The Three Crowns Week
Seven slow days traversing Tarangire baobabs, the volcanic Ngorongoro floor, and the endless central Serengeti plains.
Based on 2 sharing private 4x4 expedition vehicle. Group-size and season adjust the final price.
Expedition Overview
This is the quintessential Northern Circuit expedition, stripped of rushing. We avoid highway hotels and lodge chains, basing each night in small canvas camps nestled right where wildlife drinks and moves at first light.
Route Highlights
- Dense elephant family units wandering along the Tarangire sand river
- Dawn descent onto the caldera floor before dust rises and day crowds arrive
- Two full uninterrupted days in the central Seronera predator river valleys
- Strict group cap of eight with window seat and 360-degree pop-up roof for all
The Trail & Stop Sequence
Arusha Base
Arusha1 nightTarangire River Valley
Tarangire1 nightKaratu Highland Foothills
Ngorongoro1 nightCentral Serengeti Plains
Serengeti3 nightsArusha Base
Tarangire River Valley
Karatu Highland Foothills
Central Serengeti Plains
Day-by-Day Expedition Plan
Morning:We meet at 07:30 in Arusha for a route briefing before driving southwest past Maasai steppe.
Midday:Enter Tarangire through the quiet southern gate. We unpack a hot trail lunch under a shaded tamarind tree while yellow-billed storks wade in the shallows.
Evening:Track an elephant herd heading down to the Tarangire River as the light turns copper across massive red baobabs.
Route Photography Gallery
Field perspectives from this specific itinerary.
Frequently Asked Questions
Practical advice for this specific route.
Price Breakdown
What is Included
- ✓Private 4x4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof
- ✓Dedicated professional Tanzanian expedition guide (certified FGASA / KPSGA equivalents)
- ✓All national park entrance fees, concession fees, and Ngorongoro crater service fees
- ✓All 6 nights accommodation in vetted wilderness camps and boutique cottages
- ✓All meals throughout the route from lunch Day 1 to lunch Day 7
- ✓Filtered drinking water, French press coffee, and field teas in vehicle at all times
- ✓Unlimited mileage on game drives (no daily fuel caps or artificial limits)
- ✓Flying Doctors AMREF emergency medical evacuation coverage
Not Included
- ✕International flights to/from Kilimanjaro (JRO) or Arusha (ARK)
- ✕Tanzanian entry visa ($50 for most nationalities, $100 for US citizens)
- ✕Gratuities for your expedition guide and camp staff (guidelines provided in your pack)
- ✕Travel insurance covering cancellation and trip interruption
- ✕Premium alcoholic spirits and French champagne