3 Day Ngorongoro & Lake Manyara Safari

This 3-day safari combines two of Northern Tanzania’s most scenic parks — Ngorongoro Crater and Lake Manyara National Park. You’ll enjoy classic Big Five game viewing inside the Ngorongoro Crater and lush forest-and-lake wildlife in Manyara, famous for flamingos and tree-climbing lions. This itinerary is perfect for travelers who want more variety than a single-park safari while keeping the trip short and affordable.

Tour Features

Mid-Range Tour

This mid-range tour uses comfortable lodges and permanent tented camps with private bathrooms.

Private Tour

This tour is organized exclusively for you and will not be shared with other travelers.

Can Start Any Day

If availability permits, this tour can start on any day of the year.

Fully Customizable

This tour can be completely customized based on your preferences and travel dates.

Starts in Arusha

This tour starts and ends in Arusha or Kilimanjaro area.

Activities & Transportation

Game Drives – Guided wildlife viewing in national parks and reserves.

4×4 Safari Vehicle – Custom Land Cruiser with pop-up roof and window seats.

Private Safari Vehicle – Exclusive use of the car for your group.

Getting around: pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle

Accommodation & Meals

This tour is priced using mid-range accommodations. Budget and luxury options are available on request. Similar lodges or camps may be used depending on availability.

Day

Accommodation

Meals

Day 1&2

Karatu Tented Lodge

Mid Range Lodge

All Meals Included

All Meals Included

Rates Per Person

Start dates	Solo (1 room)	2 people (1 room)	3 people (2 rooms)	4 people (2 rooms)	5 people (3 rooms)	6 people (3 rooms)	7+ people
High Season: June 1 – Oct 31 & Dec 20 – Mar 31	USD 1,990 /p.p	USD 1,180/ pp	USD 960/ pp	USD 850/ pp	USD 785/ pp	USD 750/ pp	Get Quote
Low Season: Apr 1 – May 31 & Nov 1 – Dec 19	USD 1,930/ pp	USD 1,120/ pp	USD 900/ pp	USD 790/ pp	USD 720/ pp	USD 690/ pp	Get Quote

Included

Private safari vehicle & guide
2 nights mid-range accommodation
Park & conservation fees
Drinking water in the safari vehicle

Excluded

International flights & visas
Tips & personal expenses
Travel insurance
Optional activities (e.g., Maasai visit if charged separately)

Getting There

Start & end in Arusha
Pick-up from Kilimanjaro International Airport can be arranged

Day 1

Arusha → Lake Manyara National Park

Morning pickup from Arusha / KIA

Drive to Lake Manyara National Park

Full game drive in the forest, savannah, and lake zone

Picnic lunch inside the park

Late afternoon drive to the Karatu area

Dinner and overnight at lodge/tented camp

Main Destination: Arusha → Lake Manyara National Park

Wildlife in Arusha → Lake Manyara National Park

Accommodation: Karatu Tented Camp

› Mid Range Lodge

Meals & Drinks:

All Meals Included

Day 2

Ngorongoro Crater Game Drive

Early breakfast

Drive to Ngorongoro Crater gate.

I'd like for you to look into the crater for a full-day game drive.

Spot rhino, lion, elephant, hippo, and massive herds

Picnic lunch inside the crater

Late afternoon drive back to Karatu.

Dinner & overnight

Main Destination: Ngorongoro Crater Game Drive

Wildlife in Ngorongoro Crater Game Drive

Accommodation: Karatu Tented Lodge

› Mid Range Lodge

Meals & Drinks:

All Meals Included

Leisurely breakfast

Optional cultural walk or coffee farm visit

You can drive back to Arusha.

Drop-off at the hotel or the airport

Main Destination: Karatu → Arusha

Wildlife in Karatu → Arusha

Meals & Drinks:

Breakfast

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