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3 Days Tanzania Wildlife Safari

Explore the breathtaking landscapes of Tarangire National Park, the legendary Ngorongoro Crater, and Lake Manyara in an action-packed 3-day adventure.

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3 DaysDuration
Big FiveWildlife viewing
Private 4x4Safari vehicle
All inclusiveLodges & game drives

About the 3 Days Tarangire, Ngorongoro & Lake Manyara Safari

3 Days Tanzania Wildlife Safari animals and landscape

Experience some of the most spectacular wildlife viewing in the world on this classic 3-day northern Tanzania safari. From giant baobab trees and massive elephant herds in Tarangire to the jaw-dropping caldera views of the Ngorongoro Crater and the tree-climbing lions of Lake Manyara, this tour packs incredible diversity into a short getaway.

Witness lions, leopards, rhinos, elephants, buffaloes, cheetahs, pink flamingos, and hundreds of vibrant bird species in their natural habitats.

Tour itinerary

Arrival

Airport Pickup & Safari Briefing

Airport transferMoshi hotelPre-safari briefing

You will be warmly greeted upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport and transferred to your hotel in Moshi town. In the evening, you will meet your professional safari guide for a comprehensive briefing regarding your upcoming adventure.

Day 1

Tarangire National Park

Elephant herdsBaobab sceneryFull game drive

In the morning, your guide picks you up from your hotel to start your journey toward Tarangire National Park. Known for its rolling savannah, seasonal swamps, and giant baobab trees, Tarangire boasts one of the largest elephant populations in East Africa. Because the elephants are accustomed to safari vehicles, you can get wonderfully close!

Keep your camera ready for Maasai giraffes, buffaloes, zebras, wildebeest, lions, leopards, and over 500 bird species. After an extensive afternoon game drive, you will head to your lodge or campsite for dinner and your overnight stay.

Day 2

Tarangire / Karatu – Ngorongoro Crater

600m calderaBlack rhinosBig Five viewing

After an early breakfast, you will descend 600 meters into the magnificent Ngorongoro Crater for an unforgettable half-day game drive. As one of the densest wildlife habitats in Africa, the crater supports around 30,000 animals, including Tanzania's remaining black rhinos.

Enjoy a picnic lunch beside a hippo pool before continuing your search for lions, hyenas, jackals, cheetahs, and elusive leopards. In the late afternoon, ascend the crater walls and head to Karatu for dinner and overnight at your lodge.

Day 3

Ngorongoro Crater – Lake Manyara National Park

Rift Valley escarpmentTree-climbing lionsAlkaline lake

Following breakfast, depart for Lake Manyara National Park. Stretching along the dramatic 600-meter high Rift Valley Escarpment, this compact park features lush groundwater forests, grassy floodplains, and the shimmering alkaline lake.

Look out for playful troops of baboons, giraffes, antelopes, elephants browsing among acacia trees, and perhaps even Lake Manyara's famous tree-climbing lions lounging in the branches. In the late afternoon, you will journey back to Arusha or Moshi town in time for your evening flight or departure.

Price includes

  • Accommodation as per itinerary
  • Full board meals / camp cook
  • Private 4x4 Land Cruiser safari vehicle
  • Professional English-speaking guide
  • Park entrance and crater service fees
  • Tents & camping gear (budget camping)
  • Bottled mineral water during game drives

Price excludes

  • International and domestic flights
  • Tips for driver-guide and cook
  • Beverages, bar bills, and laundry
  • Visa fees
  • Travel insurance
  • Sleeping bags (available for rent)
  • Optional activities

Frequently asked questions

Which national parks are included?

This 3-day safari covers Tarangire National Park, Ngorongoro Crater, and Lake Manyara National Park.

Where does the safari start?

Picks up from any hotel or Kilimanjaro International Airport in Moshi or Arusha.

What accommodation options are available?

We offer budget camping options as well as mid-range lodges depending on your preference.

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