Northern Circuit Photography Safari

13 Days | 12 Nights

( Budget friendly)

This journey is designed with pace and fulfillment in mind, giving you time to enjoy each moment rather than rush from one stop to the next. It is crafted for travelers who value space to capture landscapes, wildlife, and authentic encounters at a relaxed rhythm. Each day brings something new to experience, while evenings provide comfort in carefully chosen lodges, a chance to rest, reflect, and work on your shots in a setting that complements the adventure.

Featured Destinations

Arusha City → Arusha National Park → Tarangire → Ngorongoro Highlands & Crater

→ Eastern Serengeti → Central Serengeti → Northern Serengeti → Mara River →

Kogatende Airstrip

Best time to travel:

This safari operates year-round, transforming with the seasons. It is customized to match your specific wildlife photography goals. However, the season of June–October is prime for migration crossings whereas it is year-round for predators and landscapes.

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Safari pricing: USD 8,900 per person on a sharing basis

Itinerary Details

Day 1: Arrival in Arusha

Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport and meet your guide. Transfer to your lodge in Arusha, a town framed by Mount Meru and Kilimanjaro. It’s a gentle start — time to rest, adjust, and prepare your gear.

• Accommodation: Arusha Serena Hotel

• Meal Plan: Dinner and Breakfast

Day 2: Arusha National Park

Spend the day in Arusha National Park, a compact gem with rainforest, craters, lakes, and waterfalls. Walking safaris are possible here, giving you close-up shots of forest life and views of Mount Meru.

• Accommodation: Arusha Serena Hotel

• Meal Plan: Full board

Day 3: Tarangire National Park

Drive to Tarangire, known for its baobabs and elephants. The river valley draws wildlife in
great numbers, especially during the dry season. Afternoon light here is perfect for wideangle shots of herds against ancient trees.

Accommodation: Tarangire Safari Lodge
Meal Plan: Full board

Day 4: Tarangire Full Day

A full day in Tarangire. Watch elephants gather at the river, lions resting in the shade, and
flocks of birds’ overhead. The park’s quieter atmosphere makes it ideal for patient
photography.

Accommodation: Tarangire Safari Lodge
Meal Plan: Full board

Day 5: Ngorongoro Highlands

Travel toward the Ngorongoro Highlands. The volcanic slopes and Maasai homesteads create striking contrasts for landscape and cultural photography. Evening views from the lodge look out across the crater rim.

• Accommodation: Lions Paw Ngorongoro

• Meal Plan: Full board

Day 6: Ngorongoro Crater

Descend into the crater early in the morning. The natural amphitheater holds dense populations of lions, buffalo, hippos, and rhinos. Picnic by the hippo pool before ascending back to the rim.

• Accommodation: Lions Paw Ngorongoro

• Meal Plan: Full board

Day 7: Eastern Serengeti (Gol Kopjes)

Drive into the Serengeti, stopping at the Gol Kopjes. These granite outcrops rise from the plains and are favored by cheetahs and lions. The rocky landscapes make dramatic backdrops for predator photography.

• Accommodation: Kubu Kubu Tented Lodge

• Meal Plan: Full board

Day 8: Central Serengeti

Arrive in the heart of the Serengeti. Permanent water sources keep wildlife here year-round. Afternoon game drives bring encounters with large prides of lions and sweeping views across the plains.

• Accommodation: Kubu Kubu Tented Lodge

• Meal Plan: Full board

Day 9: Central Serengeti Full Day

Spend the day exploring the central plains. This is classic Serengeti — endless horizons, grazing herds, and predators on the move. The light at dawn and dusk is perfect for wide shots and silhouettes.

• Accommodation: Kubu Kubu Tented Lodge

• Meal Plan: Full board

Day 10: Northern Serengeti

Journey north to quieter corners of the Serengeti. Fewer vehicles, dramatic ridges, and access to the Mara River ecosystem make this region ideal for immersive photography.

• Accommodation: Mara Under Canvas Camp

• Meal Plan: Full board

Day 11: Mara River Crossing

Spend the day along the Mara River. In migration season, thousands of wildebeest and zebras attempt the crossing, watched by crocodiles and lions. It’s one of the most intense wildlife spectacles on earth.

• Accommodation: Mara under Canvas Camp

• Meal Plan: Full board

Day 12: Northern Serengeti Wilderness

Explore remote valleys and ridges of the northern Serengeti. The landscapes are vast and visitor numbers low, giving you space to focus on wildlife behavior and wide-angle compositions.

• Accommodation: Northern Serengeti Camp

• Meal Plan: Full board

Day 13: Scenic Flight to Arusha

End the journey with a bush flight from Kogatende. From the air, the Serengeti’s scale comes into view rivers, plains, and kopjes stretching to the horizon. Return to Arusha for day use before departure.

• Day Use: Ngaresero Mountain Lodge

• Meal Plan: Breakfast and Hot lunch

Safari Includes:

• Luxury accommodations throughout the itinerary

• Private safari vehicle and professional English-speaking guide

• All national park and conservation fees

• Daily game drives and scheduled activities

• All meals during safari (Full Board)

• Bottled drinking water during game drives

• Airport transfers

Safari Excludes:

• International flights to/from Tanzania

• Visa fees and travel insurance

• Alcoholic and premium drinks unless specified

• Tips and personal expenses

• Optional balloon safaris, or excursions not listed

• Any government-imposed increases in taxes or park fees after booking

Important Safari Reminder

For the best experience, pack light and practical safari wear including neutralcolored
clothing, comfortable walking shoes, a widebrimmed hat, and a warm layer for cool
mornings. Don’t forget essential gear such as binoculars, camera equipment, spare batteries,
and a reusable water bottle. These small details will make your safari more comfortable and
your photography more rewarding.