Discover Tanzania’s varied landscapes on a Lake Manyara safari Northern Circuit trip with Kilipath African Safaris. This suggested six-day private safari combines Lake Manyara, Tarangire, Serengeti and Ngorongoro, giving you time to explore several parks within one journey.
Starting and finishing in Arusha, we can tailor the itinerary to your travel dates, accommodation preferences and budget.
Why Include Lake Manyara?
Lake Manyara brings a different setting to your safari: groundwater forest, woodland and lakeshore beneath the Great Rift Valley escarpment. Look for elephants, baboons, blue monkeys and waterbirds as your guide introduces you to these changing habitats. The park is also known for tree-climbing lions, although sightings are never guaranteed. Flamingo numbers vary seasonally. Lake Manyara National Park
For travelers who enjoy birds, scenery and forest wildlife, Manyara adds variety to a route that also includes the Serengeti plains.
Suggested Six-Day Safari Itinerary
Day 1: Arusha to Tarangire National Park
Meet your guide and travel to Tarangire for your first game drive. Enjoy a picnic lunch before continuing your wildlife search. Overnight near the park or in the Karatu area, depending on your selected accommodation.
Day 2: Lake Manyara National Park
Spend the day exploring Lake Manyara’s accessible game-drive routes. Pause for wildlife, birdwatching and landscape photography before heading to your accommodation in Karatu.
Day 3: Karatu to Central Serengeti
Travel through the Ngorongoro Conservation Area toward Serengeti National Park. This is a substantial travel day, followed by wildlife viewing as you approach your camp or lodge.
Day 4: Serengeti Exploration
Enjoy a full day dedicated to the Serengeti. Your guide will plan game drives around local conditions and recent wildlife activity, with time for lunch and photography.
Day 5: Serengeti to Ngorongoro Highlands
Take a morning game drive before leaving the Serengeti. Continue toward the Ngorongoro highlands for dinner and an overnight stay.
Day 6: Ngorongoro Crater to Arusha
Descend into the crater for a game drive and picnic lunch before returning to Arusha. Confirm onward flight arrangements with us before booking.
Accommodation and Package Inclusions
Choose camping, mid-range lodges or higher-category tented camps. Your written quotation will identify the proposed properties, room arrangements and meal plan.
The proposed package includes:
- Private safari vehicle with a pop-up roof.
- English-speaking driver-guide.
- Accommodation and meals specified in your itinerary.
- Park entry and conservation fees for the agreed route.
- Ngorongoro Crater service fee.
- Drinking water during the safari.
Flights, visas, travel insurance, tips and optional activities are excluded unless specifically included in your quotation. Airport transfers can be added.
How Much Does This Trip Cost?
Your price depends on travel dates, group size, accommodation and the final route. Request a personalized quotation so you can review the total cost and inclusions before paying a deposit.
Book Your Northern Circuit Safari
Send Kilipath African Safaris your preferred dates, number of travelers, children’s ages and approximate budget. We will prepare a Lake Manyara safari Northern Circuit trip with a clear itinerary, accommodation options and booking details.
