3 Day Ngorongoro Crater and Lake Manyara Budget Safari in Tanzania
Affordable Safari in Tanzania
Explore two of Tanzania’s most beautiful parks in just three days. See tree-climbing lions and flamingos at Lake Manyara, then visit the wildlife-rich Ngorongoro Crater, home to the Big Five. This is perfect for a short, unforgettable safari experience.
Key information
- Private or group safari
- Minimum of two and maximum of 100 participants
- Starts and ends in Arusha
- Children are allowed to join under the supervision of a parent or guardian at least 18 years old
- Services of a professional English-speaking guide / driver
- All park entry fees (Lake Manyara and Ngorongoro Crater) included
Highlights
- Enjoy a game drive in Lake Manyara, known for flamingos and tree-climbing lions
- Explore the famous Ngorongoro Crater, home to the Big Five and stunning landscapes
- See many animals in a short time, including rhinos, lions, zebras, and hippos
- Travel in a comfortable 4x4 safari vehicle with a professional guide
- 2 nights stay in budget-friendly cozy lodges or tented camps
- Full meals and bottled drinking water during game drives included
Styles
Accommodation
You will stay in budget tented camps near Lake Manyara and Ngorongoro. All accommodations offer meals included (breakfast, lunch, and dinner). They can be upgraded from budget, midrange, to luxury options, depending on your travel style. Accommodation facilities are located close to nature, so you may hear birds and animals nearby!
Program
Day 1: Arusha - Lake Manyara National Park
Pick-up will be from your hotel in Arusha in the morning. Drive to Lake Manyara National Park (about two to three hours), then enjoy a game drive to see flamingos, elephants, monkeys, and tree-climbing lions with your picnic lunch served inside the park. Dinner and overnight stay will be at a budget camp near Karatu.
Day 2: Lake Manyara - Ngorongoro Crater
Have an early breakfast at the lodge, then drive to Ngorongoro Crater and descend to the crater floor. You will enjoy a full day of game drives inside the crater - home to lions, rhinos, zebras, buffaloes, and more. Picnic lunch will be served near a hippo pool or at an appointed point inside the park. All meals and overnight stay will be at a budget camp near the crater rim.
Day 3: Ngorongoro - Arusha
Breakfast will be at leisure. Enjoy scenic views of the highlands during the drive as you return to Arusha, arriving by early afternoon. The safari will end with a drop-off at the guest's preferred Arusha hotel.
Location
Lake Manyara is famous for its beautiful lake, pink flamingos, and tree-climbing lions - something very rare. The park is small but full of animals like elephants, monkeys, hippos, and many birds.
Ngorongoro Crater is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is one of the best places to see the Big Five (lion, leopard, buffalo, elephant, rhino). The crater is like a natural zoo, with thousands of animals living in one place.
Both parks offer amazing views, rich wildlife, and a peaceful safari experience - perfect for a short trip.
Food
All meals during the safari (breakfast, lunch, dinner), plus bottled drinking water during game drives, are included.
The following meals are included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Drinks
The following drinks are included:
- Water
- Coffee
- Tea
- Soda
The following dietary requirement(s) are served and/or catered for:
- Vegetarian
- Regular (typically includes meat and fish)
- Other dietary requirements on request
What's included
- All game drives and sightseeing as per the itinerary
- Transport in a 4x4 safari vehicle with a pop-up roof
- Services of a professional English-speaking guide / driver
- 2 nights’ accommodation in budget tented camps
- All meals during the safari (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
- Bottled drinking water during game drives
- All park entry fees (Lake Manyara and Ngorongoro Crater)
What's not included
- Flights
- Airport transfers
- Visa fees
- Travel insurance
- Tips
- Personal expenses (drinks, laundry, souvenirs)
- Optional activities (e.g., Maasai village visit)
- Extra hotel nights before or after the safari
How to get there
Recommended Airports
Kilimanjaro International Airport
156 km
Transfer not provided
Cancellation Policy
- A reservation requires a deposit of 30% of the total price.
- The deposit is non-refundable, if the booking is cancelled.
- The rest of the payment should be paid 7 days before arrival.
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