Safari Details
16-Day Northern Circuit, Southern Tanzania and Migration
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A family-friendly private safari combining the Great Migration and Ngorongoro Crater in the north with Ruaha, Mikumi, Udzungwa, and a Rufiji River boat safari in Nyerere National Park to the south.
Route At A Glance
A polished route framework, refined around your dates.
Over 16 Days, this route follows Zanzibar ➝ Serengeti ➝ Ngorongoro ➝ Tarangire ➝ Ruaha ➝ Mikumi ➝ Udzungwa ➝ Nyerere ➝ Zanzibar, styled as fly-in beach-to-bush routing with a deeper expedition pace. The final version can still shift lodge level, flight timing, activity rhythm, and beach or city connections.
Trip Overview
Best suited to private tour, family safari.
A family-friendly private safari combining the Great Migration and Ngorongoro Crater in the north with Ruaha, Mikumi, Udzungwa, and a Rufiji River boat safari in Nyerere National Park to the south. Uwanda can adjust accommodation, activity rhythm, and transfer style around your dates and budget.
Human planning note
This route is best treated as a starting design, not a fixed bus tour. Tell Uwanda your arrival point, travel month, and comfort level so the team can tune the route before quoting.
Included And Excluded
Know what's included on this route before you request a quote.
Included On This Safari
- Most Meals Throughout The Tour
- Airport Transfers
- Game Drives In Pop-Up Roof 4x4 Vehicle
- Walking Safari With Armed Guide
- Nature Hikes And Boat Safari
- Domestic Flights And Air Transfers
- Professional Driver/Guide
- Park Fees
Usually Excluded
- International flights, visas, travel insurance, and personal medical expenses.
- Tips, premium drinks, laundry, personal purchases, and optional upgrades.
- Additional accommodation before/after the tour unless requested and added to the quote.
Itinerary Flow
Your safari, one remarkable day at a time.
Explore the daily rhythm, places, meals, and overnight stays. Every detail can still be refined around your dates.
Day
01
Central Serengeti National Park
Fly Zanzibar to Serengeti & Afternoon Game Drive
Today's Experience
Fly from Zanzibar to Serengeti National Park and enjoy an afternoon game drive on arrival.
Overnight Stay
Serengeti Classic View Camp
Day
02
Northern Serengeti National Park
Full-Day Exploration of Serengeti Plains
Today's Experience
A full day exploring the Serengeti plains on game drives, tracking wildlife across the open savannah.
Overnight Stay
Serengeti Classic View Migration Camp - Kogatende
Day
03
Northern Serengeti National Park
Great Migration & Wildlife Experience in the Serengeti
Today's Experience
A further day focused on the Great Migration and wildlife viewing across the Serengeti ecosystem.
Overnight Stay
Serengeti Classic View Migration Camp - Kogatende
Day
04
Ngorongoro Crater
Serengeti to Ngorongoro Crater Game Drive – Big Five Experience
Today's Experience
Depart Serengeti for the Ngorongoro Conservation Area and descend into the crater for a Big Five game drive.
Overnight Stay
Karatu Classic View Lodge
Day
05
Tarangire National Park
Tarangire National Park – Land of Giants
Today's Experience
Game drive through Tarangire National Park, known for its large elephant herds and ancient baobab trees.
Overnight Stay
Lush Garden Hotel
Day
06
Dodoma
Transfer Arusha To Dodoma
Today's Experience
Travel from Arusha to Dodoma as a transit day.
Overnight Stay
La Stanar Hotel
Day
07
Ruaha National Park
Transfer from Dodoma Region to Ruaha Hilltop
Today's Experience
Continue from Dodoma toward Ruaha National Park, arriving at Ruaha Hilltop Lodge.
Day
08
Ruaha National Park
Game Drive at Ruaha National Park
Today's Experience
A full day of game drives across Ruaha National Park.
Day
09
Ruaha National Park
Game Drive at Ruaha National Park
Today's Experience
A second full day of game drives across Ruaha National Park.
Day
10
Morogoro
Isimila Stone Age & Transfer to Camp Bastian
Today's Experience
Visit the Isimila Stone Age site en route to Camp Bastian, near Mikumi National Park.
Overnight Stay
Camp Bastian Mikumi
Day
11
Mikumi National Park
Game Drive at Mikumi National Park
Today's Experience
A full day of game drives across Mikumi National Park's open plains.
Overnight Stay
Camp Bastian Mikumi
Day
12
Udzungwa Mountains
Hike in the Udzungwa Mountains National Park and Waterfall View
Today's Experience
A guided hike through the Udzungwa Mountains, taking in waterfall views along the way.
Overnight Stay
Camp Bastian Mikumi
Day
13
Nyerere National Park
Mikumi To Nyerere NP + Evening Game Drive
Today's Experience
Transfer from Mikumi to Nyerere National Park, followed by an evening game drive.
Overnight Stay
Mufasa Tented Camp
Day
14
Nyerere National Park
Game Drive + Hotspring
Today's Experience
Game drive in Nyerere National Park with a visit to a nearby hot spring.
Day
15
Nyerere National Park
Relax With Maasai Culture Tour And Boat Safari
Today's Experience
A boat safari on the Rufiji River paired with a Maasai cultural tour.
Day
16
Zanzibar
Fly Back Zanzibar Morning
Today's Experience
Morning flight back to Zanzibar to conclude the safari.
Activities
Real experiences included on this route.
Boat Safari
Explore the Wild From the Water. When most people think of a safari, they imagine bumpy rides through dusty roads, looking out for lions, elephants, and giraffes. But there’s another side of Tanzania’s wilderness...
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Game Drive
An Unforgettable Adventure. When you think about visiting Tanzania, one thing you should not miss is going on a game drive. It’s one of the best ways to experience the beauty of African wildlife up close and trust m...
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Maasai Culture Tour
Step Into a Living Tradition. When you visit Tanzania, it's not just the wildlife and landscapes that will amaze you the culture is just as rich and fascinating. One of the best ways to experience it is by taking a Ma...
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Hiking
An Adventure Through Africa's Most Scenic Landscapes. Tanzania, a land of dramatic landscapes, rugged terrains, and rich biodiversity, offers some of the best hiking opportunities in Africa. Whether you're a seasoned...
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Starting price guide before your custom quote.
Travelers
Adult pp
Child pp
1
$5,900
$4,012
2
$5,900
$4,012
3
$5,900
$4,012
4
$5,900
$4,012
5
$5,900
$4,012
6+
$5,900
$4,012
Children are priced using this safari age policy: 5-12 years. Younger infants can be confirmed by Uwanda during final quoting.
- Rates shown on this website are starting points and may change by season, lodge availability, routing, and flight cost.
- Final quotes should confirm accommodation names, room type, inclusions, park fees, transfers, and payment timing.
- Luxury, honeymoon, family, and private fly-in versions can be priced separately on request.
Booking Confidence
What to confirm before you secure the safari.
Before You Book
Uwanda can confirm the best travel sequence, realistic transfer time, and whether road or flight routing suits your dates better.
Upgrade Possibilities
Ask about luxury lodges, private fly-in links, honeymoon touches, photography pacing, or extra nights in Zanzibar or Arusha.
Quote Clarity
Share your budget direction early so the team can recommend the right accommodation level instead of overselling the route.
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