Tanzania - the North circuit

Taking a safari in the north of Tanzania is quite unlike a "fly-in" safari in the south. A standard mobile driving safari will include all the major parks in a circuit, starting and ending in Arusha.

The Serengeti is undoubtedly the best national park in the north. Bordering the Masaai Mara in Kenya, the Tanzania side is far less touristy and its sheer size means it is possible to spend a long time here without getting bored. This is where most people spend the majority of their safari. Huge expanses of short grass plains make game viewing exceptionally good. The Serengeti is justifiably famous for its huge concentrations of game especially the predators (lion, leopard and cheetah)

The Ngorongoro Crater, although a "must see" , is surprisingly small once inside and most people find that one day is quite sufficient to drive around. It's size compared to the vast expanse of the Serengeti means that you will see many other vehicles, especially in peak season. The Ngorongoro highlands are great for walking and there are many interesting Masaai villages to explore

Lake Manyara is the park which is combined with the Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater to start and / or end the northern circuit. It is a lovely location to walk around the top of the Rift Valley where the views are spectacular

Tarangire is a large and characteristic park reached most easily from Arusha. The largely forested areas and high grasses most of the year make game viewing harder than on the short grass plains of the Serengeti. The Tarangire River cuts a swathe through the middle of the park, allowing for fantastic veiws through the valley.

Recommended Camps & lodges

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	Amazing Tanzania Mobile Safari Camp Safaris are conducted in Land Rovers and temporary camps consists of large walk-in Selous style tents.
	Ndutu Lodge Situated in the Ngorongoro Conservation Area under a canopy of giant acacias overlooking the Soda Lake Ndutu.