3-Day Lake Manyara, Tarangire & Ngorongoro Crater

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

Arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport – Transfer to Lake Manyara National Park

Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO), you will be welcomed by your safari guide and depart immediately for Lake Manyara National Park. Enjoy an afternoon game drive through the park’s diverse ecosystems, from dense groundwater forest to open savannah and the soda lake itself. Keep an eye out for baboons, elephants, hippos, flamingos, and the famous tree-climbing lions. After the game drive, head to your lodge for dinner and overnight stay.

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

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LionOccasional

HyenaOccasional

LeopardRare

Wild DogVery Rare

White RhinoNone

Black RhinoNone

CheetahNone

Accommodation:

Bougainvillea Safari Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located less than 1hr drive from Lake Manyara NP

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Lake Manyara – Transfer to Tarangire National Park

After breakfast, depart for Tarangire National Park, known for its massive herds of elephants and iconic baobab trees. Enjoy a full-day game drive in this underrated gem of a park. You’ll have the chance to spot lions, zebras, wildebeests, and a wide range of birdlife, especially near the life-giving Tarangire River. After a fulfilling day in the bush, proceed to your lodge for relaxation, dinner, and 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:

Marera Valley Lodge

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

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Transfer to Ngorongoro Crater – Game Drive & Departure

Start the day early with a drive to the Ngorongoro Crater, one of Africa’s most spectacular natural wonders. Descend into the world’s largest unbroken volcanic caldera for a game drive filled with potential sightings of the Big Five—including black rhinos and lions—as well as hippos, flamingos, and more. After a picnic lunch on the crater floor, begin your ascent and drive back to Arusha or Kilimanjaro Airport for your departure, concluding your unforgettable Tanzanian safari.

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:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

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

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