3-Day Premium Luxury Safari: Tarangire & Ngorongoro with Crater's Edge
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 landscapes and wildlife. Begin your adventure at Crater’s Edge, a luxury lodge perched on the rim of the Ngorongoro Crater, where breathtaking views and exclusive access to the crater floor await. Enjoy gourmet meals that blend international fine dining with local Swahili flavors, all while soaking in the spectacular sunrise views over the crater.
Your spacious suite features panoramic decks and luxurious amenities, including a fireplace and large en-suite bathroom, ensuring a comfortable retreat after exhilarating game drives. With private butler service, every detail is catered to, enhancing your experience in this remarkable setting.
Next, venture to Lake Manyara Kilimamoja Lodge, where expansive views and modern comforts await. The lodge's large suites come with deep soaking tubs and expansive decks, perfect for unwinding after a day of exploration. Enjoy buffet breakfasts and plated dinners, with the option for picnic lunches as you set out to witness the park's famous flamingos and tree-climbing lions.
Traveling between these iconic parks allows for seamless transitions and maximizes your wildlife viewing opportunities. The proximity of both lodges to the parks ensures you can enjoy early morning game drives, enhancing your chances of spotting the Big Five. This itinerary is ideal for first-time visitors eager to experience the best of Tanzania's wildlife and landscapes.
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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
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- 🛏️ 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 | $4145 |
| 2 | $2357 |
| 3 | $2013 |
| 4 | $2068 |
| 5 | $1920 |
| 6 | $1821 |
| 7 | $1992 |
| 8 | $1909 |
| 9 | $1844 |
| 10 | $1883 |
| 11 | $1832 |
| 12 | $1790 |
Accommodations in this Tour
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Ngorongoro Crater Rim
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Karatu