Three-park safari · Sample itinerary
3-Day Tarangire, Ngorongoro & Arusha
A compact northern-circuit safari with elephant country, a crater descent and a Mount Meru-side finale in only three days.
Route at a glance
- 01Arusha
- 02Tarangire National Park
- 03Mto wa Mbu
- 04Ngorongoro Crater
- 05Arusha National Park
The shape of the trip
A complete route, with room for your own pace.
This three-day safari is built for travellers who want a short route with real variety. Begin in Tarangire among baobabs, elephants and the Tarangire River, descend into the wildlife-rich Ngorongoro Crater, then finish with Arusha National Park forests, Momella Lakes, giraffes, birdlife and Mount Meru scenery before departure.
Price guide
Tour price
Per-person USD rates by group size. The final quote confirms dates, rooms and availability.
*Indicative cost per person in USD, excluding international airline tickets. Final quote depends on confirmed travel date, rooming and lodge availability.
Your day-by-day programme
See how each day unfolds.
This route is a starting point. We will confirm timings and stays for your departure.
After breakfast, leave Arusha and travel through Maasai steppe and traditional villages toward Tarangire National Park. Game drive through baobab-studded landscapes where elephants, buffalo, zebras, wildebeest, giraffes and predators may be seen. Enjoy a picnic lunch inside the park, continue the afternoon game drive, then exit toward Mto wa Mbu for dinner and overnight at Ikumbi Safari Lodge.
Want to change the rhythm?
We can add nights, switch stays or reshape the route.
Clear before you book
What your proposal will cover.
We make the quote specific to your route, accommodation choice and travel dates. Nothing important should be left to guesswork.
Included in your tailored proposal
- All park and conservation entry fees for Tarangire, Ngorongoro and Arusha National Park
- Private 4×4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof, charging ports and fridge
- Professional English-speaking driver-guide
- Accommodation as listed in the itinerary
- All meals during safari as per meal plan
- Drinking water during game drives
- Airport or Arusha transfer for departure
Plan for yourself
- International and local flights not listed in the itinerary
- Visa fees for Tanzania
- Travel and medical insurance
- Soft drinks and alcoholic beverages at lodges
- Tips for safari guide, driver and lodge staff
- Personal expenses such as souvenirs, laundry or phone calls
- Walking safari and boat safari in Arusha National Park
- Optional cultural visits such as a Maasai village
Good to know: We will explain the accommodation level, room setup, luggage considerations and transfer timing before you book.
Dates & availability
Designed for your dates and group.
We confirm the route after we know your travel window, party size and preferred comfort level. That keeps the proposal honest about seasonal availability and what is actually included.
Ask for dates and availabilityCan this route be changed?
Yes. These are well-tested starting points, not fixed departures. We can adjust nights, lodge style, internal flights and the order of parks around your dates and priorities.
When should I travel?
Every route has a different seasonal sweet spot. Tell us the month you have available and the wildlife moments you care about, and we will shape the route accordingly.
What will I receive before booking?
You will receive a tailored proposal that makes the route, accommodation, transfers, included meals and quote easy to review before you commit.
Ready when you are
Let's make this route yours.
Tell us the dates you have in mind, who is travelling and what you want to experience. We will shape the details from there.