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5-Day Standard Birding Trip in Tanzania – Northern Circuit

5 days
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From Arusha National Park to Arusha
5.0
40 traveler reviews
  • Hornbill bird perched with a berry in its beak
  • A flock of pink flamingos taking flight over a lake
  • Close-up of a bird of prey perched on a bush
  • Hippopotamus in water displaying open mouth, surrounded by birds
  • Two birds with crests sitting together against a blue sky background
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  • Zebras walking with a scenic backdrop of hills and flamingos
  • Flock of flamingos standing in shallow water
  • Close-up of a brightly colored bird perched on a branch
  • Group of pelicans standing in water with a natural background
  • Zebras and wildebeest walking with a backdrop of flamingos
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Operator
Lights on Africa Destinations & Safaris
Safari
Get up close with wildlife in the heart of nature
Private Tour
Travel exclusively with your friends and family
Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Guided in English
Other languages on offer: German, French, Spanish
All Ages Welcome

Animals You Might See

  • Elephant
    Elephant
  • Buffalo
    Buffalo
  • Lion
    Lion
  • Wildebeest
    Wildebeest
  • Zebra
    Zebra
  • Giraffe
    Giraffe
  • Hippo
    Hippo
  • Hyena
    Hyena
  • Leopard
    Leopard
  • Cheetah
    Cheetah
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Highlights

  • Explore bird species in Arusha National Park
  • Spot elephants and big cats in northern Tanzania
  • Discover tree-climbing lions at Lake Manyara
  • Tour the Ngorongoro Crater and see the BIG 5
  • Trek through highlands with an armed ranger

Itinerary

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  1. Introduction
  1. Day 1 Arusha National Park (30km – 45mins drive)
  2. Day 2 Birding and game viewing in Tarangire National Park
  3. Day 3 Birding in Lake Manyara National Park
  4. Day 4 Ngorongoro crater floor tour
  5. Day 5 Ngorongoro highland birding experience then drive back to Arusha City
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What's Included

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  • Accommodation
  • Guide
  • Meals
  • Additional Services
  • Transport
  • Free eSIM
    TourRadar offers the lead traveler (the person who booked) a free 1GB eSIM for the trip. The eSIM is redeemable only through the TourRadar app 72 hours before departure.

What's Not Included

  • Flights
  • Insurance
  • Optional
  • Additional Services

Where You'll Stay

All accommodations are subject to change
  • Outpost Lodge

    Outpost Lodge or Similar.

    Lodge
    day 1
    Upgrade Available
  • Marera Valley Lodge - Karatu

    Marera Valley Lodge - Karatu or similar.

    Lodge
    Days 2, 3, 4
    Upgrade Available

Operated by

Lights on Africa Destinations & Safaris

5.0
(40 reviews)

Number of tours

108

Age Range

3 to 81 years old

Response time

within 1 day

Response rate

67%

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Customer Reviews

  • Marcus
    · August 29th, 2025
    Our 6-day Wildebeest Migration in Ndutu Area - Calving Season tour was a great experience. Lights on Africa Destinations & Safaris perfectly summed up our trip. From Arusha to Tarangire, Karatu, Ngorongoro, Ndutu Lake and Serengeti - the joy of seeing wildlife in every place was indescribable. The sight of thousands of wildebeest giving birth, especially in the Ndutu area, is truly unforgettable. Our guides were experienced and courteous, the hotels were also comfortable and the food was quality. This trip will be a memorable one for our family.
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  • Kevin
    · August 26th, 2025
    Our 8 day Royal Tour in Tanzania was an amazing experience. From the beginning, we were warmly welcomed in Arusha. As soon as you enter the Tarangire National Park, huge herds of elephants, giraffes and innumerable wild animals come in front of you. In the days that followed, we were overwhelmed by the sight of lions, cheetahs, hyenas, and thousands of wildebeest in Serengeti National Park. The moment of entering the Ngorongoro Crater was not only like Bhola, there was also a chance to see the Black Rhino. Finally, in the Lake Manyara National Park, lions and beautiful flamingos sitting on the branches of trees complete our tour. The guide was very knowledgeable and friendly throughout the trip.
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  • Fabian
    · August 23rd, 2025
    We, along with a few friends, took part in a 3-day safari with Light on Africa Destinations & Safaris, which was planned as Arusha → Tarangire → Lake Manyara → Ngorongoro Crater. We had a lot of fun on this little trip together. At night, it was fun, and during the day, it was all about wildlife. Our guide was very experienced; he would easily find animals and share interesting information about each place. The huge elephant herd in Tarangire, the colorful birds of Lake Manyara and the magnificent view of the Ngorongoro Crater are still remembered. This safari will definitely be a great experience for those who want to enjoy the original beauties of Tanzania in less time.
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Dates & Availability

5 days
5-Day Standard Birding Trip in Tanzania – Northern Circuit
From Arusha National Park to Arusha

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