Best Tanzania Adventure
3 days—Witness elephants, lions, flamingos and more on a safari from Arusha through Lake Manyara, Tarangire, and Ngorongoro Crater in 2025-2026.
$1150-1390 USD
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Safari summary
This 3-day safari from Arusha is a wonderful way to experience Northern Tanzania’s most famous parks in a short time. You’ll explore Tarangire National Park, Lake Manyara National Park, and the Ngorongoro Crater, enjoying diverse landscapes, abundant wildlife, and unforgettable scenery.
Tarangire is famous for its large elephant herds and iconic baobab trees, offering excellent wildlife viewing in a peaceful environment. Lake Manyara is known for its tree-climbing lions, flamingos, and stunning birdlife, set against the backdrop of the Great Rift Valley escarpment. The Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is one of Africa’s most remarkable natural wonders, home to a dense population of wildlife including the Big Five.
Travel in a comfortable 4x4 safari vehicle with an experienced English-speaking driver guide, who will ensure you have a safe, enjoyable, and insightful safari. Each evening, relax at handpicked lodges near Karatu, providing comfort and a warm, welcoming atmosphere.
Safari Highlights
• Day 1: Tarangire National Park game drive
• Day 2: Morning drive in Tarangire
• Day 3: Visit Lake Manyara National Park
About this tour
Tour type | Custom, tailor-made, private | |
Main focus | Game drives | |
Activity level | Moderate activity | |
Best months | January, February, March, June, July, August, September, October | |
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Fine details
Safari highlights
- Walking safari—with armed guard
- Photography safari—with professional guide
- Wildlife sanctuaries
What’s included?
- Accommodation
- All drinks
- 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
- Visas
Itinerary
Arusha to Tarangire National Park
Depart Arusha early in the morning and drive to Tarangire National Park. Spend the day on a game drive, spotting large elephant herds, giraffes, zebras, and lions among the iconic baobab-studded plains. Take in the peaceful landscapes and enjoy the unique wildlife experience. In the late afternoon, leave Tarangire and drive to Karatu for overnight stay at a lodge or camp near the town.
Lodge in Karatu
Karatu to Ngorongoro Crater
After breakfast, drive to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area for a full morning descent into the Ngorongoro Crater. Enjoy an exciting game drive across the crater floor, seeing elephants, buffalo, zebras, lions, and possibly the rare black rhino. Take in the breathtaking scenery and observe hippos or flamingos near the lakes. In the afternoon, ascend the crater walls and return to your lodge in Karatu for the night.
Lodge in Karatu
Karatu to Lake Manyara
After breakfast, drive to Lake Manyara National Park for a half-day game drive. Explore the park’s diverse habitats, from forests to open plains, and enjoy sightings of tree-climbing lions, flamingos, hippos, and many bird species. After your morning adventure, depart Lake Manyara and drive back to Arusha, concluding your memorable safari.
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