SAFARI: LAKE MANYARA, TARANGIRE AND NGORONGORO CRATER (3 days)

Offering three national parks in as many days, this tour never disappoints. The parks are breathtaking, and the variety of animals is huge. From tree sitting lions at Lake Manyara, over hundreds of elephants at Tarangire, to the diversity of Ngorongoro with the chance to spot some of the rarest species like the black Rhino. Let’s go!

SAFARI ITINERARY

Day 1: Moshi – Tarangire National Park

We’ll pick you up at your accommodation in Moshi and drive about 3 to 4 hours to Tarangire National Park. You’ll have lunch in the park and spend the rest of the day game driving. Tarangire is most famous for its huge amounts of elephants, but there’s plenty of other animals to see as well! In the late afternoon you’ll head to your accommodation, either in the park or outside of it depending on the type you picked. Dinner will be served at the accommodation.

Day 2: Ngorongoro crater

Today we’ll wake you up in time to see the sunrise. After driving from your accommodation to the entrance of the crater, you’ll drive down the steep path leading to the bottom. The amount of animals you should be able to see today is huge – gnus (wildebeest), zebras, buffaloes and gazelles are on the list for sure, and chances are you’ll spot rhinos and leopards, too. You’ll spend the whole day in the park doing a long game drive, and will be taken to your accommodation in the late afternoon for dinner and a good night sleep.

Day 3: Lake Manyara National Park – Moshi

You’ll have to get up early again for your final game drive. After breakfast we take you to Lake Manyara National Park, which is famous for its tree sitting lions. But that’s not all! Zebras, elephants, giraffes, and over 400 species of birds are amongst the other inhabitants of the park. You’ll have lunch in the park and head back to Moshi afterwards, where you’ll arive in the late afternoon / early evening.

OUR OFFER – PRICES AND SERVICES

Please find our most popular accommodation options below.

Budget camping

If you’re on a tight budget and don’t mind basic comfort, this option is perfect for you!

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Prices based on 2 people sharing a tent.

Glamping

Camping with a touch of glamour. Decent comfort without breaking the bank.

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Prices based on the cheapest combination of single, double and triple tents/rooms for your group size, and exclusive of possible Holiday supplements.

Accommodation:

2 nights at Migombani camp (standard tent) or similar

Standard lodges

For anyone who wants a good level of comfort and hygiene at a reasonable price.

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Prices based on the cheapest combination of single, double and triple tents/rooms for your group size, and exclusive of possible Holiday supplements. Prices are valid for high season and low season reductions apply.

Accommodation:

2 nights at Kudu Lodge (standard room) or similar

Mid-range lodges

This accommodation option offers a good level of comfort and often a few nice extra’s.

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Accommodation:

2 nights at Kitela Lodge (standard room) or similar

Luxury lodges

Do you want a superior level of comfort and service? Then this option’s for you.

Please contact us for a quote for your luxury safari as there are too many options to include them all on this website.

Didn’t find exactly what you’re looking for? Please contact us for different accommodation options, room types and group sizes or groups including children, as well as if you wish to add extra options to your safari.

The following services are included in our package:

Entrance fees to the parks
Transport in a 4×4 safari vehicle from your hotel in Moshi to the parks and back (other pick-up points possible, please contact us for the right price)
Game drives in the parks
Professional, English-speaking guide
Accommodation of your choice: from budget camping to staying in luxurious lodges, we can arrange it for you (the prices mentioned above are for basic camping, other prices are applicable for the other accommodation options)
In case of a camping safari: camping gear like tents, camping mattresses, sleeping bags, pillows, camping chairs, etc.
Lunch and dinner on day 1, breakfast, lunch and dinner on day 2 and breakfast and lunch on day 3 of your trip
Drinking water, tea and coffee

This package however doesn’t include:

Tips for the crew. We recommend a tip of 25 USD per day for your guide, and 15 USD per day for your cook, to be divided between each member of your group.
Travel insurance
Visa
Flights or other transport to Moshi. We can however arrange airport pickup for you. Let us know your itinerary and we’ll make it happen!
Alcoholic and soft drinks
Accommodation in Moshi. If you wish, we can however assist you in finding a place that corresponds to your needs and budget.
Breakfast on the first day and dinner on the last
Personal spending money for souvenirs, laundry, etc.
… and all other services that are not mentioned as included.

PRACTICAL INFORMATION

SAFARI PACKING LIST

Want to make sure you don’t get eaten by a lion just because you were wearing the wrong color T-shirt? Check out our complete safari packing list and learn exactly what to bring!

HOW TO FIND A BUDGET SAFARI

Tanzania isn’t the cheapest country for safaris, but there are several ways to keep it reasonable. We explain where the high prices come from, and how to save some money.

SWAHILI FOR TRAVELERS

While most people in tourist areas speak English, it’s always good to know some basic Swahili to get around and make a good impression. Here’s our list of useful Swahili words and phrases!

OUR OTHER SAFARI PACKAGES

ELEPHANTASTIC (2 days)

Our cheapest multi-day safari package is ideal for lovers of elephants with limited time or a limited budget. Similar in some aspects, but different in many others, Lake Manyara and Tarangire National Park are a wonderful introduction to Tanzanian wildlife. Keep reading for more details!

TOUCH OF NATURE (2 days)

This starter package is a great option for anyone on a budget or a time limit. But don’t worry, you’ll get more than enough value for your money! You will visit Lake Manyara or Tarangire National Park and Ngorongoro Conservation Area, which are very different, and you’ll see countless highlights in just 2 days. Let’s go!

FINDING THE BIG FIVE (4/5 days)

To anyone who’s hoping to see all the big five, we recommend this package as a minimum. You’ll see elephants at Lake Manyara or Tarangire, lions and maybe leopards in the Serengeti, buffaloes more or less everywhere, and if you’re lucky you might spot a rhinoceros in Ngorongoro crater.

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