Tanzania · Safari

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

3 Days Round trip from Arusha Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Experience close encounters with Africa's Big Five animals on safari
  • 02 Visit the UNESCO-listed Ngorongoro Crater, home to diverse wildlife year-round
  • 03 Explore Tarangire National Park, renowned for its elephant herds and stunning landscapes
  • 04 Discover the unique fauna of Lake Manyara, including the famous tree-climbing lions

Embark on a 3-day safari adventure through Tanzania's breathtaking wilderness. Explore the elephant-rich savannas of Tarangire, marvel at Ngorongoro's vast caldera teeming with diverse wildlife, and discover Lake Manyara's iconic tree-climbing lions and playful baboons.

This park constitutes the largest uninterrupted caldera in the world and is one of the natural wonders of Africa, with about 30,000 large mammals resident all year round, such as buffaloes, lions, elephants, cheetahs, and rhinos, as well as many varieties of birds, including flamingos, eagles, and buzzards.

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, Mount Kilimanjaro, Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Lake Manyara, Tarangire National Park
Languages English, French, German, Spanish, Swahili

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Arusha to Tarangire National Park Safari

  • Embark on a stunning ride to Tarangire National Park with lunch boxes after an early morning pick-up from your resort or the airport. After the wildlife drive, we make our way back for a restful night.
  • Known for its vast herds of elephants, Tarangire National Park features a variety of environments, including savannas and seasonal wetlands, while the Tarangire River meanders through the parklands. A lion hunting its prey or a leopard lounging in the branches above might be among the experiences we have.
  • After the wildlife drives are complete, we'll travel to your lodge for dinner, rest, and the night.

Accommodation: Africa Safari Karatu

2
Day 02

Ngorongoro Crater Game Drive

  • After breakfast, depart for Ngorongoro for a game drive inside Ngorongoro Crater while carrying lunch boxes.
  • This park constitutes the largest uninterrupted caldera in the world and is one of the natural wonders of Africa, with about 30,000 large mammals resident all year round, such as buffaloes, lions, elephants, cheetahs, and rhinos, as well as many varieties of birds, including flamingos, eagles, and buzzards.
  • Be ready to see many animals here within a short time.

Accommodation: Africa Safari Karatu

3
Day 03

Lake Manyara National Park and Transfer

  • After breakfast, depart for Lake Manyara National Park for game drives while carrying lunch boxes. Once we finish the game drive, we will transfer you to Arusha or Kilimanjaro Airport, where the safari ends.
  • The park is famous for its arboreal lions, which hide among the branches of the trees, and the numerous colonies of baboons that populate the forest and will accompany you along the road from the moment you enter the park.
Tarangire National Park savannas, Ngorongoro Crater caldera, Lake Manyara National Park

Where this trip takes you

Tarangire National Park savannas, Ngorongoro Crater caldera, Lake Manyara National Park

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Arusha 5 cities · 3 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • All applicable park entry fees as per the program
  • Government taxes and local levies
  • Unlimited game drives and all activities (unless labelled 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 (unless listed as an upgrade) on safari, as indicated in the shared program
  • Unlimited drinking water (as specified in the day-by-day section)
  • Refreshments during the 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.

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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Estimated room rates

Single Room €1,223.00 — €2,563.00
Double Sharing €1,223.00 — €1,722.00

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