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3 Day Bush Camping Safari (Tarangire National Park, Manyara National Park & Ngorongoro Crater)

3 Day Bush Camping Safari (Tarangire National Park, Manyara National Park & Ngorongoro Crater)

Safari Overview

Over three exhilarating days, delve into the untamed beauty of Tarangire, Manyara, and Ngorongoro on our bush camping safari. Each day begins with thrilling game drives, where you'll have the chance to spot a diverse array of wildlife, from elephants and lions to flamingos and hippos. As the sun sets, retire to our comfortable bush camp, where the sounds of the African night come alive around the campfire. With expert guides leading the way, this safari promises an authentic and immersive experience in Tanzania's wilderness.
3 Day Bush Camping Safari (Tarangire National Park, Manyara National Park & Ngorongoro Crater) Route

Day to day description

Arrival Kilimanjaro International Airport - Arusha Town

Today you arrive directly to Kilimanjaro International Airport (time and flight to be confirmed) and you will be transferred to your pre-safari lodge in Arusha.

Approximate driving time: 1-2 hours to lodge in Arusha
Accommodation: Arusha Planet Lodge
Meals included: Dinner

Day 1 Arusha Town - Tarangire National Park

Today, pick up from the hotel and  drive to Tarangire National Park, renowned for its large elephant herds and iconic baobab trees. Upon arrival, dive into a thrilling game drive, exploring the park's diverse landscapes of savannah, acacia woodlands, and the life-giving Tarangire River. Keep your eyes peeled for elephants ambling amidst the baobabs, as well as lions, leopards, and a myriad of bird species, all thriving in this rich ecosystem. Late drive to Mto wa Mbu Near Manyara National for a Dinner & Overnight.

Approximate driving time: 2-3 hours to Tarangire National Park
Game drive included: Twiga Campsite
Meals included: Breakfast, picnic lunch, dinner.

Arusha Town - Tarangire National Park photo 1

Day 2 Mto Wa Mbu - Lake Manyara National Park - Ngorongoro Conservation Area (Crater)

Today after breakfast at your camp you will be picked up and begin a thrilling adventure in Lake Manyara National Park, a diverse environment nestled around a salty lake. This small park is like a miniature version of East African landscapes, with forests, plains, cliffs, and woodlands. Look out for the many animals, such as elephants, giraffes, hippos, and different birds. The park is famous for its rare sight of lions climbing trees. After a full day game drive to Ngorongoro Crater for a Dinner & Overnight.

 

Approximate driving time: 0.5 hour to Manyara/ 1-2 hour to Ngorongoro crater
Accommodation: Simba Campsite
Meals included: Breakfast, picnic lunch, dinner

Mto Wa Mbu - Lake Manyara National Park - Ngorongoro Conservation Area (Crater) photo 1

Day 3 Ngorongoro Crater - Kilimanjaro International Airport

Today you descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for your game drive today in the caldera floor against a spectacular 600m (2000ft) crater wall. The Ngorongoro Crater has a great density of wildlife and superb for game viewing almost all year around. Predators are usually easily spotted here in the morning, and you may encounter the elusive black Rhino as well as many of the big 5. Later in the late afternoon drive to Kilimanjaro International Airport where you will fly back home.

Approximate driving time: 0 hours to Ngorongoro/ 5 hours to JRO
Accommodation: None.
Meals included: Breakfast, Picnic lunch.

Ngorongoro Crater - Kilimanjaro International Airport photo 1
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Budget Safari In Tanzania

Includes

- All taxes and VAT applicable 

- All National Park conservation, park entry, camping or concession fees as applicable

 - One specially modified 4x4 Land cruiser with pop up roof, radio calls and English-speaking driver-guides

 - Luggage space for a soft bag, max 20kg per person or maximum available space in vehicle (note that safari vehicles have limited overall luggage capacity)

 - All meals on the safari indicated as ‘included’ in your itinerary 

- 1.5lts per person, per day of bottled drinking water - Full board accommodation on safari 

- 1 first aid kit per vehicle - In vehicle sanitizer, charging ports (Type G socket)

Excludes

- Tips / gratuities 

- Beverages such as soft drinks, alcohol etc. - International flights 

- Insurance 

- Visas

 - Items of a personal nature (binoculars, cameras etc.)