Tanzania · Wildlife Safari

3-Day Safari in Tarangire, Lake Manyara and Ngorongoro Crater

3 Days Round trip from Babati Rural Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Scenic game drive in Tarangire National Park among elephant herds and iconic baobab trees
  • 02 Explore Lake Manyara National Park's diverse habitats, rich birdlife, and tree-climbing lions
  • 03 Discover the archaeological wonders of Olduvai Gorge and the Leakeys' human evolution findings
  • 04 Early morning game viewing in the Ngorongoro Conservation Area's wildlife-rich landscapes

This exciting safari takes you to Tarangire National Park, Lake Manyara, and Ngorongoro Crater, three of the best national parks in Tanzania's Northern Circuit. It is a short safari packed with opportunities to experience the best of Africa, from elephant herds and iconic baobab trees to diverse habitats, rich birdlife, and abundant wildlife. Along the way, you will also discover the archaeological significance of Olduvai Gorge and enjoy the picturesque scenery these remarkable places have to offer.

Explore Tarangire, renowned for its large elephant population and iconic baobab trees.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 3 Days
Tour type Private
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Included · Budget
Transport Included
Wheelchair access Yes
Cities Arusha, Babati, Mount Kilimanjaro, Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Lake Manyara, Tarangire National Park
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Tarangire National Park Safari

  • Arrival.
  • Morning:

    • Enjoy breakfast at the lodge.
    • Make a brief stop in Arusha Town for any last-minute purchases before embarking on your safari adventure.
  • Mid-morning:

    • Travel to Tarangire National Park and begin your game drive.
  • Afternoon:

    • Enjoy a picnic lunch in the park.
    • Explore Tarangire, renowned for its large elephant population and iconic baobab trees. The park is at the heart of an annual migration that includes up to 3,000 elephants, 25,000 wildebeest, and 30,000 zebras.
  • Evening:

    • Continue game viewing as you head to your lodge or camp.
    • Dinner and overnight stay at the lodge or camp.
2
Day 02

Lake Manyara National Park Exploration

  • Morning:

    • After breakfast, depart for the tour.
    • Make a stop in Arusha Town for any last-minute purchases before continuing your safari adventure.
  • Midday:

    • Proceed to Lake Manyara National Park.
    • Experience the diverse habitats of Lake Manyara, including acacia woodlands, water forests, baobab-strewn cliffs, and hot springs.
    • Encounter a wide variety of wildlife species and an abundance of birdlife, including the largest concentration of baboons in the world. Keep an eye out for the famous tree-climbing lions.
  • Evening:

    • Enjoy dinner and overnight accommodation at Ngorongoro Farmhouse.

Meals Included: Lunch, dinner, bed, and breakfast.

3
Day 03

Ngorongoro Conservation Area and Olduvai Gorge

  • Morning:

    • Embark on an early morning game drive to explore the area's abundant wildlife.
  • Midday:

    • Depart for the Ngorongoro Conservation Area.
  • Afternoon:

    • Stop over at Olduvai Gorge, renowned for its significant archaeological discoveries by Drs. Lois and Mary Leakey.
    • Learn about the discoveries of 'Nutcracker Man' and 'Handy Man,' which are pivotal to our understanding of human evolution.
  • Late afternoon:

    • Transfer to Ngorongoro Rhino Lodge, your accommodation for the night.
    • Enjoy dinner and spend the night at the lodge.

Meals Included: Lunch, dinner, bed, and breakfast.

Departure - End of Tour

Tarangire National Park, baobab trees, Lake Manyara National Park, Olduvai Gorge

Where this trip takes you

Tarangire National Park, baobab trees, Lake Manyara National Park, Olduvai Gorge

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Babati Rural 6 cities · 3 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Accommodation:
    • Tented camp accommodation
  • Guide:
    • Experienced and qualified safari guides working for the company
  • Meals:
    • Meals as per itinerary
    • All meals during the safari (breakfast, lunch, and dinner)
  • Additional Services:
    • Drinking water is provided
    • Accommodations as mentioned in the itinerary
    • Knowledgeable driver/guide
    • Entrance fees to national parks are included
    • Ngorongoro Crater fee included
    • Birdwatching and game drives are included
    • Fuel included
  • Transport:
    • Private 4x4 custom-built vehicle with an open roof

What's Not Included

  • Flights:
    • Flights are not included in the tour package. Travellers are responsible for booking their flights to and from the destination.
  • Insurance:
    • Travel insurance is not included but is highly recommended for all participants. It is the traveller's responsibility to arrange suitable insurance coverage for the duration of the tour.
  • Optional:
    • Optional activities and excursions may be available at an additional cost.
  • Additional Services:
    • Additional services such as airport transfers, hotel accommodations before or after the tour, and special requests can be arranged upon request.

Know before you go

  • Vegetarian, vegan, and halal food options are available on request. Please inform Migration Venture Africa of your preferred food option.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Kilimanjaro International Airport, Kilimanjaro Airport Road, Tanzania
Tour start
Babati Rural, Tanzania
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 3 days finish where they began, in Babati Rural.

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