6-Days Northern Circuit Discovery: Safari & Waterfalls Fly-In Adventure
Tanzania Main-land
Duration
6 days
Tour Type
Overview
Experience the 6-day fly-in adventure that combines the best of Tanzania’s Northern Circuit with the natural beauty of Materuni Waterfalls.
Begin your journey with an immersive experience at the Materuni Waterfalls and Coffee Tour in Moshi, where you’ll discover the cultural richness and natural wonders of the Chaga people. Then, dive into an unforgettable safari across four of Tanzania’s most famous national parks: Tarangire, Serengeti, and Ngorongoro Crater. From the towering baobabs of Tarangire to the sweeping plains of the Serengeti and the wildlife-rich Ngorongoro Crater, this tour offers a perfect blend of cultural exploration and wildlife adventure.
Conclude your journey with a seamless flight back to Zanzibar, where you can relax and reflect on your incredible Tanzanian experience.
Notice: The price may increase or decrease based on the number of people and the distance our driver will need to pick you up and/or drop you off.
Included/Exclude
- Return flights from Zanzibar to the Northern Circuit
- Park entrance fees for all national parks visited
- Materuni Waterfalls & Coffee Tour
- Guided game drives in Tarangire, Serengeti, and Ngorongoro Crater
- Accommodation for 5 nights in midrange lodges or tented camps
- All meals (breakfast, lunch, and dinner)
- Bottled water during the safari
- Professional safari guide
- Transportation in a 4x4 safari vehicle
- Airport transfers to and from airstrips
- Fuel and vehicle maintenance
- Personal expenses (e.g., souvenirs)
- Tips and gratuities
- Travel insurance
- Optional activities outside the itinerary
- Alcoholic beverages
Tour Plan
Morning: Begin your journey with a flight from Zanzibar to Kilimanjaro International Airport. Upon arrival, transfer to the picturesque village of Materuni, nestled at the base of Mount Kilimanjaro.
Late Morning: Embark on a guided tour of Materuni Waterfalls, a stunning 80-meter-high waterfall surrounded by lush forest. Learn about the local Chaga culture as you trek to the falls, passing through coffee plantations and banana farms.
Lunch: Enjoy a traditional Chaga meal near the waterfall.
Afternoon: After visiting the waterfall, participate in a hands-on coffee-making tour, where you’ll learn how to pick, roast, and grind your own coffee beans.
Evening: Transfer to your accommodation in Arusha for dinner and an overnight stay.
Morning: After breakfast, depart for Tarangire National Park, known for its large elephant herds and iconic baobab trees. Begin your game drive as soon as you enter the park.
Lunch: Enjoy a packed lunch in the park, with views of the Tarangire River.
Afternoon: Continue exploring Tarangire’s diverse landscapes, where you may spot elephants, zebras, lions, and various bird species.
Evening: Transfer to your lodge or tented camp in or near Tarangire for dinner and an overnight stay.
Morning: After breakfast, depart for the Serengeti National Park. Enjoy a scenic drive through the Great Rift Valley and the Ngorongoro Conservation Area as you head towards the Serengeti.
Lunch: Have a packed lunch en route, surrounded by the breathtaking landscapes of Tanzania.
Afternoon: Upon arrival in the Serengeti, start your game drive in the Central Serengeti, where you can expect to see a wide range of wildlife, including predators like lions and cheetahs.
Evening: Transfer to your accommodation in the Serengeti for dinner and an overnight stay.
Morning: Spend the entire day exploring the Central Serengeti, a region known for its abundant wildlife and scenic beauty. Depending on the season, you may witness parts of the Great Migration, where millions of wildebeests and zebras traverse the plains.
Lunch: Enjoy a picnic lunch in the park, at a spot offering panoramic views of the Serengeti.
Afternoon: Continue your game drives, visiting various habitats and possibly spotting the Big Five.
Evening: Return to your lodge or tented camp for a relaxing evening, dinner, and overnight stay.
Morning: After breakfast, enjoy a final morning game drive in the Serengeti before heading towards the Ngorongoro Crater. As you leave the Serengeti, take in the last views of the endless plains.
Lunch: Have a packed lunch on your way to Ngorongoro.
Afternoon: Arrive at the Ngorongoro Crater and descend into this natural wonder for an afternoon game drive. The crater’s unique ecosystem supports a dense population of wildlife, including elephants, rhinos, and lions.
Evening: Ascend from the crater and transfer to your accommodation on the crater rim or in Karatu for dinner and an overnight stay.
Morning: After a leisurely breakfast, drive back to Arusha, with opportunities to take in the views of the Tanzanian countryside.
Lunch: Enjoy a final lunch in Arusha before your departure.
Afternoon: Transfer to the airport for your return flight to Zanzibar, concluding your incredible 6-day safari and waterfalls adventure.
