Discover the extraordinary wildlife, breathtaking landscapes, and rich cultural heritage of Tanzania’s famed Northern Circuit on this exclusive 4-day luxury safari.

Tailored by Joyful Safaris And Tours, this journey blends intimate game encounters, luxurious lodgings, and expert guiding — offering you an unforgettable glimpse into some of Africa’s most iconic ecosystems: Tarangire National Park, Serengeti National Park, and the Ngorongoro Conservation Area.

Day 1: Arrival & Transfer to Tarangire National Park – “The Elephant Eden”

• Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport, where a Joyful Safaris And Tours representative warmly welcomes you.

• Private transfer to Arusha hotel for briefing and overnight stay.

• Next morning, after breakfast, depart for Tarangire National Park, famed for its elephant herds and baobab trees.

• Game drive: Expect elephants, lions, giraffes, zebras, gazelles, and even elusive cheetahs.

• Bird lovers will be delighted by vibrant species like lilac-breasted rollers.

• Picnic lunch inside the park.

• Continue to Karatu in the Ngorongoro Highlands for an overnight at KilimaMoja Luxury Lodge.

Accommodation: KilimaMoja Luxury Lodge

Day 2: Karatu ➜ Serengeti National Park via Ngorongoro Conservation Area

• Scenic drive through Ngorongoro en route to Serengeti National Park.

• Witness vast plains teeming with wildlife: wildebeest, zebras, lions, leopards, cheetahs, buffalo, and elephants.

• Enjoy thrilling game drives with your expert guide.

• Evening retreat to Four Seasons Safari Lodge, a luxurious sanctuary in Serengeti.

Accommodation: Four Seasons Safari Lodge Serengeti

Day 3: Serengeti Morning Game Drive ➜ Ngorongoro Highlands

• Early morning game drive in Serengeti’s Seronera region, renowned for year-round wildlife.

• Spot lions, elephants, hippos, and perhaps leopards in the riverine forests.

• Visit the Serengeti Visitor Centre (optional).

• Afternoon drive toward Ngorongoro Conservation Area, passing Maasai villages.

• Overnight at Marera Mountain View Lodge near the crater.

Accommodation: Marera Mountain View Lodge

Day 4: Ngorongoro Crater Exploration ➜ Return to Arusha

• Early descent into the Ngorongoro Crater, the world’s largest unbroken volcanic caldera.

• Spot black rhinos, hippos, flamingos, elephants, lions, hyenas, and thousands of grazing herbivores.

• Picnic lunch inside the crater.

• Afternoon return to Arusha.

• End of safari with warm farewells from Joyful Safaris And Tours.

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