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3-Day Budget Tour to Ngorongoro, Tarangire and Manyara

Tarangire National Park, Tanzania

3-Day Budget Tour to Ngorongoro, Tarangire and Manyara

5.0 / 5 · 39 reviews Offered by Manka Safaris Solutions 3-Day

Overview

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.

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Quick Facts

Tour details

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

3-Day Budget Tour to Ngorongoro, Tarangire and Manyara
Tarangire National Park visual context for this itinerary.

Rates

Rates Per Person

USD

Start datesSingle2+ people
Jan 1, 2026 - Dec 31, 2026 $715 USD $633 USD
Jan 1, 2027 - Dec 31, 2027 $715 USD $633 USD

Before booking

Important To Know

Rates are per person and exclude the international flight from/to your home country.
A travel party of 1 or 2 people can join this group tour, but it requires a minimum of 6 people to run.
This tour is offered in US dollars (USD).
This tour is unavailable for children.

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Route

Tour route map
country Tanzania
Start Arusha (Day 1)
Day 1 Tarangire NP
Day 2 Ngorongoro Crater
Day 3 Lake Manyara NP
End Arusha (Day 3)

Tour Features

Budget tour

This budget tour uses hotels.

Shared tour

On this shared tour, you will join a group of other travelers. Max 7 people per vehicle.

Can start any day

If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.

Cannot be customized

The contents of this tour cannot be changed.

Suitable for single travelers

Single travelers can join this group tour, but it requires a minimum of 6 people to run.

18
Minimum age of 18 years

The minimum age for this tour is 18 years.

Activities & Transportation

Activities: game drives
Game drives: pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle
Getting around: pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle
This operator can select your international flights, but you'll have to book them yourself
A transfer from and back to the airport can be arranged for an extra cost

Accommodation & Meals

Fig Tree Lodge

Day 1

Fig Tree Lodge

Budget hotel 1-2hr drive from Tarangire NP – Lunch & Dinner Included

Lunch & Dinner Included

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Fig Tree Lodge

Day 2

Fig Tree Lodge

Budget hotel 1-2hr drive from Ngorongoro Crater – All Meals Included

All Meals Included

Day 3

End of tour

No accommodation

(No accommodation)

Breakfast & Lunch Included

Day By Day

Tour step

Arrival

A transfer from the airport can be arranged for an extra cost. Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Arusha to Tarangire National Park

Day 1

Arusha to Tarangire National Park

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

Destination: Tarangire National Park Stay: Fig Tree Lodge Budget hotel located 1-2hr drive from Tarangire NP Meals: Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included) Non-alcoholic drinks
Ngorongoro Crater

Day 2

Ngorongoro Crater

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

Destination: Ngorongoro Crater Stay: Fig Tree Lodge Budget hotel located 1-2hr drive from Ngorongoro Crater Meals: All meals included Non-alcoholic drinks
Lake Manyara

Day 3

Lake Manyara

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

Destination: Lake Manyara National Park Stay: No accommodation (End of tour) Meals: Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included) Drinks not included

Tour step

End of tour

Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost. A transfer back to the airport can be arranged for an extra cost.

Included

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)

Excluded

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

Getting There

This tour starts and ends in Arusha
This operator can select your international flights, but you'll have to book them yourself
Fly to/from Kilimanjaro Airport (JRO - Check price) near Arusha. Or fly to/from Arusha Airport (ARK - Check price) via Dar es Salaam or Nairobi (Kenya)
A transfer from and back to the airport can be arranged for an extra cost
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost
Manka Safaris Solutions
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Offered by

Manka Safaris Solutions

5.0 operator rating 39 reviews

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

Reviews

5.00 average

Overall

5.0/5

Communication

5.0/5

Accuracy

5.0/5

Value

5.0/5

Safety clarity

5.0/5

Cultural value

5.0/5
Verified

This safari experience was truly beyond all expectations.

We 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

Verified

Reliable

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.

Day 2
Day 2

Helene · Norway

Verified

He was informative and well aware of the best places to drive to see animals

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

Verified

Made our dreams come true!

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!

Photo by Emilie
Photo by Emilie
Photo by Emilie
Photo by Emilie

Emilie · Norway

Practical answers

Tour FAQs

8 answers

Are rates charged per person?

Rates are per person and exclude the international flight from/to your home country.

Which currency is this tour priced in?

This tour is offered in US dollars (USD).

Can children join this tour?

This tour is unavailable for children.

Can this tour start on my preferred date?

If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.

Can the itinerary be customized?

The contents of this tour cannot be changed.

Where do travelers stay during this tour?

Fig Tree Lodge - Budget hotel 1-2hr drive from Tarangire NP – Lunch & Dinner Included. Meals: Lunch & Dinner Included

Where does this tour start and end?

This tour starts and ends in Arusha

Are airport transfers included?

A transfer from and back to the airport can be arranged for an extra cost

Operator policy

Terms and Conditions

Booking terms

Disclaimer

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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