Departing Arusha
3 Days: Lake Manyara & Tarangire National Park
Duration
3 Days - 2 Nights
Safari Overview
Embark on an unforgettable 3-day journey through two of Tanzania’s most iconic national parks—Lake Manyara and Tarangire. This compact yet thrilling itinerary offers a perfect glimpse into the country’s rich wildlife, dramatic landscapes, and authentic safari experience. From the lush groundwater forests and flamingo-lined shores of Lake Manyara to the towering baobabs and large elephant herds of Tarangire, each day promises new sights, sounds, and adventures. Ideal for those with limited time, this tour delivers maximum wildlife viewing with minimal travel time.
Quick summary of the destination
- Lake Manyara
- Tarangire National Park
Safari Plan
Day 1: Arusha-Lake Manyara
Depart from Arusha town at 8.30 am with lunch on arrival at Lake Manyara National park followed by afternoon game drive,dinner and overnight at the campsite.
Day 2: Lake Manyara – Ngorongoro Crater
After breakfast leave lake manyara for Ngorongoro crater arriving in good time for lunch after lunch, descend 2000 ft (670m) into the crater floor for full day crater tour with break for lunch at Ngoitoktok springs picnic site. Black manned lions, rhinos, buffaloes, elephants and other grazing animals abound, dinner and overnight at the campsite.
Day 3: Ngorongoro Crater – Arusha
After breakfast,game drive in Ngorongoro National park drive with lunch break the proceed on with a further game drive as you leave the park to drive back to Arusha arriving in the late afternoon.
Included/Exclude
Cost Includes
- Transport in 4x4 Land Cruiser or Safari Van
- Park entry fees
- Professional driver-guide
- 2 game drives
- Bottled water
Cost Excludes
- Visa
- Airport Taxes- client pay direct
- Tips
- Laundry
- Drinks
- Items of a personal nature
- Optional activities (e.g., Maasai village visit)
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Kenya Tourist Seasons
High Season (Peak)
Months : July to October
Mid-December to mid-January
Why it’s peak:
Great Migration in the Maasai Mara (July–October)
Dry weather = easier wildlife spotting
Shoulder Season (Mid)
Months: January to March
June
Characteristics:
Still dry, but slightly hotter
Fewer tourists than in high season
Wildlife still abundant
June sees parks start to dry up ahead of migration
Low Season (Green / Rainy Season)
Months: April to May (long rains)
November (short rains)
Characteristics:
Wet and muddy – some roads and parks become harder to access
Lush landscapes, but wildlife may be harder to spot
Fewer tourists = quieter parks
