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3 Days / 2 Nights
3 Days Budget Safari Best of Ngorongoro /Tarangire
From $700 pp
Budget Safaris
Tour Overview
Experience three of Tanzania’s most rewarding northern destinations in just three days. This budget safari combines the elephant-rich landscapes of Tarangire, the incredible wildlife concentration of the Ngorongoro Crater, and the scenic forests and birdlife of Lake Manyara.
It is ideal for travelers looking for an affordable safari with excellent wildlife viewing and a comfortable camping experience.
It is ideal for travelers looking for an affordable safari with excellent wildlife viewing and a comfortable camping experience.
Safari Highlights
Tarangire, Ngorongoro Crater, Lake Manyara
Detailed Day-by-Day Itinerary
Day 1: Arusha – Tarangire National Park – Karatu
Begin your game drive through the park, famous for its large elephant population, ancient baobab trees and seasonal wildlife concentrations. Search for elephants, lions, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, buffaloes, impalas and many other species.
Enjoy a picnic lunch inside the park before continuing your afternoon game drive.
In the late afternoon, leave Tarangire and drive toward Karatu for dinner and overnight.
Meals: Lunch & Dinner
Wake early and have breakfast before driving to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area.
Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for a full-day game drive. The crater provides one of the most spectacular wildlife experiences in Tanzania.Look for lions, elephants, buffaloes, zebras, wildebeest, hippos, hyenas and, with luck, the endangered black rhino.
Enjoy a picnic lunch at a designated picnic site before continuing your game drive.
In the afternoon, ascend from the crater and return to Karatu.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
After breakfast, drive to Lake Manyara National Park for your final game drive.
Explore the park’s groundwater forest, open woodland and lakeshore areas. Look for elephants, giraffes, buffaloes, zebras, wildebeest, baboons, monkeys and a variety of birds.
With luck, you may encounter the famous tree-climbing lions.
After a picnic lunch and final game drive, leave the park and drive back to Arusha, arriving in the late afternoon or evening.
Begin your game drive through the park, famous for its large elephant population, ancient baobab trees and seasonal wildlife concentrations. Search for elephants, lions, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, buffaloes, impalas and many other species.
Enjoy a picnic lunch inside the park before continuing your afternoon game drive.
In the late afternoon, leave Tarangire and drive toward Karatu for dinner and overnight.
Meals: Lunch & Dinner
Wake early and have breakfast before driving to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area.
Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for a full-day game drive. The crater provides one of the most spectacular wildlife experiences in Tanzania.Look for lions, elephants, buffaloes, zebras, wildebeest, hippos, hyenas and, with luck, the endangered black rhino.
Enjoy a picnic lunch at a designated picnic site before continuing your game drive.
In the afternoon, ascend from the crater and return to Karatu.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
After breakfast, drive to Lake Manyara National Park for your final game drive.
Explore the park’s groundwater forest, open woodland and lakeshore areas. Look for elephants, giraffes, buffaloes, zebras, wildebeest, baboons, monkeys and a variety of birds.
With luck, you may encounter the famous tree-climbing lions.
After a picnic lunch and final game drive, leave the park and drive back to Arusha, arriving in the late afternoon or evening.
Included & Excluded
What's Included
- Private 4×4 safari vehicle
- Professional English-speaking safari guide
- Tarangire game drive
- Ngorongoro Crater game drive
- Lake Manyara game drive
- Park and conservation fees
- 2 nights budget camping/lodge accommodation
- Camping equipment where applicable
- Breakfast, lunch and dinner
- Drinking water during safari
- Government taxes and VAT
What's Not Included
- International flights
- Tanzania visa
- Travel insurance
- Tips
- Alcoholic drinks
- Personal expenses
- Optional activities
- Airport transfers unless requested
- Accommodation before/after safari
Best Time To Visit
June to October is excellent for general wildlife viewing. January–February can also be very rewarding, while the green season offers beautiful scenery and fewer visitors.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I do this safari as a joining safari?
Yes. A shared/joining option can be arranged at a lower price.
Is this safari suitable for families?
Yes. It is suitable for families, couples, friends and solo travelers.
Can I upgrade from camping to a lodge?
Yes. You can upgrade to budget or mid-range accommodation.
Which park is best for wildlife?
Ngorongoro is particularly impressive for concentrated wildlife, while Tarangire is excellent for elephants and Lake Manyara offers diverse habitats and birdlife.
Can I see the Big Five?
There is a good possibility of seeing several Big Five species, especially in Ngorongoro, but sightings are never guaranteed.
Can I start and finish in Arusha?
Yes. The itinerary starts and ends in Arusha.
Yes. A shared/joining option can be arranged at a lower price.
Is this safari suitable for families?
Yes. It is suitable for families, couples, friends and solo travelers.
Can I upgrade from camping to a lodge?
Yes. You can upgrade to budget or mid-range accommodation.
Which park is best for wildlife?
Ngorongoro is particularly impressive for concentrated wildlife, while Tarangire is excellent for elephants and Lake Manyara offers diverse habitats and birdlife.
Can I see the Big Five?
There is a good possibility of seeing several Big Five species, especially in Ngorongoro, but sightings are never guaranteed.
Can I start and finish in Arusha?
Yes. The itinerary starts and ends in Arusha.
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