Best short three days safari

3 days—This best short 3 days Tanzania safari is the most affordable tour starts from Arusha or Moshi to the world-famous Ngorongoro, Tarangire, and Manyara

$600-1500 USD

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Safari summary

The suitable highlights for the best short three-day Tanzania safari in 2024 and 2025 are:

1. Day 1: Arusha or Moshi to Tarangire to Lake Manyara for an overnight stay

2. Day 2: Lake Manyara to Ngorongoro Crater

3. Day 3: Lake Manyara National Park to Arusha or Moshi

4. Visit the world's largest caldera, Ngorongoro, a UNESCO Heritage Site Area and one of the world's 7 natural wonders.

5. The Tarangire is known as a wonderful birding destination, features large numbers of game, and is the 6th largest national park in Tanzania.

6. Tarangire National Park is home to around 550 distinct bird species.

7. The crater, which formed when the largest volcano exploded and collapsed on itself two to three million years ago, is 610 meters wide.

8. The Ngorongoro Crater in northern Tanzania, once a gigantic volcano, is the largest intact caldera in the world.

9. Spend the next few days exploring the "Big 5 and big cats.

10. Lake Manyara National Park is famous for its population of tree-climbing lions, which exhibit the unique behavior of resting and lounging on tree branches.

11. Manyara is a haven for bird enthusiasts, boasting more than 400 bird species, including large flocks of vibrant flamingos that gather along the shores of Lake Manyara.

12. You will meet a professional guide during the safari.

13. The perfect chief with amazing meals

This 3-day Tanzania short safari takes 7-8 hours of game drive each day, with approximately 2-3 hours of non-game drive from Moshi or Arusha to Ngorongoro, Tarangire, and Lake Manyara, and then returns to the starting point. It costs from $600 to $1500 per traveler for the best short 3-day Tanzania safari, which is best for all types of travelers: groups, private safaris, honeymoons, couples, family safaris, budget camping, or luxury lodge safaris.


About this tour

Tour type Set-date, set-itinerary, group
Main focus Game drives
Activity level Easy activity
Best months January, February, March, April, June, July, August, September, October, November, December
Countries
Parks

Fine details

Safari highlights
  • Bird watching—with professional guide
  • Photography safari—with professional guide
  • Wildlife sanctuaries
What’s included?
  • Meals
  • Park fees
  • Private vehicle and driver
What’s not included?
  • International flights
  • Tips and gratuities
  • Visas

Itinerary

Day 1: Full day in Tarangire

Tarangire

The tour begins early in the morning from Arusha or Moshi towards Tarangire National Park. Upon arrival in the park, you will start a morning game drive, where you'll have a chance to see a variety of wildlife, such as elephants, giraffes, zebras, lions, and more. The park is also known for its spectacular baobab trees, which are unique to Africa. Stop for a picnic lunch in the park before continuing with the afternoon game drive, then drive to your accommodation for the night.

Karatu or Mto Wa Mbu (Lake Manyara)

Day 2: Full day in Ngorongoro

Ngorongoro Crater

Depart from Karatu or Mto wa Mbu and drive to Ngorongoro Conservation Area, then descend into Ngorongoro Crater for a full-day game drive. Sight different animals, including all the Big 5 (elephants, rhinos, buffaloes, lions, and leopards) and other stunning wild animals. Stop for a picnic lunch in the crater, then continue with an afternoon game drive in the crater. In the late afternoon, ascend from Ngorongoro Crater and drive back to your accommodation.

Mto Wa Mbu or Karatu (Lake Manyara)

Day 3: Full day in Lake Manyara

Lake Manyara

On the final day of this short 3-day Tanzania safari, enjoy a full day in Lake Manyara. Lake Manyara National Park is famous for its population of tree-climbing lions, which exhibit the unique behavior of resting and lounging on tree branches. Manyara is a haven for bird enthusiasts, boasting more than 400 bird species, including large flocks of vibrant flamingos that gather along the shores of Lake Manyara.

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