Tanzania Safari Circuits Guide
TRAVEL PLANNING REGIONS

Tanzania Safari Circuits
Northern, Southern & Western Routes

Tanzania Safari Circuits: Direct Answer

Tanzania is divided into three primary **Tanzania safari circuits**: the highly-popular **Northern Circuit** (Serengeti, Ngorongoro, Tarangire, Lake Manyara), the wild **Southern Circuit** (Ruaha, Nyerere National Park), and the remote **Western Circuit** (Katavi, Mahale Mountains). The Northern circuit is ideal for first-timers and migration tracking, while Southern and Western circuits suit seasoned travelers seeking solitude and walking tours.

Comparison of Safari Circuits

Northern Safari Circuit

Includes Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater, Tarangire, and Lake Manyara. Accessible by road from Arusha. Home to the Great Migration and the highest predator concentrations. Best for first-timers.

Price Range: USD 150 - USD 1,500+ / day

Southern Safari Circuit

Includes Ruaha and Nyerere (formerly Selous) National Parks. Accessed primarily via light aircraft flights from Dar es Salaam. Famous for wild dogs, boat safaris, walking treks, and absolute silence from mass tourism.

Price Range: USD 450 - USD 1,200+ / day

Western Safari Circuit

Includes Katavi and Mahale Mountains (chimp tracking). Highly remote, requiring chartered flights. Offers wild, isolated, and exclusive encounters with pristine natural habitats.

Price Range: USD 700 - USD 1,800+ / day
Explore Safari Itineraries Build a Custom Circuit Route

Quick Links: