Elephant walking in Tarangire savanna
Sunset Tours & Safaris / Tanzania

3-Day Tarangire, Ngorongoro & Manyara Safari

From $950per person / 6 travellers

Three parks, with a Karatu lodge base. Plan with a local team whose tourism experience spans more than 15 years.

3 daysPrivate safari
Private 4x4Your travel experience
MoshiLocal Sunset team
Personal planYour dates and party
The journey in focus

Three parks, with a Karatu lodge base.

Discover Tarangire, Ngorongoro Crater and Lake Manyara over three days. Two nights at Farm of Dreams Lodge keep the overnight stays in Karatu while each day brings a different landscape.

Enjoy baobab country, the crater floor and forest-and-lakeside scenery with your own guide and travel companions.

At a glance

Your journey, stage by stage.

DayExperienceOvernight / finish
1Arusha to Tarangire National ParkFarm of Dreams Lodge, Karatu
2Ngorongoro Crater game driveFarm of Dreams Lodge, Karatu
3Lake Manyara to ArushaReturn to Arusha
Day by day

Follow the journey.

Day 1

Arusha to Tarangire National Park

Start with a game drive through Tarangire’s baobab country and river habitats. Take time to watch the wildlife and enjoy a picnic lunch. In the afternoon, continue to Karatu for dinner and your first lodge stay.

Overnight: Farm of Dreams Lodge, Karatu
Elephant in Tarangire savanna
Elephant in Tarangire savanna.
Day 2

Ngorongoro Crater game drive

After breakfast, head to Ngorongoro and descend to the crater floor. Explore the varied habitats with your guide, looking for wildlife that may include buffalo, zebra, lions and black rhino. After a picnic lunch, return to Karatu.

Overnight: Farm of Dreams Lodge, Karatu
Sunset safari guide and travellers at the Ngorongoro viewpoint
Sunset safari guide and travellers at the Ngorongoro viewpoint.
Day 3

Lake Manyara to Arusha

Visit Lake Manyara with a packed lunch and explore the park’s contrasting forest and lakeside habitats. Continue wildlife viewing as time permits before returning to Arusha. Wildlife sightings vary with conditions and season.

After the day: Return to Arusha
Giraffe browsing in Tanzania woodland
Giraffe browsing in Tanzania woodland.
Plan your party

Your trip price.

USD per person. Choose the rate for the number of people travelling together.

Your partyPrice per person
6 travellers$950
2-4 travellers$1,200
1 traveller$1,900
Your trip experience

What comes with the journey.

Included

  • Airport pickup and one hotel night before safari
  • Three meals a day during the safari
  • Mineral water and an ice chest in the vehicle
  • Safari guide
  • Private 4×4 safari vehicle with a pop-up roof
  • Park entry and crater fees
  • Government taxes and service charges for included services

Not included

  • Personal expenses, laundry, telephone and additional beverages
  • Optional cultural visits or other extra activities
  • Tips for your guide
Sunset safari guide and guests at Ngorongoro
Plan directly with people who live here

Your journey.
A local connection.

Share the experience you want and the time you have. Our Moshi-based team will help you work through the details, so your Tanzania trip begins with people you can speak to directly.

Tell us about your interests, accommodation preferences and travel plans. Your guide brings local context to the places and people you meet.

Before you decide

Your questions,
answered.

Have something else on your mind? Tell us when you enquire.

How long is this trip?

This is a 3-day private safari starting and ending in Arusha.

Where do I stay?

2 nights at Farm of Dreams Lodge + 1 pre-safari hotel night.

Are wildlife sightings guaranteed?

No. Wildlife is free-ranging and sightings depend on the animals, weather and conditions. Your guide works with the day to make the most of the journey.

Can I tailor the arrangements?

Send your preferred dates, party size and any dietary or accommodation needs. Our local team will discuss the practical options with you.

How do I plan this trip?

Send an enquiry with your travel dates and the people coming with you. Sunset will work through the arrangements and prepare a personal proposal.

A conversation with your local guide

Make it your journey.

Tell us a little about your 3-day private safari. We will help you explore the options and prepare a personal proposal for your party.

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