Tanzania's Northern Circuit is the most popular safari route in East Africa, connecting the Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater, Tarangire, and Lake Manyara into a single breathtaking journey through iconic landscapes and unmatched wildlife density.
“Starting from Arusha, the gateway city, the Northern Circuit loops through diverse ecosystems — from the elephant-dotted woodlands of Tarangire to the flamingo-lined shores of Lake Manyara, up to the volcanic rim of Ngorongoro, and into the endless plains of the Serengeti. Most safaris cover the circuit in 5 to 10 days.”
Circuit Highlights
01Great Migration crossing the Serengeti plains
02Ngorongoro Crater floor — 25,000 large animals in 260 sq km
03Tarangire's massive elephant herds and ancient baobabs
04Lake Manyara's tree-climbing lions and flamingos
05Olduvai Gorge archaeological site
06Empakaai Crater trek