3 Days Mid Range Lodge Safari

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Visit Tarangire National Park, Lake Manyara and Ngorongoro Crater

This 3-day Tanzania safari offers a rich wildlife experience, taking you through three of Tanzania’s most iconic national parks: Tarangire, Ngorongoro Crater, and Lake Manyara. Enjoy breathtaking landscapes, spot the Big Five, and witness Tanzania’s incredible biodiversity. This itinerary is perfect for those who want to experience a true African safari in a short but meaningful time.

Why Choose This Itinerary?

This safari is designed for travelers who want a complete wildlife experience in just a few days. You’ll visit diverse ecosystems, from the dry savannah of Tarangire to the lush forests around Lake Manyara and the unique ecosystem of Ngorongoro Crater. With early morning game drives and professional guides, your chances of seeing a wide variety of animals, including rare species like rhinos and tree-climbing lions, are very high. Comfortable accommodations, full-board meals, and seamless transport ensure that your safari is relaxing and unforgettable.

Safari Highlights

See huge herds of elephants and giant baobab trees at Tarangire.
Discover the Ngorongoro Crater, home to the densest concentration of wildlife in Africa.
Spot the famous tree-climbing lions and colorful birdlife at Lake Manyara.
Enjoy game drives with an expert guide and stay in comfortable lodges.
Experience the breathtaking landscapes and rich wildlife of Tanzania’s top parks.

3 Days Tanzania Safari

Day 1:

Arrive in Tanzania

Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, your driver-guide will meet you and transfer you to your hotel in Arusha. Here, you will relax after your journey and receive a full safari briefing from your guide.

Overnight at The Maridadi Hotel

Meals: No meals included today

Hotel check-in time: 12:00 PM

Day 2:

Arusha – Tarangire National Park – Karatu

After breakfast, you’ll be picked up from your hotel at 07:00 AM and drive to Tarangire National Park. Famous for its massive elephant herds and ancient baobab trees, Tarangire offers great opportunities for wildlife viewing. After the game drive, you will head to your lodge in Karatu for a relaxing evening.

Overnight: Marera Valley Lodge

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Distance: 140 km

Travel time: Approx. 2 hours

Day 3:

Karatu – Ngorongoro Crater – Karatu

You’ll depart early in the morning with packed breakfast to catch the best wildlife activity inside the Ngorongoro Crater. The crater hosts a high density of wildlife, including lions, elephants, hippos, and, with luck, the rare black rhino. After a picnic lunch at the crater floor, continue with game viewing before returning to your lodge in Karatu.

Overnight: Marera Valley Lodge

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 4:

Karatu – Lake Manyara National Park – Moshi/Airport

Today you will visit Lake Manyara National Park, famous for its tree-climbing lions and stunning scenery. Enjoy a final game drive and then proceed back to Moshi/Airport, stopping at curio shops along the way for some souvenir shopping.

Overnight: The Maridadi Hotel

Meals: Breakfast & Lunch

Pick up and drop off from Kilimanjaro International airport.
2 nights of hotel Accommodation before and after safari (breakfast included)
Transportation in a 4×4 Toyota Land cruiser with pop-up roof
Professional and Experienced English-speaking safari guide
All national park fees;
All accommodation in safari lodges under your program
Three meals per day on safari;
Bottled drinking water throughout the tour
Medical kit;
Binocular
All mentioned activist as per itinerary

International Flights
Personal spending money for souvenirs etc
Alcoholic and soft drinks
Travel insurance
Visa fees
Optional activities
Tips and gratuities to driver/Safari guide (20usd/day – recommended)

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Tour Pricing

Type of accommodation

2 Pax

4 Pax

6 Pax

Lodge Accommodation

USD 1,835

USD 1,485

USD 1,365

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