5-Day Tarangire, Ngorongoro & Manyara Trip

Transfer Airport – Arusha town: 1 hour

After arrival our transfer guide will meet and welcome you, then pick you up at either Kilimanjaro International Airport or Arusha Airport and transfer you to your hotel in Arusha for relaxation and overnight. Before reaching the hotel if time allows feel free to explore Arusha city with our guide for free.

Transfer and Relaxation

Arusha town

Nestled at the foot of Mount Meru, Arusha is known as the safari capital of northern Tanzania. The city serves as a perfect base for exploring the stunning surrounding landscapes, including the majestic Mount Kilimanjaro and the renowned Manyara, Tarangire, Ngorongoro and Serengeti National Parks.

Overnight: Gold Crest Hotel Arusha – 4 stars hotel  ·  Meals: Half Board - Dinner, Bed and Breakfast

Transfer Arusha – Tarangire: 2 hours

We begin this day with an early pick-up from your hotel in Arusha and start a scenic drive toward Tarangire National Park while carrying packed lunch boxes, we’ll dive straight into the adventure with exciting game drives through stunning landscapes filled with wildlife and iconic baobab trees. Later in the afternoon, we transfer to Karatu for a delicious dinner and overnight stay.

Game drives

Tarangire National Park

Tarangire National Park is a place of pure African romance, where sweeping golden plains meet the gentle curves of the Tarangire River and herds of elephants wander gracefully among towering baobab trees. Here, every moment feels alive lions may be seen stalking their prey, leopards lounging elegantly in the trees, and graceful giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, and impalas painting the landscape with motion and life. As the sun sets, the air fills with a warm glow, leading you to your cozy lodge for a delicious dinner, peaceful relaxation, and the soothing whispers of the African night.

Overnight: Olea Farm Lodge – Mid range  ·  Meals: Full Board - Dinner, Bed, Breakfast and Lunch

Transfer Karatu– Ngorongoro: 40 Minutes.

After a hearty breakfast, descend into the breathtaking Ngorongoro Crater for an unforgettable day of game drives. Explore its lush plains, crater floor, and diverse habitats, where a stunning variety of wildlife awaits. After your adventure inside the crater, we drive back to your accommodation in Karatu for relaxation, dinner and overnight stay.

Game drives

Ngorongoro Crater

Ngorongoro Crater is a true jewel of Northern Tanzania, famed for its dramatic landscapes and extraordinary wildlife. Encircled by towering highlands, this UNESCO World Heritage site is the world’s largest intact volcanic caldera, a natural amphitheatre teeming with life. Lions, elephants, zebras, wildebeests, and rhinos roam its fertile plains, while flamingos may grace the crater’s soda lakes. With its stunning scenery and rich biodiversity, Ngorongoro offers a magical finale to any safari adventure.

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Overnight: Olea Farm Lodge – Mid range  ·  Meals: Full Board - Dinner, Bed, Breakfast and Lunch

Transfer Karatu – Lake Manyara: 35 minutes

After breakfast, depart for a short and scenic drive to Lake Manyara National Park with packed lunch boxes for your day’s adventure. Enjoy an exciting game drive through the park’s rich habitats, from dense forests to open grasslands, and along the shimmering lake shores. Later in the afternoon, we will transfer you to Arusha for dinner and overnight.

Game drives

Lake Manyara National Park

The Lake Manyara is a paradise of contrasts and natural charm where emerald forests meet glistening waters and wildlife thrives in abundance. The park is renowned for its tree-climbing lions resting elegantly on acacia branches and its playful colonies of baboons that greet you at nearly every turn. Along the lake’s edge, flocks of flamingos paint the horizon pink, while elephants, giraffes, hippos, and zebras roam freely beneath the lush canopy. It’s a serene and magical setting, the perfect finale to your unforgettable safari adventure.

Overnight: Gold Crest Hotel Arusha - 4 stars hotel

Gold Crest Hotel Arusha is conveniently located near the heart of Arusha, Tanzania, offering easy access to notable sites like Ngorongoro Crater and Mount Meru. The hotel features spacious, air-conditioned rooms with amenities such as mini-bars, tea and coffee-making facilities, and flat-screen TVs. Guests can enjoy dining at the on-site restaurant, which serves a variety of halal dishes. Additional features include a swimming pool, gymnasium, and complimentary Wi-Fi. The hotel also provides ample parking, an executive airport shuttle, and travel and tour arrangements.

Meals: Half Board - Dinner, Bed and Breakfast

Transfer Arusha – Kilimanjaro Airport: 1 hour

After breakfast relax at the lodge and if time allows take a short tour in Arusha city for shopping, you will have a good time to explore the local markets, souvenirs shops, cultural sites within the cities and if possible, take lunch within the local restaurants to taste different local food.

Transfer to Airport – For your international flight

After your nice exploration the charming city, here depends on your international flight departure time we will transfer you directly to Arusha or Kilimanjaro Airport for your onward flight and drop off is normally done 3 hours before flight departure which allows you to have flexible time for check in. This marks the end of our safari service and is where we thank you for choosing us and wish you a pleasant flight back home and hope to welcome you or your friends again in the near future.

Breakfast

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1. Booking & Payment: A booking is confirmed after My Trip Adventures receives a 30% deposit and written confirmation is issued. The balance must be paid six weeks (61 days) before the tour start date. Bookings made within six weeks must be paid in full or for agreement from both parties. Payments can be made via bank transfer or card in USD, TZS or if any payments should be made with agreements with company.

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All cancellations must be made in writing. Charges apply as follows:

61+ days before departure – loss of deposit

60–45 days – 25% of total cost

44–29 days – 60% of total cost

28–7 days – 90% of total cost

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