3-Day Tarangire, Lake Manyara & Ngorongoro Safari
The 3-Day Tarangire, Lake Manyara & Ngorongoro Safari is one of the most popular short safaris in northern Tanzania, offering a perfect blend of wildlife, landscapes, and culture. This adventure takes you through three incredible destinations — the elephant paradise of Tarangire National Park, the bird-filled beauty of Lake Manyara, and the world-renowned Ngorongoro Crater, home to Africa’s Big Five.
This itinerary is ideal for travelers who want a compact yet diverse safari experience, combining scenic drives, rich wildlife encounters, and comfortable lodges or tented camps.
3-Day Tarangire, Lake Manyara & Ngorongoro Safari Itinerary
Duration: 3 Days / 2 Nights
Day 1: Arusha – Tarangire National Park
After breakfast, your safari begins with a drive from Arusha to Tarangire National Park, known for its iconic baobab trees and large herds of elephants.
Enjoy a morning and afternoon game drive as you explore the park’s varied landscapes — from savannah grasslands to the Tarangire River, which attracts an abundance of wildlife.
Expect to see elephants, lions, leopards, zebras, giraffes, and more.
In the evening, drive to your lodge or tented camp in Karatu for dinner and overnight.
🛏️ Overnight: Karatu / Tarangire Area (Lodge or Tented Camp)
🍽️ Meals: Lunch & Dinner
Day 2: Lake Manyara National Park
After breakfast, drive to Lake Manyara National Park, a scenic gem famous for its diverse habitats and tree-climbing lions.
Embark on a full-day game drive exploring the lush groundwater forest, open plains, and the shimmering soda lake teeming with flamingos.
You may also spot hippos, elephants, buffaloes, baboons, and a variety of birds.
Enjoy a picnic lunch in the park and later drive back to Karatu for dinner and relaxation.
🛏️ Overnight: Karatu (Lodge or Tented Camp)
🍽️ Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 3: Ngorongoro Crater – Arusha
After an early breakfast, descend into the Ngorongoro Crater — a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the most stunning wildlife havens on Earth.
Spend the morning game driving across the crater floor, where you can spot lions, elephants, zebras, wildebeest, hippos, and possibly the endangered black rhino.
Enjoy your picnic lunch at the hippo pool before ascending the crater rim and returning to Arusha in the evening.
🍽️ Meals: Breakfast & Lunch
Price Per Person
| Package Type | Price (USD) | Includes |
|---|---|---|
| Budget | $600 – $800 | Shared vehicle, park fees, camping/lodge, guide, meals, water |
| Mid-Range | $850 – $1,150 | Private 4×4 vehicle, English-speaking guide, park fees, lodge/tented camp, meals, transfers |
| Luxury | $1,300 – $1,800 | Private vehicle, expert guide, crater fees, luxury lodge, gourmet meals, bottled water, transfers |
Prices vary depending on season, group size, and additional services. Contact us for a customized quote.
TOP DESTINATIONS
- Serengeti National Park
- Ngorongoro Crater
- Tarangire National Park
- Lake Manyara National Park
- Arusha National Park
ACTIVITIES
- Mount Meru Climbing
- Walking Safari
- Game Drive
- Hiking
- Canoeing
Included in the Price
✅ Park entrance fees (Tarangire, Manyara & Ngorongoro)
✅ Professional English-speaking safari guide
✅ 4×4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof
✅ All meals as per itinerary
✅ 2 nights accommodation
✅ Bottled drinking water
✅ Hotel/airport pickup and drop-off
Not Included in the Price
❌ International flights
❌ Travel insurance
❌ Tips for guide/driver ($20–$40 per day recommended)
❌ Alcoholic beverages and personal expenses
❌ Optional cultural visit to a Maasai village