Tanzania · Safari

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

3 Days Round trip from Arusha Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Explore Tarangire's ancient baobab landscape and giant elephant herds
02 Look for Big Five wildlife in the Ngorongoro Crater
03 Observe thousands of pink flamingos at Lake Manyara
04 Enjoy game drives across three of northern Tanzania's iconic parks

Embark on an unforgettable experience of spectacular wildlife and landscapes in northern Tanzania. Home to rare black rhinos, Ngorongoro Crater is known for its world-class game-viewing adventures, while Tarangire National Park offers savannah plains, ancient baobab trees, and a remarkable population of giant elephants. Complete the journey at Lake Manyara National Park, where magnificent scenery and rich birdlife, including thousands of pink flamingos, make the adventure unforgettable.

Thousands of pink flamingos populate the lake, while other waterfowl include pelicans, storks, and cormorants.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 3 Days

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Yes

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

Languages English, Swahili

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Moshi/Arusha to Tarangire National Park

Accommodation: Client's selection of public campsite, tented campsite, or lodge.
We start early in the morning after breakfast and drive by jeep to Tarangire National Park. On arrival, experience its rolling hills and ancient baobab trees. Tarangire National Park is known for its variety of bird species and extensive population of giant elephants. Animals such as lions, giraffes, warthogs, ostriches, impalas, cheetahs, mongooses, buffalo, and mischievous baboons can be spotted here. After wildlife viewing in Tarangire National Park, we continue to the next stage of the package at Ngorongoro Crater for rest, a shower, dinner, and overnight accommodation.

Day 02

Ngorongoro Crater Safari via the Conservation Area

Accommodation: Client's selection of public campsite, tented campsite, or lodge.
After breakfast, we drive early from your accommodation to Ngorongoro Crater through the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Because of its elevated landscape, animals do not frequently enter and leave the crater, which increases your chances of spotting all members of the Big Five in a single day, including buffalo, elephant, rhino, lion, and leopard. Other wildlife you may see includes zebra, hippo, wildebeest, and hyena. Ngorongoro Crater is also characterized by an extensive bird population, including geese, storks, vultures, and flamingos around Soda Lake on the crater floor. After the safari, we drive straight to Lake Manyara for dinner and an overnight stay.

Day 03

Lake Manyara National Park to Moshi/Arusha

Early in the morning after breakfast, we make our way to Lake Manyara National Park, where we spend the day on game drives and enjoy a picnic lunch. Located at the foot of the Great Rift Valley, Lake Manyara National Park offers magnificent scenery. A wide range of habitats supports a variety of species, making the park especially inspiring for photographers and birdwatchers. Thousands of pink flamingos populate the lake, while other waterfowl include pelicans, storks, and cormorants. Wildlife you may see includes buffalo, elephant, giraffe, impala, and wild hippos living in the water. Our journey ends in the late afternoon, and we proceed to Moshi/Arusha.