4-Days Ngorongoro Crater, Lake Manyara & Tarangire National Park
Experience the best of Tanzania with this incredible 4-day Ngorongoro Crater, Lake Manyara & Tarangire safari itinerary.
DestinationNgorongoro Crater, Tarangire National Park & Lake Manyara National Park
Duration4 Days / 3 Nights
Tour TypeGroup joining Safari
Best forTravelers seeking an immersive wildlife experience, Big Five spotting in Ngorongoro Crater, Elephant herds and scenic landscapes in Tarangire and tree climbing lions in Lake Manyara
Day 1: Arusha – Tarangire National Park
Morning
06:30 AM - 07:30 AM
Pick-up from hotel in Arusha
07:30 AM - 10:00 AM
Drive to Tarangire National Park
10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Arrival and park registration
10:30 AM - 01:00 PM
Morning game drive
Afternoon
01:00 PM - 02:00 PM
Picnic lunch inside the park
02:00 PM - 04:30 PM
Afternoon game drive
04:30 PM - 06:00 PM
Drive to lodge near Tarangire for overnight stay
07:00 PM - 09:00 PM
Dinner and rest
Day 2: Tarangire – Ngorongoro Conservation Area
Morning
06:30 AM - 07:30 AM
Breakfast at the lodge
07:30 AM - 10:30 AM
Drive to Ngorongoro Conservation Area
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Scenic drive along the crater rim with photo stops
Afternoon
12:30 PM - 01:30 PM
Picnic lunch with a view
01:30 PM - 04:30 PM
Optional cultural visit or nature walk
04:30 PM - 06:00 PM
Drive to lodge near Ngorongoro for overnight stay
07:00 PM - 09:00 PM
Dinner and overnight rest
Day 3: Ngorongoro Crater Safari
Morning
06:00 AM - 07:00 AM
Early breakfast at the lodge
07:00 AM - 09:00 AM
Descend into Ngorongoro Crater
09:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Game drive in the crater
Afternoon
12:00 PM - 01:00 PM
Picnic lunch at the crater floor
01:00 PM - 04:00 PM
Final game drive in the crater
04:00 PM - 06:00 PM
Drive to lodge near Lake Manyara for overnight stay
07:00 PM - 09:00 PM
Dinner and overnight rest
Day 4: Lake Manyara – Arusha
Morning
07:00 AM - 08:00 AM
Breakfast at the lodge
08:00 AM - 08:30 AM
Drive to Lake Manyara National Park
08:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Game drive in Lake Manyara
Afternoon
12:00 PM - 01:00 PM
Picnic lunch inside the park
01:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Final game drive and birdwatching
03:00 PM - 05:00 PM
Drive back to Arusha
05:00 PM - 06:00 PM
Drop-off at hotel or airport
Accommodation Options:
Package Inclusions:
Private 4x4 safari vehicle with a pop-up roof
Park entry fees for Lake Manyara & Ngorongoro Crater
Professional English-speaking guide
Full-board accommodation (1 night)
Meals (lunch, dinner on Day 1; breakfast, lunch on Day 2)
