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3 Days Best of Tanzania Safari
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Expedition Overview
- Tarangire National Park
- Ngorongoro Crater
- Lake Manyara National Park
Duration: 3 Days / 2 Nights
Destination: Northern Tanzania Safari Circuit
Tour Type: Mid-Range & Budget Safari Experience
Start Location: Arusha
End Location: Arusha
Accommodation: Lodge / Campsite (Depending on Package)
Safari Style: Private or Group Safari
Experience the 3 Days Best of Tanzania Safari, a short but unforgettable journey through three of Northern Tanzania’s most remarkable safari destinations. This safari is designed for travelers with limited time who still want to experience the beauty, landscapes, and wildlife that make Tanzania one of Africa’s leading safari destinations.
During this carefully planned 3 Days Best of Tanzania Safari, you will explore Tarangire National Park, descend into the world-famous Ngorongoro Crater, and discover the beautiful scenery of Lake Manyara National Park. The combination of diverse landscapes, scenic drives, and authentic safari experiences makes this itinerary one of the most popular short safaris in Tanzania.
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Your 3 Days Best of Tanzania Safari begins with an early morning pickup from your hotel in Arusha. After meeting your professional safari guide and receiving a short safari briefing, depart toward Tarangire National Park.
The drive takes you through local villages, open countryside, and scenic landscapes before arriving at one of Tanzania’s most beautiful national parks. Tarangire National Park is famous for its vast wilderness, peaceful atmosphere, and spectacular baobab trees that dominate the landscape.
Upon entering the park, begin a full game drive while exploring different sections of the park. Your guide will take you through various wildlife areas while sharing information about the ecosystem, landscapes, and natural environment.
A picnic lunch will be served inside the park before continuing with the afternoon safari experience.
As the day comes to an end, leave the park and proceed to your accommodation near the Ngorongoro area where you can relax and enjoy dinner while preparing for the next day’s adventure.
Drive Time: Approx. 2–3 hours
Safari Time: Approx. 5–6 hours
Meals: Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Lodge / Public Campsite – Ngorongoro Area
After an early breakfast, continue to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area and descend into the famous Ngorongoro Crater for a half-day safari experience.
The Ngorongoro Crater is one of the most extraordinary natural attractions in Africa and is often considered one of the highlights of any Tanzania safari. The crater floor offers a unique safari environment surrounded by towering crater walls, creating one of the most spectacular landscapes in the country.
Throughout the morning, enjoy a game drive across different sections of the crater while exploring forests, open plains, wetlands, and scenic viewpoints. The combination of breathtaking scenery and rich wildlife habitats makes this destination one of the most sought-after safari experiences in Tanzania.
A picnic lunch will be served inside the crater near one of the designated picnic areas before continuing with the afternoon safari activities.
Later in the day, ascend from the crater and proceed toward the Lake Manyara area for dinner and overnight stay.
Drive Time: Approx. 2–3 hours including transfers
Safari Time: Approx. 5–6 hours
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Lodge / Public Campsite – Lake Manyara Area
On the final day of your 3 Days Best of Tanzania Safari, enjoy breakfast before entering Lake Manyara National Park for a morning game drive.
Lake Manyara National Park offers a completely different safari atmosphere compared to the previous destinations. The park is known for its lush groundwater forests, scenic lake views, dramatic escarpment backdrop, and beautiful natural environment.
Spend the morning exploring the park while enjoying its diverse landscapes and peaceful surroundings. The combination of forest, lake shoreline, and open areas creates a unique safari experience and provides a perfect conclusion to your Tanzania adventure.
A picnic lunch will be served before beginning the drive back to Arusha.
Arrive in Arusha during the late afternoon where your 3 Days Best of Tanzania Safari with Maasai Way Safaris comes to an end.
Drive Time: Approx. 2–3 hours back to Arusha
Safari Time: Approx. 4–5 hours
Meals: Breakfast & Lunch
Accommodation: End of Safari / Hotel (Own Arrangement)
Included &
Not Included
Safari Cost Includes
- ✓ Park entry fees
- ✓ Accommodation according to selected package
- ✓ Professional English-speaking safari guide
- ✓ Safari vehicle with pop-up roof
- ✓ All transfers described on the program
- ✓ Meals according to itinerary
- ✓ Drinking water during safari
- ✓ Government taxes and conservation fees
Safari Cost Excludes
- ✗ International flights
- ✗ Travel insurance
- ✗ Visa fees
- ✗ Tips for guide and cook
- ✗ Personal expenses
- ✗ Alcoholic and soft drinks