Highlights
Discover elephants, crater wildlife and scenic northern Tanzania landscapes together...
- Explore: Tarangire, Ngorongoro Crater and Lake Manyara
- Watch elephants roaming beneath Tarangire’s iconic baobab trees and open plains
- Search for endangered black rhinos inside the Ngorongoro Crater
- Discover Lake Manyara’s diverse habitats and abundant birdlife during game drives
- Enjoy spectacular Rift Valley views throughout your Northern Circuit adventure
- Experience three remarkable safari destinations together
Explore Tarangire, Ngorongoro and Lake Manyara, with elephants, crater wildlife and scenic views across northern Tanzania!
3 Days Tarangire, Ngorongoro Crater & Lake Manyara Safari
Experience three days combining wildlife, scenic landscapes and game drives across northern Tanzania’s remarkable destinations.
A three days Wildlife safari, which specifically includes the Tarangire National Park, Lake Manyara National Park and Ngorongoro Crater, has been designed to offer a short but intense Tanzanian Northern Circuit safari experience. It is short yet adventurous safari which definitely gives you memories that last a lifetime!
Day 1
Discover the Beauty of Tarangire NP
Pick up from your accommodation after breakfast, on your 4WD Safari jeep drive to Tarangire National Park. The park is most famous for its elephant migration, birding and quiet authentic safari atmosphere in a unique surrounding of baobab trees. You will enjoy a game drive exploring the park. Lunch will be taken in a picnic site overlooking the Tarangire River. Later proceed to the campsite for dinner and overnight stay
Tarangire Campsite
Day 2
Marveling at Ngorongoro Crater
After early breakfast drive to Ngorongoro, upon arrival and after gate formalities enter the park and descend down to the Crater floor for game viewing. With its abundant water, excellent grazing and natural protection from the densely vegetated crater walls, Ngorongoro crater provides shelter to over 25000 animals, including the endangered Black Rhinoceros. Lunch will be taken in a picnic site inside the crater. After a great day ascend the crater and drive to back to your campsite in Mto wa Mbu
Mto wa Mbu Village
Day 3
A magical safari in Lake Manyara
A magical safari in Lake Manyara In late afternoon you will drive back to your accommodation in Arusha
Arusha International Airport
Includes
- Private 4x4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof for optimal game viewing.
- Services of a professional English-speaking safari driver-guide.
- Accommodation and meals as specified in the itinerary.
- Unlimited mineral water, coffee, and selected soft drinks during safari game drives.
- Tarangire National Park entrance and WMA fees.
- Serengeti National Park entrance and conservation fees.
- Ngorongoro Crater tour and crater service fees.
- Game drive in the Ngorongoro Crater.
- Complimentary Wi-Fi onboard the safari vehicle.
- All applicable government taxes and VAT.
Excludes
- International flights.
- Airport transfers - $70 per vehicle one way.
- Pre and post accommodation in Arusha.
- Tanzania entry visa (US$50 per person, where applicable).
- Optional activities mentioned in the itinerary.
- Travel, medical, and baggage insurance.
- Tips and gratuities for the safari guide, hotel staff, and porters.
- Laundry services.
- Telephone calls and other personal communication charges.
- Beverages not included in the meal plan (unless otherwise specified).
- Any items of a personal nature or expenses.
After your Lake Manyara game drive, return towards Arusha for your onward journey, bringing this three-day Northern Circuit safari to a memorable close.
Frequently Asked Questions
About Your 3 Days Tarangire, Ngorongoro Crater & Lake Manyara Safari
Find practical answers about the itinerary, destinations, wildlife, accommodation and planning details before beginning your three-day Tanzania safari with confidence and ease throughout your journey.
This safari visits Tarangire National Park, Ngorongoro Crater and Lake Manyara National Park, combining elephants, crater wildlife, birdlife and scenic landscapes across Tanzania’s Northern Circuit during a compact three-day itinerary.
The safari includes opportunities to see elephants, lions, rhinos, hippos, monkeys, antelope and numerous bird species, although actual sightings depend on seasonal conditions and daily wildlife movements.
Yes, the itinerary can be discussed around your preferred travel dates, accommodation standards and interests, subject to availability, route logistics and the practical requirements of a short northern Tanzania safari.
Accommodation is arranged along the safari route, with overnight stays around Tarangire and Mto wa Mbu, providing convenient access to the parks while keeping the three-day itinerary practical and comfortable.
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