Tour Features

This 3-day safari invites you to discover the iconic Big Five alongside a remarkable variety of wildlife in their natural habitat. Experience the untouched beauty of Africa while staying in carefully selected luxury lodges that blend comfort with the wild. Organized by a professional tour operator based in Arusha, the journey includes full-board service, a dedicated English-speaking guide, and exclusive use of a well-equipped safari jeep featuring mineral water, charging sockets, and binoculars. Every detail is thoughtfully arranged to provide a seamless, comfortable, and truly unforgettable safari experience.

Luxury tourThis luxury tour includes high-end lodges and premium accommodations.
Can be customizedYou can request minor changes to the accommodations and destinations of this tour.
Private tourThis tour will be organized exclusively for you and won't be shared with others.
Not for solo travelersSolo travelers cannot book this tour.
Can start any dayIf availability permits, this tour can start on any day.
Minimum age requiredThe minimum age for this tour is 5 years.
TransportationThis tour uses: Pop-up roof 4x4, Minivan.

Route & Activities

Tanzania

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Start Point
Tarangire National Park
End Point
Lake Manyara National Park

Activities Included

Big FiveWildlifeGuided Safari

Accommodation & Meals

Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost

Day Accommodation Meals
Lunch, Dinner Included with Drinks
Luxury Accommodation
Breakfast, Lunch Included with Drinks
  • A transfer from the airport can be arranged for an extra cost.
  • Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.
  • Day - Arusha to Tarangire National park

    You will be picked up from the lodge or airport and embark on a scenic journey to Tarangire National Park with packed lunch boxes. After the game drive, you'll return to the lodge for relaxation and an overnight stay.


    Tarangire National Park is renowned for its large elephant herds and diverse landscapes, ranging from seasonal swamps to savanna, with the Tarangire River winding through the park. You might witness a lion stalking its prey or leopards lounging in the trees. Once the game drives are complete, you'll head back to your lodge for relaxation, dinner, and a restful overnight stay.


    Main Destination: Tarangire National Park

    Accommodation: Lake Manyara Serena Safari Lodge

    Meals & Drinks: Lunch, Dinner Included with Drinks

  • Day - Ngorongoro Crater

    After breakfast, you'll head to Ngorongoro for a game drive inside the Ngorongoro Crater, with lunch boxes in tow. This park features the largest uninterrupted caldera in the world and is one of Africa's Natural Wonders. It is home to around 30,000 large mammals, including buffaloes, lions, elephants, cheetahs, and rhinos, as well as a diverse array of birds like flamingos, eagles, and buzzards. Get ready to see an abundance of wildlife in a short period.


    Main Destination: Ngorongoro Crater

    Accommodation: Lake Manyara Serena Safari Lodge

    Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Included with Drinks

  • Day - Lake Manyara National Park

    After breakfast, you'll head to Lake Manyara National Park for game drives, taking along packed lunches. After your game drive, you'll be transferred back to Arusha, where the safari concludes.


    Lake Manyara National Park is renowned for its tree-climbing lions, which often hide among the branches, and its numerous colonies of baboons that populate the forest, accompanying you along the road from the moment you enter the park.

    Main Destination: Lake Manyara National Park

    Accommodation: Lake Manyara Serena Safari Lodge

    Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch Included with Drinks

  • Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
  • A transfer back to the airport can be arranged for an extra cost.

Includes

  • Park fees (for non-residents)
  • All activities mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional)
  • Meals (as specified in the day-by-day description)
  • All accommodation mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional upgrade)
  • A professional driver/guide
  • All transportation mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional)

Excludes

  • All Taxes/VAT
  • International flights (from/to the client's home country)
  • Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
  • Tips: tipping guideline of $6 per person per day for the guide and crew
  • Personal items (souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees and other personal items)
  • Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees

Rates Per Person

Mar 2, 2026 - Mar 2, 2027

Traveler Information
Per person
Solo traveler (1 room)
$2,500
2 people (1 room)
$2,000
3 people (2 rooms)
$1,800
4 people (2 rooms)
$1,600
5+ people

*n/a = not available. This tour is unavailable for solo travelers.

Includes

  • Park fees (for non-residents)
  • All activities mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional)
  • Meals (as specified in the day-by-day description)
  • All accommodation mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional upgrade)
  • A professional driver/guide
  • All transportation mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional)

Excludes

  • All Taxes/VAT
  • International flights (from/to the client's home country)
  • Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
  • Tips: tipping guideline of $6 per person per day for the guide and crew
  • Personal items (souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees and other personal items)
  • Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees

Getting There

Tanzania is a beautiful East African country with neighbours Kenya to the north and Mozambique to the south and the Indian Ocean to the east. It is known for its vibrant culture, wonderful national parks, diverse fauna and flora and of course the great wildebeest migration. If you are planning a safari trip to Tanzania then you should find out all about flights to Tanzania, passport and visa requirements.Tanzania’s main airport is Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR) located 13km/8mi southwest of Dar es Salaam. The latter is the entry point for visitors to the southern parks.Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) is situated 46km/29mi east of Arusha, the gateway of Tanzania’s most popular Northern safari circuit.

This tour starts in Tarangire National Park and ends in Lake Manyara National Park, Tanzania

A transfer from and back to the airport is included

Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost

Travel Requirements

  • All foreign visitors need a passport that is valid for at least six months
  • Passports must have a clean and a full visa page for endorsement.
  • When arriving from a yellow-fever-infected country in Africa or the Americas a yellow fever vaccination certificate is required.
  • Citizens of most countries require a visa. A list of countries that don't need a visa is available.
  • Visas are best obtained in advance through an official online visa-application portal (https://eservices.immigration.go.tz/visa/), but they can also be obtained through your local Tanzania Embassy or High Commission.
  • Visas can also be obtained on arrival but this is a lengthy process that can take one to two hours.

Getting There

Tanzania is a beautiful East African country with neighbours Kenya to the north and Mozambique to the south and the Indian Ocean to the east. It is known for its vibrant culture, wonderful national parks, diverse fauna and flora and of course the great wildebeest migration. If you are planning a safari trip to Tanzania then you should find out all about flights to Tanzania, passport and visa requirements.Tanzania’s main airport is Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR) located 13km/8mi southwest of Dar es Salaam. The latter is the entry point for visitors to the southern parks.Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) is situated 46km/29mi east of Arusha, the gateway of Tanzania’s most popular Northern safari circuit.

This tour starts in Tarangire National Park and ends in Lake Manyara National Park, Tanzania

A transfer from and back to the airport is included

Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost

Travel Requirements

  • All foreign visitors need a passport that is valid for at least six months
  • Passports must have a clean and a full visa page for endorsement.
  • When arriving from a yellow-fever-infected country in Africa or the Americas a yellow fever vaccination certificate is required.
  • Citizens of most countries require a visa. A list of countries that don't need a visa is available.
  • Visas are best obtained in advance through an official online visa-application portal (https://eservices.immigration.go.tz/visa/), but they can also be obtained through your local Tanzania Embassy or High Commission.
  • Visas can also be obtained on arrival but this is a lengthy process that can take one to two hours.

Offered By

Serengeti Starlight Tours

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Offices In
Tanzania
Size
1-5 employees
Member Of
BRELA
Tour Types
Big five safari, Mountain climbing
Destinations
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Serengeti Starlight Tours is a locally owned safari company based in Arusha, Tanzania, specializing in tailor-made wildlife safaris, mountain climbing adventures, and Zanzibar beach holidays. With experienced local guides and a strong commitment to personalized service, the company designs authentic, safe, and unforgettable travel experiences across Tanzania’s most iconic destinations.

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