3-Day Best of Tarangire, Ngorongoro and Manyara Safari

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

Kilimanjaro Airport to Tarangire National Park

Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, you’ll meet your guide who will introduce himself and provide a brief overview of your safari. Then, you’ll board a comfortable 4x4 Land Cruiser specially adapted for safari drives and begin your journey to Tarangire National Park, about a two-hour drive.

Tarangire is famous for its rich biodiversity, including large elephant herds and varied landscapes, from seasonal swamps to open savannahs, with the winding Tarangire River at its heart. Keep an eye out for lions stalking prey or leopards lounging high in the trees.

After an exciting game drive, you’ll return to your lodge to relax, enjoy dinner, and rest overnight.

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

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HippoCommon

HyenaOccasional

LeopardRare

CheetahRare

Wild DogVery Rare

White RhinoNone

Black RhinoNone

Accommodation:

Kankari Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located 2-3hr drive from Tarangire NP

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Game drive in Ngorongoro Crater

After a delicious breakfast, you’ll drive to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its unique blend of natural beauty and cultural significance. Descend into the crater for a chance to see the Big Five — prides of lions, herds of buffalo, elephants, leopards, and rare black rhinos. Flamingos grace the crater’s alkaline lakes, adding vibrant color to this incredible ecosystem. Be prepared to encounter a rich variety of wildlife within moments of entering this remarkable sanctuary. After your game drive, return to the lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.

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

LeopardOccasional

GiraffeNone

White RhinoNone

CheetahNone

Wild DogNone

Accommodation:

Kankari Lodge

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

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Game drive in Lake Manyara National Park (tree-climbing lions and flamingos)

Rise and shine, as today marks the end of your safari adventure. You’ll depart for Lake Manyara National Park, nestled at the base of the Great Rift Valley. This park is famous for its diverse landscapes, from lush forests to open savannahs, and for its iconic tree-climbing lions. Alongside elephants, giraffes, and a variety of bird species near the alkaline Lake Manyara, you’ll enjoy a captivating game drive full of unforgettable wildlife moments.

Later, you’ll return to Arusha, where your incredible safari journey concludes.

Main Destination:

Lake Manyara National Park

Best Time To Visit June to October (Easier to spot animals)

High Season July to March (The northern section gets crowded)

Best Weather June to October (Little rainfall)

Wildlife in Lake Manyara NP

ElephantCommon

GiraffeCommon

BuffaloCommon

ZebraCommon

WildebeestCommon

HippoCommon

Show more

LionOccasional

HyenaOccasional

LeopardRare

Wild DogVery Rare

White RhinoNone

Black RhinoNone

CheetahNone

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.