3 Days Tanzania Safari
TOUR OVERVIEW
This 3-day Tanzania safari offers an unforgettable journey through Tarangire, Lake Manyara, and the iconic Ngorongoro Crater. Experience vast elephant herds among ancient baobabs, explore lush forests and open plains rich in wildlife, and descend into the world-famous Ngorongoro Crater, home to the Big Five. With scenic drives, guided game drives, picnic lunches, and comfortable lodges, this safari delivers diverse landscapes, abundant wildlife, and authentic African adventure in a short, perfectly balanced escape.
Day 1: Arusha to Tarangire National Park
After an early breakfast, depart Arusha for Tarangire National Park, a spectacular reserve known for its massive elephant herds and towering baobab trees. The two-hour journey takes you through vibrant Maasai landscapes before entering the park for a full-day game drive. Tarangire’s diverse habitats attract many animals, especially during the dry season when the Tarangire River becomes a crucial water source. Expect to see zebras, wildebeests, giraffes, antelopes, buffaloes, and large bird populations. Enjoy a picnic lunch at a scenic location, continue exploring the park throughout the afternoon, and then proceed to Mto wa Mbu for dinner and overnight accommodation.
Day 2: Tarangire to Lake Manyara National Park
After breakfast, travel to Lake Manyara National Park for a full-day adventure in this diverse and compact ecosystem. Begin your journey in the lush groundwater forest, home to baboons and blue monkeys, before emerging into open plains where elephants, zebras, giraffes, and buffaloes graze freely. Lake Manyara is famous for its rare tree-climbing lions and flamingos that decorate the lakeshore with vibrant color. Your guide will help you explore various habitats including hot springs and marshlands. Enjoy a picnic lunch inside the park before continuing your game drive. Later, head to your lodge in Karatu for dinner and rest.
Day 3: Ngorongoro Crater to Arusha
After an early breakfast, drive to Ngorongoro Crater and descend 610 meters into this unique natural sanctuary for a half-day game drive. The crater’s fertile grasslands and permanent water sources support an extraordinary concentration of wildlife, including black rhinos, lions, elephants, hippos, buffaloes, hyenas, zebras, and abundant bird species. Your guide will take you through woodlands, open plains, lakeshores, and swampy areas while explaining animal behaviors. Enjoy a relaxing picnic lunch by the hippo pool before continuing your exploration. In the afternoon, ascend the crater wall and begin your return journey to Arusha, arriving by late afternoon.
Included
- Park fees(For non-residents)
- All activities(Unless labeled as optional)
- All accommodation(Unless listed as upgrade)
- A professional driver/guide
- All transportation(Unless labeled as optional)
- All Taxes/VAT
- Roundtrip airport transfer
- Meals(As specified in the day-by-day section)
- Drinking water(On all days)
Excluded
- International flights(From/to home)
- Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
- Tips(Tipping guideline US$15.00 pp per day)
- Personal items(Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
- Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees