Tanzania · Safari

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

3 Days Round trip from Arusha Moderate pace

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The journey

Trip highlights

01 Explore Tarangire National Park, renowned for its massive elephant herds and iconic baobab trees
02 Enjoy game drives with opportunities to see lions, zebras, giraffes, wildebeests, and various bird species
03 Visit the Ngorongoro Crater, the world's largest unbroken volcanic caldera and a UNESCO World Heritage Site
04 Experience one of the best places in Africa to see the Big Five, including the rare black rhino
05 Discover Lake Manyara National Park, famous for its tree-climbing lions, flamingos, and diverse ecosystems

Discover the highlights of Tanzania's Northern Safari Circuit on this carefully crafted 3-day itinerary. Explore the iconic Tarangire National Park, home to large elephant herds and ancient baobab trees, and experience the world-renowned Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site teeming with the Big Five and stunning landscapes. Visit the lush forests and scenic lake of Lake Manyara National Park, famous for tree-climbing lions and diverse birdlife.

Spot black rhinos, hippos, lions, elephants, and flamingos along the crater lake.

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At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 3 Days

Tour type Private

Activity level Moderate

Accommodation Included · Standard

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Yes

Cities Arusha, Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Lake Manyara, Tarangire National Park

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Arusha to Tarangire National Park Safari

Depart from Arusha after breakfast.
Drive to Tarangire National Park, famous for baobab trees and large elephant herds.
Enjoy a game drive with chances to see lions, zebras, giraffes, wildebeests, and more.
Experience the park's diverse landscapes and rich wildlife.

Overnight stay at a lodge or camp near Tarangire.

Day 02

Full-Day Ngorongoro Crater Game Drive

Depart early in the morning for Ngorongoro Crater.
Descend into the crater for a full-day game drive.
Spot black rhinos, hippos, lions, elephants, and flamingos along the crater lake.
Enjoy a picnic lunch inside the crater.
Ascend from the crater and proceed to overnight accommodation near Ngorongoro.

Day 03

Lake Manyara National Park to Arusha

After breakfast, drive to Lake Manyara National Park.
Conduct a half-day game drive in search of tree-climbing lions, flamingos, elephants, and diverse birdlife.
Explore the park's forests, wetlands, and savannah landscapes.
Return to Arusha in the afternoon.
End of tour.