Tarangire
Baobab-dotted country and remarkable elephant encounters.
5 DAYS • NORTHERN TANZANIA
Wild Classic Safari
Three unforgettable landscapes. One thoughtfully paced journey from Tarangire’s elephant country to the Serengeti plains and Ngorongoro Crater.
5 DAYS3 ICONIC PARKSTAILORED TO YOU
Serengeti
Wide-open plains and wildlife viewing shaped around the season.
Ngorongoro
A crater-floor game drive among one of Tanzania’s most striking landscapes.
THE WILD CLASSIC
A first safari with all the feeling of Tanzania.
This five-day Northern Circuit journey brings together a varied mix of landscapes and wildlife. Begin among Tarangire’s baobabs, continue into the Serengeti, then descend into Ngorongoro Crater before returning to Arusha.
The route below is a suggested framework. The Serengeti area, lodge or camp level, pace and final price are confirmed around your travel dates, group and preferences.
FOLLOW THE ROUTE
Your five-day safari, on the map.
Explore the suggested Northern Circuit route and select a day to see its main stops. Driving paths are illustrative and may change with your camp, season and final itinerary.
Illustrative route map
Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors
Showing the complete suggested route. Select a day to highlight its stops.
YOUR FIVE-DAY JOURNEY
From baobabs to the crater floor.
A sample itinerary, adjustable for wildlife season, accommodation availability and your preferred pace.
01TARANGIRE NATIONAL PARKArusha to Tarangire, then onward to Karatu
Meet your guide and head to Tarangire for a game drive among seasonal wildlife, ancient baobabs and the park’s celebrated elephant herds. Continue to your selected accommodation in the Karatu area.
Overnight: Karatu area02SCENIC TRANSFER • SERENGETIKaratu to the Serengeti
Travel through the Ngorongoro Conservation Area toward the Serengeti, stopping for scenery and wildlife along the way. The precise overnight area is selected to suit the season and your trip dates.
Overnight: Serengeti03SERENGETI NATIONAL PARKA full day on the plains
Spend the day exploring the Serengeti with your guide. Route and game-drive timing can be tailored to the season, wildlife movement and the experiences you most want to prioritize.
Overnight: Serengeti04SERENGETI • KARATUMorning wildlife viewing, then return toward Ngorongoro
Enjoy a morning game drive before travelling back through the conservation area to Karatu. Your guide can adapt the day’s timing to the chosen camp and route.
Overnight: Karatu area05NGORONGORO CRATERCrater game drive, then return to Arusha
Descend into Ngorongoro Crater for a final game drive in its remarkable highland setting. After the crater visit, travel back to Arusha, with drop-off arrangements confirmed in your trip plan.
Journey ends in ArushaYOUR SAFARI CAN INCLUDE
Clear details, planned together.
- Private 4×4 safari vehicle and professional guide, as quoted
- Park and conservation fees, as listed in your confirmed proposal
- Accommodation and meals according to the selected itinerary
- Game drives in Tarangire, Serengeti and Ngorongoro
- Arusha transfers when specified in your proposal
PLEASE BUDGET SEPARATELY
Items to confirm before booking.
- International flights and Tanzania visa
- Travel insurance and personal expenses
- Tips, drinks and optional activities unless stated
- Accommodation before or after the safari unless included
The Safari page lists an indicative starting price of USD 1,850 per person. Your final quote depends on travel dates, group size, accommodation, park fees and availability. Confirm the current price and inclusions with KiliWings before booking.
BEFORE YOU GO
Wild Classic questions.
Is five days enough for Tarangire, Serengeti and Ngorongoro?
Five days can cover these three highlights, but it includes several road-transfer days and gives limited time in each park. The pace depends on your accommodation locations and final route.
Which parks are visited on this five-day Tanzania safari?
The sample itinerary visits Tarangire National Park, Serengeti National Park and Ngorongoro Crater, starting and ending in Arusha. Routing can change with accommodation, season and availability.
When is the best time to go on a Northern Tanzania safari?
The best time depends on your priorities. June to October is a popular period for wildlife viewing, while January and February are associated with the Serengeti calving season. Wildlife movements and conditions vary, so plan the route around your dates.
Can I see the Great Migration on a five-day safari?
It may be possible, depending on your travel dates and the migration’s location. The herds move seasonally and sightings are not guaranteed, so ask which Serengeti area the planned camps will target.
How much does a five-day Tanzania safari cost?
The Safari overview lists an indicative starting price of USD 1,850 per person for this trip. The confirmed price depends on travel dates, group size, accommodation, park fees and what is included; request a current quote before booking.
What is included in the Wild Classic safari?
Inclusions are confirmed in your tailored proposal. Depending on the selected option, it may include a private 4×4 vehicle and guide, park and conservation fees, accommodation, meals and transfers.
Can I book this as a private safari or customize the itinerary?
The itinerary can be tailored to your group, interests, pace and accommodation preferences. Ask KiliWings about private-safari availability and pricing; a Zanzibar extension can also be discussed.
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Tell us when you want to travel, who is coming and what matters most. Our team can tailor the route and prepare a quote for your trip.