3 Days Tanzania Lodge Safari
3 Days Tarangire – Ngorongoro Crater – Lake Manyara Overview
A classic short lodge safari covering Tanzania’s top northern parks with excellent wildlife viewing in limited time.
Best for: Short stays, first-time visitors, budget–midrange lodge clients
Route:
Arusha → Tarangire → Ngorongoro Crater → Lake Manyara → Arusha
Itinerary
Day 1: Arusha – Tarangire National Park
After breakfast, depart from Arusha and drive to Tarangire National Park with a picnic lunch. Upon arrival, enjoy a full-day game drive in this beautiful park, famous for its large elephant herds, ancient baobab trees, and diverse wildlife including lions, giraffes, zebras, and wildebeest. In the late afternoon, drive to your lodge for relaxation and dinner.
Overnight: Safari Lodge in Tarangire area
Meals: Lunch & Dinner
Day 2: Tarangire – Ngorongoro Crater
After breakfast, drive toward the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for a game drive on the crater floor, one of the best wildlife viewing areas in Africa. You may spot the Big Five including lions, buffaloes, rhinos, elephants, and leopards, as well as hippos and flamingos. In the afternoon, ascend from the crater and transfer to your lodge on the crater rim or nearby Karatu.
Overnight: Lodge near Ngorongoro
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 3: Lake Manyara – Arusha
After breakfast, drive to Lake Manyara National Park for a game drive. The park is known for its tree-climbing lions, large troops of baboons, and rich birdlife including flamingos. After the game drive and picnic lunch, return to Arusha, marking the end of your safari.
Meals: Breakfast & Lunch
Price Inclusions
Lodge accommodation
All park & conservation fees
Private 4×4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof
Professional English-speaking safari guide
Meals as per itinerary
Bottled drinking water
Price Exclusions
International flights
Visa fees
Travel insurance
Tips & personal expenses
Alcoholic beverages