Tanzania national parks

3 days—Elephant Tarangire, Lake Manyara and Ngorongoro

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Safari summary

After breakfast, your Serengeti Wildlife Safaris guide will take you on a journey to Tarangire National Park. Known for its iconic Baobab trees, Tarangire is also home to large herds of elephants that gather near the Tarangire River. From there, you’ll continue to Lake Manyara National Park, famous for its tree-climbing lions and its stunning alkaline lake, which is often dotted with vibrant flamingos. Both parks offer unique landscapes and wildlife experiences, allowing you to discover the majestic Big Five in their natural habitat.

Prepare for an unforgettable safari adventure, where each destination reveals a new chapter in Tanzania’s remarkable wilderness.

About this tour

	Tour type	Custom, tailor-made, private
	Main focus	Game drives
	Activity level	Easy activity
	Best months	All months
	Countries	Tanzania
	Parks	Lake Manyara Ngorongoro Crater Tarangire
	Accesibility	This tour is modifiable for those with limited mobility.

Fine details

Safari highlights

Wildlife sanctuaries

What’s included?

Accommodation
Airport transfers
All drinks
Meals
Park fees
Private vehicle and driver

What’s not included?

Hot air balloons
Internal flights
International flights
Park fees
Spa treatments
Tips and gratuities
Visas

Itinerary

Tarangire NP a Wildlife experience

Tarangire

After breakfast, your guide will take you to Lake Manyara National Park, famous for its wildlife and the shallow salt lake home to flamingos and over 500 bird species. Spot monkeys, giraffes, zebras, elephants, and tree-climbing lions. Enjoy varied landscapes with plains, woodlands, and baobab trees. After lunch, return to Arusha City, concluding your adventure in time for your flight or next destination.

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Ngorongoro Crater Nature

Ngorongoro Crater

You will start your day early with a drive to Ngorongoro Conservation Area, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. At 6:00 am, descend to the crater floor to witness Africa’s incredible wildlife. Ngorongoro Crater, formed by a volcanic explosion millions of years ago, is home to the rare black rhino, the Big Five, zebras, hippos, and hyenas. After a picnic lunch by Hippo Lake, enjoy an afternoon game drive. Later, return to Karatu Town for dinner and overnight at Fig Tree Budget Lodge.

figtree lodge

Lake Manyara NP bird watching

Lake Manyara

After breakfast at your accommodation, your guide will pick you up for a visit to Lake Manyara National Park, known for its diverse wildlife. The park, named after its shallow salt lake, is home to flamingos and over 500 bird species. Spot monkeys, giraffes, zebras, buffalo, elephants, and possibly tree-climbing lions. Enjoy landscapes of plains, woodlands, and baobab trees. After a packed lunch, return to Arusha City, concluding your adventure in time for your flight or onward destination.7

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