A slightly extended version of our classic northern circuit, adding one extra day across the three parks — Tarangire, Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater — for travellers who want the same iconic route with a more comfortable pace.
Detailed Itinerary
Arusha to Tarangire National Park
A drive to Tarangire, with an afternoon game drive on arrival.
Full Day Tarangire Game Drives
Exploring Tarangire’s riverine landscape and elephant herds among ancient baobabs.
As above
Transfer to Serengeti National Park
A drive to the Serengeti’s endless plains via the Ngorongoro highlands.
Full Day Serengeti Game Drives
A full day across the plains for lion, leopard, elephant and, seasonally, the Great Migration.
As above
Second Serengeti Game Drive Day
A further day exploring different sectors of the park.
As above
Third Serengeti Game Drive Day
Additional time exploring the park’s central and northern sectors, depending on current wildlife movement.
As above
Transfer to Ngorongoro Crater, Descent
A drive to the crater rim followed by a full afternoon descent to the crater floor.
Morning Crater Time, Return to Arusha
A final morning on the crater floor before the return drive to Arusha.
Permits & Costs
| Tarangire park entry | ~$60 per person per day |
| Serengeti park entry | ~$82 per person per day |
| Ngorongoro Conservation Area fee | ~$70 per person per day, plus crater descent fee |
Who This Itinerary Suits
Travellers wanting our classic circuit with genuinely extra Serengeti time built in, rather than the standard 7-day pace.
Tour Includes
- Travel in a 4×4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof hatch
- Professional English-speaking driver-guide
- All accommodation per itinerary
- Meals as specified
- Park entry & crater descent fees
Tour Excludes
- International flights
- Visas
- Alcoholic drinks
- Tips & gratuities
- Travel insurance
Frequently Asked Questions
How does this differ from your 7-Day Northern Circuit?
An extra full Serengeti day, giving more time to explore different sectors of the park before moving on to the crater.
Is this itinerary good for the Great Migration?
The additional Serengeti day improves your odds if your dates align with the migration’s seasonal presence in the park.
Ready to Plan This Trip?
Tell us your dates and we’ll confirm lodges within one business day. Get in touch to start planning.