Tarangire, Manyara & Ngorongoro Discovery
In just four days, this safari reveals the treasures of northern Tanzania. From Arusha, we first explore Tarangire – vast, diverse, and famed for its great elephant herds. Next comes Lake Manyara, with its varied landscapes and dazzling birdlife, before continuing to the legendary Ngorongoro Conservation Area and its incomparable crater. Each destination overflows with wildlife, set against backdrops that are as breathtaking as the animals themselves.
What’s included
✓ Safari Vehicle – Toyota Landcruiser –Pop-up roof, opening sliding windows ,refrigerator for cooling drinks, charging outlets for charging Cameras and smartphones
✓ Professional English-Speaking Driver guide
✓ Soft drinks and Water during game drives
✓ Arrival and Departure Transfers as per itinerary
✓ Accommodations as per itinerary
✓ Meals as per Itinerary
✓ Park Entrance Fees
✓ Government Taxes
What’s not included
- Post Night Accommodation
- Domestic & International flights
- Visa Medical Insurance
- Travel Insurance
- Laundry Service
- Drinks at the lodges/camps
- Tips & Gratuities
- Extra activities
Accomodations:
- Arusha Planet Lodge
- Manyara’s Secret
- An’gata Ngorongoro Tented Camp
Details
Tarangire, Manyara & Ngorongoro Discovery
Arriving at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO), You’ll be greeted with a warm smile by your expert Tanzania guide from Usari Safaris & Tours. After a seamless meet and greet, relax in your comfortable private vehicle as you’re transferred to Arusha, the gateway to Tanzania’s Iconic Northern Safari Circuit.
Nicknamed the Elephant Playground, Tarangire National Park is home to immense herds of these giants, alongside buffalo, lions, wildebeest, zebras, and gazelles. Each game drive brings surprises, perhaps a lone lion resting in the shade, a trio of cheetahs basking in the sun, or giraffes delicately feeding on acacia leaves. Keep an eye out for rarities too, like kudu and oryx.
Beyond the big game, the smaller creatures captivate as well. Spot a male agama lizard shifting colours with the heat, or the humble hyrax astonishingly a distant relative of the elephant. Birdlife is equally dazzling - lilac breasted rollers, blue eared starlings, ostriches, and the comical secretary bird striding across the grasslands.
Your game drive in Lake Manyara unfolds against the dramatic Rift Valley escarpment and the shimmering lake itself, an unforgettable natural backdrop.
Lake Manyara National Park is rich in vegetation and wildlife. Tranquillity reigns as flocks of pink flamingos wade gracefully, feeding on algae in the shallow alkaline waters. Though compact, the park’s terrain is varied, with lush forests nourished by escarpment springs. Monkeys thrive here, but lions, giraffes, warthogs, and Cape buffalo also call Manyara home. At the hippo pool, prepare for both impressive sightings and a rather pungent aroma! Birdlife dazzles throughout, while the diverse
landscapes from forest to grassland make every turn rewarding. After our game drive, we continue onward to Ngorongoro.
After breakfast, we descend to Ngorongoro Crater. On one side lies the Lerai Forest, lush and almost tropical prime elephant territory. Nearby swamplands serve as the so-called elephant graveyard, where aging tuskers come to graze on soft grasses once their teeth fail.
The crater teems with life, lions with defined territories, wildebeest, zebra, hyenas, and rare black rhino. Resident herds thrive year-round thanks to abundant water, joined seasonally by migrators. Buffalo, Thomson’s gazelle, eland, and hippos are plentiful, while birdlife dazzles with flamingos on Lake Magadi and colourful highland species around the waters.
Unlike anywhere else on Earth, the magnificent Ngorongoro Crater is a sanctuary for an astonishing variety of Tanzania’s wildlife. With a bit of luck, you may even spot the elusive black rhino.
After our morning exploration of the incomparable crater and a relaxed lunch, we begin the journey back to Kilimanjaro International Airport for your departure flight. The drive takes around five hours, offering time to reflect on the unforgettable experiences of your safari.
