3-Day Wild Treasures Safari: Tarangire, Ngorongoro & Manyara

Tour Overview

Price Start From $ 932 P er Person, 2 Pax

This 3-day safari offers a perfect introduction to Tanzania’s northern circuit, combining three iconic destinations in one compact adventure. You’ll begin in Tarangire National Park, renowned for its vast elephant herds, towering baobab trees, and diverse birdlife. On Day 2, you’ll descend into the Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site often called the “Eighth Wonder of the World,” where the Big Five roam freely in one of Africa’s most unique ecosystems. Finally, on Day 3, you’ll explore Lake Manyara National Park, famous for its tree-climbing lions, large troops of baboons, and flocks of flamingos along the soda lake, before returning to Arusha.

This itinerary blend diverse landscapes, iconic wildlife, and efficient travel for those seeking maximum adventure in just three days.

Detailed Itinerary

Day 1: Arusha to Tarangire National Park

Depart Arusha in the morning by 4WD Land Cruiser and drive to Tarangire National Park. Famous for its ancient baobab trees and large elephant herds, Tarangire offers a classic safari experience with diverse wildlife including lions, zebras, wildebeest, giraffes, and over 500 bird species.

Enjoy a picnic lunch in the park followed by an afternoon game drive. In the late afternoon, transfer to your lodge in Karatu for dinner and overnight stay.

Main Destination: Tarangire National Park

Accommodation: Eileens Lodge

Meals: Lunch & Dinner

Day 2: Ngorongoro Crater- Karatu

After breakfast, drive to the Ngorongoro Crater. Descend into this spectacular natural caldera, home to elephants, lions, buffalo, zebras, hippos, and the rare black rhinoceros. The crater floor offers one of the highest densities of wildlife in Africa, making it one of the best places to spot the Big Five in a single day.
Enjoy a picnic lunch inside the crater before continuing your game drive. In the late afternoon, ascend the crater walls and return to your lodge in Karatu for dinner and overnight.
Main Destination: Ngorongoro Crater
Accommodation: Eileens Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 3: Lake Manyara National Park to Arusha

After breakfast, drive to Lake Manyara National Park. This scenic park is famous for its tree-climbing lions, large troops of baboons, and flocks of flamingos along the soda lake. The park’s diverse habitats ranging from groundwater forests to open plains provide excellent opportunities to spot elephants, hippos, giraffes, and a wide variety of birdlife.

Enjoy a game drive and picnic lunch inside the park before returning to Arusha in the afternoon, where your safari concludes.

Main Destination: Lake Manyara National Park

Accommodation: None

Meals: Breakfast & Lunch