This three-day safari is crafted for travelers seeking depth, diversity, and refined comfort within a short time. Designed by Deeper Serengeti Safaris, the journey blends dramatic elephant landscapes, the wildlife-rich Ngorongoro Crater, and the lush groundwater forests of Lake Manyara.
Travel in a private 4x4 safari vehicle with a professional guide who ensures flexibility, insight, and intimate wildlife encounters. Each day unfolds differently from baobab-studded plains to volcanic caldera floors and emerald forest canopies.
Scenic transfer from Arusha
Extended private game drives in Tarangire
Elephant herd viewing
Predator tracking opportunities
Birdwatching and photography
Your journey begins from Arusha with a scenic drive through Maasai country toward Tarangire National Park, a landscape defined by ancient baobab trees and vast open savannah.
Tarangire is renowned for its large elephant herds, especially during the dry season when animals gather along the Tarangire River. As you explore deeper into the park, you may encounter:
Massive elephant families crossing the plains
Lions resting beneath acacia trees
Giraffes feeding elegantly at treetop level
Zebras and wildebeest grazing in open grasslands
Rich birdlife including hornbills, eagles, and lilac-breasted rollers
The day includes extensive game drives along varied terrain river valleys, swamps, and rocky ridges offering excellent photography opportunities and close wildlife encounters.
After a rewarding safari, transfer to your lodge for relaxation and dinner.
Accommodation:Furaha Luxury Lodge
Meals: Lunch & Dinner
Scenic highland drive
Crater descent and extensive game drive
Big Five viewing opportunities
Wildlife photography
Picnic lunch inside Ngorongoro
Depart the lodge and drive toward the highlands of the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. As you ascend to the crater rim, panoramic views reveal one of Africa’s most spectacular natural wonders.
Descend 600 meters into the Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the densest wildlife habitats in Africa.
Inside the crater, you may encounter:
Lions patrolling open grasslands
Large buffalo herds
Hippos in freshwater pools
Flamingos along the soda lake
Elephants roaming the forested edges
The rare and endangered black rhino
A picnic lunch is served inside the crater surrounded by breathtaking scenery and constant wildlife movement. The enclosed ecosystem creates remarkable game viewing within a relatively small area, making this one of the most rewarding safari destinations in Tanzania.
After ascending the crater, transfer to Karatu for overnight relaxation.
Accommodation:Marera Valley Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Transfer to Lake Manyara
Canopy walkway experience
Game drives in Lake Manyara National Park
Birdwatching and photography
Scenic return to Arusha
Depart Karatu and drive toward the lush groundwater forests of Lake Manyara National Park, a compact yet diverse park set beneath the Great Rift Valley escarpment.
Lake Manyara offers a striking contrast to the previous days’ landscapes. Dense forest, open plains, and the alkaline lake create a habitat for diverse wildlife and birdlife.
Experience the famous canopy walkway, suspended above the forest floor, offering a unique perspective through treetops and an opportunity to observe monkeys and bird species from above.
Game drives within the park may reveal:
Tree-climbing lions (occasionally sighted)
Large troops of baboons
Elephants moving through forest corridors
Hippos in shallow pools
Flamingos and pelicans along the lakeshore
After exploration and a picnic lunch, return to Arusha in the late day, concluding your immersive Northern Tanzania safari.
Accommodation:None / On Request
Meals: Breakfast & Picnic Lunch
