes' drive
- Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Location
The world-renowned parks in the north, around the Serengeti, rightfully earn their fame and especially if you are there to witness the herds of the Great Migration or take a balloon or riding safari across the plains. The escarpment of the Great Rift Valley creates a dramatic volcanic landscape, and some of the most fertile grazing grounds on earth; thus this is home to the largest herds on the planet, and the highest concentration of predators in Africa.
The Ngorongoro Crater is reliably rewarding for wildlife action, although it gets crowded and for this reason Africa Royal Trekking recommends a brief visit, but the wider conservation area is fascinating and very worthwhile as a cultural and historical experience.
This is the land of the Maasai tribe, who are allowed to live and farm within the Ngorongoro Conservation Area in as traditional a manner as is possible for nomadic tribes in the modern world. It is also the site of Olduvai Gorge, where Professor Leakey discovered the earliest known footprints of hominid man. This region is best combined with other northern Tanzanian parks, in a diverse itinerary.
These days all the camps and lodges are linked with a network of bush airstrips.
Food
During this safari, your daily breakfast, lunch, and dinner are included in the price. You will also be provided with 2 litres of mineral water a day.
The following meals are included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Drinks
The following drinks are included:
- Water
- Coffee
- Detox juices
The following dietary requirement(s) are served and/or catered for:
- Regular (typically includes meat and fish)
Things to do (optional)
- Maasai Boma Visit - 50 USD per person
What's included
- Two-way airport transfers
- 6 nights accommodation
- 14 game drives
- Transport in 4WD with pop-up roof
- 3 meals a day
- 2 liters of mineral water a day
- Services of local guides
- All park entry fees
- Ngorongoro Crater service fees
- 18% VAT
- Concession fees
What's not included
- International visas
- Tips
- Local flights
- Liquors
- Maasai Boma fees
How to get there
Recommended Airports
Kilimanjaro International Airport
44 km
Transfer included
On arrival, the representatives will pick you up at the airport and transfer you to your Arusha hotel.
Cancellation Policy
- A reservation requires a deposit of 30% of the total price.
- The deposit is non-refundable, if the booking is cancelled.
- The rest of the payment should be paid on arrival.
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