3-Day Tarangire, Ngorongoro & Materuni Falls from Arusha

• You'll be collected from the airport.
• Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Arusha to Tarangire National Park

Your adventure begins with a morning pickup from Arusha for a scenic drive to Tarangire National Park. Renowned for its dramatic landscape dotted with iconic baobab trees, Tarangire is famous for hosting some of the largest elephant herds in Africa. Spend the day enjoying game drives along the Tarangire River, a vital water source that attracts dense populations of wildlife, including lions, leopards, giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, and diverse bird species. Break for a picnic lunch while taking in panoramic views of the river plains. As the afternoon turns to late evening, exit the park and head toward Karatu for dinner and your overnight stay at your lodge or camp.

Main Destination:

Tarangire National Park

Best Time To Visit July to November (Animals come to the Tarangire River)

High Season June to October (The park is full of visitors)

Best Weather June to October (Little rainfall)

Wildlife in Tarangire NP

ElephantAbundant

GiraffeCommon

LionCommon

BuffaloAbundant

ZebraAbundant

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HippoCommon

HyenaOccasional

LeopardRare

CheetahRare

Wild DogVery Rare

White RhinoNone

Black RhinoNone

Activities:

• Game drive (pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle)

Accommodation:

Ngedere Lodge & Camp

• Budget lodge located 1-2hr drive from Tarangire NP

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Meals & Drinks:

• Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Ngorongoro Crater Tour to Karatu

After an early breakfast, head to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area and descend 600 meters into the floor of the world-famous Ngorongoro Crater. This natural amphitheater hosts an incredible concentration of wildlife year-round. Spend the day exploring open savannahs, acacia woodlands, and Lake Magadi, spotting lions, hyenas, hippos, buffaloes, and flamingos. With a bit of luck, you may sight the endangered black rhino. Enjoy a picnic lunch near the hippo pool while soaking in the majestic caldera surroundings. In the late afternoon, ascend the crater rim and return to Karatu or Arusha for dinner and overnight rest.

Main Destination:

Ngorongoro Crater

Best Time To Visit June to October (Wildlife viewing is best)

High Season Most of the year – July to March (Expect crowds)

Best Weather June to October (Rainfall is little to none)

Wildlife in Ngorongoro Crater

Black RhinoCommon

LionCommon

BuffaloAbundant

ZebraAbundant

WildebeestAbundant

HyenaAbundant

Show more

ElephantCommon

HippoCommon

White RhinoOccasional

LeopardOccasional

GiraffeNone

CheetahNone

Wild DogNone

Activities:

• Game drive (pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle)

Accommodation:

Ambassador Hotel

• Budget hotel located in Arusha (City)

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Materuni Waterfalls & Coffee Tour to Arusha

Depart in the morning for Materuni Village, nestled on the lush foothills of Mount Kilimanjaro near Moshi. Begin with a guided hike through green coffee plantations and tropical vegetation to the stunning Materuni Waterfalls, where you can admire the 80-meter cascade or take a refreshing dip. Afterwards, return to the village for a traditional Chagga cultural experience. Learn the full process of coffee preparation—from roasting to grinding accompanied by traditional songs—and taste your fresh brew. Enjoy a local Chagga lunch before your drive back to Arusha or transfer to the airport.

Main Destination:

Foothills of Mt Kilimanjaro

Activities:

• Game drive (normal 4x4 vehicle)

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
• Non-alcoholic drinks

• Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
• You'll be dropped off at the airport.