Experience the ultimate African safari with expertly crafted Tanzania tours that showcase some of the most iconic wildlife destinations on the continent. With Africa Moja Tours & Safaris, journey through the legendary Serengeti National Park, witness the Great Migration across endless plains, and explore the wildlife-rich Ngorongoro Crater—one of Africa’s most remarkable natural wonders. These carefully designed itineraries combine breathtaking landscapes, Big Five game viewing, and authentic cultural experiences, all guided by professional safari experts. From classic Northern Circuit safaris to luxury fly-in adventures, each Tanzania tour offers seamless travel, comfortable lodges, and unforgettable moments in one of the world’s top safari destinations.
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Tanzania Safari Tours from Arusha: Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater, and Northern Circuit Packages
Tanzania is home to two of the most celebrated safari destinations on Earth: the Serengeti National Park, where over 1.5 million wildebeest cross the plains during the Great Migration, and the Ngorongoro Crater, where 25,000 animals live inside a collapsed volcanic caldera. Add Tarangire’s massive elephant herds and Lake Manyara’s tree-climbing lions, and Tanzania’s Northern Circuit is one of the most wildlife-dense safari routes in Africa.
Africa Moja Tours and Safaris offers 14 Tanzania safari packages departing from Arusha and Kilimanjaro International Airport, ranging from a quick 3-day express safari to a 10-day cross-border Kenya and Tanzania expedition. Every package includes a private or small-group 4×4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof, professional English-speaking guide, accommodation, meals, park fees, and airport transfers.
Compare All Tanzania Packages at a Glance
Short Safaris (3 to 4 Days)
| Package | Days | Parks | Vehicle | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3-Day Tanzania Express | 3 | Ngorongoro + Tarangire or Manyara | Private 4×4 | Business travelers, Kilimanjaro or Zanzibar add-on |
| 4-Day Tanzania Safari | 4 | Serengeti + Ngorongoro | Private 4×4 | First-time visitors wanting Serengeti + Crater |
| 4-Day Tarangire, Serengeti & Ngorongoro | 4 | Tarangire + Serengeti + Ngorongoro | Private 4×4 | Maximum parks in minimum time |
Classic Northern Circuit (5 to 6 Days)
| Package | Days | Parks | Vehicle | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5-Day Tanzania Safari | 5 | Tarangire + Serengeti + Ngorongoro | Private 4×4 | Classic Northern Circuit, most popular duration |
| 5-Day Tarangire, Serengeti & Ngorongoro | 5 | Tarangire + Serengeti + Ngorongoro | Private 4×4 | Standard Northern Circuit |
| 5-Day Budget Safari | 5 | Tarangire + Serengeti + Ngorongoro | Shared (6–7 pax) | Budget travelers, students, backpackers |
| 6-Day Serengeti & Ngorongoro Fly-In | 6 | Serengeti + Ngorongoro | Private 4×4 + internal flight | Luxury travelers, honeymooners, photographers |
Extended and Specialist Safaris (7 to 10 Days)
| Package | Days | Parks | Focus | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7-Day Northern Circuit | 7 | Tarangire + Serengeti (3 nights) + Ngorongoro | Comprehensive, 3 nights in Serengeti | Deep Serengeti immersion, from $2,490 pp |
| 7-Day Family Safari | 7 | Tarangire + Manyara + Serengeti + Ngorongoro | 4 parks, child-friendly pace | Families with children |
| 7-Day Best of Northern Tanzania | 7 | Full Northern Circuit | Extended wildlife time | Wildlife enthusiasts, repeat visitors |
| 5-Day Photography Safari | 5 | Serengeti (4 days) | Extended golden-hour drives, specialist guide | Photographers (all levels) |
| 8-Day Migration Safari | 8 | Serengeti (migration tracking) | Follow the herds across sectors | Migration seekers (Jul–Oct or Dec–Mar) |
| 10-Day Tanzania + Kenya Combined | 10 | Tanzania Northern Circuit + Kenya’s Masai Mara | Cross-border East Africa | The complete safari circuit |
How to Choose: Which Tanzania Safari Is Right for You?
| If you want… | Best package | Days | Why |
|---|---|---|---|
| Quick Ngorongoro Crater experience | 3-Day Express | 3 | Crater + one park, back to Arusha in 3 days |
| Serengeti + Crater, minimal time | 4-Day Safari | 4 | Two iconic parks, 3 nights |
| Classic Northern Circuit | 5-Day Safari | 5 | Tarangire + Serengeti + Ngorongoro, well-paced |
| Lowest price, same parks | 5-Day Budget | 5 | Shared vehicle, budget lodges, all park fees included |
| Skip driving, fly into Serengeti | 6-Day Fly-In | 6 | Save 8 to 10 hours of road time, luxury lodges |
| Maximum Serengeti time | 7-Day Northern Circuit | 7 | 3 full nights in Serengeti, from $2,490 pp |
| Family with children | 7-Day Family Safari | 7 | 4 parks, child-friendly lodges, flexible pace |
| Serious photography | 5-Day Photography Safari | 5 | Specialist photo guide, extended golden-hour drives |
| Great Migration River crossings | 8-Day Migration Safari | 8 | Track herds across Serengeti sectors |
| Kenya + Tanzania combined | 10-Day Combined | 10 | Serengeti + Ngorongoro + Masai Mara |
| Honeymoon/couples | 6-Day Fly-In | 6 | Luxury lodges, scenic flights, crater-rim views |
Tanzania’s Top Safari Destinations
Serengeti National Park
The Serengeti covers nearly 15,000 square kilometers of open grassland, acacia woodland, and riverine forest in northern Tanzania. It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the most wildlife-dense parks in Africa.
- Big Five: Lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo, and rhino are all present
- Great cats: The Serengeti has one of the highest densities of lions in Africa (3,000+). Cheetahs hunt on the open plains; leopards frequent the Seronera Valley
- Great Migration: Over 1.5 million wildebeest, 200,000 zebras, and 500,000 gazelles cycle through the ecosystem
- Other wildlife: Spotted hyena, hippo, crocodile, giraffe, topi, eland, Thomson’s gazelle, African wild dog, and over 500 bird species
Why 3 nights in the Serengeti matters: With only 1 night, you see a single sector. With 3 nights (as in the 7-Day Northern Circuit), your guide can reposition to follow predator activity, reach migration hotspots, and explore multiple ecosystems within the park.
Ngorongoro Crater
The Ngorongoro Crater is the world’s largest unbroken volcanic caldera — approximately 19 km across and 600 meters deep. Over 25,000 animals live permanently on the crater floor.
- Black rhino: One of the best places in East Africa to see endangered black rhinos
- Big Five in a single day: The crater’s contained ecosystem means all Big Five are within a small area
- Flamingos: Lake Magadi on the crater floor attracts thousands of flamingos
- Predators: Large lion prides, hyena clans, and jackals are resident
- Scenery: The 600-meter descent from the rim to the floor is one of Africa’s most dramatic landscapes
Tarangire National Park
Tarangire is known for having the largest elephant herds in northern Tanzania (up to 300 in a single herd during the dry season) and ancient baobab trees, some over 1,000 years old.
- Elephants: The Tarangire River draws massive herds during the dry season — some of the best elephant photography in East Africa
- Baobabs: The landscape is dotted with giant baobab trees, creating iconic African silhouettes
- Predators: Lions, leopards, cheetahs, and African wild dogs are present
- Birdlife: Over 500 species — one of the highest counts of any single park in the world
- Fewer crowds: Tarangire receives significantly fewer visitors than Serengeti or Ngorongoro
Lake Manyara National Park
Lake Manyara is a compact park beneath the Great Rift Valley escarpment, famous for its tree-climbing lions and flamingo-lined alkaline lake. Features diverse ecosystems (groundwater forests, acacia woodland, lakeshore), large hippo pools, and canoe safaris when water levels permit. Features in the 7-Day Family Safari.
The Great Wildebeest Migration in the Serengeti: Month-by-Month Guide
| Months | Location | What Happens | Best Package |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dec to Mar | Southern Serengeti / Ndutu | Calving season. 8,000+ calves born daily. Heavy predator activity. Lush green plains. | 7-Day Northern Circuit, 8-Day Migration |
| Apr to May | Central / Western Serengeti | Herds move north through tall grass. Long rains, fewer tourists, lower prices. | 7-Day Northern Circuit (from $2,490) |
| Jun to Jul | Western Corridor / Grumeti | Grumeti River crossings begin. Crocodile ambushes. Herds stretching for miles. | 8-Day Migration, 5-Day Photography |
| Aug to Oct | Northern Serengeti / Kogatende | Mara River crossings. The most dramatic and photographed wildlife event on Earth. Peak season. | 8-Day Migration, 7-Day Northern Circuit (from $3,990) |
| Nov | Central Serengeti | Herds shift south as short rains begin. Good predator sightings, fewer crowds. | 7-Day Northern Circuit (from $2,890) |
Your guide repositions you to the best sector based on real-time herd movements. The 7-Day and 8-Day packages provide enough Serengeti nights to follow the migration across sectors.
How Much Does a Tanzania Safari Cost?
7-Day Northern Circuit Pricing
| Season | Months | Per Person Sharing (USD) | Single (USD) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Low (green) | Apr to May | From $2,490 | From $3,190 |
| Shoulder | Nov to Dec, Mar | From $2,890 | From $3,690 |
| High | Jan to Feb, Jun, Oct | From $3,390 | From $4,290 |
| Peak | Jul to Sep | From $3,990 | From $5,190 |
Price Guidance by Package Type
| Budget Level | Example Package | Estimated Range | What You Get |
|---|---|---|---|
| Budget | 5-Day Budget Safari | Contact for pricing | Shared vehicle (6–7 pax), budget lodges/camping, same parks and fees |
| Mid-range | 3-Day Express, 4-Day, 5-Day | Contact for pricing | Private 4×4, mid-range lodges, all meals |
| Premium | 7-Day Northern Circuit | $2,490 to $3,990 pp | Private 4×4, 3 nights Serengeti, lodge choice (mid/superior/luxury) |
| Luxury | 6-Day Fly-In Safari | Contact for pricing | Internal flights, luxury tented camps (Serena/Kubu Kubu), crater-rim lodges |
| Specialist | 5-Day Photography, 8-Day Migration | Contact for pricing | Extended game drives, specialist positioning, seasonal tracking |
What is included in every package: Arusha or Kilimanjaro Airport pickup and drop-off, all transfers between parks, accommodation, meals as specified, park entrance and conservation fees, guided game drives in 4×4 with pop-up roof, English-speaking driver-guide, bottled drinking water.
Not included: International flights to Kilimanjaro, Tanzania tourist visa (~$50 USD), travel insurance, optional activities (hot air balloon ~$599 to $649 pp), tips and gratuities, alcoholic beverages.
Best Time to Visit Tanzania for a Safari
| Season | Months | Weather | Wildlife Viewing | Crowds | Price Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Peak dry | Jul to Oct | Dry, warm days (22–28°C), cool mornings | Excellent. Migration in northern Serengeti. Animals near water. | High | High/Peak |
| Calving season | Jan to Mar | Warm, occasional rain | Excellent. Southern Serengeti calving. High predator activity. | Medium | High |
| Short rains | Nov to Dec | Brief afternoon showers, warm | Very good. Migration shifting south. Green landscapes. | Low | Medium |
| Long rains | Apr to May | Heavier rains, cooler | Good. Lush bush, fewer vehicles. Some roads challenging. | Low | Low |
| Shoulder dry | Jun | Drying out, pleasant | Good to excellent. Migration approaching western Serengeti. | Medium | High |
Best value: April to May. 7-Day Northern Circuit from $2,490 pp, lush scenery, very few other vehicles. Best for migration river crossings: August to September (northern Serengeti). Best for families: June to October (dry, comfortable, reliable roads).
How to Get to Tanzania
All Africa Moja Tours Tanzania safaris begin and end in Arusha, with pickup from Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) or Arusha Airport (ARK).
Flights to Kilimanjaro (JRO) from: US (connect via Amsterdam, Istanbul, Doha, or Nairobi), UK (via Amsterdam, Istanbul, or Nairobi, ~10 to 14 hours total), South Africa (Johannesburg direct, ~4 to 5 hours), Europe (Amsterdam, Istanbul, Frankfurt, ~9 to 12 hours), Kenya (Nairobi, ~45 minutes).
| Destination | Distance from Arusha | Drive Time |
|---|---|---|
| Tarangire National Park | ~120 km | 2.5 to 3 hours |
| Lake Manyara National Park | ~130 km | 2.5 to 3 hours |
| Ngorongoro Crater | ~180 km | 3 to 4 hours |
| Serengeti National Park (Seronera) | ~335 km | 7 to 8 hours via Ngorongoro |
| Serengeti (by bush flight) | N/A | 45 to 60 minutes |
Visa: Most US, EU, UK, Canadian, and Australian nationals require a Tanzania tourist visa (~$50 USD), available as an e-visa or on arrival at Kilimanjaro Airport. Apply at least 2 weeks before travel. Vaccinations: Yellow fever required if arriving from certain countries. Malaria prophylaxis strongly recommended. Consult your travel health provider 4 to 6 weeks before departure.
Serengeti vs Ngorongoro: What Is the Difference?
| Factor | Serengeti National Park | Ngorongoro Crater |
|---|---|---|
| Size | 14,763 sq km (vast open plains) | 19 km diameter crater floor |
| Safari style | Full-day drives across vast terrain | Half-day concentrated crater tour |
| Best wildlife | Great Migration, big cats, vast herds | Black rhino, Big Five in one day |
| Atmosphere | Endless horizon, remote camps | Dramatic caldera walls, dense wildlife |
| Nights recommended | 2 to 3 minimum | 1 (most packages) |
| Best for | Migration, photography, predator sightings | Big Five checklist, dramatic scenery |
Most packages combine both. The Serengeti gives you scale and the migration. The Ngorongoro Crater gives you density and the best chance to see black rhino.
Private vs Shared (Budget) Safari
| Factor | Private Safari | Shared Budget Safari |
|---|---|---|
| Vehicle | Your group only | 6 to 7 travelers |
| Guide | Dedicated to your group | Shared with all passengers |
| Departure | Any date you choose | Fixed or flexible dates |
| Pace | Guide adapts to your interests | Schedule-driven |
| Accommodation | Mid-range to luxury lodges | Budget lodges or camping |
| Best for | Families, couples, custom trips | Solo travelers, students, backpackers |
Optional Add-Ons
| Activity | Where | Approx. Cost | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hot air balloon safari | Serengeti | $599 to $649 pp | Sunrise flight with champagne bush breakfast |
| Maasai village visit | Near Ngorongoro | Contact | Cultural interaction, traditional dances, beadwork market |
| Ngorongoro Crater rim hike | Ngorongoro | Contact | Guided walk along the crater rim with views |
| Olduvai Gorge visit | Between Ngorongoro and Serengeti | Contact | Cradle of Mankind archaeological site |
| Zanzibar extension | Post-safari | Contact | 3 to 5 day beach and culture add-on |
| Kilimanjaro day hike | Near Arusha | Contact | Hike to Shira Plateau or Marangu waterfalls |
Frequently Asked Questions
How many days do I need for a Tanzania safari? A minimum of 3 days gives you Ngorongoro Crater and one other park. 5 days is the most popular, covering Tarangire, Serengeti, and Ngorongoro. 7 to 8 days allows deep Serengeti immersion with migration tracking. For Tanzania plus Kenya, plan 10 days.
What is the best time to visit Tanzania? June to October (dry season) offers the best overall game viewing and migration river crossings. January to March is excellent for calving season in the southern Serengeti. April to May has the lowest prices and fewest tourists.
How much does a Tanzania safari cost? The 7-Day Northern Circuit starts at $2,490 per person sharing (April to May) and goes up to $3,990 per person (July to September). Contact Africa Moja Tours for a quote based on your dates and preferences.
What animals will I see? Expect all Big Five (lion, leopard, elephant, rhino, buffalo) plus cheetah, wildebeest, zebra, giraffe, hippo, crocodile, hyena, and over 500 bird species. Ngorongoro offers the highest probability of seeing black rhino.
Do I need a visa for Tanzania? Most US, EU, UK, Canadian, and Australian nationals require a tourist visa. Available online (e-visa) or on arrival at Kilimanjaro Airport for approximately $50 USD.
What is the difference between a fly-in safari and a road safari? A fly-in safari uses an internal bush flight from Arusha directly into the Serengeti, saving 8 to 10 hours of driving. It costs more but gives you extra game drive time and luxury accommodation. Road safaris drive through the Ngorongoro highlands with scenic stops en route.
Can I combine Tanzania with Zanzibar? Yes. Zanzibar is the most popular post-safari extension. Fly from Arusha or Kilimanjaro to Zanzibar for a 3 to 5 day beach holiday.
Can I combine Tanzania with Kenya? Yes. The 10-Day Tanzania and Kenya Combined Safari covers Serengeti, Ngorongoro, and Kenya’s Masai Mara with all cross-border logistics included.
Are Tanzania safaris suitable for children? Yes. The 7-Day Tanzania Family Safari is designed for families with children ages 4 and above. Child-friendly lodges with pools, flexible game drive schedules, and educational activities are included.
Is a hot air balloon safari worth it? A sunrise balloon flight over the Serengeti is one of the most popular optional activities — silently drifting over vast herds, followed by a champagne bush breakfast. Cost is approximately $599 to $649 per person.
How do I book from outside Tanzania? Contact Africa Moja Tours via WhatsApp (+27 11 234 2201), email, or the website enquiry form. Confirm with a deposit via credit card or international bank transfer. All in-country logistics are handled for you.