Duration
3-Day
Tarangire National Park, Tanzania
This 3-day budget safari starts and ends in Arusha, taking you to 3 of Tanzania's most iconic parks: Tarangire, Ngorongoro, and Lake Manyara. The experience is designed for travellers seeking an affordable yet unforgettable wildlife adventure. Throughout the safari, you will spend your nights camping in Karatu, offering an authentic bush experience close to nature. You'll explore diverse landscapes, encounter a wide variety of wildlife, and be guided by a professional guide from start to finish.
Plan snapshot
Duration
3-Day
Route
Arusha to Arusha
Via Tarangire NP, Ngorongoro Crater, Lake Manyara NP
Country & park
Tanzania / Tarangire National Park
Style
Shared safari
Group size
1-12 travelers
Starts
Any day if available
Minimum age
18 years
Activities
game drives
Accommodation
Fig Tree Lodge - Budget hotel 1-2hr drive from Tarangire NP – Lunch & Dinner Included
Meals
Lunch & Dinner Included; All Meals Included
Pickup
Airport transfer included
Booking
Request quote
Currency
USD
Solo travelers
Can join this group tour
Rates
USD
Before booking
Quote flow
This budget tour uses hotels.
On this shared tour, you will join a group of other travelers. Max 7 people per vehicle.
If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.
The contents of this tour cannot be changed.
Single travelers can join this group tour, but it requires a minimum of 6 people to run.
The minimum age for this tour is 18 years.
Day 1
Budget hotel 1-2hr drive from Tarangire NP – Lunch & Dinner Included
Lunch & Dinner Included
Day 2
Budget hotel 1-2hr drive from Ngorongoro Crater – All Meals Included
All Meals Included
Day 3
(No accommodation)
Breakfast & Lunch Included
Tour step
A transfer from the airport can be arranged for an extra cost. Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.
Day 1
Your guide will pick you up from your hotel in the morning and begin the scenic drive to Tarangire National Park, a wildlife haven famed for its vast elephant herds, iconic baobab trees, and sweeping golden plains. As you enter the park, your game drive begins immediately, offering chances to spot giraffes, zebras, lions, buffaloes, and a remarkable variety of birdlife. You’ll enjoy a relaxing picnic lunch at a designated viewpoint inside the park before continuing your exploration through different habitats and river valleys where animals gather to drink. In the late afternoon, exit the park and drive to Karatu, where you will settle in at your campsite for dinner and an overnight stay surrounded by the cool highland air and peaceful natural setting. Budget hotel located 1-2hr drive from Tarangire NP Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included) Non-alcoholic drinks
Day 2
After an early breakfast, depart for the world-renowned Ngorongoro Crater, descending 600 meters into this extraordinary natural amphitheater often celebrated as one of Africa’s greatest wonders. The crater’s enclosed ecosystem supports an incredible density of wildlife, giving you excellent opportunities to spot the Big Five, including lions, large buffalo herds, grazing zebras, roaming wildebeests, and the highly endangered black rhino. As you explore the diverse landscapes — open grasslands, acacia woodlands, freshwater swamps, and the shimmering shores of Lake Magadi — your guide will share insights into the animals and the crater’s unique history. Midday, enjoy a relaxing picnic lunch at a scenic spot, often near a hippo pool, before continuing your game drive through this remarkable ecosystem. In the late afternoon, ascend the crater walls and return to Karatu for dinner and overnight camping, ending the day surrounded by the calm highland atmosphere. Budget hotel located 1-2hr drive from Ngorongoro Crater All meals included Non-alcoholic drinks
Day 3
Depart after breakfast and begin your journey to Lake Manyara National Park, a picturesque gem nestled at the base of the Great Rift Valley. The park is famous for its rare tree-climbing lions, lush groundwater forest, and the shimmering soda lake that attracts thousands of flamingos and other waterbirds. As you enter the forest, you’ll be greeted by troops of baboons, blue monkeys, and the cool shade of towering mahogany trees. Continue deeper into the park for the chance to spot elephants, hippos, giraffes, and a variety of antelope species. Midday, enjoy a relaxing picnic lunch at a scenic spot overlooking the lake or hippo pools before continuing your game drive through the diverse habitats. In the afternoon, exit the park and drive back to Arusha, where your safari concludes with a drop-off at your hotel or at the airport, depending on your onward travel plans. Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included) Drinks not included
Tour step
Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost. A transfer back to the airport can be arranged for an extra cost.
Park fees (For non-residents)
All activities (Unless labeled as optional)
All accommodation (Unless listed as upgrade)
A professional driver/guide
All transportation (Unless labeled as optional)
All Taxes/VAT
Meals (As specified in the day-by-day section)
Drinks (As specified in the day-by-day section)
International flights (From/to home)
Roundtrip airport transfer
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
Tips (Tipping guideline US$10.00 pp per day)
Personal items (Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
Offered by
Manka Safaris is a locally owned Tanzania safari specialist based in Arusha. Our government-certified local guides craft tailor-made private and group safaris to the Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater, Tarangire, Lake Manyara, Kilimanjaro, and Zanzibar. Rated 4.9 stars across 50+ verified guest reviews. Every itinerary is built around your budget, travel style, and group size.
Office In
Tanzania
Size
1-5 employees (Founded in 2022)
Member Of
TALA & NCAA
Tour Types
Customizable private tours and fixed group tours
Destinations
Kenya, Tanzania
Traveler feedback
Overall
5.0/5Communication
5.0/5Accuracy
5.0/5Value
5.0/5Safety clarity
5.0/5Cultural value
5.0/5We were incredibly lucky and got to see all the animals we had hoped for, and more. Seeing elephants up close was so nice, watching giraffes move so gracefully across the landscape and spotting lions in their natural habitat was an unforgettable moment. We were even fortunate enough to see cheetahs, which was something I never expected to experience so clearly and closely. The landscape itself was stunning, and being out in the wild, surrounded by such powerful and beautiful animals, was an experience that was very special! The guide was extremely knowledgeable, passionate, and professional. They shared fascinating information about the animals, their behavior, and the ecosystem, while also making sure everyone felt comfortable, safe, and fully engaged throughout the safari. You could really tell how much they cared about both the wildlife and giving us the best possible experience. Overall, this safari was far beyond anything I imagined. It exceeded every expectation I had and left me with memories I will treasure forever. If you are considering a safari, I cannot recommend this experience highly enough, it is absolutely worth it and truly once in a lifetime.
Lisa · Norway
My Safari Trip with Manka was super great! I went with my whole family, my brother of four years old included, and we had a good time with lots of luck with seeing such amazing animals! The company we went with is run by some amazing and engaged people who really care that the experience is a good one. They are flexible and reliable. We went to visit their office in Arusha as well and had a chat with more of the workers and they are all such smiley people.
Helene · Norway
It was great! We saw alot of animals and the guide told us the names of those we didn’t know, he was really informative and answered questions we equiped durring the safari. I had a great experience with Manka Safaris!!!
Karoline · Norway
We travelled as a family; two adults, two grown up children and a 4-year old. Manka Safaris planned a wonderful safari for us, we all had a great experience! The 4-year old still talks about it :D The driver was experienced and had a lot of knowledge about animals, nature and culture. The communication was really good and easy, and we will recommend Manka Safaris from the bottom of our hearts. Can't wait to travel with you again!
Emilie · Norway
Practical answers
Rates are per person and exclude the international flight from/to your home country.
This tour is offered in US dollars (USD).
This tour is unavailable for children.
If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.
The contents of this tour cannot be changed.
Fig Tree Lodge - Budget hotel 1-2hr drive from Tarangire NP – Lunch & Dinner Included. Meals: Lunch & Dinner Included
This tour starts and ends in Arusha
A transfer from and back to the airport can be arranged for an extra cost
Operator policy
This tour is offered by Manka Safaris Solutions, not SafariBookings.
This operator reserves the right to change rates advertised on SafariBookings.
This group tour requires a minimum of 6 people to run.
The exact order, contents and rates of this tour are subject to availability.
If an accommodation is fully booked, the operator will suggest a comparable alternative.
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