A 10-day northern-circuit adventure: horse riding in Arusha, Tarangire, Lake Eyasi culture, Lake Natron, Northern and Central Serengeti, and Ngorongoro Crater.
Destinations: Tarangire National Park · Serengeti National Park · Ngorongoro Conservation Area
What's included
- Airport pick-up and drop-off (JRO / ARK)
- Professional English-speaking safari guide
- Private 4x4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof
- Park and conservation fees as per itinerary
- Accommodation as listed (or similar)
- Meals as indicated on each day
- Bottled drinking water on game drives
What's not included
- International and domestic flights
- Tanzania visa and travel insurance
- Tips and gratuities
- Alcoholic drinks and personal expenses
- Optional activities not listed
Itinerary
Day 1: Horse Riding in Arusha
Welcome at the airport and transfer to Arusha. After settling in, enjoy a horse-riding experience through countryside around Arusha, tailored to your level. Dinner and overnight at your Arusha hotel.
Day 2: Arusha to Tarangire National Park
Game drive in Tarangire among baobabs, elephants and the riverine woodland. Picnic lunch, afternoon safari, then drive to Mto wa Mbu near Lake Manyara for overnight.
Day 3: Lake Eyasi
Visit a Hadzabe community to learn about hunter-gatherer life, then meet the Datoga people and their crafts. Relax at your lodge or camp on the Rift Valley floor.
Day 4: Lake Eyasi to Lake Natron
Travel through rural landscapes to Lake Natron. Guided walk around the alkaline lake and birdlife (flamingos when conditions suit), optional waterfall visit, dinner under the African sky.
Day 5: Lake Natron to Northern Serengeti
Remote transfer from the Rift Valley into Northern Serengeti. Afternoon game drive toward the Mara River area — wildebeest and zebra in season, plus resident lions, elephants and giraffe.
Day 6: Full-Day Northern Serengeti Safari
Full-day game drive with picnic lunch around the northern plains and Mara River. Crossings are seasonal and never guaranteed; your guide follows the latest wildlife movements.
Day 7: Northern Serengeti to Central Serengeti
Game-drive transfer south toward the Seronera Valley. Afternoon wildlife in Central Serengeti before arriving at your lodge or camp.
Day 8: Full-Day Central Serengeti Safari
Seronera is one of Tanzania’s best year-round wildlife areas. Search for lion, leopard, cheetah, elephant and plains game. Picnic lunch; return for dinner.
Day 9: Central Serengeti to Ngorongoro Highlands
Final morning game drive leaving the Serengeti, then highland scenery into the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Overnight at a crater-rim or Karatu-area lodge.
Day 10: Ngorongoro Crater & Departure
Early descent into Ngorongoro Crater for a final game drive and picnic lunch. Chance of black rhino. Ascend and transfer to JRO or Arusha Airport.
Frequently asked questions
How much does the 10-Day Tanzania Lifetime Safari cost?
The 10-Day Tanzania Lifetime Safari starts from $4,850 USD per person. The final price depends on your travel dates, group size and the options you choose, so send us a request for a free quote and we reply on WhatsApp at +255 695 108 009.
How long is the 10-Day Tanzania Lifetime Safari?
It is a 10-day safari with 9 nights, visiting Tarangire National Park, Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Conservation Area.
What accommodation is used on the 10-Day Tanzania Lifetime Safari?
Nights on this safari are in mid-range lodges and tented camps, in the areas listed day by day in the itinerary.
What is included in the 10-Day Tanzania Lifetime Safari?
Included: Airport pick-up and drop-off (JRO / ARK); Professional English-speaking safari guide; Private 4x4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof; Park and conservation fees as per itinerary; Accommodation as listed (or similar); Meals as indicated on each day; Bottled drinking water on game drives.
What is not included in the 10-Day Tanzania Lifetime Safari?
Not included: International and domestic flights; Tanzania visa and travel insurance; Tips and gratuities; Alcoholic drinks and personal expenses; Optional activities not listed.
What is the day-by-day itinerary of the 10-Day Tanzania Lifetime Safari?
Day 1: Horse Riding in Arusha. Day 2: Arusha to Tarangire National Park. Day 3: Lake Eyasi. Day 4: Lake Eyasi to Lake Natron. Day 5: Lake Natron to Northern Serengeti. Day 6: Full-Day Northern Serengeti Safari. Day 7: Northern Serengeti to Central Serengeti. Day 8: Full-Day Central Serengeti Safari. Day 9: Central Serengeti to Ngorongoro Highlands. Day 10: Ngorongoro Crater & Departure.
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