3-Day Tarangire, Ngorongoro & Manyara Budgeted Safari

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

Arusha to Tarangire National Park

Your adventure begins with a morning pickup from your hotel in Arusha, followed by a scenic drive to Tarangire National Park. Known for its vast elephant herds and iconic baobab trees, Tarangire offers incredible wildlife viewing opportunities. Lions, giraffes, zebras, and various antelope species roam freely, and the park is home to over 500 bird species. You will enjoy a full-day game drive with a picnic lunch inside the park.

Dinner & overnight at Ngedere Lodge.

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:

Ngedere Lodges & Camps

• Budget lodge located 1-2hr drive from Tarangire NP

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Meals & Drinks:

• Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Tarangire to Ngorongoro Crater

After breakfast, depart for the world-famous Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of Africa’s most breathtaking natural wonders. Descend into the crater for an exciting game drive where you have a high chance of spotting the Big Five – lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo, and rhino – along with hippos, flamingos, and countless other species in this unique ecosystem. Enjoy a picnic lunch at the Hippo Pool before ascending the crater rim.

Dinner & overnight at Ngedere Lodge.

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:

Ngedere Lodges & Camps

• Budget lodge located 1-2hr drive from Ngorongoro Crater

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Lake Manyara National Park to Arusha

On your final day, head to Lake Manyara National Park, famous for its tree-climbing lions, diverse birdlife, and stunning scenery. Enjoy a game drive through the lush forest, open savannah, and the beautiful soda lake, home to flamingos and other waterbirds. Keep an eye out for elephants, giraffes, and baboons before enjoying lunch and starting your return journey to Arusha.

You will arrive in Arusha in the late afternoon, marking the end of your unforgettable 3-day safari.

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:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
• Non-alcoholic drinks

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