Tanzania · Safari

3-Day Tarangire and Arusha National Parks Safari with Walking Safari

3 Days Round trip from Tanzania Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Explore Arusha and Tarangire National Parks over three days
  • 02 Experience a walking safari in Arusha National Park with an armed ranger
  • 03 See Tarangire's famous elephant herds and iconic baobab trees
  • 04 Visit the Momela Lakes, known for flamingos and other waterbirds
  • 05 Enjoy views of Mount Meru and a sunrise game drive in Tarangire

Embark on a 3-day adventure through Arusha and Tarangire National Parks. Discover Arusha National Park's diverse wildlife, unique landscapes, Momela Lakes, and possible Tululusia waterfalls visit, then continue to Tarangire's elephant-filled plains and iconic baobab trees. Enjoy game drives, a walking safari with an armed ranger, and beautiful views of Mount Meru before returning to Arusha for your departure.

Enjoy a walking safari, an excellent opportunity to experience the park's unique atmosphere and get closer to nature, accompanied by an armed ranger.

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 Yes
Cities Arusha, Mount Kilimanjaro, Mount Meru, Tarangire National Park, Arusha National Park
Languages English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Arusha National Park and Momela Lakes

Morning

  • Depart from Arusha town and head to Arusha National Park.
  • This park, though smaller, is incredibly diverse. You'll likely see black and white colobus monkeys, giraffes, zebras, and bushbucks.
  • Enjoy a walking safari, an excellent opportunity to experience the park's unique atmosphere and get closer to nature, accompanied by an armed ranger.
  • Visit the Momela Lakes, known for their flamingo populations and other waterbirds.

Afternoon

  • Enjoy a game drive through the park while taking in the views of Mount Meru.
  • Possible visit to the Tululusia waterfalls.
  • Overnight stay at a lodge or campsite near Arusha National Park.
2
Day 02

Tarangire National Park and Elephant Country

Morning

  • Depart from Arusha and drive to Tarangire National Park.
  • Tarangire is famous for its large elephant herds, especially during the dry season from June to October.
  • Enjoy an afternoon game drive, focusing on the Tarangire River, which attracts a wide variety of wildlife.
  • Expect to see many baobab trees, which make this park so unique.

Afternoon

  • Continue the game drive.
  • Overnight stay at a lodge or campsite within or near Tarangire National Park.
3
Day 03

Sunrise Game Drive and Return to Arusha

Morning

  • Enjoy an early morning game drive in Tarangire, when animals are most active.
  • This is the best time to see predators.
  • Take in the beautiful sunrise over the Tarangire landscape.

Afternoon

  • Enjoy another game drive or a leisurely breakfast, depending on your flight schedule.
  • Depart from Tarangire and drive back to Arusha.
  • Drop-off at your hotel or Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO).
Arusha National Park, Momela Lakes, Tarangire National Park, baobab trees

Where this trip takes you

Arusha National Park, Momela Lakes, Tarangire National Park, baobab trees

The route

Where you'll travel

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

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Park entry fees
  • Transportation
  • Lodging or camping as per the itinerary (the level of accommodation varies depending on the tour package)
  • Meals
  • Professional guide
  • Game drives
  • Walking safari
  • Airport transfers

What's Not Included

  • International flights
  • Visas
  • Travel insurance
  • Tips
  • Personal expenses
  • Drinks
  • Specific activities

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Arusha, Tanzania
Tour start
Tanzania
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 3 days finish where they began, in Tanzania.

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