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11-Day Serengeti & Ngorongoro Adventure
Complete Northern Circuit

11 Days / 10 NightsDuration
Complete Northern CircuitRoute
Any DateDeparture
All InclusiveMeals & Drives

Safari Overview

The 11-Day Serengeti & Ngorongoro Adventure covers Tanzania's complete northern circuit in comprehensive style. Beginning in Tarangire and Lake Manyara before ascending to the Serengeti, this itinerary then explores both the Central and Northern Serengeti for maximum wildlife variety before culminating in the Ngorongoro Crater. Expert Jolita guides ensure every game drive delivers extraordinary moments.

๐Ÿฆ Big Five
๐Ÿ† Leopards
๐Ÿฆ Lion Prides
๐ŸŒ Full Circuit
๐Ÿ”๏ธ Crater Rim
๐ŸŒ… Sunrise Drives

Day-by-Day Itinerary

01Day
Arrival Arusha
Safari Begins
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Arrive KIA, transferred to Arusha for welcome dinner and briefing with your expert Jolita Safari guide.

  • Airport transfer
  • Welcome dinner
  • Safari briefing and route overview
๐Ÿจ
Arusha Coffee Lodge
Luxury Lodge ยท Arusha
View Lodge โ†—
02Day
Tarangire
Elephant Kingdom
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Full day in Tarangire among ancient baobabs and the largest elephant herds in northern Tanzania.

  • Full day game drive
  • Baobab forest game drive
  • Tarangire River elephant watching
  • Lion and leopard search
๐Ÿจ
Tarangire Sopa Lodge
Safari Lodge ยท Tarangire
View Lodge โ†—
03Day
Lake Manyara
Tree Lions
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Full day Lake Manyara game drive featuring the park's famous tree-climbing lions and alkaline lake flamingos.

  • Full day game drive
  • Tree-climbing lion search
  • Flamingo photography at lake shores
  • Groundwater forest exploration
๐Ÿจ
Lake Manyara Serena Lodge
Lodge ยท Lake Manyara
View Lodge โ†—
04Day
Serengeti Entry
Golden Plains
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Drive into the Serengeti through the scenic Ngorongoro Highlands with a late afternoon game drive in Seronera Valley.

  • Scenic highlands drive
  • Entry into the Serengeti
  • Afternoon game drive
  • Sunset on the open plains
๐Ÿจ
Serengeti Sopa Lodge
Safari Lodge ยท Serengeti
View Lodge โ†—
05Day
Central Serengeti
Seronera Predators
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Full day in Seronera Valley โ€” the epicentre of Serengeti predator activity year-round.

  • Sunrise game drive
  • Cheetah and lion tracking
  • Seronera hippo pool visit
  • Sundowners on the plains
๐Ÿจ
Serengeti Sopa Lodge
Safari Lodge ยท Serengeti
View Lodge โ†—
06Day
Northern Serengeti
Mara Majesty
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Drive to the dramatic northern Serengeti and the famous Mara River zone for lion and crossing activity.

  • Drive to Northern Serengeti
  • Mara River game drive
  • Lion pride territories
  • Leopard in riverine forest
๐Ÿจ
Lamai Serengeti
Luxury Lodge ยท North Serengeti
View Lodge โ†—
07Day
Northern Serengeti Day 2
Wild & Remote
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Second full day in the North โ€” the most untouched and dramatic part of the Serengeti ecosystem.

  • Full day game drives
  • Remote zone exploration
  • Bush lunch on open plains
  • Star-gazing night
๐Ÿจ
Lamai Serengeti
Luxury Lodge ยท North Serengeti
View Lodge โ†—
08Day
Central Serengeti Return
Cheetah Plains
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Return to Central Serengeti focusing on cheetah activity and open plain wildlife photography.

  • Morning drive back to Central Serengeti
  • Cheetah family sightings
  • Photography positions at golden hour
  • Sundowner in the Seronera area
๐Ÿจ
Serengeti Migration Camp
Luxury Camp ยท Serengeti
View Lodge โ†—
09Day
Ngorongoro Highlands Drive
Crater Rim
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Drive from Serengeti across the Ngorongoro Highlands to the crater rim, arriving for a spectacular sunset.

  • Scenic highlands drive
  • Crater rim sunset viewing
  • Guided rim walk option
  • Gourmet dinner
๐Ÿจ
Ngorongoro Serena Lodge
Lodge ยท Crater Rim
View Lodge โ†—
10Day
Ngorongoro Crater Floor
Final Big Five Day
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Full day on the Ngorongoro Crater floor targeting all Big Five and the legendary black rhino.

  • Full crater descent
  • All Big Five search
  • Flamingos on Lake Magadi
  • Hippo pool visit
๐Ÿจ
Ngorongoro Serena Lodge
Lodge ยท Crater Rim
View Lodge โ†—
11Day
Departure
Until Next Time
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Final breakfast and drive to Arusha for airport transfer. Tanzania will live in your heart forever.

  • Final breakfast
  • Drive to Arusha
  • Airport transfer
  • Farewell from Jolita team

What's Included & Excluded

โœ“ Included

All park entrance and conservation fees
All accommodation as per itinerary
Full board meals throughout (breakfast, lunch & dinner)
All game drives in a private 4ร—4 Land Cruiser with roof hatch
English-speaking TANAPA-certified professional guide
Airport transfers (arrival and departure)
Bottled water during all game drives
All government taxes and service charges
Flying Doctors emergency evacuation cover
24/7 Jolita Safari support hotline

โœ— Not Included

International flights to/from Tanzania
Tanzania visa fees (approx. USD 50)
Travel insurance (strongly recommended)
Optional activities (hot air balloon safari, etc.)
Alcoholic beverages and soft drinks at lodges
Personal items, laundry and souvenirs
Tips and gratuities for guides and camp staff
Any personal expenses

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Quick Facts

Duration11 Days / 10 Nights
ParksTarangire ยท Manyara ยท Serengeti (N+C) ยท Ngorongoro
MealsFull Board (B,L,D)
Group Size2โ€“6 per vehicle
DepartureAny day, year-round
Serengeti ZonesCentral + Northern