3-Day Best Tarangire, Ngorongoro Crater & Manyara Safari

3-day safari adventure through Tarangire National Park, the Ngorongoro Crater, and Lake Manyara National Park. Perfect for those with limited time, this short safari offers an excellent chance to see the Big Five and experience the best of northern Tanzania’s wildlife and landscapes.

Your journey begins with a game drive in Tarangire National Park, renowned for its ancient baobab trees and massive herds of elephants. The park is also home to lions, leopards, zebras, giraffes, and over 500 bird species, making it a paradise for wildlife enthusiasts and photographers.

Next, explore the stunning Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the world’s largest intact volcanic calderas. The crater floor is rich in wildlife, including endangered black rhinos, hippos, lions, hyenas, and flamingos. This is one of the best places in Africa to see the Big Five in a single day.

The final stop is Lake Manyara National Park, famous for its tree-climbing lions, pink flamingos, and lush groundwater forest. This compact yet diverse park offers a unique contrast to the open plains and crater landscapes, rounding out your safari experience.

Enjoy your adventure in a private 4×4 safari vehicle with an experienced English-speaking guide. Stay in comfortable midrange lodges with full-board meals and breathtaking views.

Highlights:

Game drives in 3 iconic parks

Comfortable midrange accommodation

Private safari experience with an expert guide

Great chance to see the Big Five

Book your 3-day Tarangire, Ngorongoro & Manyara Safari today and immerse yourself in the wild heart of Tanzania!

Day 01: Arusha Town/Arusha Airport - Tarangire National Park

Begin your day with an early morning pick-up from your lodge or the airport and embark on a captivating journey to Tarangire National Park with packed lunch boxes. After an exciting game drive, we will return to the lodge for relaxation and an overnight stay.

Tarangire National Park is renowned for its impressive elephant herds and diverse landscapes, ranging from seasonal swamps to savannah, all centered around the winding Tarangire River. You might witness a lion stealthily stalking its prey or spot leopards lounging in the trees. After the game drive, we’ll return to your lodge for a delicious dinner and a restful overnight stay.

Meals Plan:

Lunch | Dinner

You will stay here:

Heart and soul

Day 02: Full game drive in Ngorongoro Crater

Start your day early with a hearty breakfast at the lodge before heading to the renowned Ngorongoro Crater. This UNESCO World Heritage Site, often referred to as the “Eighth Wonder of the World,” offers one of the best wildlife viewing experiences on the planet. Descend into the crater and embark on a full-day game drive, where you’ll have the chance to see the Big Five and a plethora of other wildlife in their natural habitat.

Enjoy a picnic lunch by the hippo pool, surrounded by the breathtaking landscapes of this ancient caldera. After an exhilarating day of wildlife viewing, you’ll return to your lodge for a relaxing evening and overnight stay, reminiscing about the incredible sights you’ve seen.

Meals Plan:

Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner

You will stay here:

Heart and soul

Day 03: Lake Manyara national Park and Departure

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 the arboreal lions, which hide among the branches of the trees, and numerous colonies of baboons that populate the forest and will accompany you along the road from the moment you enter the park.

Meals Plan:

Breakfast

Price Includes

Park fees
All activities
All accommodation
A professional driver/guide
All flights during the tour
All Taxes/VAT
All transportation mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional)
In Roundtrip airport transfer

Price Excludes

International flights
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
Tips
Personal items
Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees

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$2300

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