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Northern Tanzania Highlights - Nimali Camps Circuit

This safari takes you to Tarangire for 2 nights, then you visit the Ngorongoro Crater for a day and lastly you stay 2 nights in central Serengeti and a further 2 nights in Northern Serengeti. The safari takes you to some of the best places in Tanzania to view wildlife in their natural setting.

This itinerary is perfect for those who want to take advantage of the great game-viewing in Tanzania’s flagship national parks, the Serengeti, the Ngorongoro conservation area and Tarangire.  Travellers will stay at Nimali Tarangire in Tarangire National park,  Tloma Lodge – built on the foothills of the highlands of Ngorongoro, with views of coffee plantations and the walls of the crater,  Nimali Central Serengeti Camp and Nimali Mara Camp.

Nimali Tarangire is an exclusive luxury lodge located on the eastern boundary of Tarangire National Park that is renowned for its stunning baobab trees and large concentration of elephants. Nimali Central Serengeti is a tented camp elegantly and comfortably furnished with all the necessary luxuries of a wild yet classic safari. The camp is located in the heart of the Serengeti close to Makoma Hill, offering utter seclusion and great access to the annual migration and the ‘Big 5’.   Nimali Mara Camp is a small, intimate safari camp with only 10 tents. Located about 30 minutes from the Mara River in a small kopje, the camp fits naturally into its surroundings amongst the trees and boulders with an infinity pool set within a natural cave.

Tarangire’s Wildlife Riches: Begin your adventure with a short flight to Tarangire and witness the diverse wildlife of this renowned park, known for its large elephant herds and stunning landscapes.

Exploring on Foot: Immerse yourself in the wild on an exciting morning game walk, an intimate experience that brings you closer to nature and its inhabitants.

Manyara Delights: Enjoy a game drive in Manyara National Park, home to a variety of wildlife, and savor a delightful lunch in the heart of this picturesque reserve.

Ngorongoro Crater: Descend into the iconic Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, for an unforgettable game drive surrounded by dramatic landscapes and abundant wildlife.

Serengeti Safari: Experience the legendary Serengeti, either in the Northern or Central region, depending on the season. Marvel at the awe-inspiring landscapes and partake in thrilling game drives amidst the world’s most renowned wildlife sanctuary.

Price Includes:

  • Road transfer, Kilimanjaro – Tarangire.

  • One-way scheduled flights, Manyara – Serengeti and Serengeti – Kilimanjaro (Baggage allowance of 15Kgs in soft bags, inclusive of hand luggage)

  • All transfers / game drives as mentioned.

  • Park/Conservancy fees.

  • Full board accommodation (Soft drinks, house wine, beer and spirits included only at Nimali Tarangire, Nimali Central and Nimali Mara)

  • Local airstrip transfers and game drives as per the itinerary on shared basis.

  • Flying doctor’s medical evacuation cover.

Price Excludes:

  • International flights.

  • Visas.

  • Travel Insurance.

  • Any personal items or anything not mentioned in the itinerary.

For more  information view the Safari Pricing Guide (PDF) – A detailed breakdown of the safari rates, inclusions, and key details. 

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Tour Experiences

Day 1

Fly into Kilimanjaro International Airport to arrive in the morning or early afternoon (latest by 2.00 pm). Met by a Nimali vehicle and driver-guide for transfer straight to Nimali Tarangire, a journey lasting approximately 3 hours. Evening game drive in the private wildlife concession around the camp. Dinner and overnight at Nimali Tarangire.

Day 2

After breakfast, depart with packed lunches for a full day tour of Tarangire National Park. In the evening, return to Nimali Tarangire for dinner and overnight.

Day 3

Breakfast at the lodge and then depart by 9 am for Ngorongoro, arriving at about 11.15 am. Descend into the Crater for game viewing and a picnic lunch. Later in the afternoon, drive out of the crater and on to  Tloma Lodge for the night. Dinner and overnight at Tloma Lodge.

Day 4

Breakfast at the lodge. Depart by 8.30 am for Manyara, getting there at about 9.15 am. Game drive in Lake Manyara National Park for about 3 hours. Later exit the Park and drive to Manyara airstrip where you will have a picnic lunch while waiting to board the flight. Board the scheduled flight to Seronera, departing at 1.40 pm to arrive at 2.20 pm. Met at the airstrip by a Nimali safari vehicle and driver-guide. Start game viewing in the Serengeti National Park en route to the Nimali Central Serengeti Camp arriving for afternoon tea. Have a further evening game drive from camp followed by dinner and overnight at Nimali Central Serengeti Camp.

Day 5

After breakfast leave for an early morning game drive. Mornings are a great time for watching lions in action and getting a glimpse of the endangered black rhino. Come back to camp for  lunch and relax during the afternoon. Head out for an evening game drive before returning to camp for cocktails and canapés as you watch the sun set. Dinner and over night at Nimali Central Serengeti Camp.

Day 6

Breakfast at camp. Check out and transfer to the airstrip for scheduled flight to Kogatende (flight departs at 09:00 am to arrive at 10:05 am) Met at the airstrip by a Nimali Mara Camp safari vehicle and driver-guide. Start game viewing in the North Serengeti en route to the camp for check in and lunch. Later, enjoy evening game drive. Dinner and overnight at Nimali Mara Camp .

Day 7

A Serengeti game viewing day. After breakfast this morning, enjoy a game drive. The great diversity of Serengeti wildlife is also evident here—look for buffalo, hippopotamus, elephant, giraffe, antelope, Thompson’s and Grant’s gazelle, lions, and in season the spectacular migration of the wildebeest. In late afternoon venture out on another game drive.   Dinner and overnight at Nimali Mara Camp.

Day 8

Breakfast at camp. Check out and transfer to the airstrip for scheduled flight to Kilimanjaro for onward connections (flight departs at 9:45 am to arrive at 12:30 pm, approximately, via Arusha).

Tour Experiences

Day 1

Fly into Kilimanjaro International Airport to arrive in the morning or early afternoon (latest by 2.00 pm). Met by a Nimali vehicle and driver-guide for transfer straight to Nimali Tarangire, a journey lasting approximately 3 hours. Evening game drive in the private wildlife concession around the camp. Dinner and overnight at Nimali Tarangire.

Day 2

After breakfast, depart with packed lunches for a full day tour of Tarangire National Park. In the evening, return to Nimali Tarangire for dinner and overnight.

Day 3

Breakfast at the lodge and then depart by 9 am for Ngorongoro, arriving at about 11.15 am. Descend into the Crater for game viewing and a picnic lunch. Later in the afternoon, drive out of the crater and on to  Tloma Lodge for the night. Dinner and overnight at Tloma Lodge.

Day 4

Breakfast at the lodge. Depart by 8.30 am for Manyara, getting there at about 9.15 am. Game drive in Lake Manyara National Park for about 3 hours. Later exit the Park and drive to Manyara airstrip where you will have a picnic lunch while waiting to board the flight. Board the scheduled flight to Seronera, departing at 1.40 pm to arrive at 2.20 pm. Met at the airstrip by a Nimali safari vehicle and driver-guide. Start game viewing in the Serengeti National Park en route to the Nimali Central Serengeti Camp arriving for afternoon tea. Have a further evening game drive from camp followed by dinner and overnight at Nimali Central Serengeti Camp.

Day 5

After breakfast leave for an early morning game drive. Mornings are a great time for watching lions in action and getting a glimpse of the endangered black rhino. Come back to camp for  lunch and relax during the afternoon. Head out for an evening game drive before returning to camp for cocktails and canapés as you watch the sun set. Dinner and over night at Nimali Central Serengeti Camp.

Day 6

Breakfast at camp. Check out and transfer to the airstrip for scheduled flight to Kogatende (flight departs at 09:00 am to arrive at 10:05 am) Met at the airstrip by a Nimali Mara Camp safari vehicle and driver-guide. Start game viewing in the North Serengeti en route to the camp for check in and lunch. Later, enjoy evening game drive. Dinner and overnight at Nimali Mara Camp .

Day 7

A Serengeti game viewing day. After breakfast this morning, enjoy a game drive. The great diversity of Serengeti wildlife is also evident here—look for buffalo, hippopotamus, elephant, giraffe, antelope, Thompson’s and Grant’s gazelle, lions, and in season the spectacular migration of the wildebeest. In late afternoon venture out on another game drive.   Dinner and overnight at Nimali Mara Camp.

Day 8

Breakfast at camp. Check out and transfer to the airstrip for scheduled flight to Kilimanjaro for onward connections (flight departs at 9:45 am to arrive at 12:30 pm, approximately, via Arusha).

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