Experience Tanzania’s spectacular Northern Safari Circuit on this 3-day adventure to Tarangire, Ngorongoro Crater, and Lake Manyara. Witness giant elephant herds roaming beneath ancient baobab trees, descend into the wildlife-rich Ngorongoro Crater home to the Big Five and explore Lake Manyara’s scenic landscapes famous for tree-climbing lions and flamingos. This journey blends dramatic scenery, diverse ecosystems, and unforgettable wildlife encounters.
3-Days best tour Tarangire, Ngorongoro & Lake Manyara
About this tour
- Customization
- This tour can be customised
- Duration
- 3 days
- Minimum age
- 1 year
- Countries
- Tanzania
- Comfort level
- Budget
- Maximum group size
- Up to 16
- Physical level
- Easy
Trip itinerary
Airport pickup · ≈ 3 h 20 min · 133 km Arusha Airport (ARK) → Tarangire by 4×4 Land Cruiser
Day 1 · Start
Tarangire
4×4 Land Cruiser 2 meals
Depart Arusha/Kilimanjaro airport for Tarangire National Park, renowned for its massive baobab trees and some of Africa’s largest elephant populations. Upon arrival, begin a full-day game drive across golden savannah dotted with acacia woodland. The Tarangire River attracts wildlife year-round, offering sightings of elephants, zebras, giraffes, wildebeest, buffalo, and predators such as lions and leopards. Enjoy a picnic lunch inside the park before continuing with afternoon wildlife viewing.
- Main activities
- Game Drive
- Transport
- 4×4 Land Cruiser
- Meals
- Lunch, Dinner
- Drinks
- Drinking water
≈ 5 min · 0 km Tarangire → Ngorongoro Crater by 4×4 Land Cruiser
Day 2
Ngorongoro Crater
4×4 Land Cruiser 3 meals
Enjoy an early breakfast before driving to Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Descend 600 meters into the spectacular Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of Africa’s most remarkable natural wonders. The crater floor hosts a dense concentration of wildlife, including lions, elephants, buffalo, hippos, hyenas, and the rare black rhino. Stop for a picnic lunch near the hippo pool while admiring breathtaking scenery. In the afternoon, ascend the crater walls and proceed to Karatu in your lodge for dinner and overnight at Marera Valley Lodge – Karatu.
- Main activities
- Game Drive
- Transport
- 4×4 Land Cruiser
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Drinks
- Drinking water
≈ 1 h · 41 km Ngorongoro Crater → Lake Manyara National Park by 4×4 Land Cruiser
Day 3 · End
Lake Manyara National Park
4×4 Land Cruiser 2 meals
After breakfast, drive to Lake Manyara National Park, located at the base of the Great Rift Valley escarpment. Begin your game drive through forested areas where baboons and blue monkeys are commonly seen.The park is famous for its rare tree-climbing lions and seasonal flocks of flamingos along the lakeshore. Expect sightings of elephants, hippos, giraffes, and buffalo. Enjoy a picnic lunch before returning to Arusha/ Kilimanjaro airport in the late afternoon, concluding your memorable safari experience.
- Main activities
- Game Drive
- Transport
- 4×4 Land Cruiser
- Meals
- Lunch, Breakfast
- Drinks
- Drinking water
Tour price
2026
TravellersPrice per person sharing
- 1 person $1,500 USD
- 2 people $1,200 USD
- 3 people $910 USD
- 4 people $785 USD
- 5 people $710 USD
- 6 people $662 USD
- Single room supplement
- $500 USD per person, for the whole trip
Please note:
- Prices are per person sharing (ask the tour organiser for more price information).
- Accommodation listed on this tour is subject to availability and may change depending on the time of booking.
- The price of this tour may also depend on government-imposed charges. Please be in touch with the organiser of this tour when enquiring.
What is included
Price includes
- Park Fees
- All Accommodations
- All meals
- All transport
- All activities
- Drinking water
- A professional guide
- All taxes
- Roundtrip airport transfer
Price excludes
- International Flight
- Domestic Flights
- Pre-arrival accommodation
- Additional Accommodation after Safari
- Personal Item expense
- Alcoholic Drinks
- Souvenirs
- Tips
- Additional excursions
- Visa Fees
- Medical & Travel Insurance
Payment terms
Payment terms are as follows:
- 30% Bank transfer after confirmation of the booking
- 40% 4 months before the start of the trip and
- 30% cash/bank transfer/credit card upon arrival for the trip before start of the tour.
Cancellation policy
Cancellation conditions for Lion Motorcycle Adventure as a percentage of the total trip price:
- Up to 90 days before the start of the trip, a 30% penalty fee applies
- From 89 to 46 days before the start of the trip, 40% penalty fee applies
- From 45 to 30 days before the start of the trip, 70% penalty fee applies
- From 29 to 14 days before the start of the trip, 90% penalty fee applies
- From 14 to 1 days to the start of the trip, 100% penalty fee applies
Additional information
- Children must be accompanied by their parents
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- A vegetarian option is available; please let us know at the time of booking if you require it.
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