3-Day Tarangire, Ngorongoro & Materuni

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

Arrival – Tarangire or Materuni (Depending on Arrival Time & Airport)

Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro or Arusha Airport, your safari begins based on your landing time and location:

If arriving early via Arusha Airport or by morning at JRO, start with a thrilling game drive in Tarangire National Park, known for its large elephant herds, tree-climbing lions, and iconic baobabs.

If arriving later in the day via Kilimanjaro Airport, opt for a refreshing Materuni Waterfall hike and traditional coffee tour with the Chagga community on the verdant slopes of Mount Kilimanjaro.

After your chosen activity, return to Arusha for dinner and an overnight stay at a comfortable lodge or hotel, resting up for the next day’s journey to Ngorongoro.

Main Destination:

Materuni Waterfalls (Highlight)

Accommodation:

Green Mountain Hotel

• Budget hotel located in Arusha (City)

Meals & Drinks:

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

Full-Day Ngorongoro Crater Exploration – Overnight in Karatu

After an early breakfast, set off for a full-day adventure in the breathtaking Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of Africa’s most iconic wildlife destinations. Descend into the 600-meter-deep caldera and explore its diverse habitats—grassy plains, swamps, forests, and a soda lake—home to the Big Five, hippos, flamingos, and abundant birdlife. Enjoy a scenic picnic lunch near a hippo pool, surrounded by the beauty of this natural amphitheater. In the late afternoon, ascend the crater and drive to Karatu for a relaxed evening, dinner, and overnight at a cozy lodge nestled in the lush highlands.

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

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ElephantCommon

HippoCommon

LeopardOccasional

GiraffeNone

White RhinoNone

CheetahNone

Wild DogNone

Accommodation:

Farm of Dreams Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located 1-2hr drive from Ngorongoro Crater

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Materuni or Tarangire (Whichever Was Not Done on Day 1) – Departure

On your final day, complete your safari circuit with the activity you didn’t do on Day 1:

If you started with Tarangire, today enjoy a cultural and nature-filled Materuni hike and coffee tour.

If you began with Materuni, head to Tarangire National Park for a morning game drive before your flight.

After the excursion, your driver will transfer you to Kilimanjaro or Arusha Airport for your onward flight, marking the end of your memorable 3-day Tanzania adventure.

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

WildebeestAbundant

Show more

HippoCommon

HyenaOccasional

LeopardRare

CheetahRare

Wild DogVery Rare

White RhinoNone

Black RhinoNone

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.