3-Day Budget & Mid-Range Safari: Tarangire, Ngorongoro & Manyara
Why this Package
Experience the diverse ecosystems of Tarangire, the stunning Ngorongoro Crater, and the vibrant landscapes of Lake Manyara on this 3-day safari tour. This journey combines the best of budget and mid-range accommodations, ensuring a comfortable yet authentic experience.
Your adventure begins at Foresight Eco Lodge & Safari in Karatu, a budget-friendly base that emphasizes sustainability and community. Enjoy hearty home-cooked meals featuring local Tanzanian dishes, with early breakfasts and lunch boxes prepared for your safari outings. The lodge offers simple, clean rooms with en-suite bathrooms, cozy beds, and scenic views, creating a peaceful retreat after a day of exploration.
On your second day, you’ll transition to Lake Manyara Tortilis Camp, a mid-range tented property that provides an immersive safari experience. Located just minutes from the park entrance, you can easily embark on game drives to witness the park's famous flamingos and tree-climbing lions. Meals are served in a communal setting, enhancing the camp's intimate atmosphere, while spacious safari tents offer en-suite bathrooms and private verandas overlooking the Rift Valley.
With one night in each park, you’ll have the opportunity to explore the unique wildlife and landscapes without the hassle of constant packing and moving. This itinerary is perfect for first-time visitors looking to experience the highlights of Tanzania's national parks while enjoying dependable comfort and authentic local culture.
For those eager to see the huge elephants herds in Tarangire and the stunning views from the Ngorongoro Crater, this safari offers a well-rounded experience that balances adventure and relaxation.
Mix of budget and mid-range Tanzania Safari
Book with the Right Tour Operator
Each safari company has its own strengths — some specialize in luxury safaris, some in mid-range, and some in budget trips. Their expertise depends on years of experience in specific price categories, the quality of their guides and vehicles, and the lodge partnerships they’ve built over time. None of this is visible on websites or forums, which is why NMT connects you directly with the operators best suited to your safari tier.
- Accurate matching based on your budget and travel needs
- Get and COMPARE direct quotes from 3–4 matched local operators
- Book DIRECTLY with trusted Tanzanian specialists — no markups or middlemen
+ more verified Mix of budget and mid-range operatorsInclusions
- 🛏️ Accommodation during safari
- 🍽️ All meals: Full board on all days. Only breakfast on days with just hotel.
- 🎟️ All park entrance fees and government taxes
- 💧 Drinking water, tea & coffee during the safari
- 🧑✈️ Driver Guide: Friendly, English-speaking (or another language) expert with deep wildlife knowledge
- 🚙 Private 4x4 Land Cruiser with pop-up roof
👉 Exact inclusions may vary. Final details will be provided by the tour operator when you request a quote.
Exclusions
The following costs are not included in above prices:
- ❌ International flight costs
- ❌ Internal Tanzania flight costs
- ❌ VISA fees
- ❌ Tips to guides and hotel staff
- ❌ Laundry, unless specified otherwise by hotels being used (ask the tour operator providing the quote)
- ❌ Alcoholic drinks unless specified otherwise
Per-person pricing
💡 Prices indicate how much each traveler would pay for a private tour, depending on total group size. Group tours aren’t available for this exact set of lodges.
| Persons | Price |
|---|---|
| 1 | $1798 |
| 2 | $1051 |
| 3 | $842 |
| 4 | $774 |
| 5 | $704 |
| 6 | $657 |
| 7 | $752 |
| 8 | $711 |
| 9 | $679 |
| 10 | $668 |
| 11 | $646 |
| 12 | $628 |
Accommodations in this Tour
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Karatu
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Lake Manyara