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Tanzania · Safari Tour

3 Days Tarangire, Ngorongoro Crater & Lake Manyara Safari

Elephants and baobabs in Tarangire, a game drive in the Ngorongoro Crater and the forests of Lake Manyara, all within easy reach of Arusha.

Duration3 days / 2 nights
Start / EndArusha
Tour typeSafari tour
Vehicle4x4 safari jeep
DestinationsTarangire, Ngorongoro & Manyara
KATO member AS/771
80+ Tripadvisor reviews
TRA licensed
10 years experience

Tour Overview

This short safari covers three of northern Tanzania’s parks, all close to Arusha. Tarangire National Park is known for its large elephant herds and ancient baobab trees along the Tarangire River, while Lake Manyara National Park combines groundwater forest, open floodplains and a soda lake that often attracts flamingos.

The highlight is a game drive on the floor of the Ngorongoro Crater, a huge volcanic caldera that is home to lions, elephants, buffalo, hippos and one of the best chances in Tanzania to see black rhino.

Tour Highlights

  • Elephant herds and baobab trees in Tarangire
  • Game drive on the floor of the Ngorongoro Crater
  • A chance to see black rhino in the crater
  • Forest, floodplains and birdlife at Lake Manyara
  • Short drives, all close to Arusha
  • Professional driver-guide

Route Map

KENYATANZANIAKilimanjaroArushaTarangireLake ManyaraKaratuNgorongoro Crater
  1. ArushaPick-up from your hotel
  2. Tarangire National ParkGame drive · night near Lake Manyara
  3. Ngorongoro CraterCrater game drive · night in Karatu
  4. Lake Manyara National ParkMorning game drive
  5. Back to ArushaDrop-off on day 3

Day-by-Day Itinerary

Day1

Arusha to Tarangire

Your driver-guide picks you up from your Arusha hotel in the morning for the drive to Tarangire National Park (about 2–3 hours). Spend the day exploring the park, with its large elephant herds, giant baobab trees and the Tarangire River, which draws wildlife in the dry season, with a picnic lunch in the park. In the late afternoon, drive to your lodge near Lake Manyara.

  • Overnight: [Lodge / tented camp name]
  • Meals: Lunch & Dinner
Day2

Ngorongoro Crater

After an early breakfast, drive up into the Ngorongoro highlands and descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for a game drive on the crater floor. Look for lions, elephants, buffalo, hippos, flamingos and black rhino, with a picnic lunch in the crater. In the afternoon, climb out of the crater and drive to your lodge in Karatu.

  • Overnight: [Lodge / tented camp name]
  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day3

Lake Manyara to Arusha

After breakfast, check out and drive down to Lake Manyara National Park for a morning game drive through the groundwater forest and along the lake shore, looking for elephants, giraffes, baboons and water birds. After lunch, drive back to Arusha (about 2 hours). Drop-off at your hotel or Kilimanjaro International Airport.

  • End of safari
  • Meals: Breakfast & Lunch
Where you'll stay

Lodges & Camps

Lake Manyara
Budget · 1 night

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Karatu
Budget · 1 night

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Lake Manyara
Mid-Range · 1 night

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Karatu
Mid-Range · 1 night

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Lake Manyara
Luxury · 1 night

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Karatu
Luxury · 1 night

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Lake Manyara
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Karatu
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Lake Manyara
Ultra Luxury · 1 night

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Karatu
Ultra Luxury · 1 night

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What's Included

Included

  • Safari vehicle with pop-up roof
  • Professional English-speaking driver-guide
  • 2 nights accommodation as per itinerary
  • Meals as per itinerary
  • Tarangire, Lake Manyara and Ngorongoro Crater fees
  • Game drives as per itinerary
  • Bottled drinking water on game drives
  • Hotel or airport pick-up and drop-off in Arusha

Not included

  • International flights
  • Visa fees
  • Travel insurance
  • Tips and gratuities
  • Drinks and personal items
  • Optional activities (Mto wa Mbu village walk)
Rates

Prices per Person Sharing

Low season[DATES, e.g. April – June]
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Mid-Range[Mid-range lodge names][LOW][LOW][LOW][LOW][LOW]
Luxury[Luxury lodge names][LOW][LOW][LOW][LOW][LOW]
Luxury Upgrade[Luxury upgrade lodge names][LOW][LOW][LOW][LOW][LOW]
Ultra Luxury[Ultra-luxury lodge names][LOW][LOW][LOW][LOW][LOW]
Mid season[DATES, e.g. January – March, November]
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Budget[Budget lodge names][MID][MID][MID][MID][MID]
Mid-Range[Mid-range lodge names][MID][MID][MID][MID][MID]
Luxury[Luxury lodge names][MID][MID][MID][MID][MID]
Luxury Upgrade[Luxury upgrade lodge names][MID][MID][MID][MID][MID]
Ultra Luxury[Ultra-luxury lodge names][MID][MID][MID][MID][MID]
High season[DATES, e.g. July – October, December]
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Budget[Budget lodge names][HIGH][HIGH][HIGH][HIGH][HIGH]
Mid-Range[Mid-range lodge names][HIGH][HIGH][HIGH][HIGH][HIGH]
Luxury[Luxury lodge names][HIGH][HIGH][HIGH][HIGH][HIGH]
Luxury Upgrade[Luxury upgrade lodge names][HIGH][HIGH][HIGH][HIGH][HIGH]
Ultra Luxury[Ultra-luxury lodge names][HIGH][HIGH][HIGH][HIGH][HIGH]

Prices are per person, sharing a room, in US$. Contact us for single rooms, children's rates and private group quotes.

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lukasbA4269AC
lukasbA4269AC
09:56 23 Sep 26
The safari with Daydream Safaris was truly perfect! From the planning and the choice of accommodations to the drives between the national parks, it was wonderful in every way.
Kennedy really thought of everything and put together a great package with Daydream Safaris.
Our guide, Jackson, was friendly, funny, and had eagle eyes—no animal escaped his notice. We got to see all kinds of animals, from elephants and rhinos to predators. And all up close!
For another trip to Kenya or another safari, I highly recommend Kennedy and especially Jackson, because they gave my friends and me an unforgettable trip! Thank you so much!
devaanss
devaanss
04:43 23 Sep 26
We had an amazing 10-day safari with Day Dream Safari. Our guide, Jackson, was incredibly friendly, enthusiastic, and always determined to find the best wildlife sightings while making sure we had a great time throughout the trip.

The accommodations and food exceeded our expectations, and everything was well organized from start to finish. We truly couldn’t have asked for a better experience.

Highly recommend Day Dream Safari to anyone planning a trip to the Masai Mara.
266majida
266majida
11:30 19 Sep 26
Three parks, one unforgettable journey. At Amboseli, herds of elephants strolled across the dust with Mount Kilimanjaro rising behind them, a scene so perfect I kept thinking someone had painted it. At Lake Nakuru, the shoreline blushed pink with flamingos, and we spotted rhinos grazing nearby. Then came the Masai Mara, where the plains seemed to go on forever and every drive felt like a nature documentary, with lions on the hunt, cheetahs on the prowl.

But what made this trip truly special was our guide- Mr Jackson, a truly living legend. He had a sharp eye for spotting animals, endless stories about the wildlife and the land, and a way of finding the perfect spot at the perfect moment. His patience, humour and passion turned good sightings into moments I'll be retelling for years. We never felt rushed, and we always felt very looked after.

Although the journey just flew by, and I came home with thousands of photos, dusty boots and a heart full of gratitude. Amazing doesn't cover it. If Kenya is on your list, don't wait. Go, and go with this team. I am already planning to rebook again soon.

From the group, thank you Daydream and the team for the memorable trip. See you again soon.
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