Wonders of Ngorongoro Safari
3 Days
Tarangire National Park, Lake Manyara National Park, Ngorongoro Crater.
3
Days
2
Nights
Activities
Game Drive, Site Visit, Cultural Experience, Birdwatching
Price
From: $1,200
Bush Experience
With the experts
This 3-day safari adventure takes you to three of Tanzania’s iconic parks: Tarangire National Park, Lake Manyara National Park, and the world-renowned Ngorongoro Crater.
Wonders of Ngorongoro
Itinerary
This 3-day safari adventure takes you to three of Tanzania’s iconic parks: Tarangire National Park, Lake Manyara National Park, and the world-renowned Ngorongoro Crater.
Day 1: Arusha – Tarangire National Park
- Morning: Depart from Arusha after breakfast and drive to Tarangire National Park (approximately 2 hours).
- Explore the park known for its giant baobab trees, large herds of elephants, and diverse wildlife including lions, leopards, and zebras.
- Enjoy a game drive, focusing on the Tarangire River, a vital water source attracting animals.
- Lunch: Picnic in the park.
- Afternoon: Continue game drives, spotting more wildlife and soaking in the stunning scenery.
- Evening: Drive to your lodge/camp for dinner and overnight stay.
Accommodation:
- Luxury: Tarangire Treetops Lodge
- Mid-range: Tarangire Safari Lodge
- Budget: Sangaiwe Tented Camp
Day 2: Tarangire – Lake Manyara National Park
- Morning: After breakfast, drive to Lake Manyara National Park (1.5 hours).
- This lush park is famous for its tree-climbing lions, abundant birdlife (including flamingos), and large troops of baboons.
- Game drive along the lake and forested areas to spot giraffes, hippos, elephants, and more.
- Lunch: Enjoy a picnic overlooking the lake.
- Afternoon: Continue exploring the park before heading to your accommodation near the Ngorongoro Conservation Area.
- Evening: Relax with views of the highlands.
Accommodation:
- Luxury: Lake Manyara Tree Lodge
- Mid-range: Marera Valley Lodge
- Budget: Fanaka Campsite
Day 3: Ngorongoro Crater – Arusha
- Morning: Early breakfast, then drive to the Ngorongoro Crater (1 hour). Descend into the crater for a full morning of game viewing.
- The crater floor offers one of the densest concentrations of wildlife in Africa, including the Big Five (lion, leopard, elephant, rhino, and buffalo).
- Spot other animals like wildebeest, zebras, hyenas, and cheetahs. The views are breathtaking.
- Lunch: Picnic at a designated spot near the hippo pool.
- Afternoon: Ascend from the crater and begin your drive back to Arusha (2.5–3 hours).
Inclusions & Exclusions
Whats Included ?
- Full board Accommodation with 3 meals at Tarangire, Ngorongoro & Serengeti
- Bed & Breakfast at Arusha
- All transfers as indicated on the itinerary
- All house drinks with the exception of premium brands in all places except at Arusha
- Game drives in a private 4x4 Land cruiser
- Schedule flights from Serengeti - Kilimanjaro
- Cultural tour at Tarangire & Mto wa Mbu
- Sundowner at Serengeti
- Laundry at all places except at Arusha ( Limited Laundry at Ngorongoro)
- All park entrance fees
- 1 litre of mineral water per person per day
- Government taxes
Whats Excluded ?
- Items of a personal nature i.e. Gratuities; premium brand beverages; curios; telephone
- Visas
- Airport and departure taxes
- International flights
- Any other item not mentioned above