5 Days Lake Manyara, Ngorongoro Crater & Tarangire Safari
Experience the beauty and diversity of Northern Tanzania on this exciting 5 Days Lake Manyara, Ngorongoro Crater & Tarangire Safari. This carefully crafted safari takes you through three of Tanzania’s most spectacular wildlife destinations, each offering unique landscapes and unforgettable wildlife encounters.
Safari Overview
Experience the beauty and diversity of Northern Tanzania on this exciting 5 Days Lake Manyara, Ngorongoro Crater & Tarangire Safari. This carefully crafted safari takes you through three of Tanzania’s most spectacular wildlife destinations, each offering unique landscapes and unforgettable wildlife encounters.
Discover the lush groundwater forests of Lake Manyara National Park, descend into the world-famous Ngorongoro Crater, and explore the wildlife-rich plains of Tarangire National Park, renowned for its giant baobab trees and large elephant herds. This safari offers exceptional opportunities to spot the Big Five, witness breathtaking scenery, and enjoy authentic African wildlife experiences.
Safari Highlights
- Explore the scenic Lake Manyara National Park, famous for its tree-climbing lions.
- Descend into the spectacular Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
- Discover Tarangire National Park, home to large elephant herds and ancient baobab trees.
- Excellent opportunities to spot the Big Five.
- Enjoy game drives in diverse ecosystems and landscapes.
- Observe lions, elephants, giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, buffaloes, hippos, and numerous bird species.
- Stunning views of the Great Rift Valley Escarpment.
- Ideal safari for wildlife enthusiasts, photographers, and nature lovers.
Detailed Itinerary
Day 1: Arusha – Lake Manyara National Park
After breakfast, depart from Arusha and drive to Lake Manyara National Park, a picturesque park nestled at the base of the Great Rift Valley Escarpment.
Enjoy an afternoon game drive through the park’s diverse habitats, including groundwater forests, open grasslands, and the alkaline lake. Keep an eye out for elephants, giraffes, zebras, baboons, hippos, and the famous tree-climbing lions.
Meals:
- Lunch
- Dinner
Overnight:
- Lodge or Tented Camp near Lake Manyara
Day 2: Full-Day Lake Manyara National Park
After breakfast, spend a full day exploring Lake Manyara National Park. The park is renowned for its rich birdlife, including flamingos, pelicans, storks, and numerous water birds.
Enjoy extensive game viewing while searching for wildlife across the park’s varied landscapes. Picnic lunch will be served within the park before continuing with afternoon game drives.
Meals:
- Breakfast
- Picnic Lunch
- Dinner
Overnight:
- Lodge or Tented Camp near Lake Manyara
Day 3: Lake Manyara – Ngorongoro Conservation Area
After breakfast, depart for the spectacular Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Arrive at the crater rim and enjoy breathtaking views of the world’s largest intact volcanic caldera.
Spend the afternoon at leisure, relaxing at your lodge while enjoying panoramic views of the surrounding highlands and crater below.
Meals:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
Overnight:
- Lodge or Camp at Ngorongoro
Day 4: Ngorongoro Crater Game Drive – Tarangire National Park
After an early breakfast, descend approximately 600 meters into the magnificent Ngorongoro Crater for a game drive.
The crater floor hosts one of Africa’s highest concentrations of wildlife, including lions, buffaloes, elephants, zebras, wildebeests, hippos, hyenas, and the endangered black rhino.
After a picnic lunch, ascend from the crater and continue to Tarangire National Park for dinner and overnight.
Meals:
- Breakfast
- Picnic Lunch
- Dinner
Overnight:
- Lodge or Tented Camp in Tarangire
Day 5: Tarangire National Park – Arusha
Enjoy an early morning game drive in Tarangire National Park, famous for its impressive elephant population and iconic baobab trees.
The park is also home to lions, leopards, giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, impalas, and over 500 bird species. After a rewarding game drive and lunch, depart for Arusha, arriving in the late afternoon.
Meals:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Airport transfers (where applicable)
- Transportation in a 4×4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof
- Professional English-speaking safari guide
- Lake Manyara National Park entry fees
- Ngorongoro Conservation Area fees
- Ngorongoro Crater service fees
- Tarangire National Park entry fees
- Accommodation as specified in the itinerary
- Meals as indicated in the itinerary
- Bottled drinking water during safari
- All scheduled game drives
- Government taxes and levies
- International and domestic flights
- Tanzania visa fees
- Travel insurance
- Alcoholic and soft drinks
- Personal expenses
- Optional activities
- Tips and gratuities
- Laundry services
- Items of personal nature
- Any services not specifically mentioned
Why Choose Simian Safaris?
- Professional and experienced safari guides
- Customized and private safari options
- Comfortable and well-maintained safari vehicles
- Competitive rates with excellent service
- Reliable airport and hotel transfers
- Memorable wildlife experiences tailored to your interests