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Tanzania

7-Day Tanzania Northern Circuit Classic

A private Tanzania journey with thoughtful pacing, excellent guiding and handpicked stays.

Tanzania 7 days From US$4,290 per person sharing

Overview

A private Tanzania journey with thoughtful pacing, excellent guiding and handpicked stays.

This is a starting point. We refine lodges, flying days and pacing around who is travelling, the season and how you like to spend a safari afternoon.

7-Day Tanzania Northern Circuit Classic

Regions on this safari

This route focuses on Multi-destination. We adjust lodge choice, flight legs and the number of nights in each area to match your season and travel style.

Day by day

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Day 1 Welcome to Tanzania Tanzania

Private guided safari activities.

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Day 2 Tanzania safari discovery Tanzania

Private guided safari activities.

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Day 3 Tanzania safari discovery Tanzania

Private guided safari activities.

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Day 4 Tanzania safari discovery Tanzania

Private guided safari activities.

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Experiences on this safari

  • Full-day game drives on the Serengeti plains
  • Ngorongoro Crater descent
  • Walking safaris in selected areas
  • Hot air balloon over the Serengeti
  • Stone Town and spice tour extensions in Zanzibar

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Pricing

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US$4,290 per person sharing

A guide price for this itinerary. Final proposals reflect dates, lodges, flights and the travellers sharing the safari.

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Practical information

How to get there

International arrivals usually land in Kilimanjaro or Dar es Salaam. Domestic flights connect the northern circuit efficiently; we also use road transfers where the scenery rewards the journey.

Climate

Tanzania’s dry seasons run roughly June to October and December to February. The long rains from March to May bring lush landscapes and fewer vehicles. Coastal Zanzibar stays warm year-round with refreshing sea breezes.

Best time to visit

July to October suits migration-focused routes. January to March can be excellent for calving season in the south. We align camp choice with the herds and your preferred pace.

Information & facts

  • Large lion prides and cheetah on open plains
  • Wildebeest migration herds
  • Elephant in Tarangire and Nyerere
  • Flamingo and waterbirds on crater lakes
  • Chimpanzee in western forest reserves
  • Serengeti and Ngorongoro form one of Africa’s great wildlife theatres
  • Camp location matters as much as park name
  • Beach time in Zanzibar balances long safari days

Included

  • Private guide
  • Accommodation
  • Park fees

Not included

  • International flights
  • Travel insurance
  • Tips

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