3-Day Crater, Lakes &Giant Safari Northern Circuit

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

Tarangire National Park

Tarangire National Park – The Land of Giants

Theme: Baobabs & Elephants in the Golden Savannah

Morning

7:30 AM: Pick-up from Arusha or Moshi by your Joja-branded safari vehicle, with cold towels and fresh Tanzanian coffee onboard.

8:00 AM: Depart for Tarangire National Park (approx. 2–2.5 hrs).

Scenic briefing en route with storytelling from your Jojas guide about Tarangire’s ancient elephant migration paths.

Midday

12:30 PM: Picnic lunch under the shade of a baobab tree.

Game drive begins: Spot herds of elephants, lions, zebras, giraffes, and over 500 bird species.

Explore the Tarangire River ecosystem, a magnet for wildlife during the dry season.

Evening

5:30 PM: Exit park and head to a Jojas Partner Lodge or Luxury Tented Camp near Lake Manyara.

7:00 PM: Campfire dinner with local stories and optional cultural performance (Maasai dance or drumming night).

Overnight: Eileen tree inn lodge or Marera Valley Lodge / Similar on Fb.

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:

Eileen's Trees Inn

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

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Lake Manyara National Park

Lake Manyara National Park – Forest, Rift & Flamingos

Theme: The Hidden Gem of the Great Rift Valley

Morning

7:00 AM: Breakfast at the lodge.

8:00 AM: Enter Lake Manyara National Park – known for its groundwater forest, flamingo-dotted lake, and tree-climbing lions.

Drive through fig and mahogany forest — look for monkeys, elephants, and birdlife (including pelicans and flamingos).

Visit the hot springs (Maji Moto) and learn their local legends from your guide.

Midday

12:30 PM: Bush lunch in a safe, scenic spot overlooking the lake.

Optional 1-hr cultural visit in nearby Mto wa Mbu Village – banana plantation walk, local market, or wood carving workshop with local artisans (part of Jojas Community Partnership Program).

Evening

4:30 PM: Transfer to Ngorongoro Highlands (approx. 1.5 hrs).

Arrive at lodge on the crater rim in time for sunset over the caldera.

Overnight: Eileen’s Tree Inn Lodge in FB.

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:

Eileen's Trees Inn

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

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Ngoro Ngoro Crater

Theme: Into the World’s Largest Intact Caldera

Early Morning

6:00 AM: Early breakfast and descend into the Ngorongoro Crater before the crowds.

Full-day game drive inside the crater – chance to see all Big Five: lion, elephant, buffalo, rhino, and leopard.

Special Jojas Safari Touch: Sunrise hot cocoa on the crater floor.

Descend into the world’s largest intact volcanic caldera for a once-in-a-lifetime game viewing experience. The Ngorongoro Crater offers unrivaled opportunities to witness Africa’s Big Five in a dramatically scenic setting.

Throughout the itinerary, Jojas Adventure ensures premium safari vehicles, experienced local guides, eco-conscious travel practices, and meaningful cultural interactions—delivering a safari experience that is both unforgettable and responsibly crafted.

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:

• Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

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