3-Day Tarangire, Ngorongoro and Lake Manyara National Parks Safari from Arusha

Wildlife Experience

Safari Adventure

Giraffe at Tarangire

Highlights

Explore Tarangire's large elephant herds and baobab trees

Encounter the Big Five, rare black rhinos, diverse wildlife and stunning views in Ngorongoro Crater

Experience birdwatching at Lake Manyara’s Salt Lake, home to flamingos and 500+ species

Spot tree-climbing lions and various wildlife in Lake Manyara

Arusha, Tarangire National Park, Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Lake Manyara

nature, safari, Wildlife

Private Tour

3 Days

Easy

English, Spanish, Swahili

Description

Embark on a thrilling wildlife adventure starting in Tarangire National Park with its majestic elephants and baobab trees. Continue to the Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site teeming with the Big Five and rare rhinos. Conclude with a visit to Lake Manyara National Park, renowned for its birdwatching opportunities and diverse landscapes.

Itinerary

Day 1: Arusha - Tarangire National Park
- After breakfast at your Hotel in Arusha, your Serengeti Wildlife safari guide will take you to Tarangire National Park, renowned for its large elephant herds and ancient baobab trees.
- Here, you will spend the day immersed in thrilling wildlife sightings, including lions, giraffes, and various bird species. The park's diverse landscapes provide a picturesque backdrop for your safari experience, making it an unforgettable start to your three-day adventure.
- After the full-day game drive, you will be driven to Mto Wa Mbu.
Accommodation: Fig tree budget Lodge
Time: Full-day safari in Tarangire National Park (approximately 6-8 hours)
Distance: Approximately 120 km from Arusha to Tarangire National Park.
Day 2: Ngorongoro Crater
- Start your day early by driving to Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Descend to the crater at 6:00 AM and encounter Africa's incredible wildlife. This UNESCO World Heritage Site is a natural wonder formed by a volcanic explosion millions of years ago. Ngorongoro Crater is the home of various animals, including the rare black rhino. The Big Five, zebras, hippos, and hyenas also live here. Explore diverse bird species, including flamingoes, on the Soda Lake. The crater is a popular spot for game viewing, attracting many visitors each year.
- Have a picnic lunch by the Hippo Lake, then go for an afternoon game drive.
- Later, return to your accommodation in Karatu Town for dinner and spend the night at Fig Tree Budget Lodge.
Day 3: Lake Manyara National Park - Arusha
- After breakfast at your accommodation, your guide will pick you up at Lake Manyara National Park, known for its abundant wildlife. The park is named after the shallow Salt Lake, a habitat for many flamingos and more than 500 bird species.
- While exploring, you will spot monkeys, giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, buffalo, elephants, and maybe even lions up in trees. The park offers varied landscapes, including open grassy plains, wooded areas with primates, and cliffs adorned with majestic baobab trees.
- You can engage in canoeing, bird watching, and photography by the lake.
- Enjoy your packed lunch in the park before returning to Arusha City.
- Your adventure concludes as you return in time for your flight home or to your next destination.

What's Included

All accommodations All activities, unless indicated as optional

All transportation (Unless labeled as optional)

Meals (As specified in the day-by-day section)

Taxes / VAT

All transport by road

Park fees

Professional guide

Drinking water (On all days)

The government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees

All meals on safaris

Quality safari jeep

Guide wages

Airport Pickup

Air conditional car

Private trip

Drink water

What's Excluded

Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour

International flights Personal items (Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)

Tips (Tipping guideline US$10.00 pp per day)

Know Before You Go

Our representative will collect you from the airport and take you to your accommodation in Arusha for the night.

We are happy to book accommodation before and after your safari if needed.

Flying into Arusha / Kilimanjaro Airports is quite straightforward. English is widely spoken and used for signs and directions.

Arusha airport is a 30-minute drive from Arusha.

Kilimanjaro Airport is roughly a one-hour drive from Arusha. If you arrive on an international flight, clearing immigration can be a lengthy process.

The local currency is the Tanzanian Shillings. US Dollars and Euros are widely accepted. Most places will not accept older US dollar bills (printed before 2006).

If you intend to use your credit or debit card to withdraw funds, we suggest taking more than one card with you as you may find that your card is not accepted at the first ATM. You may try Visa and Maestro cards are best.

We recommend informing your bank that you will be using your card abroad to avoid being blocked. These are available in Arusha and allow you to withdraw local currency.

We advise you to arrive in Arusha at least one day before your trip begins. Return flights can be booked for the late afternoon/evening of the final day of your Safari, but please ensure your guide is aware of this so that you can arrive at the airport in plenty of time for your flight.

Please check with the relevant Embassy in your country for up-to-date visa and passport information. Ensure your passport will not expire within six months of your trip (i.e., if your trip is in September, make sure it is valid until at least March of the following year) and that it has at least three clear pages.

You will probably need a visa to enter Tanzania. Check with your country’s government travel website to find out how to get your visa. Most visas can be bought on arrival into the country.

You will require vaccinations for your trip. As we are not medically trained, we cannot give detailed advice on vaccination requirements. However, the following vaccinations are generally recommended for Tanzania: Tetanus, Polio, Hepatitis A, Typhoid, Rabies, Yellow Fever, and Malaria. (Yellow fever vaccination is compulsory when you enter Tanzania from a country with yellow fever).

Vaccination certificates are often checked at immigration. If you are entering Tanzania from a country that does not have Yellow Fever, vaccination is not needed. Please visit the World Health Organization website for an up-to-date list. http://www.who.int/ith/ITH_Annex_I.pdf

In some areas we visit, there is a risk of contracting Malaria. You must know that whatever malaria tablets you take only offer partial protection. They must be coupled with your physical efforts against being bitten - the best prevention. Malaria-carrying mosquitoes come out at sunset, so you should wear long sleeves and trousers from this time. Exposed skin, especially ankles, should have insect repellent containing 'Deet' applied to them.

We strongly recommend that you have extensive travel insurance to cover you for your trip. It is also wise to leave a copy of your insurance policy with a friend or relative for safekeeping. Your policy should include adequate Medical Emergency and Repatriation coverage.

Tanzania has a well-established tipping culture.

Guides: If you feel you have received good service, a typical tip is U$D 10-15 per person daily.

What To Bring

Luggage

Clothes

Shoes

Sun Protection

First aid

Photography and Electrical Equipment

Meeting Point

Arusha, Tanzania

Cancellation Policy

For cancellations within 24 hours before the tour -

Refund of 50% of the tour price.

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3-Day Tarangire, Ngorongoro and Lake Manyara National Parks Safari from Arusha

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3-Day Tarangire, Ngorongoro and Lake Manyara National Parks Safari from Arusha

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Description

Itinerary

Day 1: Arusha - Tarangire National Park

Day 2: Ngorongoro Crater

Day 3: Lake Manyara National Park - Arusha

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What's Excluded

Know Before You Go

What To Bring

Meeting Point

Cancellation Policy

Price

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