3-Day Tarangire, Manyara & Ngorongoro Safari
Overview
About this safari
Three of northern Tanzania's finest parks in three days: elephants, Rift Valley forests and the wildlife-filled Ngorongoro Crater.
- Baobabs and elephants in Tarangire
- Groundwater forest and flamingos at Lake Manyara
- Full crater game drive
- Great first safari
Day by Day
Itinerary
DAY1Arusha to Tarangire National Park
After pick-up in Arusha, drive to Tarangire for a full afternoon game drive along the river, home to large herds of elephants in the dry season. Overnight near the park.
DAY2Lake Manyara National Park
Drive to Lake Manyara beneath the Rift Valley escarpment. Explore the forest for baboons and blue monkeys, and the lake shore for flamingos, hippos and pelicans. Continue to Karatu.
DAY3Ngorongoro Crater and return to Arusha
Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for a morning game drive in search of lions, buffalo and black rhino. Picnic lunch on the crater floor, then return to Arusha.
What's included
- Private 4x4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof
- Professional English-speaking driver-guide
- All park entry and conservation fees
- Accommodation as described in the itinerary
- Meals as listed (B = breakfast, L = lunch, D = dinner)
- Drinking water in the vehicle throughout
- Airport or Arusha hotel pick-up and drop-off
Not included
- International flights and visa fees
- Travel insurance
- Tips for guide and staff
- Drinks at lodges and personal expenses
- Optional activities such as balloon safaris
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