3 Day Zanzibar to Tarangire, Ngorongoro & Lake Manyara

Name: 3 Day Zanzibar to Tarangire, Ngorongoro & Lake Manyara
Brand: Tanzania Beauty Safaris
SKU: tour_en_4936
Price: 1620 USD
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3 Day Zanzibar to Tarangire, Ngorongoro & Lake Manyara

Lake Manyara, Ngorongoro Crater, Tarangire National park

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$1620.00

Duration

3 days

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Overview

Embark on a 3-day fly-in Arusha safari from Zanzibar, featuring scenic flights and thrilling game drives. Fly from Zanzibar to Arusha then to Lake manyara, Ngorongoro and Tarangire, renowned for its year-round wildlife viewing and Big Five sightings. Join us for an exciting 3-day tour. You’ll start with a flight from Zanzibar to Arusha Airport and then head to Tarangire, Ngorongoro Crater, and Lake Manyara. Here, you’ll see lots of wildlife, including the Big Five. Your accommodation will be in a comfortable mid-range lodge. The tour ends with a flight back to Zanzibar.

Why Choose a 3-Day Serengeti Safari?

This fly-in safari saves time with a 1-hour flight from Zanzibar to Arusha, maximizing wildlife viewing in Manyara, Tarangire and Ngorongoro Crater.

Key Highlights:

Spot the Big Five (lion, leopard, elephant, rhino, buffalo) across diverse landscapes.
See tree-climbing lions and flocks of flamingos at Lake Manyara.
Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater, home to endangered black rhinos and rich wildlife year-round.
Witness massive elephant herds and ancient baobab trees in Tarangire.
Explore three top national parks in northern Tanzania with expert guides.
Enjoy birdwatching opportunities with over 500 recorded species across the parks.
Experience cultural encounters with the Maasai near Ngorongoro.
Ideal for a short yet wildlife-rich safari circuit close to Arusha

Sample 3-Day Fly-in Arusha from Zanzibar Safari Itinerary

Get ready for an exciting safari! Your transfer driver will pick you up early in the morning from your hotel in Zanzibar and take you to the airport. You’ll fly for about an hour to Arusha in a small plane. Then, your guide will meet you at Arusha Airport and drive for 2 hours to Tarangire National Park. This park is famous for having many elephants and ancient baobab trees, the biggest trees in Africa. In an open-roof vehicle, you can see seasonal swamps, grassy areas, and the Tarangire River, where you’ll spot all sorts of wildlife like birds, giraffes, zebras, lions, and more. After all the adventure, you’ll head to your lodge for dinner and spend the night there.

Main Destination: Tarangire National Park

Accommodation: Karatu Villas

Mid-range lodge located outside Ngorongoro Crater

Meals & Drinks:

Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

Today, after having an early breakfast at the lodge, you’ll depart and drive for about 90 minutes to reach the Ngorongoro Crater. This incredible location showcases a wide range of wildlife native to East Africa, and you might even be fortunate enough to spot the elusive black rhinos. The crater spans around 20 kilometers in diameter, so you should plan for about 6 hours to fully explore it. You’ll have a chance to enjoy lunch at the scenic Ngoitoktok picnic site, which overlooks the Hippo Lake. Afterward, you’ll continue with an afternoon game drive before making your way back to the lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.

Main Destination: Ngorongoro Crater

Accommodation: Karatu Villas lodge

Mid-range lodge located outside Ngorongoro Crater

Meals & Drinks:

All meals included
All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

After you’ve had your breakfast, you’ll drive for about 40 minutes to Lake Manyara National Park. Here, you’ll get to see different animals like birds, baboons, giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, buffalos, and elephants. If you’re lucky, you might even spot lions relaxing in the trees. This park is famous for its diverse landscapes, with open grassy areas, forests filled with monkeys, and cliffs with big baobab trees.

Once you’re done with the exciting safari, you’ll drive to Arusha Airport for your flight back to Zanzibar, and that will mark the end of your adventure.

Main Destination: Lake Manyara National Park

Accommodation: No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

End of tour

Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
You’ll be dropped off at the airport

What’s Included

All park fees and permits.
All local Flights (roundtrip).
Comfortable 4×4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof for optimal game viewing.
Professional driver-guide and full-board meals (as specified).
Accommodation (mid-range lodges based on your preference).
Drinking water during game drives and transfers.

What to Pack

Lightweight, neutral-coloured clothing for layering (5,000-9,000 ft altitude).
Binoculars, camera, sunscreen, and insect repellent.
Comfortable walking shoes and a hat for sun protection.

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Tour Plan

Day 1: Zanzibar to Tarangire National Park

Day 2: Ngorongoro Crater

Day 3: Lake Manyara National Park to Zanzibar

Once you’re done with the exciting safari, you’ll drive to Arusha Airport for your flight back to Zanzibar, and that will mark the end of your adventure.