Nothern Circuit Destinations
SERENGETI NATIONAL PARK
Endless Plains and the Great Wildebeest Migration
The Serengeti National Park is a Tanzanian national park in the Serengeti ecosystem in the Mara and Simiyu regions. It is both a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a world biosphere reserve. The park is famous for its annual wildebeest migration.
Over 1.5 million wildebeest, along with 200,000 plains zebras, 300,000 Thomson’s and Grant’s gazelles, and tens of thousands of topi and Coke’s hartebeest, traverse the Serengeti-Mara ecosystem every year. Masai giraffes, waterbucks, impalas, common warthogs, and hippopotamuses are also abundant, making the park a wildlife paradise.
Mount Kilimanjaro
Africa’s Roof and Majestic Mountain Treks
Mount Kilimanjaro, the highest peak in Africa, attracts adventurers and trekkers from around the world. The mountain offers multiple trekking routes through diverse landscapes, from tropical forests to alpine deserts, leading to the iconic snow-capped summit. Even day hikes around the base provide incredible views and photo opportunities.
Ngorongoro Crater
A Natural Wonder and Wildlife Sanctuary
Ngorongoro Crater is the world’s largest intact volcanic caldera and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Its unique ecosystem supports a wide variety of wildlife, including lions, elephants, black rhinos, zebras, and flamingos. The Crater’s breathtaking landscapes, with steep walls and a fertile floor, make it one of Africa’s most iconic safari destinations.
Lake Manyara National Park
A Scenic Haven of Wildlife, Forests, and Flamingo-Filled Shores
Lake Manyara National Park is one of Tanzania’s most diverse and picturesque wildlife sanctuaries, stretching from the dramatic Rift Valley escarpment to the sparkling alkaline lake. This compact park is renowned for its lush groundwater forests, acacia woodlands, open floodplains, and the tranquil lake that attracts thousands of flamingos.
The park is famous for its tree-climbing lions, a rare behavior that makes Manyara unique. Elephants thrive in the thick forests, while large troops of baboons are commonly seen along the roadside. Hippos gather in the lake’s pools, and birdlife is exceptional with over 400 recorded species. Giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, buffaloes, and impalas roam the plains, creating a rich and dynamic wildlife experience within a relatively small area.
