3-Day Tarangire, Manyara & Ngorongoro
Experience three spectacular parks in three days - perfect diversity of landscapes, wildlife, and habitats.
Overview
This well-rounded safari visits three contrasting parks: Tarangire's elephants and baobabs, Lake Manyara's tree-climbing lions and flamingos, and Ngorongoro Crater's Big Five. Ideal for first-time safari-goers wanting maximum variety.
Highlights
- Three diverse national parks
- Massive elephant herds in Tarangire
- Tree-climbing lions at Manyara
- Ngorongoro Crater - Big Five
- Ancient baobab trees
- Flamingos and waterbirds
- Great Rift Valley views
- Perfect safari sampler
Detailed Itinerary
Day 1: Arusha - Tarangire National Park
- Full day game drive in Tarangire
- Elephant herds and baobab trees
- Overnight: Karatu/Mto wa Mbu
Day 2: Lake Manyara National Park
- Full day game drive at Lake Manyara
- Tree-climbing lions and hippos
- Overnight: Karatu (near Ngorongoro)
Day 3: Ngorongoro Crater - Arusha
- Descend into crater for 5-6 hours
- Big Five game viewing
- Return to Arusha
Price Includes
- Safari guide and vehicle
- All park fees
- 2 nights accommodation
- All meals
- Water
Detailed Itinerary
08:00 AM: Pick up from Arusha
10:00 AM: Enter Tarangire National Park
10:30 AM - 05:00 PM: Full day game drive among elephants and baobabs
12:30 PM: Picnic lunch
05:30 PM: Drive to Karatu/Mto wa Mbu for overnight
07:30 AM: Breakfast
08:30 AM: Enter Lake Manyara National Park
09:00 AM - 04:00 PM: Full day game drive
12:30 PM: Picnic lunch
04:30 PM: Drive to Karatu near Ngorongoro for overnight
06:00 AM: Early breakfast
07:00 AM: Descend into Ngorongoro Crater
07:30 AM - 02:00 PM: Game drive on crater floor
12:30 PM: Lunch at hippo pool
02:00 PM: Return to Arusha
05:00 PM: Arrive at hotel
What's Included & Excluded
Included
- Professional safari guide/driver
- 4x4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof
- All park entrance fees
- 2 nights accommodation (full board)
- All meals during safari
- Bottled water throughout
- Binoculars and wildlife guidebook
- All government taxes and VAT
Not Included
- International flights
- Travel insurance
- Tips for guide and driver
- Alcoholic beverages
- Personal expenses
- Optional activities not mentioned