3-Day, 2-Night Tanzania Safari — Tarangire & Ngorongoro Crater
Overview
This 3-day safari offers a perfect escape into Tanzania's iconic wilderness. Starting with your arrival in Arusha, you'll explore the elephant-filled plains of Tarangire National Park and descend into the world-famous Ngorongoro Crater, home to the Big Five. A short, impactful journey ideal for travelers with limited time who still want a rich safari experience.
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Day-by-Day Itinerary
Day 1 — Arrival in Arusha
You will be picked up from Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) or Arusha Airport and transferred to your hotel for rest and safari briefing. Enjoy views of Mount Meru or relax in the garden before your adventure begins.
Accommodation
Four Points by Sheraton Arusha
Dinner
Day 2 — Arusha – Tarangire National Park – Karatu
After breakfast, depart for Tarangire National Park, known for its massive elephant herds, baobab trees, and predators like lions and leopards. Enjoy a picnic lunch inside the park during your game drive. In the late afternoon, transfer to Karatu for dinner and overnight.
Accommodation
Farm of Dreams Lodge
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 3 — Ngorongoro Crater – Arusha
Have an early breakfast before driving to the breathtaking Ngorongoro Crater. Descend 600 meters into the world's largest intact volcanic caldera for a half-day game drive. You may spot rhinos, lions, elephants, and hippos. After a picnic lunch by the hippo pool, return to Arusha in the afternoon.
Included
- Airport pick-up & drop-off
- Private 4x4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof
- Professional English-speaking driver-guide
- Park entry fees (Tarangire & Ngorongoro)
- Full-board accommodation as per category selected
- Bottled drinking water during safari
- Crater service fees
- Government taxes and levies
Excluded
- International flights
- Visa fees
- Travel insurance
- Tips for driver-guide (recommendation: $15–$20 per person per day)
- Alcoholic beverages and soft drinks
- Optional activities (e.g. Maasai village visit)
- Accommodation in Arusha on the last day (if needed – can be added)
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