Tanzania · Safari

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

3 Days Round trip from Babati Rural Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Game drive in Tarangire National Park, famous for its large elephant population and iconic baobab trees
  • 02 Explore Ngorongoro Crater, the largest inactive volcanic caldera and a UNESCO World Heritage Site
  • 03 Spot the Big Five within Ngorongoro Crater
  • 04 Discover Lake Manyara National Park with its tree-climbing lions and vibrant pink flamingos
  • 05 Enjoy scenic landscapes and diverse wildlife throughout the safari

Experience an unforgettable 3-day safari from Arusha through three of northern Tanzania's most celebrated wildlife destinations. Discover Tarangire National Park, known for its large elephant herds and iconic baobab trees, explore the breathtaking Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the best places to see the Big Five, and visit Lake Manyara National Park, famous for its tree-climbing lions and vibrant pink flamingos.

Experience an unforgettable 3-day safari from Arusha through three of northern Tanzania's most celebrated wildlife destinations.

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, Babati, Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Lake Manyara, Tarangire National Park
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Arusha to Tarangire's Elephants and Baobabs

  • After breakfast at the hotel in Arusha, start the drive to Tarangire National Park for a game drive and photography.
  • Observe the diverse wildlife, including the large population of elephants for which the park is famous, as well as various species of birds and other animals.

  • Explore the unique vegetation, such as giant baobab trees and acacia trees.

  • Have lunch inside the park during the game drive.

  • In the late afternoon, drive to a lodge in Mto wa Mbu for dinner and an overnight stay.

2
Day 02

Ngorongoro Crater Big Five Safari

  • After breakfast at the lodge in Mto wa Mbu, depart for Ngorongoro Crater.
  • Explore the largest inactive, unbroken, and unfilled volcanic caldera in the world, a UNESCO World Heritage Site located approximately 180 kilometers west of Arusha.

  • Spend up to six hours inside the crater, enjoying wildlife viewing with the opportunity to see the Big Five animals.

  • Have lunch inside the crater with a packed lunch box.

  • After the game drive, return to the lodge in Mto wa Mbu for dinner and an overnight stay.

3
Day 03

Lake Manyara's Lions and Flamingos

  • After breakfast at the lodge in Mto wa Mbu, travel to Lake Manyara National Park for a game drive and photography.
  • Observe the park's famous tree-climbing lions, large elephant herds, and the soda ash lake that attracts pink flamingos.

  • Have lunch inside the park with a packed lunch box.

  • After the game drive, return to Arusha for the end of the safari.

Tarangire National Park, Ngorongoro Crater, Lake Manyara National Park

Where this trip takes you

Tarangire National Park, Ngorongoro Crater, Lake Manyara National Park

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

  • Park fees
  • All activities
  • All accommodation during the safari
  • A professional driver/guide
  • All transportation during the safari
  • All taxes/VAT
  • Meals (as specified in the day-by-day section)
  • Drinks

What's Not Included

  • International flights (from/to home)
  • Round-trip airport transfer (can be arranged at an extra cost)
  • Accommodation before and at the end of the tour (can be arranged at an extra cost)
  • Tips
  • Personal items (souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
  • The government-imposed increase in taxes and/or park fees

What to bring

  • Binoculars
  • Camera
  • Light clothes

Know before you go

  • Binoculars
  • Camera
  • Light clothes

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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