Tanzania · Safari

3-Day Tanzania Group Safari to Tarangire, Ngorongoro and Manyara

3 Days Round trip from Babati Rural Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Explore giant baobab landscapes and elephant herds in Tarangire National Park
02 Descend into the wildlife-rich floor of Ngorongoro Crater
03 Discover tree-climbing lions and vibrant birdlife at Lake Manyara National Park
04 Spot the legendary Big Five across Tanzania's iconic northern safari circuit

Discover Tanzania's remarkable wildlife on this 3-day group safari to Tarangire National Park, Ngorongoro Crater, and Lake Manyara National Park. Spot the Big Five, witness vast elephant herds, and explore diverse landscapes from baobab-dotted savannahs to lush crater floors and flamingo-filled lakes. Enjoy expertly guided game drives, scenic highland views, and comfortable lodge stays near Karatu. This immersive safari from Arusha offers exceptional wildlife encounters and unforgettable moments in East Africa's iconic national parks.

Spot the Big Five, witness vast elephant herds, and explore diverse landscapes from baobab-dotted savannahs to lush crater floors and flamingo-filled lakes.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 3 Days

Tour type Shared

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Included · Standard

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Yes

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

Languages English, French, Italian, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Arusha to Tarangire Through Maasai Country

Begin your safari adventure with a scenic drive from Arusha through lush countryside, local farms, and traditional Maasai villages.
Arrive at Tarangire National Park and enjoy an exciting game drive across its rolling savannah landscapes.
Spot majestic baobab trees, large elephant herds, lions, leopards, giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, and diverse birdlife.
Pause for a picnic lunch inside the park, surrounded by breathtaking wilderness scenery.
Continue your afternoon game drive along the Tarangire River as the golden light settles over the plains.
Proceed to Karatu in the evening for relaxation in the Ngorongoro Highlands.

Accommodation: Marera Valley Lodge
Meals: Lunch and Dinner

Day 02

Ngorongoro Crater Big Five Safari

Depart after an early breakfast and drive towards the spectacular Ngorongoro Crater.
Descend over 600 metres into the vast caldera and take in breathtaking panoramic views.
Enjoy a full-day game drive across the crater floor, home to one of Africa's highest concentrations of wildlife.
Search for the Big Five, including lion, elephant, buffalo, leopard, and the rare black rhino, along with zebras, wildebeests, hippos, and abundant birdlife.
Stop for a picnic lunch near the hippo pool, surrounded by remarkable natural scenery.
Ascend the crater walls in the late afternoon and return to Karatu for the evening.

Accommodation: Marera Valley Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Day 03

Lake Manyara Wildlife Drive and Return to Arusha

Depart after breakfast and drive to Lake Manyara National Park, located at the base of the Great Rift Valley escarpment.
Enjoy a morning game drive through groundwater forests, open grasslands, and acacia woodlands.
Look out for tree-climbing lions, large troops of baboons, elephants, giraffes, hippos, impalas, and vibrant birdlife, including flamingos along the lakeshore.
Pause for a picnic lunch inside the park, surrounded by scenic natural beauty.
Begin your return journey to Arusha with drop-off at your preferred location or the airport for your onward flight.

Accommodation: N/A
Meals: Breakfast and Lunch