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3-Day Tarangire, Ngorongoro, Manyara Mid-Range Tour

Overview

Experience a short yet unforgettable Tanzania safari exploring Tarangire’s elephant-filled landscapes, the breathtaking wildlife of the Ngorongoro Crater, and the lush beauty of Lake Manyara. This perfectly balanced 3-day journey offers diverse scenery, rich wildlife viewing, and smooth travel, ending with a convenient departure from Kilimanjaro International Airport.

Itinerary

Days of Adventure

DAY 1

Tarangire National Park

Depart Arusha after breakfast and drive to Tarangire National Park, famous for
its vast plains, giant baobab trees, and large elephant herds. Enjoy a full-day
game drive along the Tarangire River, where wildlife gathers lions, giraffes,
zebras, wildebeests, and rich birdlife. Stop for a picnic lunch at a scenic viewpoint before continuing your afternoon exploration. Later, exit the park and transfer to your lodge for relaxation, dinner, and overnight.

Accommodation: Eileen’s Trees Inn

DAY 2

Ngorongoro Crater

After breakfast, head to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area and descend 600
meters into the iconic Ngorongoro Crater. Spend the day exploring this natural
wonder, home to dense wildlife including elephants, lions, hippos, buffalo,
flamingos, and the rare black rhino. Enjoy a picnic lunch at the hippo poolside
with breathtaking views of the crater walls. Continue your afternoon game drive
before ascending the rim and driving to your lodge for dinner and overnight.

Accommodation: Eileen’s Trees Inn

DAY 3

Lake Manyara National Park & Departure

Depart early for Lake Manyara National Park, known for its lush forests, tree-
climbing lions, flamingos, and large baboon troops. Enjoy a scenic game drive

through the groundwater forest and along the lakeshore, spotting diverse wildlife against the backdrop of the Rift Valley escarpment. After a picnic lunch and final exploration, drive back toward Arusha, marking the end of your memorable journey.

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