Great Migration wildebeest in the Northern Serengeti
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7-Day Northern Tanzania Safari Experience

A migration-focused safari through Tarangire, Central Serengeti, Northern Serengeti and Ngorongoro, with a full day at the Mara River.

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7-Day Northern Tanzania Safari Experience

Follow Tanzania’s wildlife trails from Tarangire’s baobab landscapes to the Ngorongoro Crater and the sweeping plains of the Serengeti. This seven-day safari with Betheli Expeditions combines private guided game drives, welcoming lodges and tented camps, and a scenic flight from the Northern Serengeti back to Arusha

From the elephant-rich landscapes of Tarangire to the endless plains of the Serengeti and the dramatic Mara River, this safari offers an incredible opportunity to witness Tanzania’s diverse wildlife, breathtaking scenery, and the extraordinary natural wonder of the Great Migration

Itinerary forNorthern Serengeti Safari
Travel DatesTo be confirmed
Guests2 Adults
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Itinerary

Day 1Arrival-Welcome to Tanzania

The group arrives at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO). A Betheli Expeditions representative meets you and transfers you to your hotel in Arusha.

Giraffes near Mount Meru outside Arusha

Your adventure begins at Kilimanjaro International Airport, where a Betheli Expeditions representative will welcome you and transfer you to your hotel in Arusha. Settle in, relax after your flight, and enjoy a safari briefing before the wildlife adventures ahead

Day 1 | Accommodation

Options based on your packages:

Property availability and the final room category are confirmed in your trip proposal.
A paved path winds between cottages, palm trees and lush gardens at Arusha Planet Lodge.Mid-range
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Arusha Planet lodge
Day 2Tarangire National Park- Karatu

After breakfast, meet your safari guide and depart for Tarangire National Park. Ancient baobab trees, open savannah and the Tarangire River create a striking setting for your first game drive. Watch for elephants moving through the woodland, giraffes browsing among the trees and zebras and antelopes grazing across the plains. Your guide will help you discover the smaller details too, from colourful birds to animal tracks. Enjoy a picnic lunch before continuing your game drive. Later, travel to Karatu for dinner and a restful evening.

Elephants gathering at the Tarangire River

Enjoy an unhurried first game drive as you get used to the vehicle and the pace of safari days. Tarangire’s river and ancient baobabs create a beautiful setting for watching wildlife in the afternoon light.

Day 2 | Accommodation

Options based on your packages:

Property availability and the final room category are confirmed in your trip proposal.
cacia Farm Lodge bathroom with twin washbasins, large mirrors, toiletries and white bathrobes hanging beside a glass shower enclosure.Luxury
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Acacia Farm lodge karatu
Day 3Ngorongoro Crater to Central Serengeti

Leave Karatu early and journey into the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Pause to admire the crater from above before descending to its wildlife-rich floor. Explore grasslands, wetlands and woodland in search of lions, buffalo, zebras, wildebeest and elephants. Keep an eye out for the endangered black rhino, although sightings are never guaranteed. After a picnic lunch, leave the crater and continue towards Central Serengeti. This is a full travel day, with an early start allowing time for both your crater game drive and the onward journey.

Ngorongoro Crater landscape

The crater floor brings grassland, woodland and lake edges into one extraordinary day. Your guide follows wildlife movement and road conditions, leaving room for quiet observation as well as classic big-game sightings.

Day 3 | Accommodation

Options based on your packages:

Property availability and the final room category are confirmed in your trip proposal.
Moyo Tented Camp — Central Serengeti — original photo 1Luxury
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Moyo Tented Camp — Central Serengeti
Day 4Explore Central Serengeti

Wake to the sounds of the bush and spend the day discovering Central Serengeti with your private guide. Follow wildlife across open plains and around rocky outcrops, looking for lions, cheetahs and leopards alongside giraffes, elephants and grazing herds. Your guide will plan the day around recent sightings and your interests. Choose between a full-day game drive with a picnic lunch or morning and afternoon drives with a break at camp, depending on distances and wildlife movements. Return to camp as the light softens and share the day’s discoveries over dinner.

Zebra in the Central Serengeti

Arriving in the central plains is part of the experience: every transfer can become a game drive. Keep your camera ready for lions, giraffe, zebra and the smaller moments that make the Serengeti feel alive.

Day 4 | Accommodation

Options based on your packages:

Property availability and the final room category are confirmed in your trip proposal.
Safari bedroom with a mosquito-netted double bed, patterned bedding, two armchairs and glass doors overlooking the grasslands.Luxury
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Karibu River Camp Northen Serengeti
Day 5Central to Northern Serengeti-Kogatende

After breakfast, travel north through changing Serengeti landscapes, enjoying wildlife sightings along the way. Carry a picnic lunch so you can make the most of the journey, stopping where conditions allow. As you approach the Kogatende region, open plains give way to rolling grasslands, woodland and the Mara River landscape. Arrive at your tented camp in time to settle in and enjoy an evening surrounded by the sounds of the wilderness.

Wildebeest and zebra in Northern Serengeti

Spend time around the northern plains and river country with the flexibility to follow wildlife. From July to October, wildebeest and zebra may gather near the Mara River, but crossings and sightings are always guided by nature rather than a timetable.

Day 5 | Accommodation

Options based on your packages:

Property availability and the final room category are confirmed in your trip proposal.
Safari bedroom with a mosquito-netted double bed, patterned bedding, two armchairs and glass doors overlooking the grasslands.Luxury
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Karibu River Camp Northen Serengeti
Day 6Northern Serengeti & the Mara River

Spend a full day exploring Northern Serengeti and the Mara River region. Look for hippos in the water, crocodiles along the banks, and wildlife across the surrounding plains. When migration herds are in the area, your guide will position you for opportunities to observe their movements. A river crossing is an unpredictable natural event that may require patience and cannot be guaranteed. Between sightings, take time to appreciate the landscape before returning to camp for your final safari evening.

Wildebeest and zebras crossing the Mara  river

Feel the anticipation as wildebeest gather along the Mara River, then surge into the current in a rush of hooves, splashing water and swirling dust. Part of the Great Migration, this powerful spectacle reveals the courage and instinct that drive the herds forward. Crossings follow nature’s rhythm, so witnessing one requires patience and a little luck.

Day 6 | Accommodation

Options based on your packages:

Property availability and the final room category are confirmed in your trip proposal.
Green-roofed safari tents at Moyo Migration Camp nestled among trees, overlooking open grasslands in Northern Serengeti.Mid-range
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Moyo Migration Camp Mara Northen Serengeti
Day 7Fly to Arusha & Departure

After breakfast, transfer to Kogatende Airstrip for your scheduled flight to Arusha. On arrival, a Betheli Expeditions representative will meet you and transfer you to Kilimanjaro International Airport for your onward journey. Your domestic flight and airport transfer will be planned around your confirmed international departure. An additional overnight stay may be required if the flight schedules do not allow a suitable connection.

Northern Tanzania safari landscape

Take a moment to reflect on the breathtaking landscapes, diverse wildlife, and the incredible people you've met along your journey. Our dedicated team is here to make your onward travel seamless and enjoyable, ensuring a smooth connection to your next adventure in Tanzania.

Day 7 | Accommodation

Options based on your packages:

Property availability and the final room category are confirmed in your trip proposal.
Mount Meru Hotel — original photo 1Luxury
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Mount Meru Hotel
Ngorongoro on safari

Landscapes of Northern Tanzania

The crater’s grasslands, woodland and soda lake create a compact wildlife landscape. Your guide helps shape the day around the best conditions and a respectful pace.

YOUR SAFARI, TAKEN CARE OF

What’s included in your safari

Use this checklist when planning your enquiry. All package details are subject to confirmation in your quote.

01 / PREPARATION

Before the journey

Planning and practical preparation before departure.

Personal trip planning

Route planning shaped around your dates, priorities and travel style.

Pre-trip briefing

A practical briefing covering the itinerary and final arrangements.

02 / TRANSPORT

Transfers and transport

Road, airport and route transport included in the package.

Airport transfers

Arrival and departure transfers between the airport and the agreed hotel.

Private 4×4 safari vehicle

A private safari vehicle for the confirmed route and game drives.

03 / ACCOMMODATION

Places to stay

Overnight stays included in the confirmed package.

Safari lodges and camps

Safari accommodation selected for the confirmed package.

04 / GUIDING AND STAFF

Your professional team

Local professionals supporting the journey.

Professional safari guide

A professional driver-guide throughout the confirmed safari route.

05 / MEALS AND WATER

Meals and refreshments

Food and drinking water supplied as part of the package.

Dietary requirement support

Advance coordination of dietary requirements where available.

06 / FEES AND ACTIVITIES

Entry fees and experiences

Confirmed fees and guided activities included in the price.

Park and conservation fees

Applicable entry and conservation fees for the confirmed route.

Safari game drives

Game drives listed in the confirmed day-by-day itinerary.

Ngorongoro Crater service fee

The crater service fee when a crater game drive is included.

Community and cultural visit

The respectful community or cultural experience listed in the itinerary.

EXCLUSIONS

What’s not included

Plan for these items separately unless your final written proposal specifically includes them.

  • international flight & domestic flight
  • Premium drinks and beverages not specified in your itinerary
  • Personal expenses, including telephone calls, laundry and postage
  • Optional activities and services not listed as included

Plan your 7-Day Northern Tanzania Safari Experience

Share your preferred dates, travel style and priorities. Our local team will shape the route, pace and details around your journey.

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What our customers say

Real stories from travelers who climbed, explored, and relaxed with Betheli Expeditions.

5.0 Reviews23 verified reviews
5 out of 5 stars
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ViktorJanuary 2026 • Friends

“Tanzania is a beautiful and amazing country!”

Every minute of the safari was fantastic and impressive, we left satisfied and are already planning to return. It was professionally organized, congratulations! Sam, our guide, demonstrated exceptional professional expertise, and it was a pleasure to listen to him during the daily tours.

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5 out of 5 stars 5.0
KataJanuary 2025 • Solo

“Unforgettable Adventure with Betheli Expeditions”

Our guides were incredible — they were experienced, knowledgeable, and made sure we were well taken care of every step of the way. The hike itself is beautiful, with lush rainforests, alpine meadows, and spectacular views of the mountain.

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5 out of 5 stars 5.0
Elena PJanuary 2025 • Friends

“Beautiful experience on Mount Kilimanjaro”

Unique and indescribable experience as beautiful as , we spent 5 days trekking on Mount Kilimanjaro and our guides and all of them were unique and really good in accompanying us in this adventure! Rating 10, thank you!!!

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5 out of 5 stars 5.0
Daniela BOctober 2019 • Friends

“Kilimanjaro trekking Machame Route 7 days”

Wonderful trekking and fantastic team. We met serious, kind and specialized people. They attended us on the trek making us feel at home. All of us reached the top of the mountain!!! I highly recommend Betheli expedition

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5 out of 5 stars 5.0
Islastyle6June 2019 • Friends

“Great trip with wonderful guides, chefs and porters!”

Our trip up Mt. Meru with Richard, Paul, Kennedy and all the guides and porters was excellent. Betheli Expedition staff catered to our every need and request with no complaints and always with a smile on their faces. We were a group of 12 women on our yearly trek together and we truly enjoyed ourselves!

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5 out of 5 stars 5.0
Ralph TMarch 2019 • Couples

“A great trip to the top of Mount Meru”

Betheli organised a fantastic trek up to the top of Mount Meru at short notice. We were supported on the trip by a fantastic team - led by our guide Richard - who provided tasty food, carried everything we could possibly need, kept us going up the tricky climb, and even taught us some Swahili along the way!

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5 out of 5 stars 5.0
Arpad BFebruary 2026 • Friends

“Amazing trip with amazing people”

Very well organized, professional, helpful, dedicated team, ready to fulfill each request at any time with experienced and devoted guides.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Useful answers for the first conversation and the planning that follows.

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Is airfare included in the package price?

International flights are generally excluded unless clearly stated. Domestic flights may be included depending on your itinerary. Your written quote will specify which flights and transfers are covered.

How difficult is Kilimanjaro?

Kilimanjaro is a challenging high-altitude trek. Standard trekking routes do not require technical mountaineering skills, but long walking days, cold temperatures and summit night demand preparation and determination. Regular hiking and fitness training help, but even very fit climbers can develop altitude sickness. A gradual ascent and enough acclimatisation time are essential.

Will I see the Big Five or the Great Migration?

Tanzania offers excellent opportunities to see the Big Five—lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo and rhino—particularly when combining the Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater. Wildlife sightings are never guaranteed. The Great Migration moves through the Serengeti–Mara ecosystem throughout the year, following rainfall and fresh grazing. We plan around seasonal movements, but exact locations and river crossings remain unpredictable.

Which coast should I choose?

Choose Zanzibar’s north coast—Nungwi or Kendwa—for golden sunsets, lively beach stays and swimming generally less affected by tides. For village experiences and a changing tidal shoreline, consider Matemwe in the northeast or Paje and Jambiani in the southeast. Mafia and Pemba offer quieter escapes close to nature. We will help you find the coast that fits your preferred pace and experience.

Do I need a visa for Tanzania?

Visa requirements depend on your nationality. Many visitors need a visa, while others are exempt or require approval before travelling. Check the official Tanzania Immigration website before booking. Your passport should have at least six months’ validity and one unused visa page.

Can I combine Kilimanjaro, safari and Zanzibar?

Absolutely. Experience the challenge of Kilimanjaro, the wonder of a wildlife safari and the tranquillity of Zanzibar in one personalised itinerary. We arrange the connections, accommodation and activities, with time to rest and appreciate every part of your journey.