SIGNATURE NORTHERN CIRCUIT 2026

Tarangire • Central Serengeti • Ngorongoro Crater • 7 Days / 6 Nights

Signature Tier Lemala Collection Full Board (FB)

Overview

The Signature Northern Circuit uses the luxurious Lemala lodge portfolio — exclusive, beautifully designed boutique camps located in the best wildlife regions. Expect elevated guiding, generous suite-style tents and villas, refined dining, and premium service throughout.

Lemala’s properties are positioned for unbeatable access: Mpingo Ridge overlooking the Tarangire Valley, Nanyukie in the predator-rich central Serengeti, and Lemala Ngorongoro with its private access route to the crater floor.

Primary Lodges:
Lemala Mpingo Ridge (2 nights) • Lemala Nanyukie Lodge (3 nights) • Lemala Ngorongoro Tented Camp (1 night)

Itinerary

Day 1 – Lemala Mpingo Ridge (Tarangire National Park) FB

Stay: Lemala Mpingo Ridge Lodge — Suite

Your day: Travel from Arusha into Tarangire, arriving to sweeping views across the valley from your elevated position at Mpingo Ridge. Relax on your private deck or enjoy a dip in your suite’s soaking tub overlooking the landscape.

The lodge offers outstanding guiding, refined dining, and a calm, serene atmosphere perfect for easing into your safari.

Included: Road transfer • Park fees • All meals

Day 3 – Lemala Nanyukie Lodge (Central Serengeti) FB

Stay: Lemala Nanyukie Lodge — Suite

Your day: Drive into the heart of the Serengeti, optionally visiting Olduvai Gorge on the way (additional cost). Arrive at Nanyukie, set beside classic golden-grass plains with exceptional big-cat sightings year-round.

The lodge blends natural textures with contemporary luxury — private plunge pools, deep sofas, wide decks, and some of the region’s best service standards.

Included: Road transfer • All meals • Park fees

Day 6 – Lemala Ngorongoro Tented Camp (Ngorongoro Crater) FB

Stay: Lemala Ngorongoro Tented Camp — Safari Tent

Your day: Travel from the Serengeti to the Ngorongoro highlands. Lemala Ngorongoro sits in an ancient acacia forest with direct access to the crater via the exclusive Lemala route — allowing early entry to the crater floor with minimal traffic.

Enjoy fireside drinks, spacious tents, and the signature Lemala hospitality that makes this camp one of the most strategically located in Tanzania.

Included: Road transfer • All meals • Park fees

Rates (USD) — Per Person

• Full Board • Using Lemala Mpingo Ridge, Lemala Nanyukie & Lemala Ngorongoro

Travel Dates (2026)	1 pax	2 pax	3 pax	4 pax	5 pax	6 pax
01 Jan – 05 Jan	$13,800	$9,300	$8,900	$8,700	$8,600	$8,500
06 Jan – 28 Feb	$7,900	$6,600	$6,200	$5,900	$5,800	$5,700
01 Mar – 31 May	$7,400	$5,600	$5,100	$4,900	$4,800	$4,700
01 Jun – 30 Sep	$14,000	$9,900	$9,500	$9,300	$9,100	$9,100
01 Oct – 19 Dec	$8,900	$6,900	$6,500	$6,300	$6,200	$6,100
20 Dec – 06 Jan	$14,000	$9,900	$9,500	$9,300	$9,100	$9,100

Festive Supplements:
Christmas & New Year: +$35 per person per night (1 Jan, 24–26 Dec, 31 Dec).
Easter (4 nights): +$35 per person per night.

What’s Included

Accommodation at Lemala Mpingo Ridge, Lemala Nanyukie & Lemala Ngorongoro
All road transfers and game drives in a luxury 4×4 vehicle
Professional English-, French- or German-speaking driver-guides
All park fees, concession fees, and government levies
Full Board meal plan (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
Guaranteed window seats (max 6 per vehicle)
Onboard fridge with cold drinks, first-aid kit, wildlife books, HF radio
VAT & tourism levies

What’s Excluded

Personal expenses (laundry, phone, shopping)
Tips and gratuities
Premium beverages
Optional excursions (balloon safaris, Olduvai Gorge, etc.)
International and domestic flights
Visa costs (US$50 per person; US passport holders US$100)
Travel insurance
Flying Doctors cover (optional ~US $50pp for 14 days)
Airport transfers to/from Kilimanjaro International Airport

Transfers

Day 1: Arusha → Lemala Mpingo Ridge (Tarangire)

Day 3: Lemala Mpingo Ridge → Lemala Nanyukie (Serengeti)

Day 6: Lemala Nanyukie → Lemala Ngorongoro

Day 7: Lemala Ngorongoro → Arusha

Good to Know

Packing: Neutral clothes, warm layers for Ngorongoro, comfortable shoes, hat, sunscreen, and soft bags.

Power & Wi-Fi: 230V, British 3-pin plugs. Wi-Fi available in common areas but may be intermittent.

Tipping: Around US $15–20 per guest per day for your guide. Staff gratuities at your discretion.

Wildlife: Wildlife is wild — sightings vary, but Lemala regions offer some of East Africa’s richest game viewing.

Your Vehicle

Signature safaris use premium 4×4 vehicles with enhanced comfort, visibility, and amenities.

Signature Safari Vehicle

Seating capacity: max 6 guests
Reclining seats with extra legroom
Onboard fridge with chilled drinks
Individual charging ports
Pop-up roof for photography

Optional Extras

Add-on experiences available on request (rates depend on season and availability):

Hot-air balloon safari (Serengeti)
Zanzibar beach extension
Private photographic guide
Cultural visits in Ngorongoro
Walking safaris (Tarangire/Ngorongoro)

Travel Information

About Tanzania

Tanzania combines legendary wildlife with diverse landscapes, from baobab plains to volcanic craters and endless savannah. Home to the Serengeti, Tarangire, and the Ngorongoro Crater, it remains one of the world’s most rewarding safari destinations.