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3-Day Luxury Fly-In Safari in Tanzania: Tarangire & Ngorongoro Crater

Fly from Zanzibar to Arusha for an afternoon game drive in Tarangire, then descend into Ngorongoro Crater for a half-day wildlife drive.

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Duration
3 days
4 stops
Stays
2 stays
Guide price
From US$1,785
per person
Best for
Luxury tour
Private tour

The journey

Journey overview

From the beach to the heart of wild Africa! This 3-day fly-in safari is perfect for travelers short on time but hungry for big adventure. Witness towering elephants in Tarangire, descend into the Ngorongoro Crater teeming with wildlife, and explore the lush ecosystem of Lake Manyara all in one epic journey. With flights from Zanzibar included, seamless logistics, and a charming overnight stay at the scenic lodge around Ngorongoro area, this safari delivers magical moments without compromise.

  • Activities: game drives
  • Game drives: pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle
  • Getting around: pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle & air transfer We can help select your international flights, but you'll have to book them yourself A transfer from and back to the airport is included
  • Luxury tour
  • Private tour
  • Can start any day
  • Can be customized
  • Suitable for solo travelers
  • Minimum age of 2 years

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Listing last checked on 28 Aug 2026

Journey route

Route

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Day by day

Your itinerary

01Day 1

Day 1

Zanzibar to Tarangire National Park

After an early breakfast in Zanzibar, you'll catch a scenic morning flight to Arusha (1.5 hrs). Upon arrival at Arusha Airport, your professional safari guide will greet you with a 4x4 Land Cruiser and head straight to Tarangire National Park, famous for its large elephant herds and ancient baobab trees. Enjoy a full afternoon game drive with picnic lunch inside the park. After the safari, you’ll proceed to Ngorongoro Marera Mountain View Lodge or other lodge of your choosing in Karatu for dinner and overnight.
  • Luxury lodge located 1-2hr drive from Tarangire NP
  • Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
02Day 2

Day 2

Ngorongoro Crater

Today is your deep dive into Africa’s Eden – the Ngorongoro Crater! After an early breakfast, descend 600 meters into the volcanic caldera, a natural sanctuary home to over 25,000 animals including the endangered black rhino. Enjoy a half-day game drive in this UNESCO World Heritage Site, followed by a relaxing lunch at the crater floor picnic site. Return to Ngorongoro Marera Mountain View Lodge in the afternoon for leisure, dinner, and overnight.
  • Luxury lodge located 1-2hr drive from Ngorongoro Crater
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
03Day 3

Day 3

Lake Manyara to Arusha to Zanzibar

After breakfast, check out and drive to Lake Manyara National Park, a lush gem set beneath the Great Rift Valley escarpment. Keep your eyes open for tree-climbing lions, flamingos, and curious baboon troops. Enjoy a mid-morning game drive followed by a warm lunch. Later, you'll be driven to Arusha Airport for your return flight to Zanzibar, arriving in the early evening.
  • Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Stays

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      US$1,785

      per person

      Guide price

      US$1,785 per person

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      Journey pace

      2 stays

      2 nights across 3 days.

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      Listing updated

      28 Aug 2026

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