Overview

Discover one of Africa’s greatest natural wonders on our 4 Days / 3 Nights Ngorongoro Crater Safari. Perfect for travelers with limited time, this safari combines spectacular wildlife viewing with breathtaking scenery and authentic African hospitality.

Explore the magnificent Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the best places in Africa to spot the Big Five. Continue your adventure through Tarangire National Park, famous for its giant elephant herds and ancient baobab trees, and visit the beautiful Lake Manyara National Park, renowned for its tree-climbing lions and vibrant birdlife.

Travel in a private 4×4 safari Land Cruiser with an experienced English-speaking guide who will ensure every game drive is memorable while sharing fascinating insights into Tanzania’s wildlife and conservation.

Whether you’re visiting Tanzania for the first time, planning a honeymoon, family holiday, or wildlife photography trip, this safari offers an unforgettable African experience.

Safari Highlights

✔ Explore the spectacular Ngorongoro Crater

✔ Visit Tarangire National Park

✔ Discover Lake Manyara National Park

✔ Search for the Big Five

✔ Large Elephant Herds

✔ Tree-Climbing Lions

✔ Scenic Great Rift Valley Landscapes

✔ Private 4×4 Safari Vehicle

✔ Professional Safari Guide

✔ Excellent Wildlife Photography Opportunities

4 Days / 3 Nights Safari Itinerary

Day 1 – Arrival & Tarangire National Park

Your safari begins with an early morning pickup from Arusha or Kilimanjaro International Airport.

Drive to Tarangire National Park, one of Tanzania’s finest wildlife destinations.

The park is famous for:

• Large Elephant Herds
• Ancient Baobab Trees
• Lions
• Giraffes
• Zebras
• Buffalo
• Wildebeest
• Warthogs
• Ostriches

Enjoy a picnic lunch before continuing your afternoon game drive.

Overnight

Safari Lodge near Tarangire

Meals

Lunch • Dinner

Day 2 – Ngorongoro Crater Safari

After an early breakfast, travel to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area and descend approximately 600 meters into the world-famous crater.

Spend the day exploring this remarkable wildlife sanctuary.

Animals commonly seen include:

• Black Rhino
• Lions
• Elephant Bulls
• Buffalo
• Hippos
• Hyenas
• Jackals
• Gazelles
• Flamingos
• Wildebeest

Enjoy a picnic lunch beside the hippo pool before continuing your afternoon safari.

Overnight

Karatu Safari Lodge

Meals

Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner

Day 3 – Lake Manyara National Park

After breakfast, visit Lake Manyara National Park, a scenic park located beneath the Great Rift Valley escarpment.

The park offers diverse habitats, including forests, open grasslands, and lakeside ecosystems.

Highlights include:

• Tree-Climbing Lions
• Flamingos
• Blue Monkeys
• Baboons
• Hippos
• Elephants
• Giraffes
• Over 400 Bird Species

Enjoy a full-day game drive before returning to your lodge.

Overnight

Karatu Safari Lodge

Meals

Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner

Day 4 – Cultural Experience & Return to Arusha

After breakfast, enjoy a visit to a local cultural village or artisan market, where you can learn about Tanzanian traditions, crafts, and daily life.

Later, drive back to Arusha for your transfer to Kilimanjaro International Airport or your hotel.

Your unforgettable Ngorongoro Crater Safari concludes with incredible memories of Tanzania’s wildlife and landscapes.

Meals

Breakfast • Lunch

National Parks You’ll Visit

• Tarangire National Park
• Ngorongoro Conservation Area
• Ngorongoro Crater
• Lake Manyara National Park

Wildlife You May Encounter

• African Elephants
• Lions
• Black Rhino
• Buffalo
• Leopards (occasionally)
• Giraffes
• Zebras
• Wildebeest
• Hippos
• Hyenas
• Jackals
• Gazelles
• Flamingos
• Blue Monkeys
• Baboons
• Over 500 Bird Species

Package Includes

✔ Airport Transfers

✔ 3 Nights Accommodation

✔ Private 4×4 Safari Land Cruiser

✔ Professional English-Speaking Safari Guide

✔ National Park Entrance Fees

✔ Ngorongoro Crater Conservation Fee

✔ Unlimited Game Drives

✔ Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner During Safari

✔ Bottled Drinking Water

✔ Government Taxes

Package Excludes

• International Flights
• Tanzania Visa
• Travel Insurance
• Alcoholic Beverages
• Personal Expenses
• Tips & Gratuities
• Optional Maasai Village Visit
• Optional Hot Air Balloon Safari

Accommodation Options

Budget Safari

Comfortable Safari Camps

Starting From

USD $1,090 Per Person

Mid-Range Safari ⭐ Most Popular

Quality Safari Lodges

Starting From

USD $1,490 Per Person

Luxury Safari

Luxury Safari Lodges

Starting From

USD $2,290 Per Person

Ultra Luxury Safari

Exclusive 5-Star Safari Lodges

Starting From

USD $3,490 Per Person

Best Time to Visit

June – October ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

• Best Wildlife Viewing
• Dry Season
• Comfortable Temperatures
• Excellent Photography

January – March ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆

• Green Landscapes
• Baby Animals
• Excellent Predator Sightings

November – December ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆

• Beautiful Scenery
• Bird Watching
• Fewer Tourists

Why Choose Dakawa Travel?

• Experienced Local Safari Specialists
• Professional Licensed Guides
• Comfortable 4×4 Safari Vehicles
• Flexible Travel Itineraries
• Carefully Selected Lodges
• Transparent Pricing
• Personalized Service
• 24/7 Customer Support