7-Day Best of the Northern Circuit Safari Expedition

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Overview

This is a memorable and magical adventure that is all-inclusive and happens almost everywhere you look in Tanzania, East Africa’s second-largest country. Our team will delight and surprise you. It’s not uncommon for the top lodges to enrich your safari with unexpected surprises.

Day By Day Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival

Welcome to Tanzania! As soon as you land, a friendly Lehi Tanzania Safaris representative will meet you at the airport and transport you to your accommodation in Arusha. Depending on your arrival time, you’ll have a chance to unwind and get ready for the incredible adventure that awaits you!
Arusha is a vibrant city and a crucial hub for safari experiences in northern Tanzania, making it an essential stop for most travelers. Don’t miss out on this exciting starting point for your unforgettable journey!

Main Destination: Arusha City

  • Budget : Jevas Encole Hotel 
  • Mid-Range : Parrot Hotel
  • Luxury : Mount Meru Hotel

Early in the morning, you will drive to Lake Manyara National Park. Lake Manyara provides the perfect introduction to Tanzania’s birdlife. More than 400 species have been recorded, and even a first-time visitor to Africa can reasonably expect to observe 100 of these in one day.

Inland of the floodplain, a narrow belt of acacia woodland is the favored haunt of Manyara’s legendary tree-climbing lions and impressively tusked elephants. At lunchtime, your driver will set up and prepare a table using the shade of our car, for a full hot meal that includes soup, bread rolls, a main dish and fruit salad, followed by a glass of wine, tea or coffee.

Main Destination: Lake Manyara National Park
  • Budget : Fig Tree Camp 
  • Mid-Range : Ngorongoro Forest Lodge
  • Luxury : Ngorongoro Oldeani Mountain Lodge

Serengeti National Park in Central Seronera is well known for its healthy stock of resident wildlife, particularly the “Big Five”, named for the 5 most prized trophies taken by hunters. The Serengeti is believed to hold the largest population of lions in Africa due in part to the abundance of prey species. More than 3,000 lions live in this ecosystem. The reclusive leopards are commonly seen in the Seronera area.

Enjoy the game drive until lunchtime when your driver will set and prepare the table for a hot meal of soup, bread rolls, the main dish and fruit salad. This will be followed by a glass of wine, tea or coffee. After lunch, your search continues for the big cats and the “Big Five”. In the evening, you’ll drive to the lodge for dinner and your overnight stay.

Main Destination: Serengeti National Park
  • Budget : Serengeti Public Camp 
  • Mid-Range : Friends Serengeti Lodge
  • Luxury : Escarpment Luxury Lodge Serengeti

Prepare for an incredible day in the Serengeti, a wildlife paradise where you’ll witness majestic animals like impalas, buffaloes, and playful hippos. The thrill of spotting predators such as lions, cheetahs, and leopards makes every moment exciting. You can choose between invigorating early morning and late afternoon game drives, or embrace a full day of exploration with a picnic lunch in the heart of the park. Each experience is not just a journey; it’s a chance to create unforgettable memories amidst some of the most breathtaking landscapes on Earth.

The entire day will be immersed in the breathtaking landscapes of Serengeti National Park, where vast savannahs stretch as far as the eye can see, teeming with diverse wildlife and the sounds of nature.

Main Destination: Serengeti National Park
  • Budget : Serengeti Public Camp Camping
  • Mid-Range : Friends Serengeti Lodge
  • Luxury : Escarpment Luxury Lodge Serengeti

The Ngorongoro Conservation Area and the Masai Mara National Reserve across the border in Kenya, protect the greatest and most varied collection of terrestrial wildlife on earth. It is also one of the last great migratory systems still intact. You’ll have breakfast at the lodge followed by a game drive in Serengeti National Park, searching for big cats and the “Big Five”.

In the afternoon, your driver will set up and prepare the table for a hot lunch which includes soup, bread rolls, the main dish and fruit salad, followed by a glass of wine, tea or coffee. Late in the afternoon, drive to the camp in Ngorongoro for dinner and your overnight stay.

Main Destination: Ngorongoro Area
 
  • Budget : Twiga Camping 
  • Mid-Range : Ngorongoro Forest Lodge
  • Luxury : Ngorongoro Oldeani Mountain Lodge

After breakfast, you will depart from the campsite with a picnic lunch and descend into the amazing Ngorongoro Crater. Explore the magnificent world of diversity that lies within, surrounded by the imposing walls that encircle the reserve. It is possible to see all of Africa’s “Big Five” within the crater, among a vast array of other wildlife including hundreds of bird species.

Enjoy a full day in the crater on a game drive. In the evening, you’ll drive to the lodge for dinner and your overnight stay.

The Ngorongoro Crater is the largest unbroken volcanic caldera on earth and is home to Africa’s “Big Five”. Here, you can witness Maasai tribesmen living among wild animals and experience exceptional natural landscapes.

Main Destination: Ngorongoro Crater
 
  • Budget : Fig Tree Camp
  • Mid-Range : Ngorongoro Forest Tented Lodge
  • Luxury : Ngorongoro Oldeani Mountain Lodge

After breakfast at the hotel and a short safari briefing, drive to Tarangire National Park for a full-day game drive in the park.
Tarangire National Park is a lovely, quiet park in Northern Tanzania and is located slightly off the main safari route. It is most famous for its elephant migration, birding and authentic safari atmosphere. The majority of travellers to the region either miss out on Tarangire altogether or venture into the park for only a matter of hours, leaving parts of Tarangire virtually untouched.
Your driver will set and prepare the table for a hot meal of soup, bread rolls, the main dish and fruit salad. Later in the afternoon, drive back to Arusha for a drop-off at the airport.

Main Destination:Tarangire National Park

 

Inclusions & Exclusion

  • Park fees (For non-residents)
  • All activities (Unless labeled as optional)
  • All accommodation (Unless listed as upgrade)
  • A professional driver/guide
  • All transportation (Unless labeled as optional)
  • All Taxes/VAT
  • Roundtrip airport transfer
  • International flights (From/to home)
  • Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
  • Tips (Tipping guideline US$10.00 pp per day)
  • Personal items (Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
  • Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees

7-Day Best of the Northern Circuit Safari Expedition

Budget

2 pax

$1,956 USD*

4 pax

$1,760 USD*

6 pax

$1,590 USD*

Mid-Range

2 pax

$2,450 USD*

4 pax

$2,100 USD*

6 pax

$1,700 USD*

Luxury

2 pax

$3,900 USD*

4 pax

$3,600 USD*

6 pax

$3,200 USD*

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Frequently Ask Questions

What currency should I bring?

We would recommend bringing USD (United States Dollars) with you and withdrawing some Tanzanian Shillings once you arrive. There are ATMs in Arusha/JRO Airport. Most places that you will visit accept USD but it’s always good idea to have local currency.

You will require vaccinations for your trip. All travellers should visit either their personal physician or a travel health clinic about 3 months before departure. Ask your doctor about vaccinations recommended by your government before travelling to Tanzania. Yellow Fever Vaccination is compulsory and to be taken at least 10 days before arriving in Tanzania. The other recommended vaccinations are Tetanus, Polio and, Malaria (prophylaxis).

Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) is approximately 60km (60 min) from Arusha city centre. Kilimanjaro International Airport is the closest International Airport to Arusha.

Arusha Municipal Airport (ARK) is on the outskirts of Arusha but only operates domestic flights (Dar es Salaam, Zanzibar, Serengeti).

Other options include flying to Dar es Salaam and then catching a domestic flight to Kilimanjaro or Arusha. You can also fly to Nairobi (Kenya). International flights to this destination are often cheaper. You can then fly from Nairobi to Kilimanjaro or take a bus from Nairobi Airport to Arusha (approximately 7 hours).

A 30% to 50% deposit will already be taken to reserve your slot. The remaining balance can be paid by using one of the below methods:
  • Cash in USD before the tour start.
  • Pay by card before the tour starts with a 5% card processing fee. (Applicable throughout Tanzania)
  • Pay by bank transfer at least 4 weeks in advance.

Waterproof, windproof, breathable pants and jacket with hood Goretex is excellent. packs (like Camelbaks) also work well, although the hose can freeze on the summit climb. Headlamp with extra batteries You might also consider a backup flashlight in case your headlamp fails.

Kilimanjaro and Safaris Packing List You can hire the required gear on the spot when you arrive in Tanzania.

Should I bring a First aid kit?

There will be basic First Aid Kit in the Safari Vehicle, also we have it for the Kilimanjaro climbing, but still we recommend bringing a personal First Aid Kit. This is a suggested list of supplies: Sun Screen, Antihistamine cream & tablets,

The weather varies greatly, depending on where you are. Whatever time of year you come, please bring some warm clothes! It gets really cold in some places because of the high altitude, especially in June, July and August. It can also get very hot during afternoon. We advise dressing in layers. Typically, the long rains are March, April, and May. The short rains are in November / early December.

It is possible to visit one of several Maasai villages during your safari. However, these villages are close to the main roads and whilst you will meet many Maasai, have a tour around their village and have an opportunity to learn about their culture, some clients have given the feedback that the experience felt a little uncomfortable. It costs $25 per person and during the visit, you will be encouraged to buy some of their jewellery/craft (this is by no means compulsory). It is inevitable that over time, the experience has become less authentic and we are in the process of sourcing alternative options for our clients. You are very welcome to visit, but we wanted to be open and transparent about the kind of experience you can currently expect.

Tipping is highly expected in Tanzania. There is a well- established culture of tipping.

Guides: If you feel you have received good service, a typical tip is U$D 10-15 per person, per day. The guides work extremely long hours and tips supplement their income significantly. Anything you can afford is appreciated.

Tipping in accommodation is also discretionary. Most accommodation will have a tip box in Reception. We would recommend putting something in at the end of your stay, rather than giving individuals money. Depending on the level of service, we recommend $10 per day (for a group of 2).

The crews for one person for Kilimanjaro climbing include:
=> 1 Guide 
=> 1 Chef Cook
=> 1 Waiter
=> 1 Toilet Porters 
=> 4 Supporting Porters