Northern Tanzania Safari
Duration:
3 days
Destinations:
Tarangire National Park and Ngorongoro Crater
Trip highlight
Experience the best of Tanzania’s wildlife with a compact yet unforgettable 3-days safari that includes visits to Tarangire National Park and Ngorongoro Crater. Perfect for those with limited time, this itinerary offers an incredible wildlife adventure with minimal travel days. This safari is ideal for those looking for a quick yet enriching safari experience, where you can immerse yourself in Tanzania’s iconic landscapes and wildlife without the need for long travel times. It’s a perfect combination of adventure, wildlife, and breathtaking scenery, all in just a few days.
Day to day description
Day 1: Tarangire National Park
After breakfast at your accommodation, you’ll head to Tarangire National Park, famous for its iconic baobab trees and large elephant herds, offering a unique Tanzania safari experience. As you explore the park’s dry woodlands and baobab-dotted landscape, you’ll encounter a wide range of wildlife, including rare species like the gerenuk and fringe-eared oryx.
Enjoy a picnic lunch at one of the park’s designated spots before continuing your game drive, where the Tarangire River provides an excellent opportunity to view animals near its permanent water source. Conclude your day with a spectacular Tanzania safari sunset before heading to your lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.
Main Destination: Tarangire National Park
Mid – Range Accommodation: Lake Burunge Tented Lodge
Luxury – Accommodation: Sanctuary Swala Camp
Day 2: Ngorongoro Crater
After breakfast, you’ll depart the lodge with a picnic lunch and journey to Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage site known for its stunning caldera, 600 meters deep and 10 miles across, offering a top Tanzania safari experience.
Descend into the crater floor, where you’ll enjoy a game drive through a rich ecosystem teeming with wildlife, including the rare black rhino and abundant predators. Stop for lunch before continuing your game drive, and visit Lake Magadi, home to flamingos, hippos, and various water birds. In the afternoon, you’ll ascend from the crater and return to your lodge for dinner and overnight, reflecting on the unique wildlife of the Ngorongoro Crater.
Main destination: Ngorongoro Crater
Mid – Range Accommodation: Bougainvillea Safari Lodge
Luxury – Accommodation: Neptune Ngorongoro Luxury Lodge
Day 3: Depart
After breakfast at the lodge, you’ll depart for Arusha, enjoying your final moments in Northern Tanzania before arriving at Arusha Coffee Lodge for lunch. Afterward, you’ll transfer to Kilimanjaro International Airport for your onward flight or to Arusha Airport for a flight to Zanzibar, ending your unforgettable Tanzania safari.
Whether you’re heading to Zanzibar for a beach escape or continuing your adventure, this marks the perfect conclusion to your safari in Tanzania. The day offers a relaxing finish after exploring the rich wildlife and landscapes of Northern Tanzania.
The price includes
- All park fees for all national parks
- All meals and accommodations during the entire tour
- A high-quality safari land cruiser with pop up roof
- Arrival and departure transfers
- Experienced Safari Guide
- Unlimited mineral water on safari
- All government taxes
- AMREF Flying doctor’s emergency rescue
The price Excludes
- International Flights
- Visa
- Travel Insurance
- Gratuities
- Drinks at the lodges/Camps
- Any other things not mentioned in the itinerary
Chat with Our expert
info@izobatours.com
MID - RANGE PACKAGE - PRICE VALID TO DECEMBER 2026
| NUMBER OF PAX | PRICE PER PERSON (USD) |
|---|---|
|
1 |
$ 1,996 |
|
2 |
$ 1,274 |
|
3 |
$ 1,083 |
|
4 |
$ 950 |
|
5 |
$ 900 |
|
6 |
$ 842 |
|
Single Supplement |
$ 61 |
LUXURY PACKAGE - PRICE VALID TO DECEMBER 2026
| NUMBER OF PAX | PRICE PER PERSON (USD) |
|---|---|
|
1 |
$ 3,771 |
|
2 |
$ 2,809 |
|
3 |
$ 2,680 |
|
4 |
$ 2,471 |
|
5 |
$ 2,461 |
|
6 |
$ 2,359 |
|
Single Supplement |
$ 230 |
Book This Tour
Related Safari Packages
3 Days | 2 Nights
Northern Tanzania Safari
Destination
Tarangire National Park and Ngorongoro Crater
5 Days | 4 Nights
Tanzania Wildlife Experience
Destination
Arusha, Serengeti National Park and Ngorongoro Crater
7 Days | 6 Nights
Serengeti Great Migration Safari
Destination
Arusha, Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Crater
