3-Day Tanzania Safari Itinerary

A compact adventure covering three iconic parks — perfect for travelers who want to experience Tanzania’s wildlife and landscapes in just a few days.

Itinerary Overview

Day 1: Arusha to Tarangire National Park

Drive Time: ~2 hours
Depart in the morning to Tarangire National Park. Enjoy a game drive among elephants, baobab trees, and seasonal riverbeds. Overnight at a lodge or tented camp near Lake Manyara.

Day 2: Ngorongoro Crater

Drive Time: ~1.5 hours to crater + ~3 hours back
After early breakfast, descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for a half-day game drive. Witness rhinos, lions, and flamingos in this natural wildlife sanctuary. Return to your lodge near Karatu.

Day 3: Lake Manyara National Park – Return to Arusha

Drive Time: ~2.5 hours
Explore Lake Manyara, famous for tree-climbing lions, lush groundwater forest, and flocks of flamingos. Enjoy a morning game drive, then return to Arusha by late afternoon.

Price

Price Includes

• Transport in a 4x4 safari vehicle
• English-speaking professional guide
• All park and crater entry fees
• 2 nights accommodation (lodge or tented camp)
• All meals during the safari
• Bottled drinking water

Price Excludes

• International & domestic flights
• Visa and travel insurance
• Tips for guide and driver
• Personal expenses
• Hotel stays before/after safari (can be arranged)