Tanzania Budget Safari
3 days—Affordable 3-Day Safari in Tanzania (2026–2027) | Visit Tarangire, Ngorongoro & Lake Manyara
$600-1500 USD
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Safari summary
This 3-day budget safari takes you to three of Tanzania’s best parks: Tarangire, Ngorongoro Crater, and Lake Manyara. It’s perfect for travelers with limited time who still want to see amazing wildlife and beautiful landscapes. You'll travel in a 4x4 safari vehicle with a pop-up roof for great views. Expect to see elephants, lions, zebras, flamingos, and more. You’ll be guided by an experienced local driver who knows where to find animals. Accommodation will be in simple lodges or campsites, keeping your trip affordable while still comfortable. This safari gives you a great chance to spot the Big Five and enjoy Tanzania’s nature without needing a long or expensive trip. Whether you're on your first safari or returning for more, this trip offers a lot in just three days.
About this tour
Tour type | Custom, tailor-made, private | |
Main focus | Game drives | |
Activity level | Easy activity | |
Best months | All months | |
Countries | ||
Parks |
Fine details
Safari highlights
- Bird watching—with professional guide
- Photography safari—with professional guide
- Wildlife sanctuaries
What’s included?
- Accommodation
- Airport transfers
- Meals
- Park fees
- Private vehicle and driver
What’s not included?
- Alcoholic beverages
- Hot air balloons
- Internal flights
- International flights
- Laundry
- Premium alcoholic beverages
- Spa treatments
- Tips and gratuities
- Visas
Itinerary
Arusha to Tarangire National Park
Tarangire
Leave Arusha in the morning and drive to Tarangire. Enjoy a full-day game drive in the park, famous for its many elephants and large baobab trees. Look out for lions, giraffes, zebras, and more. In the evening, drive to your lodge or campsite near the park.
Budget lodge/campsite near Tarangire
Tarangire to Ngorongoro Crater
Ngorongoro Crater
After breakfast, drive to Ngorongoro and descend into the crater for a full-day game drive. The crater is home to lions, rhinos, buffalos, zebras, and many birds. It’s one of the best places to see wildlife up close. In the late afternoon, go to your lodge or campsite near the crater.
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Ngorongoro - Lake Manyara - Arusha
Lake Manyara
After breakfast, drive to Lake Manyara for a half-day game drive. The park is known for its tree-climbing lions, flamingos, monkeys, and hippos. Explore the forest, lake, and open areas. After lunch, return to Arusha where the trip ends
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