This 3-day safari takes you through three of Tanzania’s most spectacular destinations: Tarangire National Park, famous for its elephant herds and baobab trees; the world-renowned Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site; and Lake Manyara National Park, known for its tree-climbing lions and flamingos.
Duration
3 Days / 2 Nights
Starts In
Arusha
Ends In
Group Size
Min 2 / Max
Tour Type
Private
Meals
Accommodation
Difficulty
Overview
Tour Highlights
- Tarangire National Park – large elephant herds and iconic baobab trees
- Ngorongoro Crater – UNESCO World Heritage Site and Big Five viewing
- Lake Manyara National Park – tree-climbing lions, groundwater forest, and flamingos
- Private 4×4 safari vehicle with professional guide
Tours Include & Exclude
What's Included
- Park and conservation fees
- Professional English-speaking driver-guide
- All meals specified in itineraries
- Bottled drinking water and soft drinks
- Private 4x4 safari vehicle Full-day game drives
Not Included
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Day 1
Morning departure from Arusha | Full-day game drive | Picnic lunch | Transfer to Karatu
Arusha → Tarangire National Park → Karatu
Your safari adventure begins with a morning departure from Arusha after breakfast. You will drive to Tarangire National Park, a beautiful park famous for its large elephant herds and iconic baobab trees. Upon arrival, enjoy a full-day game drive, where you may encounter elephants, lions, giraffes, zebras, and a variety of bird species in their natural habitat. A picnic lunch will be served inside the park at a scenic location, allowing you to relax and take in the surrounding wilderness. In the late afternoon, you will proceed to Karatu for dinner and overnight stay.
Day 2
Early morning departure | Descent into crater | Game drive | Picnic lunch by hippo pool | Return to Karatu
Ngorongoro Crater → Karatu
After an early breakfast at the lodge, depart for the world-renowned Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of Africa’s most remarkable wildlife destinations. Descend into the crater for a game drive, where you will have excellent chances to spot the Big Five — lion, elephant, buffalo, leopard, and rhino — within this unique ecosystem. Enjoy a picnic lunch on the crater floor near a hippo pool, surrounded by breathtaking scenery. In the afternoon, ascend the crater and return to Karatu for dinner and overnight.
Day 3
Morning game drive | Diverse habitats (forest, grassland, lakeshore) | Picnic lunch | Return to Arusha
Lake Manyara National Park → Arusha
After breakfast, depart for Lake Manyara National Park, a scenic park known for its tree-climbing lions, lush groundwater forest, and large flocks of flamingos. Enjoy a morning game drive through diverse habitats, including forest, grassland, and lakeshore. A picnic lunch will be served during the excursion. After the game drive, you will return to Arusha, where you will be dropped off at your hotel or transferred to the airport for your onward journey.