Tanzania · Safari

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

3 Days Round trip from Arusha Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Observe the landscapes of Momella Lakes and Ngurdoto Crater
02 Experience Tarangire's different hills and ancient baobab trees
03 Spot Tarangire's giant elephants and a wide variety of bird species
04 Marvel at Ngorongoro's extensive birdlife, including geese, storks, vultures, and flamingos

Embark on a 3-day Tanzania safari to Arusha National Park, Tarangire National Park, and Ngorongoro Crater for a rewarding wildlife experience in a short travel time. Explore African wildlife and landscapes rich in animal and plant life, from the Momella Lakes and Ngurdoto Crater in Arusha National Park to Tarangire's savannah plains and ancient baobab trees. Tarangire National Park is known worldwide for its large herds of elephants, while the Ngorongoro Conservation Area is famous for its Big Five.

You will also pass under a fig tree (Ficus thonningii) large enough for a safari jeep to drive beneath, where you may wish to stop for photos.

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, Arusha National Park

Languages English, Swahili

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Arusha National Park Game Drive from Arusha

Accommodation: Arusha Hotel
Depart your hotel in Arusha or Moshi in the morning after breakfast and drive to Arusha National Park. Upon entering the park, embark on a game drive to various attractions such as Momella Lakes and Ngurdoto Crater. You will also pass under a fig tree (Ficus thonningii) large enough for a safari jeep to drive beneath, where you may wish to stop for photos. At noon, you will be taken to a picnic area for lunch. At 4 pm, leave Arusha National Park and return to your hotel in Arusha.

Day 02

Tarangire National Park and Overnight Near Ngorongoro

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 the park's different hills and ancient baobab trees. Tarangire National Park is known for its variety of bird species and its extensive population of giant elephants. Animals such as lions, giraffes, warthogs, ostriches, impalas, cheetahs, mongooses, buffalo, and mischievous baboons can also be spotted. After observing wildlife in Tarangire National Park, continue to the next stage of the package toward Ngorongoro Crater for rest, a shower, dinner, and overnight accommodation.

Day 03

Ngorongoro Crater Safari and Return to Arusha

Drive early from your accommodation after breakfast to Ngorongoro Crater through the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Because of its elevated landscape, animals do not frequently enter and exit the crater. This makes it possible to spot members of the Big Five, including buffalo, elephant, rhino, lion, and leopard, within the area. Other wild animals you may see include zebra, hippo, wildebeest, and hyena. Ngorongoro Crater is also characterized by an extensive bird population, including geese, storks, vultures, and flamingos at Soda Lake on the crater's rim. After the tour, return to Arusha.