Private safari
5-Day Tanzania Northern Circuit Safari
Tarangire, Serengeti, seasonal Ndutu and the Ngorongoro Crater.
5 days Northern Tanzania Best · Year-round · Ndutu Dec – Mar Private departureFrom $1,934 per person
What this journey holds.
A heartwarming journey through Tanzania's classic northern circuit, where each day brings a new landscape and wildlife moment, from Tarangire's gentle giants to the Serengeti's endless horizons, the seasonal Ndutu calving grounds and the breathtaking Ngorongoro Crater.
- Group size
- Private departure, 2–6 guests
- Vehicle
- Custom 4×4 Land Cruiser, pop-up roof
- Guide
- Licensed English-speaking driver-guide
- Pace
- Moderate, with early starts and unhurried sightings
- Fitness
- Easy; no walking required
- Start / end
- Kilimanjaro (JRO) or Arusha (ARK)
Three that we build the days around.
Tarangire elephant herds among ancient baobabs
Big cats across the central Serengeti
Ndutu calving plains from late December to March
A rhythm, not a rigid schedule.
Every day bends around the animals, the light, and how you like to travel. This is our starting shape.
- 01Tarangire · Among giants and baobabs
Golden savanna, elephant herds in the river valleys, lions, giraffe, zebra and abundant birdlife. Overnight Africa Safari Manyara Escarpment.
- 02Serengeti & seasonal Ndutu
Into the endless plains for lions, leopards, cheetahs and grazing herds; Ndutu calving grounds from late December to March. Overnight Africa Safari Ngorongoro Ndutu.
- 03Serengeti · a deeper day
A full day through valleys, kopjes and open grasslands in search of big cats and large herds.
- 04Ngorongoro Crater
A natural amphitheatre of lions, elephants, buffalo, hippos and black rhino, then on to the highlands. Overnight Africa Safari Karatu.
- 05Return to Arusha
A scenic drive back through highland scenery and Maasai communities.
Nothing on the day of the shoot but the shoot itself.
- Private 4×4 safari vehicle with professional guide
- Comfortable safari accommodation as listed
- All park and conservation fees
- Full-board dining on safari
- Return transfer to Arusha
Not included
- International flights and visa fees
- Travel and medical insurance
- Alcoholic and premium beverages
- Optional activities (balloon safari, walking safari, cultural visits)
- Tips for your guide and lodge staff
- Personal items, laundry and telephone charges
Tanzania, month by month.
This journey runs year-round · ndutu dec – mar. Here is how the year reads across the northern circuit.
Jan
Calving season in Ndutu
Feb
Peak calving, predator action
Mar
Green season, fewer vehicles
Apr
Long rains, lush and quiet
May
Rains ease, low season value
Jun
Dry season opens, herds move north
Jul
River crossings begin
Aug
Peak crossings, prime game viewing
Sep
Dry, concentrated wildlife
Oct
Excellent predator sightings
Nov
Short rains, dramatic skies
Dec
Herds return south to Ndutu
Frames from recent departures.
Classic
The great northern Tanzania circuit, done properly, without cutting the corners that matter.
Explore this styleThe classical Serengeti, Ngorongoro, Tarangire and Manyara circuit - planned by people who know it in every season. Mid-range or luxury tented lodging, private vehicle, and a guide who trained under our team.
- Private 4×4 Land Cruiser & guide
- Mid-range or luxury tented camps
- All park & conservation fees
- Full board + soft drinks
- Airport meet & greet
Guest voices
“Our guide gave us the two most extraordinary weeks of our lives. Every morning was thought through - the light, the position, the story. We came home with photographs we'll frame for the rest of our lives.”
Anna & Peter Halvorsen · Oslo · Great Migration, 2025
From first note to first game drive.
Four steps, no pressure, and a human on the other end of every message.
01
Tell us your dates
Share travel dates, group size and what you most want to see. We reply within 24 hours.
02
We shape the route
A tailored itinerary with camp options at three price points, and honest advice on season and pacing.
03
Confirm and prepare
A 30% deposit secures camps and park permits. We send packing, camera and health notes.
04
Arrive and travel
Met at the airport, driven by your own guide, supported on the ground for the whole journey.
Before you ask.
- How many people share a vehicle?
- Every departure is private. Your party has the whole 4×4 to itself with a guaranteed window seat and pop-up roof for each guest.
- Can this itinerary be customised?
- Yes. Every route here is a starting shape. We regularly extend nights, swap camps, add Zanzibar or restructure days around photography light.
- What does the price depend on?
- Season, group size and camp category. The quoted rate is a per-person guide for two travellers sharing in mid-season; we confirm exact pricing with your dates.
- What is the payment schedule?
- A 30% deposit confirms the booking, with the balance due 45 days before arrival. Bank transfer and card payments are both accepted.
- Is it suitable for children or older travellers?
- Yes. We adjust drive lengths, road transfers and lodge choices to suit families and to keep travel comfortable at any age.
- What should I pack for photography?
- A long lens (400mm+), a wide zoom, spare cards and batteries. We supply bean bags in every vehicle and can arrange charging in the field.
