3-Days Taste of Tanzania Safari (Tarangire &Ngorongoro)

This 3-day safari offers a focused exploration of Tanzania’s Northern Circuit, specifically targeting the diverse ecosystems of Tarangire National Park and the world-renowned Ngorongoro Crater. This itinerary is designed to maximize wildlife viewing while providing flexibility in accommodation standards

Day 1: Arrival in Tanzania

Upon your arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) or Arusha Airport (ARK), you will be met by our representative and transferred to Arusha for your overnight stay. Depending on your arrival time, you may have the opportunity to explore Arusha’s vibrant clock tower area or visit a local coffee plantation. Dinner will be served at your accommodation as you prepare for the start of your safari adventure the following morning.

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Day 2: Tarangire National Park

After breakfast, your guide will pick you up for the drive to Tarangire National Park, famous for its massive elephant herds and ancient baobab trees. You will spend the day traversing the park’s diverse landscape, which shifts from seasonal swamps to savanna, following the Tarangire River in search of lions, leopards, and giraffes. After a picnic lunch surrounded by wildlife, you will exit the park in the late afternoon and drive through the scenic Mto wa Mbu area, ascending the Great Rift Valley wall to reach the lush highlands of Karatu for dinner and your overnight stay.

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Day 3: Ngorongoro Crater and Return to Arusha

Following an early breakfast to beat the crowds, you will descend 600 meters into the Ngorongoro Crater for a half-day game drive. This UNESCO World Heritage site is home to over 25,000 large animals, offering your best chance to see the endangered black rhino alongside prides of lions and large buffalo herds. You will enjoy a picnic lunch on the crater floor near the hippo pool before beginning your ascent. In the afternoon, you will drive back to Arusha, arriving in time for your evening transfer to the airport or your preferred drop-off point, marking the end of your safari.

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Included:

  • Private 4×4 Safari Land Cruiser with a pop-up roof.
  • Professional, English-speaking driver-guide.
  • Full board accommodation (Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner).
  • Soft drinks (sodas and juices) and bottled mineral water.
  • All national park entrance fees and Crater service fees.
  • Airport transfers (Arrival and Departure).
  • Government taxes and VAT.

Excluded:

  • International and domestic flights.
  • Tanzanian Entry Visa.
  • Travel and medical insurance.
  • Tips for the driver-guide and lodge staff.
  • Alcoholic beverages.
  • Personal laundry and souvenirs.

Optional Activities

  • Maasai Boma Visit: Experience the traditional culture and lifestyle of the Maasai people in Karatu.
  • Olduvai Gorge Museum: Stop at the “Cradle of Mankind” to see paleoanthropological artifacts.
  • Arusha City Tour: A guided exploration of the local markets and cultural heritage centers.

Please note: This itinerary can be fully personalized and tailored according to your specific requirements, travel dates, or preferences.

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Phone

+255 672 001 640, +255 714 830 680

Email

info@isamatoursandsafaris.com

Address

SAKINA-ARUSHA, P.O.BOX 506, Arusha-Tanzania

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