Tanzania · Safari

3-Day Northern Tanzania Safari with Ngorongoro Crater and Tarangire

3 Days Round trip from Arusha Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Spot elephants, lions, giraffes, zebras, and buffaloes across Tarangire, Lake Manyara, and Ngorongoro
02 Descend into Ngorongoro Crater to see the Big Five and rare black rhinoceros
03 Explore diverse ecosystems including savannah, forests, wetlands, and the volcanic crater floor
04 Enjoy scenic picnic lunches and breathtaking views from the crater rim

Embark on a 3-day private safari through Northern Tanzania, exploring Tarangire National Park, Lake Manyara, and Ngorongoro Crater. Witness Tarangire's large elephant herds and iconic baobabs, encounter diverse wildlife and over 500 bird species at Lake Manyara, and descend into Ngorongoro Crater to spot the Big Five and rare black rhinos. Enjoy scenic picnic lunches, expertly guided game drives, and comfortable overnight stays as you experience breathtaking landscapes, rich ecosystems, and unforgettable African wildlife encounters.

Descend 600 meters into Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 3 Days

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Included · Standard

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Yes

Cities Arusha, Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Lake Manyara, Tarangire National Park

Languages English, French, German, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Arusha to Tarangire National Park Safari

Morning - Departure from Arusha and game drive.
Pickup from your hotel in Arusha and drive south toward Tarangire National Park.
Enter the park and explore rolling savannahs dotted with towering baobab trees and seasonal rivers that attract wildlife year-round.
Spot large elephant herds, lions, leopards, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, and a variety of antelope species.
Afternoon - Wildlife exploration and picnic.
Enjoy a picnic lunch inside the park.
Continue afternoon game drives, exploring different areas of the park.
Evening - Transfer to lodge.
Exit the park and drive to your lodge or camp in the Manyara area.
Dinner and overnight at Fig Tree Lodge & Camp.

Day 02

Lake Manyara National Park Safari

Morning - Forest and plains game drive.
After breakfast, depart for Lake Manyara National Park at the base of the Great Rift Valley escarpment.
Explore lush groundwater forests, spotting elephants, blue monkeys, and baboons.
Drive through grassy floodplains and along the lakeshore, observing flamingos, pelicans, storks, and cormorants.
Afternoon - Picnic and final game drive.
Enjoy a picnic lunch inside the park.
Continue game drives, looking for tree-climbing lions and other wildlife.
Evening - Return to lodge.
Drive back to your lodge in the Karatu area.
Dinner and overnight at Peak Hotel.

Day 03

Ngorongoro Crater Safari and Return to Arusha

Morning - Departure and crater rim viewpoint.
Early start to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area.
Stop at the crater rim for breathtaking panoramic views.
Descend 600 meters into Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Midday - Crater game drive and picnic.
Explore the crater floor, home to over 25,000 large mammals.
Spot lions, buffaloes, zebras, wildebeest, hippos, hyenas, and the rare black rhinoceros.
Observe flamingos and other water birds at Lake Magadi.
Enjoy a scenic picnic lunch near the hippo pool.
Afternoon - Ascent and return to Arusha.
Ascend the crater walls and begin the drive back to Arusha.
Arrive in the early evening, concluding the safari with unforgettable wildlife memories.