Tanzania · Safari

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

3 Days Round trip from Arusha Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Head to the magnificent Ngorongoro Crater
  • 02 Get up close with the Big 5
  • 03 Encounter elephants at Tarangire National Park
  • 04 Spot exotic birds at Lake Manyara

Set off on the Northern Circuit Encounter, a memorable safari through Northern Tanzania's abundance of wildlife and spectacular scenery. Explore Tarangire National Park, Lake Manyara, and the magnificent Ngorongoro Crater, often dubbed "Africa's Garden of Eden." Renowned for maximum game spotting, the crater hosts an abundance of wildlife, including the scarce black rhino, while the journey also brings you close to elephants, diverse birdlife, and breathtaking landscapes.

The elevated structure encourages the animals to settle inside the crater, which means you can spot every member of "The Big 5" in one day.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 3 Days
Tour type Shared
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Included · Budget
Transport Included
Wheelchair access Not applicable
Cities Arusha, Moshi, Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Lake Manyara, Tarangire National Park
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Arusha to Tarangire and Ngorongoro Crater Rim Camp

  • Depart from Moshi in the early hours of the day and drive to Tarangire National Park, where colossal termite mounds and ancient baobab trees await. This park is renowned for its immense elephant population, picturesque scenery, and diverse birdlife. Tarangire is home to enticing wildlife, including elephants, lions, giraffes, warthogs, ostriches, impalas, cheetahs, mongooses, buffaloes, and baboons.
  • When the game drive comes to an end, proceed to the Ngorongoro Crater rim campsite, where you will witness a glorious sunset.

Dinner and overnight.

2
Day 02

Early Game Drive in Ngorongoro Crater

  • Start the day by arriving at the Ngorongoro Crater promptly - early morning game drives provide an excellent opportunity to spot wildlife. Enjoy a wonderful game drive with an appetising picnic lunch inside the crater. The elevated structure encourages the animals to settle inside the crater, which means you can spot every member of "The Big 5" in one day. You can also expect to encounter zebra, hippo, wildebeest, and hyenas.

  • Find flamingos gracefully lounging around Soda Lake, while vultures are always circling discarded prey from a predator. Other birds include storks and geese. Your Tanzania tour guide will be in close contact with the other safari drivers, and his impressive ability to track down hidden animals will help ensure that you have an eventful day.

Have dinner and spend the night at the Fanaka Campsite.

3
Day 03

Lake Manyara Safari and Return to Arusha

  • In the morning, depart for Lake Manyara, where you will spend the day and enjoy a delectable picnic lunch. The park is nestled at the base of the rusty-gold Great Rift Valley escarpment, and the scenic landscape is breathtakingly magnificent. An abundance of species can reside in the park due to its wide range of habitats.
  • End the trip in the late afternoon and proceed to Moshi. Transportation to the airport can be arranged on request.
Tarangire National Park, Ngorongoro Crater, Lake Manyara, Soda Lake

Where this trip takes you

Tarangire National Park, Ngorongoro Crater, Lake Manyara, Soda Lake

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Arusha 5 cities · 3 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Transport in a 4x4 Land Cruiser with an open roof
  • Camping and park fees
  • Tent and mattress
  • English-speaking Tanzanian tour guide
  • 2 breakfasts, 3 lunches, and 2 dinners
  • 1.5 bottles of water per day, plus tea and coffee with meals

What's Not Included

  • Flights
  • Travel insurance
  • Visa and passport fees
  • Increases in park fees where applicable
  • Accommodation and meals in Moshi
  • Personal items
  • Sleeping bag
  • Tips for the safari guide and chef
  • Soda and alcoholic beverages
  • Extra activities (Maasai Village)

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Arusha, Tanzania
Tour start
Arusha, Tanzania
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 3 days finish where they began, in Arusha.

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