3 Day Lake Manyara Family Safari | Tanzania Family Safari

This 2-day Lake Manyara and Tarangire safari is a classic short Northern Tanzania safari combining lush landscapes with large wildlife concentrations. Lake Manyara offers tree-climbing lions and rich birdlife, while Tarangire National Park is famous for its huge elephant herds, baobab trees, and seasonal migration. The itinerary is ideal for travelers seeking a compact but rewarding safari experience.

Tour Features

Mid-Range Tour

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

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.

Not Suitable for Young Children

This tour is not recommended for young children due to long drives or activity type.

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

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: 1 June – 31 October & 1 January – 28 February	USD 1300 /p.p	USD 830/ pp	USD 675/ pp	USD 590/ pp	USD 550/ pp	USD 520/ pp	Get Quote
Low Season: 1 March – 31 May & November	USD 1250/ pp	USD 780/ pp	USD 625/ pp	USD 550/ pp	USD 500/ pp	USD 570/ pp	Get Quote

Included

Private 4x4 safari vehicle + professional driver-guide
All park fees & conservation charges
All meals as listed
Drinking water in the safari vehicle

Excluded

International flights & visas
Tips & personal expenses
Travel insurance

Getting There

Start & end in Arusha
Kilimanjaro Airport pickup available

Day 1

Arusha → Lake Manyara National Park

Morning pickup from Arusha or Karatu and drive to Lake Manyara National Park.

Enjoy extensive game drives through groundwater forest, open savannah, and lakeshore habitats. Expect to see elephants, giraffes, buffalo, hippos, and a variety of bird species. Picnic lunch inside the park.

In the afternoon, exit the park and drive to your mid-range lodge or tented camp near Lake Manyara / Karatu for dinner and overnight.

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

Tarangire National Park → Arusha

After breakfast, drive to Tarangire National Park.

Spend the day exploring Tarangire, home to Tanzania’s largest elephant population, lions, leopards, wildebeest, zebras, and iconic baobab trees. Picnic lunch inside the park.

Late afternoon drive back to Arusha, arriving early evening.

Main Destination: Tarangire National Park → Arusha

Wildlife in Tarangire National Park → Arusha

Meals & Drinks:

Breakfast and Lunch