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6-Day Northern Circuit Fly-In Safari

Tarangire, Ngorongoro & Serengeti (fly-in)

Overview

6-day journey

The full northern-circuit trio — Tarangire, Ngorongoro Crater and the Serengeti — with the long drives between them replaced by short flights, so more of your six days go to game drives and less to the road.

All three northern-circuit parks in one trip, connected by air
A full day and a half in Tarangire before flying on
A private Ngorongoro Crater descent
Two full days in the Serengeti to close the trip

6 days

Duration

easy

Physical rating

private

Group type

All ages

Minimum age

Day by day

The itinerary

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Arusha to Tarangire National Park

A short road transfer from Arusha into Tarangire — close enough that flying isn't necessary for this leg. Afternoon game drive among Tarangire's famous elephant herds and ancient baobabs.

Full Day, Tarangire National Park

A full day exploring Tarangire's swamps and river system, where dry-season wildlife concentrations rival anywhere in Tanzania. Morning and afternoon game drives.

Tarangire to Ngorongoro Crater

A scenic drive up onto the Ngorongoro highlands (roughly 2.5-3 hours — there is no public airstrip inside the Crater itself). Afternoon at leisure on the crater rim, with sweeping views down into the caldera.

Ngorongoro Crater to Serengeti (fly-in)

An early descent into the Ngorongoro Crater floor for a morning game drive among the roughly 25,000 large mammals living within its walls, then a transfer to Manyara or a nearby airstrip for a short scheduled flight into the Serengeti, arriving in time for an afternoon game drive.

Full Day, Serengeti National Park

A full day of game drives in the Serengeti, timed to the season's wildlife concentrations — migration herds in the north or west, or resident predators around Seronera, depending on when you travel.

Serengeti to Arusha

A final morning game drive, then a scheduled flight back to Arusha, closing out the northern circuit without a single long road transfer day.

Included

One internal flight, Serengeti area to Arusha (plus road transfers for the Tarangire/Ngorongoro legs, where flying isn't practical)
Private 4x4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof throughout
Professional English-speaking driver-guide
An experienced local driver-guide who handles navigation, wildlife spotting, and park logistics throughout the trip, and speaks fluent English.
Full-board accommodation for all 6 days
All park entry and conservation fees
Every park entry permit and conservation fee for the parks on your itinerary is paid in advance — nothing to arrange or pay at the gate.
Bottled water during game drives
Bottled drinking water is stocked in the vehicle for every game drive, at no extra cost.

Not included

International flights
Flights to and from Tanzania are not included — we can recommend routes and airlines on request.
Tanzania visa
Most nationalities need a Tanzania visa, available on arrival or online in advance — the fee is not included in the trip price.
Travel insurance
We require all travelers to carry their own travel insurance, including emergency medical evacuation cover — not included in the trip price.
Tips for guide and camp staff
Alcoholic and premium drinks

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Traveller stories

The proof should come from people who went.

Dorine M11 months ago

Grateful experience

As a solo female traveler, I felt super safe and well taken care of the entire time.

Dagmar P1 month ago

Private Safari 6 days

I can only highly recommend the young company Tanzalux for organizing a private safari.

Sylvanus T9 months ago

An unforgettable vegetarian journey with Tanzalux Safaris

I highly recommend Tanzalux for anyone wanting a special, personalized safari.

Lucas G2 months ago

Our 3-day camping safari with Tanzalux was simply fantastic! Everything was perfectly organized.

Victoria Goodluck3 months ago

★★★★★

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Back in April, I joined a day trip to Tarangire National Park with Tanzalux Safaris, and it was truly one of the best experiences I have ever had…

Danai Vicha5 months ago

★★★★★

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I've had an amazing experience with Tanzalux Safaris, would 1000% recommend! Thank you for making my trip so special🫶

ikigo simbila5 months ago

★★★★★

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I recently visited Meru Waterfalls in Arusha and got to do some of the activities there, honestly it was such a great experience and I really enjoyed it.

Hadija Shebe5 months ago

★★★★★

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Our guide Dullah Mr Rastaman had the best vibe. I would like to recommend other people not to miss it, Tarangire is the best national park.

Tumain Hope4 months ago

★★★★★

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Our tour guide Nasri was very friendly and welcoming from the first day we met him. He knows Tarangire very well and explained many things during the safari.

Linnah Kimaro4 months ago

★★★★★

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As a grandmother in the group, I would like to share my happiness with Tanzalux Safaris. Me, my daughters, and my grandson went on a short trip to Tarangire National Park…