Your Safari Experience
The 3 Days Tanzania Big Five Safari Escape is a perfect short safari package for travelers looking to explore Tanzania’s famous wildlife destinations in a limited time. This safari combines the giant elephant herds of Tarangire National Park, the breathtaking beauty of Ngorongoro Crater, and the scenic landscapes of Lake Manyara National Park.
During the safari, you will enjoy exciting game drives in a private 4x4 safari Land Cruiser with a professional safari guide while staying in comfortable safari lodges. This safari offers excellent opportunities to see the Big Five, experience beautiful African landscapes, and create unforgettable memories in Tanzania.
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Day by day
Itinerary
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Day 1: Arusha – Tarangire National Park
After breakfast in Arusha or Moshi, you will begin your safari adventure with a drive to Tarangire National Park, one of Tanzania’s most beautiful wildlife parks. Tarangire is famous for its giant baobab trees, large elephant herds, and stunning African landscapes. During your game drive, you will have the opportunity to see elephants, lions, giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, buffaloes, antelopes, and many colorful bird species. The Tarangire River attracts many animals throughout the year, making the park one of the best places for wildlife viewing in Tanzania. You will enjoy a picnic lunch inside the park before continuing with more game drives in the afternoon. Later, you will drive to Karatu for dinner and overnight stay at your safari lodge.
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Day 2: Ngorongoro Crater Safari
After an early breakfast, you will descend into the spectacular Ngorongoro Crater for a full-day safari experience inside one of Africa’s most famous wildlife destinations. The crater is home to a large concentration of animals including lions, elephants, buffaloes, zebras, hippos, hyenas, flamingos, and the rare black rhino. The beautiful crater scenery combined with excellent wildlife viewing makes Ngorongoro one of the best safari destinations in Tanzania. You will enjoy a picnic lunch near the hippo pool while surrounded by breathtaking landscapes and wildlife. After the game drive, you will ascend from the crater and return to your lodge in Karatu for dinner and overnight stay.
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Day 3: Lake Manyara National Park – Return to Arusha
After breakfast, you will drive to Lake Manyara National Park for your final safari experience. Lake Manyara is famous for its beautiful scenery, tree-climbing lions, large baboon population, elephants, hippos, flamingos, and rich birdlife. The park offers a unique combination of forest, lake, and open grassland ecosystems, making it one of the most scenic parks in Tanzania. You will enjoy a game drive and picnic lunch inside the park while exploring its rich wildlife and natural beauty. In the afternoon, you will drive back to Arusha, marking the end of your unforgettable Tanzania safari adventure.
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Included
- check_circleAccommodation before or after the safari
- check_circleAccommodation during the safari
- check_circleAll park entrance fees
- check_circlePrivate 4x4 safari Land Cruiser with pop-up roof
- check_circleProfessional English-speaking safari guide
- check_circleAll meals during the safari
- check_circleBottled drinking water during game drives
- check_circleGovernment taxes and conservation fees
- check_circleGame drives as mentioned in the itinerary
- check_circleNgorongoro Crater service fees
- check_circlePick-up and drop-off in Arusha or Moshi
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Important Notes
This safari is available throughout the year, and each season offers different wildlife experiences. Early morning game drives provide the best opportunities to see active animals and predators. Travelers are advised to carry passports, personal medication, and comfortable safari clothing suitable for warm days and cool mornings.
Packing Notes
It is recommended to pack light safari clothing in neutral colors, comfortable walking shoes, sunglasses, sunscreen, a hat, insect repellent, camera equipment, and a light jacket for cool mornings and evenings. Soft travel bags are preferred for easier transportation during the safari.
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