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Private safari journey · Tanzania

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

Explore Ngorongoro Crater on a game drive and travel between safari stops in a private Land Cruiser with a pop-up roof.

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Duration
3 days
4 stops
Stays
2 stays
Guide price
From US$1,074
per person
Best for
Luxury tour
Private tour

The journey

Journey overview

Enjoy a 3-day full-board safari, based in Arusha. Spot the Big Five, explore Tanzania’s stunning landscapes, and experience close wildlife encounters. Travel in a private 4x4 Land Cruiser with a pop-up roof, fridge, charging station, window seats, and drinking water. A dedicated English-speaking guide and carefully selected accommodations ensure a comfortable and unforgettable adventure in the heart of Africa.

  • Activities: game drives
  • Game drives: pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle
  • Getting around: pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle We can help 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
  • Luxury tour
  • Private tour
  • Can start any day
  • Can be customized
  • Not for solo travelers
  • Suitable for all ages

Availability

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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

Airport/Arusha - Tarangire National Park

Transfer Arusha – Tarangire: 2 hours Schedule of the Day: Your safari guide will pick you up from the airport or hotel/lodge and drive you to Tarangire National Park, a 2.5-hour journey on well-maintained roads. This National Park named after the Tarangire River, the park is a vital water source during the dry season and is known for its large elephant herds. You may also see giraffes, bushbucks, and hartebeests, along with predators like lions and leopards. Lunch will be enjoyed at a picnic site within the park. After the full game drive, you'll head to your lodge in Karatu village for relaxation, dinner, and an overnight stay.
  • 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

Transfer Karatu – Ngorongoro Crater: 40 min Schedule of the Day: After an early breakfast, your safari guide will collect you from the lodge for a game drive in Ngorongoro Crater. Enjoy wildlife viewing while having lunch boxes with you. After the game drive, you’ll return to the lodge for leisure, dinner, and an overnight stay. Ngorongoro Crater, a geological marvel formed 2-3 million years ago by a volcanic collapse, features stunning landscapes of sparkling lakes, wetlands, acacia forests, and vast savannahs. The crater serves as a nature reserve home to Africa's largest mammal herds. It’s a thrilling experience to explore, with over 500 bird species, zebras, gazelles, wildebeests, and the rare opportunity to see the endangered black rhino.
  • Luxury lodge located 1-2hr drive from Ngorongoro Crater
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
03Day 3

Day 3

Lake Manyara National Park - Airport

Transfer Karatu – Lake manyara Np: 1hr Schedule of the Day: Start your day with an early breakfast, followed by a pick-up from your lodge for a game drive at Lake Manyara National Park. Enjoy wildlife spotting while having lunch boxes on the go. After the game drive, you’ll be taken to Arusha or the airport, concluding your safari. Lake Manyara National Park is a small yet diverse park, known for its unique landscape. The Great Rift Escarpment towers over its western edge, while the park's narrow width adds to its charm. The park’s small salt lake is home to thousands of wading birds, including flamingos, and over 500 other species. The area also features tree-climbing lions, baboons, elephants, and lush evergreen forests, creating a fascinating wildlife experience.
  • Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Stays

Where you will stay

Accommodation is subject to confirmation for your dates.

What’s included

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Included in this journey

  1. Park fees (For non-residents)
  2. All activities (Unless labeled as optional)
  3. All accommodation (Unless listed as upgrade)
  4. A professional driver/guide
  5. All transportation (Unless labeled as optional)
  6. All Taxes/VAT
  7. Meals (As specified in the day-by-day section)
  8. Drinking water (On all days)

Not included

  • 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

Rates and dates

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From

US$1,074

per person

Guide price

US$1,454 per person

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Journey details

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Journey pace

2 stays

2 nights across 3 days.

Rooms

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Listing updated

28 Aug 2026

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