3-Day – Tarangire, Ngorongoro Crater, and Lake Manyara

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

Arrival in Arusha – Tarangire National Park

Arrive in Arusha and meet your guide for a transfer to Tarangire National Park. The park is famous for its large elephant herds, as well as its unique vegetation, including the towering baobab trees. Spend the afternoon on a game drive, keeping an eye out for the park’s famous elephants, along with lions, giraffes, and various bird species. After the day’s adventure, you will stay at a midrange lodge within the park or nearby.

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:

Heart And Soul Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located 1-2hr drive from Tarangire NP

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Ngorongoro Crater Exploration

After breakfast, head to the Ngorongoro Crater, one of Tanzania’s most iconic wildlife destinations. Known for its stunning scenery and high concentration of animals, the crater is home to a variety of species, including the endangered black rhino. A full-day game drive will give you ample time to explore this wildlife haven, with opportunities to spot lions, elephants, zebras, and wildebeests. Enjoy a picnic lunch in the crater, before continuing your safari in the afternoon. Afterward, you’ll return to your lodge for a restful night.

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:

Heart And Soul Lodge

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

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Lake Manyara National Park

On your final day, journey to Lake Manyara National Park, known for its diverse ecosystems and incredible birdwatching opportunities. The park is home to flamingos, pelicans, and a variety of raptors. While there, you might spot the park’s famous tree-climbing lions. A game drive will take you through the park’s different habitats, including forests, wetlands, and the lake shores. After lunch, return to Arusha in the late afternoon for your departure or onward journey.

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.