3-Day Exciting Tarangire, Ngorongoro & Manyara Safari

• A transfer from the airport can be arranged for an extra cost.
• Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Arusha to Tarangire

Depart early from Arusha and drive approximately two hours (120 km) to Tarangire National Park. This park is known for its iconic baobab trees and large elephant herds, especially during the dry season when wildlife gathers around the Tarangire River. Expect to see zebras, wildebeest, giraffes, lions, and abundant birdlife. After a full-day game drive and picnic lunch in the park, proceed to Karatu, located near the Ngorongoro Highlands. Arrive at Marera Valley Lodge in the late afternoon for check-in, dinner, and overnight. The lodge offers a peaceful garden setting, warm hospitality, and scenic views of the surrounding farmland.

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:

Marera Valley 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 tour

Enjoy an early breakfast and depart with a packed lunch to Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of Africa’s most breathtaking wildlife locations. Descend 600 meters into the world’s largest intact volcanic caldera, home to diverse habitats and a remarkable density of wildlife including lions, elephants, buffalo, hippos, and the rare black rhino. You’ll stop for a picnic lunch near the Hippo Pool while taking in views of the crater floor. In the late afternoon, ascend the crater wall and return to Karatu. Arrive back at Marera Valley Lodge for dinner and overnight.

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:

Marera Valley Lodge

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

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Ngorongoro to Arusha

After breakfast and check-out, take a short drive to Lake Manyara National Park. The park offers a rich mix of landscapes including forest, acacia woodland, and the lake itself. Wildlife highlights include tree-climbing lions, elephants, baboons, hippos, and numerous bird species such as flamingos and pelicans. The morning game drive offers a final chance to enjoy Tanzania’s wildlife. After lunch, begin the return journey to Arusha, arriving in the late afternoon. This marks the end of your 3-day northern circuit safari experience.

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.
• A transfer back to the airport can be arranged for an extra cost.