Tanzania · Safari

3-Day Tanzania Wildlife Safari with Tarangire and Ngorongoro

3 Days Round trip from Arusha Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Spot Lake Manyara's tree-climbing lions
  • 02 Enjoy exciting game viewing in Tarangire National Park
  • 03 Experience unique wildlife, including rare black rhinos at the Ngorongoro Crater
  • 04 Explore Tarangire's ancient baobab trees and seasonal swamps
  • 05 Look out for dazzling pink flamingos along Lake Manyara's shores

Experience Tanzania's breathtaking beauty and incredible wildlife on this 3-day safari through Tarangire National Park, Lake Manyara National Park, and the Ngorongoro Crater. Immerse yourself in the wonders of the African wilderness as each day reveals new landscapes and memorable wildlife encounters. During the safari drives, you may spot all of the Big Five - lions, leopards, elephants, rhinos, and buffalos.

During the safari drives, you may spot all of the Big Five - lions, leopards, elephants, rhinos, and buffalos.

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 No
Cities Arusha, Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Lake Manyara, Tarangire National Park
Languages English, Swahili

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Arusha to Tarangire National Park Safari

  • Awaken to the sounds of the African bush and prepare for your journey to Tarangire National Park, renowned for its impressive elephant herds. Tarangire is a birdwatcher's paradise, with over 500 bird species calling it home. While on safari, watch for giraffes, zebras, and various antelope species.

  • As you explore Tarangire's unique landscape of ancient baobab trees and seasonal swamps, you will witness the diverse wildlife that thrives in this remarkable ecosystem. After an exhilarating day, retire to your comfortable accommodation nestled in the heart of the park.

2
Day 02

Lake Manyara Safari and Transfer to Ngorongoro

  • On the second day of your safari, venture into the enchanting Lake Manyara National Park. Famous for its tree-climbing lions and dazzling pink flamingos that adorn the lake's shores, this park offers a serene and diverse safari experience.

    As you drive through the lush groundwater forest, keep your binoculars ready to spot colourful birdlife, monkeys, and perhaps even a troop of baboons. Lake Manyara's compact size creates an immersive experience, making it a memorable part of your safari adventure.

  • Finish the game drive at Lake Manyara, and then depart straight to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area for the night at a campsite on the crater rim.

  • In the late afternoon, bid farewell to the enchanting Tanzanian wilderness, with unforgettable memories of encounters with Africa's majestic wildlife and landscapes.

3
Day 03

Ngorongoro Crater Game Drive and Return to Arusha

  • After breakfast, descend 600 m into this magnificent crater for a half-day game drive. The Ngorongoro Crater is one of the world's most densely populated African wildlife areas and is home to an estimated 30,000 animals, including some of Tanzania's last remaining black rhinos. Supported by a year-round water supply and fodder, the crater sustains a wide variety of animals, including herds of wildebeest, zebra, buffalo, eland, warthog, hippo, and giant African elephants. Another major draw of this picturesque national park is its dense predator population, including lions, hyenas, jackals, cheetahs, and the ever-elusive leopard, which sometimes requires a trained eye to spot.

  • Enjoy a picnic lunch in the crater before travelling back to Arusha, ending your three days with an epic safari.

Tarangire National Park's baobab-studded plains, Lake Manyara National Park's flamingo-lined shores, Ngorongoro Crater's wildlife-rich floor

Where this trip takes you

Tarangire National Park's baobab-studded plains, Lake Manyara National Park's flamingo-lined shores, Ngorongoro Crater's wildlife-rich floor

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Arusha 4 cities · 3 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Park fees (for non-residents)
  • All activities (unless labelled as optional)
  • All accommodations, as stated in the itinerary
  • A professional driver/guide
  • All transportation (unless labelled as optional)
  • All taxes/VAT
  • Roundtrip airport transfer
  • All meals
  • Drinking water on all days

What's Not Included

  • All things of a personal nature
  • Tips and gratuities for the guide and cook
  • Visas
  • International flights
  • Laundry services
  • Travel insurance

What to bring

  • Binoculars
  • Warm and cold clothes
  • All things of a personal matter

Know before you go

  • Tanzania is safe and ready for you.

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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