Tanzania · Safari

3-Day Tanzania Safari through Arusha, Tarangire and Lake Manyara

3 Days Round trip from Arusha Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 See Mount Meru, Momela Lakes, and Ngurdoto Crater
  • 02 Enjoy game drives across three national parks
  • 03 Explore Tarangire's ancient baobab trees and vast elephant population
  • 04 Spot black and white colobus monkeys in Arusha National Park
  • 05 Look out for Lake Manyara's legendary tree-climbing lions and rich birdlife

This three-day tour through Arusha National Park, Tarangire National Park, and Lake Manyara National Park offers a series of remarkable experiences in a short time. Discover the tranquil shores of Lake Momela and Ngurdoto Crater in Arusha National Park, explore Tarangire's ancient baobab trees and vast elephant population, and enjoy the picturesque scenery of Lake Manyara at the base of the Great Rift Valley escarpment. Along the way, look out for black and white colobus monkeys, legendary tree-climbing lions, and an impressive variety of birdlife.

It is a different sensation, feeling Africa's vibrant pulse through the soles of your shoes.

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 Not applicable
Cities Arusha, Lake Manyara, Tarangire National Park, Arusha National Park
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Arusha National Park, Lake Momela and a Guided Nature Walk

  • We will pick you up early at dawn and head to the beguiling and often overlooked Arusha National Park. Arusha is a jewel of Tanzania, with varied plant and animal life that will make you hold your breath. You will explore the shores of tranquil Lake Momela, which reflects the colours of the sky in its still waters, and experience the vibrancy of the bronzed bush, where Ngurdoto Crater buffalo, waterbuck, giraffe, warthogs, zebra, and gazelle busy themselves. These animals are residents throughout the year, so you are bound to see diverse wildlife everywhere you turn.
  • The elusive leopards and elephants tend to be shy at Arusha, but there is a good chance of spotting them. You will also have a chance to set out on foot for a fascinating walk. It is a different sensation, feeling Africa's vibrant pulse through the soles of your shoes. At a slower pace, you can begin to understand Africa.
  • You will get close to the flora and fauna while staying safe, accompanied by an armed ranger who will guide you through lush forest to the clear springs of a sparkling waterfall. Arusha National Park's rangers are highly knowledgeable. As you stroll, you will learn so much about the biodiversity of the park, and you may instantly spot a troop of black and white colobus monkeys, famous in the park for their acrobatics.
  • In the evening, you will drive back to Arusha.

Accommodation: It depends on your selection of Budget, Mid-range & Luxury hotels.

Meals: Water is included with all meals (other drinks are not included).

2
Day 02

Tarangire National Park Wildlife Drive and Transfer to Lake Manyara

  • We will leave Arusha for Tarangire National Park, where we will begin exploring the gigantic termite mounds and ancient baobab trees. This park is famously known for its many bird species and vast population of elephants. There are regular sightings of relentless lions, giraffes, warthogs, ostriches, impalas, cheetah, mongoose, buffaloes, and mischievous baboons.
  • After viewing the wildlife in Tarangire, we will continue our journey to our next highlight, Lake Manyara National Park.

Dinner and overnight stay.

Accommodation: Relying on your selection of Budget, Mid-range & Luxury hotels.

Meals: Water is included with all meals (other drinks are not included).

3
Day 03

Lake Manyara National Park and Return to Arusha

  • After breakfast, you will be driven to Lake Manyara. Nestled at the base of the Great Rift Valley escarpment, Lake Manyara National Park offers picturesque and diverse scenery.
  • We will have a picnic lunch in the beautiful park. Its varied habitats, including rainforest, the Soda Lake, and savannah, support a highly diverse ecosystem. With over four hundred bird species, some of which are migratory, the reserve is a birdwatcher's delight. Lake Manyara is home to the legendary tree-climbing lions, as well as buffalo, elephants, giraffes, impalas, and hippos.
  • We will be back in Arusha in the late afternoon.
Lake Momela, Ngurdoto Crater, Tarangire National Park baobabs, Lake Manyara National Park at the Great Rift Valley escarpment

Where this trip takes you

Lake Momela, Ngurdoto Crater, Tarangire National Park baobabs, Lake Manyara National Park at the Great Rift Valley escarpment

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

  • Transport in a 4x4 Land Cruiser with an open roof
  • Park fees
  • Campsites/lodge
  • Professional English-speaking safari guide and chef
  • Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
  • 1.5 bottles of water per day

What's Not Included

  • Flights (international and domestic)
  • Travel insurance and medical insurance
  • Visas
  • Personal items
  • Tips for the safari guide and chef
  • Additional park fees

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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