3-Day Mid-Range Safari: Tarangire, Ngorongoro & Manyara with Ngorongoro Forest Lodge
Why this Package
If time is limited, this 3-Day safari tour across Tarangire, Ngorongoro, and Lake Manyara reads like a greatest-hits track of Tanzania's stunning wildlife and landscapes. Start your adventure in Tarangire National Park, renowned for its huge elephant herds and iconic baobab trees. Here, you’ll have the chance to witness these magnificent creatures in their natural habitat, creating unforgettable memories.
Your journey continues to the Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage site, where you can explore its rich biodiversity. Staying at the Ngorongoro Forest Tented Lodge, you’ll enjoy a cozy atmosphere with permanent tents that feature en-suite bathrooms and private verandas. The lodge’s full-board meals are hearty and served in a communal setting, allowing for a warm, family-friendly dining experience.
On your final day, visit Lake Manyara National Park, famous for its tree-climbing lions and vibrant flamingos. The Tanzanice Farm Lodge offers a homely feel with simple, rustic rooms that overlook coffee fields, providing a tranquil retreat after your daily adventures. Meals are crafted from fresh ingredients sourced from the farm, enhancing your connection to the local culture.
With this itinerary, you’ll not only witness the breathtaking wildlife but also enjoy the convenience of well-located accommodations, ensuring you maximize your time in the parks. Whether you're a first-time visitor or looking to combine this safari with a trek up Kilimanjaro or a beach getaway in Zanzibar, this tour is designed for those who seek adventure and comfort.
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 | $1727 |
| 2 | $1011 |
| 3 | $806 |
| 4 | $734 |
| 5 | $666 |
| 6 | $621 |
| 7 | $714 |
| 8 | $675 |
| 9 | $644 |
| 10 | $631 |
| 11 | $610 |
| 12 | $592 |
Accommodations in this Tour
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Ngorongoro Crater
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Karatu