Tanzania · Luxury Safari

3-Day Luxury Safari in Tanzania with Tarangire and Ngorongoro Crater

3 Days Round trip from Babati Rural Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Explore Tarangire National Park's towering baobab trees, colossal termite mounds, and immense elephant population
  • 02 Spot Africa's Big 5 in the Ngorongoro Crater, the world's largest un-flooded, unbroken caldera
  • 03 Discover Lake Manyara's dramatic Great Rift Valley setting and its rich birdlife, including pink-hued flamingos
  • 04 Enjoy a luxurious safari with scenic game drives, picnic lunches, and glorious sunset views

Embark on a 3-day exhilarating safari adventure through the wild landscapes of Tanzania, exploring Tarangire National Park, the awe-inspiring Ngorongoro Crater, and picturesque Lake Manyara. Encounter colossal baobab trees, abundant elephants, and diverse birdlife in Tarangire, then marvel at the world's largest unbroken caldera, where the Big 5 and other wildlife roam. Conclude amid the breathtaking scenery of Lake Manyara, where flamingos and other water birds thrive beneath the dramatic Great Rift Valley escarpment, while enjoying a luxurious safari experience throughout.

Embark on a 3-day exhilarating safari adventure through the wild landscapes of Tanzania, exploring Tarangire National Park, the awe-inspiring Ngorongoro Crater, and picturesque Lake Manyara.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 3 Days
Tour type Private
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Included · Luxury
Transport Included
Wheelchair access Not applicable
Cities Arusha, Babati, Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Lake Manyara, Tarangire National Park
Languages English, French, German, Spanish, Swahili

Day by day

The itinerary

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Day 01

Arusha to Tarangire National Park Safari

  • We will depart from Arusha in the early hours of the day and drive to Tarangire National Park, where colossal termite mounds and ancient baobab trees await us. This park is renowned for its immense elephant population, picturesque scenery, and diverse birdlife. Tarangire's enticing wildlife includes elephants, lions, giraffes, warthogs, ostriches, impalas, cheetahs, mongoose, buffaloes, and baboons.
  • When our game drive comes to an end, we will proceed to Nimali Tarangire Luxury Camp for dinner and an overnight stay, where we will witness the glorious sunset.
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Day 02

Ngorongoro Crater Big 5 Game Drive

  • We will have a timely start to the day to ensure that we arrive at the Ngorongoro Crater promptly - early morning game drives provide an excellent opportunity to spot wildlife.
  • We will enjoy a wonderful game drive with an appetizing picnic lunch inside the crater.
  • The elevated structure encourages the animals to settle inside the crater, which means you are capable of spotting every member of the 'Big 5' in one day. The Big 5 tend to dominate the savannah and consist of buffalo, lions, elephants, rhinos, and leopards.
  • The Ngorongoro Crater developed its structure nearly three million years ago when a colossal volcano erupted, making it the largest un-flooded, unbroken caldera in the world. You can also expect to encounter zebra, hippo, wildebeest, and hyenas.
  • You will find flamingos gracefully lounging around the Soda Lake, while vultures are always crowding around the discarded prey of a predator. Other birds include storks and geese.
  • Your guide will be in close contact with the other safari drivers, and his impressive ability to track down hidden animals will ensure that you have an eventful day.

We will have dinner and spend the night at Escarpment Luxury Lodge.

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Day 03

Lake Manyara Safari and Return to Arusha

  • In the morning, we will depart for Lake Manyara to spend the day and enjoy a delectable picnic lunch. The park is nestled at the base of the rusty gold Great Rift Valley escarpment, and the scenic landscape is breathtakingly magnificent. An abundance of species can reside in the park due to the wide range of habitats.
  • The park's record consists of over 380 species of birds, some of which are migratory, making it the ideal location for birdwatchers. Thousands of pink-hued flamingos occupy the margin of the lake, while other large water birds include pelicans, storks, and cormorants. The wildlife you can expect to see includes buffalo, elephants, giraffes, impalas, and the ferocious hippos that inhabit the water.
  • Your trip will come to an end in the late afternoon, and you will be transferred to Arusha for your onward flight.

Alternatively, continue to your booked hotel for an overnight stay in Arusha.

End of tour.

Tarangire National Park baobab trees, Ngorongoro Crater and Soda Lake wildlife, Lake Manyara beneath the Great Rift Valley escarpment

Where this trip takes you

Tarangire National Park baobab trees, Ngorongoro Crater and Soda Lake wildlife, Lake Manyara beneath the Great Rift Valley escarpment

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Babati Rural 5 cities · 3 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • All applicable park entry fees as per the program
  • Government taxes & local levies
  • Unlimited game drives/all activities (unless labeled as optional)
  • Services of an English-speaking professional driver-guide
  • All taxes/VAT
  • Pick-up and drop-off at the airport
  • Picnic lunch or hot lunch on safari, depending on the onward program
  • Meals on a full-board basis and accommodation on safari as indicated in the shared program
  • Unlimited drinking water (as specified in the day-by-day section)
  • Refreshments during safari in the safari vehicle
  • Private transport in a customized pop-up-top 4x4 safari Land Cruiser with plugs to charge mobile phones and cameras, an intercooler to keep drinks cold, and a full AC system

What's Not Included

  • International flights (from/to home)
  • Domestic flight
  • Medical/luggage insurance
  • Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
  • Tips (tipping guideline: US$10-$20 per person per day)
  • Personal items (souvenirs, travel insurance, visa entry fees upon arrival at the airport, etc.)
  • Government-imposed increases in taxes and/or park fees
  • Any extra orders at meals are not included
  • Set menu meals are part of the package

What to bring

  • Camera and memory cards
  • Sweater or fleece pullover to keep warm
  • Sturdy boots or sandals
  • Sun hat
  • Sunglasses
  • T-shirts or polo shirts (2-5, depending on how often you want to change)
  • Sleeve shirts (lightweight)
  • Shorts
  • Long trousers
  • Socks
  • Sleepwear
  • Travel towel
  • Thermal underwear, gloves, and a warm hat (during May-Sept)
  • Raincoat and rain trousers (during the rainy season, Mar-May and Oct-Dec)
  • Binoculars
  • Sunscreen
  • Wet wipes
  • Insect repellent
  • Personal toiletries (soap, shampoo, toothbrush, eye drops, etc.)
  • Malaria tablets
  • Flashlight or headlamp
  • Chargers and extra batteries for your camera, phone, etc.
  • The power adapter to fit the UK-style electrical socket

Know before you go

  • This tour starts and ends in Arusha.
  • The operator can help select your international or domestic flights, but you must book them yourself.
  • Fly to/from Kilimanjaro Airport (JRO - check price) near Arusha. Or fly to/from Arusha Airport (ARK - check price) via Dar es Salaam or Nairobi (Kenya).
  • A transfer from and back to the airport is included.
  • Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost.

Our three-day Northern Circuit Encounter is a memorable experience of Northern Tanzania's abundance of wildlife and spectacular scenery. Dubbed 'Africa's Garden of Eden', the Ngorongoro Crater hosts an abundance of wildlife, including the exceptionally rare black rhino, and it is renowned for maximum game spotting. Exploring the vast plains of savannah in Tarangire National Park and tranquil game drives along the shallow waters of Lake Manyara will leave you feeling enchanted and revitalized.

  • Lake Manyara
  • Ngorongoro Crater
  • Tarangire river
  • Baobab tree
  • Rift valley

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Arusha, 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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Estimated room rates

Single Room $1,553.00 — $3,256.00
Double Sharing $1,553.00 — $2,033.00

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