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3-Day Safari from City Life to Safari Magic
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Arusha This operator can help select your international flights · Arusha to Tarangire National Park · Mto wa mbu to Ngorongoro Crater · Lake Manyara National Park to Arusha · Arusha This operator can help select your international flights
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Your Tanzania safari at a glance
Experience an unforgettable 3-day safari through Tanzania’s top parks. Explore Tarangire’s elephant herds and baobab landscapes, Lake Manyara’s flamingos, tree-climbing lions, and lush scenery, and descend into the breathtaking Ngorongoro Crater, home to the Big Five. Enjoy game drives in a comfortable safari vehicle with an expert guide. A short but powerful adventure filled with wildlife, nature, and lasting memories.
Arusha This operator can help select your international flights
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Arusha to Tarangire National Park
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Mto wa mbu to Ngorongoro Crater
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Lake Manyara National Park to Arusha
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Arusha This operator can help select your international flights
Destinations Visited
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Safari Highlights
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Arusha to Tarangire National Park
Your safari begins with an early morning departure from Arusha as you drive through the scenic landscapes of…
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Mto wa mbu to Ngorongoro Crater
Begin in Mto wa Mbu, a vibrant cultural town near Lake Manyara, where you will enjoy a relaxed…
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Lake Manyara National Park to Arusha
Begin after breakfast in Mto wa Mbu, followed by a short drive to Lake Manyara National Park for…
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Day-by-Day Itinerary
Your safari begins with an early morning departure from Arusha as you drive through the scenic landscapes of northern Tanzania towards Tarangire National Park. Known for its vast savannahs, ancient baobab trees, and large elephant herds, Tarangire offers an incredible first taste of the African wilderness. Enjoy a full-day game drive where you may encounter lions, giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, buffaloes, and a variety of bird species along the Tarangire River, which attracts abundant wildlife especially during the dry season. After an exciting day of exploration and photography, you will exit the park in the evening and drive to your accommodation located just outside Tarangire National Park. Here, you will relax and unwind in a peaceful setting surrounded by nature. Enjoy dinner and an overnight stay outside the park, preparing for the next day’s adventure.
Accommodation: Mid-range lodge located 1-2hr drive from Tarangire NP · Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
Begin in Mto wa Mbu, a vibrant cultural town near Lake Manyara, where you will enjoy a relaxed morning before heading towards the world-famous Ngorongoro Conservation Area. The drive takes you through scenic highlands, passing lush farmlands and breathtaking landscapes. Upon arrival, you descend into the Ngorongoro Crater, one of Africa’s natural wonders and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The crater floor offers incredible wildlife viewing, including lions, elephants, buffaloes, zebras, wildebeests, and the rare black rhino, all living within this unique volcanic caldera. Enjoy a full-day game drive with picnic lunch inside the crater while taking in the stunning surroundings and rich wildlife density. In the late afternoon, you will ascend from the crater and drive back to your accommodation in Mto wa Mbu or nearby area for dinner and overnight stay, reflecting on an unforgettable day in one of Africa’s most iconic safari destinations.
Accommodation: Mid-range lodge located 1-2hr drive from Ngorongoro Crater · All meals included
Begin after breakfast in Mto wa Mbu, followed by a short drive to Lake Manyara National Park for a final game drive. This beautiful park is known for its lush groundwater forest, the shimmering lake filled with flamingos, and diverse wildlife including elephants, baboons, hippos, giraffes, and the famous tree-climbing lions. Enjoy exploring the park while capturing your last safari moments in this scenic and peaceful environment. After the game drive and picnic lunch, you will start your journey back to Arusha, driving through the Great Rift Valley landscapes and local villages along the way. Arrive in Arusha in the late afternoon, marking the end of your unforgettable 3-day safari adventure filled with wildlife, nature, and lasting memories of Tanzania’s most iconic destinations.
Accommodation: Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included) · Non-alcoholic drinks
Where You’ll Stay
lodges properties are matched to your route and dates. The accommodation photo for each day is managed separately from its itinerary image.
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Mid-range lodge located 1-2hr drive from Tarangire NP
Arusha to Tarangire National Park
Meals
Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
Day 2
Mid-range lodge located 1-2hr drive from Ngorongoro Crater
Mto wa mbu to Ngorongoro Crater
Meals
All meals included
Day 3
Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
Lake Manyara National Park to Arusha
Meals
Non-alcoholic drinks
Safari Pricing
Price per person
$1,044
Your exact quote depends on travel dates, group size and accommodation level.
What’s Included
✓ Included
- Park fees (For non-residents)
- All activities (Unless labeled as optional)
- All accommodation (Unless listed as upgrade)
- A professional driver/guide
- All transportation (Unless labeled as optional)
- All Taxes/VAT
- Roundtrip airport transfer
- Meals (As specified in the day-by-day section)
- Drinks (As specified in the day-by-day section)
✕ Not Included
- International flights (From/to home)
- Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
- Tips (Tipping guideline US$10.00 pp per day)
- Personal items (Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
- Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
Exact accommodation, meal plan and final pricing are confirmed with you at booking.
What to Pack for Safari & Tours
Clothing
- Lightweight neutral layers
- Warm jacket
- Sun hat
Footwear
- Walking shoes
- Sandals
- Spare socks
Gear & Essentials
- Binoculars and camera
- Water bottle
- Power bank
Health & Personal
- Sunscreen
- Insect repellent
- Personal medication
Trip Gallery
What Our Guests Say
★★★★★
“Badr described a once-in-a-lifetime safari, highlighting guides Victor and Rasol and the memorable photographs captured by Laurent.”
Badr A · July 9, 2025 · TripAdvisorView source ↗
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“Nasra valued Hamidu’s tracking, attentive service and local-market help, along with Ezekiel’s excellent meals and dietary flexibility.”
Nasra M · March 18, 2025 · TripAdvisorView source ↗
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“Benni praised the modern tents, welcoming staff and Hamidu’s dedication to finding strong wildlife-photography opportunities.”
Benni H · June 14, 2025 · TripAdvisorView source ↗
Good to Know
The planned journey follows Arusha This operator can help select your international flights, Arusha to Tarangire National Park, Mto wa mbu to Ngorongoro Crater, Lake Manyara National Park to Arusha, Arusha This operator can help select your international flights. The exact driving order may be adjusted when wildlife conditions or park logistics make another sequence more rewarding.
This package is designed around lodges accommodation. The named properties remain subject to availability, and comparable alternatives are confirmed with you before booking.
The starting price is per person based on the sharing arrangement shown on this page. Core inclusions currently include Park fees (For non-residents), All activities (Unless labeled as optional), All accommodation (Unless listed as upgrade), A professional driver/guide. Final pricing depends on dates, group size and room configuration.
Items normally paid separately include International flights (From/to home), Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour, Tips (Tipping guideline US$10.00 pp per day), Personal items (Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.). Your final proposal clearly identifies every included and excluded service before payment.
Yes. We can adjust the pace, accommodation level, activities and route around your dates, interests, party size and budget while preserving realistic travel times.
A Tanzania safari specialist reviews your details, checks current availability and replies with a tailored itinerary and quotation. You can request revisions before confirming.
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