Northern Circuit Taster
3 Days Tanzania Safari
A perfectly paced short safari that still delivers the Big Five and the Rift Valley's most famous landscapes.
Duration
3 days / 2 nights
Guests
2 people
Parks
Tarangire, Ngorongoro, Manyara
Vehicle
Private 4×4 Land Cruiser
Meals
Full board
Overview
Experience 3 Days Tanzania Safari in Tanzania
Ideal for travelers with limited time, this three-day safari packs in Tarangire's elephant-dotted baobabs, the world-famous Ngorongoro Crater, and the bird-rich forests of Lake Manyara. It is a compact, big-impact introduction to the Northern Circuit, run in a private 4×4 Land Cruiser with a professional guide.
Day by day
Your itinerary
- 1
Day 1 · Arusha → Tarangire
Arusha to Tarangire National Park
Game drive among Tarangire's elephant herds and ancient baobabs.
AccommodationOvernight in Karatu
- 2
Day 2 · Ngorongoro Crater
Descend into Ngorongoro Crater
A full-day crater floor safari — Big Five territory, hippo pools, and Lake Magadi.
AccommodationOvernight in Karatu
- 3
Day 3 · Lake Manyara → Arusha
Lake Manyara National Park, return to Arusha
Tree-climbing lions, flamingos, and monkey-filled forests before returning to Arusha.
AccommodationDeparture
Fine print
What's included & excluded
Included
- All accommodations
- Private 4×4 Land Cruiser
- Professional safari guide
- All park fees
- Full-board meals
- Drinking water, soft drinks, coffee & tea
- Binoculars & camera
- Airport transfers
- Government taxes
Excluded
- International flights
- Tanzania visa (USD 50 on arrival)
- Travel & medical insurance
- Tips for guide & lodge staff
- Personal expenses & alcoholic drinks
- Optional activities (cultural visits, night drives)
Investment
Pricing by season
Prices are per person, based on two travelers sharing. Migration season (Jul–Oct) is peak — book early.
| Season | Period | From |
|---|---|---|
| Fixed | For 2 people sharing | $2,140 total |
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Accommodations & moments
Questions
Frequently asked
How much wildlife can I see in three days?
A surprising amount. Ngorongoro Crater alone is one of the best places in Africa for dense wildlife viewing, and Tarangire and Manyara add elephants, big cats, and birds.
Is this a good add-on to Kilimanjaro?
Yes — this is a popular short safari to combine after a Kilimanjaro trek or before a Zanzibar beach break.
Where do I stay?
Nights one and two are in a comfortable lodge or tented camp in Karatu, conveniently located between the crater and Manyara.
Ready when you are
Plan your 3 Days Tanzania Safari
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3 Days Tanzania Safari
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