Per person, twin/double sharing
Guide prices per person in USD. Your dates, group size and final arrangements are confirmed in your personal quote.
This 3-day safari covers Tarangire National Park's elephant herds and baobab plains, the Ngorongoro Crater's dense concentration of wildlife, and the groundwater forests and flamingo-lined shore of Lake Manyara, with a short cultural stop in Mto wa Mbu on your way out. You'll travel in a 4×4 safari vehicle with an experienced driver-guide, staying at Eileen's Trees Inn — a mid-range lodge conveniently placed for each day's park — for both nights.
Activity level — Low Most of each day is spent seated in a 4×4 vehicle on game drives, with a short walking element on Day 3. Comfortable for all fitness levels.
You'll stay at Eileen's Trees Inn for both nights, with the drive to each park changing daily. Additional accommodation before or after the tour can be arranged for an extra cost.
- 3 days / 2 nights
- from $999 pp
- Tarangire · Ngorongoro · Lake Manyara
- trip overview
- Large elephant herds & baobabs in Tarangire
- A full day inside the Ngorongoro Crater
- Tree-climbing lions & flamingos at Lake Manyara
- Cultural stop in Mto wa Mbu on departure
- One lodge, two nights — no repacking mid-trip
- Private 4×4 vehicle with driver-guide throughout
- day-by-day itinerary
THE ROUTE, AT YOUR PACE
Your journey, day by day.
Day 1Tarangire National Park
Pick-up from Arusha or Kilimanjaro AirportFull day game drive
Your driver-guide collects you in the morning and heads south-west into Tarangire National Park. Tarangire holds more elephants than anywhere else in Tanzania, with herds of 50 to 100 gathering along the Tarangire River, alongside lions, leopards, giraffes and over 550 recorded bird species.
The park's baobab-scattered plains give it a landscape unlike anywhere else in the north. You'll spend the day driving through it with stops wherever wildlife appears, before heading to Eileen's Trees Inn for the night, roughly a 1–2 hour drive from the park.
Elephant herdsBaobab scenery1–2 hr drive to lodge
Overnight Eileen's Trees Inn Mid-range lodge, 1–2 hr drive from Tarangire NP.
Lunch & Dinner Included
WHERE YOU STAY
As confirmed in your proposal
MEALS
Lunch & Dinner Included
Day 2Ngorongoro Crater
Full day inside the craterFull game drive
An early start takes you down into the Ngorongoro Crater — a collapsed volcano 600 metres deep and 260km² wide, home to more than 30,000 animals. Expect the highest density of lions in Africa, resident black rhino, large bull elephants and flamingos gathered at the soda lake on the crater floor.
You'll spend the day driving the crater floor with a picnic lunch included, before climbing back up to the rim and returning to Eileen's Trees Inn, around 1–2 hours from the crater. Dinner is not included tonight, but is available at the lodge for a small additional charge.
Crater descent at dawnBlack rhino territoryPicnic lunch included
Overnight Eileen's Trees Inn Mid-range lodge, 1–2 hr drive from Ngorongoro Crater.
Breakfast & Lunch Included
WHERE YOU STAY
As confirmed in your proposal
MEALS
Breakfast & Lunch Included
Day 3Lake Manyara & Mto wa Mbu — Tour Ends
Game drive, then departureNo overnight
Today's drive is into Lake Manyara National Park, known for its groundwater forest, alkaline lake and famous tree-climbing lions. The park's varied habitat — forest, grassland and lakeshore — supports large troops of baboons, hippos in the shallows, and flocks of flamingos along the water's edge.
On your way out, you'll stop in Mto wa Mbu, a lively village at the base of the Rift Valley escarpment known for its market and mix of communities from across Tanzania. From here you'll be transferred onward to Arusha or Kilimanjaro Airport, marking the end of your tour.
Tree-climbing lionsFlamingos & hipposMto wa Mbu & onward transfer
Overnight No accommodation — end of tour Transfer to Arusha or Kilimanjaro Airport.
Breakfast & Lunch Included
what's included
WHERE YOU STAY
As confirmed in your proposal
MEALS
Breakfast & Lunch Included
The details matter.
Included
- Experienced English-speaking driver-guide
- 2 nights at Eileen's Trees Inn (mid-range, twin/double occupancy)
- Meals as listed on the day-by-day itinerary above
- Ground transportation throughout in a 4×4 safari vehicle
- Drinking water on game drives
- All national park entry fees for Tarangire, Ngorongoro & Lake Manyara
Not included
- International or domestic flights
- Travel & medical insurance (required)
- Meals not listed above (e.g. dinner on night 2)
- Alcoholic & bottled soft drinks
- Souvenirs & personal expenses
- Tips for your driver-guide — guideline $20–25/day
- Additional accommodation before or after the tour
Your written proposal confirms the final arrangements and current price for your dates. Please discuss any specific requirements with our team.
Prices & options.
Per person, twin/double sharing
Guide prices per person in USD. Your dates, group size and final arrangements are confirmed in your personal quote.
| Group / option | Price | Basis |
|---|---|---|
| 3-day safari — 2 nights at Eileen's Trees Inn, meals as listed | $999 | Per person, twin/double sharing |
A few good questions.
Where does the tour start and end?
The tour starts with pick-up from Arusha or Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) on Day 1, and ends in Mto wa Mbu on Day 3 with a transfer back to Arusha or the airport.
Can I add extra nights before or after the tour?
Yes. Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost — just let us know when booking.
Why isn't dinner included on night 2?
Dinner is included on your first night at Eileen's Trees Inn. Breakfast and lunch are included on Days 2 and 3, with dinner available at the lodge on night 2 for a small additional charge, payable directly at the lodge.
Do I need a visa or vaccinations for Tanzania?
Entry and health requirements depend on your nationality, travel history and current rules. Check the official immigration guidance and seek advice from a qualified travel-health professional before departure.
What's the accommodation like?
You'll stay at Eileen's Trees Inn for both nights — a mid-range lodge positioned within easy reach of each day's park, so you're not repacking or changing lodges mid-trip.
What's your refund policy?
We recommend taking out travel insurance as soon as you confirm your booking. Full cancellation and payment terms are on our booking policy page.
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