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3 Days Tarangire & Ngorongoro Safari
Tarangire · Ngorongoro Crater · Lake Manyara
Duration
3 Days / 2 Nights
Activity
Wildlife Safari
Group Size
1 – 12 people (private)
Max Altitude
2,300 m
Best Season
June – October, January – March
Accommodation
Lodges & tented camps
Meals
Breakfast, lunch & dinner
Transportation
4x4 Land Cruiser
Arrival
Arusha / Kilimanjaro Airport
Departure
Arusha / Kilimanjaro Airport
Overview
A short, rewarding safari from Arusha to baobab-studded Tarangire and the world-famous Ngorongoro Crater.
This 3-day private trip starts and ends in Arusha and is fully guided by our experienced local team. Every day is planned around the best wildlife, scenery and comfort, and the itinerary can be tailored to your dates, budget and interests.
Trip Highlights
- Explore Tarangire with a private expert guide
- Explore Ngorongoro Crater with a private expert guide
- Explore Lake Manyara with a private expert guide
- Private vehicle and flexible daily schedule
- Hand-picked lodges, camps and meals included
- Free airport pick-up and drop-off
Itinerary
Your guide picks you up from your Arusha hotel after breakfast for a scenic 2.5-hour drive to Tarangire National Park. Spend the day exploring the park's ancient baobab trees and the Tarangire River, which attracts some of the largest elephant herds in Tanzania. Look out for lions, leopards, giraffes, buffalo and over 550 bird species. Enjoy a picnic lunch in the park and continue game viewing until late afternoon before checking in to your lodge for dinner and overnight.
AccommodationTarangire Sopa Lodge
MealsLunch & Dinner
Cost
The Cost Includes
- Airport pick-up and drop-off
- Private 4x4 vehicle with pop-up roof
- Professional English-speaking guide
- All park and conservation fees
- Accommodation as per itinerary
- Full board meals and drinking water
- Government taxes and VAT
The Cost Excludes
- International flights
- Tanzania visa fees
- Travel insurance
- Tips for guide and crew
- Alcoholic drinks
- Personal expenses
FAQs
When is the best time to visit Tanzania?
The dry season from June to October offers the best game viewing. January to March is ideal for the calving season in the southern Serengeti.
Is this tour private?
Yes. All our trips are private, so you travel only with your own group and a dedicated guide.
Can I customise this itinerary?
Absolutely. We can add or remove days, change lodges or combine with Kilimanjaro or Zanzibar.
Do I need a visa?
Most visitors need a Tanzania visa, available online (e-visa) or on arrival for many nationalities.
How do I book?
Email or WhatsApp us with your dates and group size and we'll send a tailored quote within 24 hours.
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