Safari Tour: 3 Days Tanzania Safari – Tarangire, Ngorongoro Crater & Lake Manyara - Tanzania Safari Tour
3-Day Tanzania Safari Tour by Hike Kilimanjaro Limited
Offered by - Hike Kilimanjaro Limited
Tour Features
Experience the best of Northern Tanzania on this 3 Days Safari to Tarangire National Park, Ngorongoro Crater, and Lake Manyara National Park. Discover incredible wildlife, breathtaking landscapes, and some of Africa's most famous safari destinations in just three unforgettable days. Travel in a comfortable 4×4 safari vehicle with an experienced professional guide as you explore Tarangire's giant elephant herds, the wildlife-rich Ngorongoro Crater, and the diverse ecosystems of Lake Manyara National Park, home to hippos, giraffes, flamingos (seasonal), and the famous tree-climbing lions. This safari is perfect for travelers seeking an authentic Tanzanian wildlife experience, combining excellent game viewing, beautiful scenery, and comfortable lodge accommodation.
| 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. |
| Private tour | This tour will be organized exclusively for you and won't be shared with others. |
| Solo travel available | Solo travelers can 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 |
| 1-2 | Eileens Tree Inn No images available | 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 - Arusha – Tarangire National Park
Your 3-day Tanzania safari adventure begins with an early morning pick-up from your hotel in Arusha. After a short safari briefing, drive to Tarangire National Park, one of Tanzania's most spectacular wildlife destinations, famous for its giant baobab trees, large elephant herds, and diverse wildlife.
Enjoy a full-day game drive with a picnic lunch inside the park while exploring the beautiful landscapes and searching for elephants, lions, giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, buffaloes, impalas, warthogs, and a variety of bird species.
In the late afternoon, drive to your lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.
Accommodation: Eileen's Trees Inn (or similar)
Meals: Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Eileens Tree Inn
Meals & Drinks: Lunch, Dinner Included
- Day 2 - Ngorongoro Crater – The Eighth Wonder of the World
After an early breakfast, depart for the magnificent Ngorongoro Conservation Area and descend 600 meters into the world-famous Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of Africa's best wildlife viewing destinations.
Enjoy a full-day game drive on the crater floor, home to an incredible concentration of wildlife including lions, elephants, buffaloes, zebras, wildebeests, hippos, hyenas, jackals, and the rare black rhinoceros.
A picnic lunch will be served at the scenic Hippo Pool before continuing your afternoon wildlife safari.
Later, drive back to your lodge for dinner and overnight.
Accommodation: Eileen's Trees Inn (or similar)
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Eileens Tree Inn
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Included
- Day 3 - Lake Manyara National Park – Return to Arusha
After breakfast, drive to Lake Manyara National Park, a small but incredibly diverse park located beneath the Great Rift Valley escarpment.
The park is famous for its lush groundwater forest, large troops of baboons, elephants, giraffes, hippos, flamingos (seasonal), and the legendary tree-climbing lions.
Enjoy a morning and early afternoon game drive while exploring the different habitats that make Lake Manyara one of Tanzania's most unique national parks.
After a picnic lunch, begin your drive back to Arusha, arriving in the late afternoon where your unforgettable safari comes to an end.
Meals: Breakfast & Lunch
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
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)
- Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
Rates Per Person
Aug 3, 2026 - 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
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)
- 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 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
Hike Kilimanjaro Limited
Hike Kilimanjaro Ltd is a trusted, locally owned tour operator based in Arusha, Tanzania, specializing in Mount Kilimanjaro trekking, Tanzania wildlife safaris, Zanzibar holidays, and tailor-made travel experiences. We are passionate about showcasing the beauty of Tanzania through safe, professionally guided, and unforgettable adventures. Whether you're climbing to the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro, exploring the wildlife-rich plains of the Serengeti, discovering the breathtaking Ngorongoro Crater, or relaxing on the pristine beaches of Zanzibar, our experienced team is dedicated to providing exceptional service, personalized itineraries, and memorable experiences. With a strong commitment to safety, quality, and sustainable tourism, Hike Kilimanjaro Ltd is your trusted partner for exploring the very best of Tanzania. Your Journey to the Roof of Africa Starts Here.
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