Tarangire, Ngorongoro, Manyara

3 days—Best Tarangire, Ngorongoro Crater & Manyara Safari

$1110-1220 USD

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Safari summary

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.


About this tour

Tour type Custom, tailor-made, private
Main focus Game drives
Activity level Easy activity
Best months All months
Countries
Parks

What’s included?
  • Accommodation
  • Airport transfers
  • 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
  • Tips and gratuities
  • Visas

Itinerary

Arusha to Tarangire National Park

Tarangire

After breakfast or arrival in Arusha, your safari guide will pick you up and drive to Tarangire National Park with a picnic lunch. Enjoy an exciting game drive through vast savannahs, baobab-dotted landscapes, and along the Tarangire River. The park is famous for large elephant herds, lions, leopards, giraffes, and rich birdlife. In the evening, transfer to your lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.

Heart and Soul Lodge

Full game drive in Ngorongoro

Ngorongoro Crater

Start the day early and drive to the Ngorongoro Crater for a full-day game drive. Descend into the world’s largest intact volcanic caldera, home to dense wildlife populations including lions, elephants, buffalo, hyenas, zebras, and the rare black rhino. Enjoy a picnic lunch near the hippo pool while taking in the breathtaking scenery. Later, ascend the crater and return to your lodge for dinner and overnight.

Heart and Soul Lodge

Lake Manyara national Park

Lake Manyara

After breakfast, depart for Lake Manyara National Park for a morning game drive with packed lunch. This scenic park is known for its tree-climbing lions, large baboon troops, flamingos, and lush groundwater forest. After the safari, you will be transferred to Arusha Town or Kilimanjaro Airport for your onward journey, marking the end of your unforgettable Tanzania safari.

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