Safari Tour: 3-Day Affordable Short Safari Visit Tarangire, Manyara - Tanzania Safari Tour
3-Day Tanzania Safari Tour by OLDBEAST VACATIONS
Offered by - OLDBEAST VACATIONS
Tour Features
This 3-day safari offers a perfect blend of varied landscapes and rich wildlife. You will experience Tarangire's massive baobab trees and elephants, Lake Manyara's lush groundwater forest and birdlife (including flamingos), and the world-renowned Ngorongoro Crater with its high chance of spotting the Big Five.
| Mid-Range tour | This mid-range tour includes comfortable lodges and tented camps. |
| Can be customized | You can request minor changes to the accommodations and destinations of this tour. |
| Shared tour | This tour will be shared with other travelers. |
| Not for solo travelers | Solo travelers cannot book this tour. |
| Can start any day | If availability permits, this tour can start on any day. |
| No minimum age | There is no minimum age for this tour. |
| Transportation | This tour uses: Pop-up roof 4x4. |
Route & Activities
Tanzania
Activities Included
Accommodation & Meals
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost
| Day | Accommodation | Meals |
| 1 | Senator Hotel Arusha No images available | Dinner Included |
| 2 | Ngare Lodge No images available | Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Included |
| 3 | Mid-Range Accommodation No images available | Breakfast, Lunch Included |
Arrival (See Getting There for more details)
- 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 1 - Arrival in Arusha
Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO), you’ll be greeted by your driver or tour representative holding a sign with your name. After assisting with your luggage, they will transfer you directly to your hotel in Arusha. The drive typically takes 45–60 minutes, depending on traffic and weather. On arrival, check in and settle into your hotel to rest and prepare for your safari.
Main Destination: Arusha
Accommodation: Senator Hotel Arusha
Meals & Drinks: Dinner Included
- Day 2 - Arusha – Tarangire National Park
After enjoying an early breakfast in Arusha, you will depart at approximately 7:30 AM and embark on a scenic drive towards Tarangire National Park, which typically takes around two and a half hours. Upon arrival at Tarangire by 10:00 AM, you will begin a full day of game viewing in this remarkable park, renowned for its majestic baobab trees, expansive savannah landscapes, and large herds of elephants the park’s most famous residents. As you explore, you may also spot lions, giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, and a variety of bird species, making for an enriching wildlife experience. Around midday, you will enjoy a picnic lunch at one of the park’s designated picnic sites, offering a chance to relax and take in the beautiful surroundings. In the late afternoon, after your game drive, you will exit the park and head to the town of Karatu, where you will check into a comfortable mid-range lodge for dinner and an overnight stay, preparing for the next day’s adventure.
Main Destination: Tarangire National Park
Accommodation: Ngare Lodge
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Included
- Day 3 - Lake Manyara National Park-Arusha
On this full-day safari, start early with breakfast at your lodge before driving about 30 minutes to Lake Manyara National Park. Enjoy a game drive through its diverse landscapes, spotting tree-climbing lions, elephants, hippos, baboons, and flamingos along the lake. Stop for a scenic picnic lunch within the park before continuing your journey to Ngorongoro Crater. Descend into the crater for an unforgettable game drive across grasslands, swamps, forests, and lakes, where you may see the Big Five, cheetahs, hyenas, and abundant birdlife. And, ascend the crater walls and drive back to Arusha, arriving in the late afternoon to conclude your safari adventure.
Main Destination: Lake Manyara National Park
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch Included
End of tour (See Getting There for more details)
- 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)
- All Taxes/VAT
- Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
Excludes
- 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)
Rates Per Person
Dec 31, 2025 - Dec 31, 2027
*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)
- All Taxes/VAT
- Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
Excludes
- 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)
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 Arusha and ends in Arusha, 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 Arusha and ends in Arusha, 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
OLDBEAST VACATIONS
Oldbeast Vacations is your trusted Tanzania Safari Expert, offering unforgettable wildlife adventures and personalized travel experiences across Tanzania. We are passionate about designing seamless itineraries that match your unique travel dreams—whether you’re looking for a thrilling safari, a relaxing beach escape, a rich cultural journey, or a luxury getaway. Our experienced team handles every detail to ensure stress-free, immersive, and memorable travels. With Oldbeast Vacations, you don’t just visit Tanzania—you experience it in a deeper, more meaningful way.
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