3-Day Tanzania Safari: Ngorongoro Crater, Tarangire, and Lake Manyara

Karatu(2N)

STAY   budget hotel

$ 990

$ 1,050

5% off

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Detailed Itinerary

Day 1 Arusha to Lake Manyara National Park
  • Pick up at 8:30 AM from your hotel in Arusha.
  • Depart for Lake Manyara National Park with a picnic lunch for a full-day game drive.
  • As you enter the park, the lush forests of Acacia and Mahogany trees immerse you in a true African wilderness.
  • During the day, expect to spot a wide array of wildlife, including buffaloes, giraffes, impalas, baboons, and the elusive blue monkeys.
  • Keep an eye out for the famous tree-climbing lions—a unique spectacle that depends on luck.
  • In the right season, the lake’s shoreline may dazzle you with millions of flamingos, painting it pink.
  • The game drive will continue until the evening, with a picnic lunch break in between.
  • After the drive, return to your camp or lodge for a freshly prepared dinner and overnight stay.
  • Start your day with an early breakfast.
  • Descend into the iconic Ngorongoro Crater for a half-day game drive lasting approximately five hours.
  • The crater is often referred to as the “Eighth Wonder of the World” and is home to a remarkable concentration of wildlife.
  • You may encounter:
    • Lions
    • Elephants
    • Zebras
    • Hippos
    • Flamingos
    • Rhinos
    • Jackals
    • Antelopes
    • A wide variety of birds, including:
      • Eagles
      • Vultures
      • Storks
      • Ibis
      • Kori bustards
      • Plover
      • Herons
      • Cattle eagles
  • Around midday, enjoy a scenic picnic lunch at the Hippo Pool.
  • Make your way back up the crater rim.
  • A two-hour drive will then bring you to your accommodation in Karatu, where a warm dinner awaits.
  • After two adventure-filled days, a good night’s rest is essential before your final day.
  • After a delightful breakfast, you will depart by 8:00 AM for Tarangire National Park, renowned for its towering baobab trees and large elephant herds.
  • The half-day game drive offers a chance to see a variety of wildlife, including:
    • Lions
    • Leopards
    • Cheetahs
    • Kudu
    • Buffaloes
    • Oryx
    • Elands
    • Giraffes
    • Zebras
  • The Tarangire River, a year-round water source, attracts abundant game, making for excellent wildlife viewing.
  • By mid-afternoon, you will begin your return journey to Arusha.
  • Expect to arrive by around 6:00 PM, marking the end of your unforgettable Tanzanian safari experience.

Stay & Meal Details

Package Policies

  • Meals as per itinerary
  • Concession/Camping fees
  • A professional English-speaking driver/guide
  • 4x4 Land Cruiser for all transfers and game drives
  • Drinking water while on safari (2 litres per person per day)
  • Daily game drives as per itinerary
  • Park fees (for non-residents)
  • All applicable taxes and VAT
  • Additional accommodation before and after the tour (unless specified)
  • Airport transfers (unless specified)
  • Tips and gratuities
  • Government-imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
  • Any optional activities not mentioned in the itinerary
  • International flights
  • Personal items (souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)

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3-Day Tanzania Safari: Ngorongoro Crater, Tarangire, and Lake Manyara

Karatu(2N)

STAY   budget hotel

$ 990

$ 1,050

5% off

  /person

Compare quotes from 3 agents and get best deals