Mid-Range Safari

3-Day Private Mid-Range Lake Manyara & Ngorongoro Safari

3 Days / 2 Nights 1 Destination

Tour Overview

This 3-day mid-range safari offers a well-balanced introduction to Tanzania’s Northern Circuit, focusing on Lake Manyara National Park and the world-renowned Ngorongoro Crater. It is designed for travelers seeking comfortable accommodation, knowledgeable guiding, and rich wildlife experiences within a short timeframe. The program combines diverse landscapes, excellent game viewing, and smooth logistics from start to finish.

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Day-by-Day Summary

Arrival:Airport transfer included

Start Destination: Arusha / Nairobi

Days	Main Destination	Accommodation	Meal Plan
Day 1-3	Featured National Park	Standard/Luxury Lodge	Full Board

Tour Quick Facts

Tour Class

Luxury Tour: Hand-picked lodges and camps.

Group Type

Shared/Private: Max 6 people per vehicle.

Start Day

Daily: Flexible departures upon reservation.

Minimum Age

Min 8 Years: Families warmly welcomed.

Day by Day Experience

DAY 1

Arusha to Lake Manyara National Park

After an early breakfast, you depart from Arusha and drive to Lake Manyara National Park. A full game drive introduces you to the park’s remarkable variety of ecosystems, from groundwater forests to open grasslands and the alkaline lake itself. Wildlife sightings commonly include elephants, giraffes, buffaloes, hippos, baboons, and a wide range of birdlife, with a chance to spot the famous tree-climbing lions. After a picnic lunch and an afternoon of wildlife viewing, you continue to Karatu or the Lake Manyara area for dinner and an overnight stay at a comfortable mid-range lodge/tented camp.

DAY 2

Ngorongoro Crater Full-Day Safari

Following an early breakfast, you travel to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area and descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for a full-day game drive. The crater floor supports an exceptional concentration of wildlife, offering strong chances to see lions, elephants, buffaloes, zebras, wildebeest, hippos, and, with luck, the endangered black rhino. A picnic lunch is served inside the crater, allowing uninterrupted exploration of this unique natural sanctuary. In the late afternoon, you ascend to the crater rim and return to your lodge/ Hotel in Arusha for dinner and overnight.

DAY 3

Departure

After breakfast at your hotel in Arusha, you will be transferred according to your onward travel arrangements. Depending on your schedule, this may include a transfer to Kilimanjaro International Airport or Arusha Airport, or drop-off at your next destination. This marks the end of your safari, concluding a rewarding journey through Tanzania’s remarkable wildlife and landscapes.

Optional Activities (at Extra Cost)

After breakfast at your hotel in Arusha, optional activities can be arranged at an additional cost, depending on your interests and departure schedule. These may include a guided Arusha City Tour, offering insight into local markets, cultural sites, and daily life, or a relaxing Lake Duluti Day trip, ideal for nature walks and canoeing in a peaceful setting. Thereafter, you will be transferred to Arusha Airport or Kilimanjaro International Airport for your onward journey, marking the end of your safari services.

Tour Rates & Pricing

Below are our group rates per person based on the number of guests traveling together. Discounts apply for larger parties sharing transport and guide costs.

Solo	2 People	3 People	4 People	5 People	6 People	7+ People
$2,026	$1,485	$1,331	$1,222	$1,086	$978	-

Per Person Pricing: All rates listed are in USD per person sharing double/twin accommodation.

Solo Travel: Solo travelers can join; requires a minimum of 1 people to operate.

Age Requirements: Children under 6 travel free; discounted entrance applies for older children.

What's Included & Excluded

Included

Park fees(For non-residents)
All activities(Unless labeled as optional)
All accommodation(Unless listed as upgrade)
A professional driver/guide
All transportation(Unless labeled as optional)
All Taxes/VAT
Roundtrip airport transfer
Meals(As specified in the day-by-day section)
Drinking water(On all days)

Excluded

International flights(From/to home)
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
Tips(Tipping guideline US$10.00 pp per day)
Personal items(Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
Any activities not mentioned in the itinerary

Price From

$ 2,026

per person

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