Combined Parks 3 Days / 2 Nights easy

3-Day Tarangire & Lake Manyara Safari | Elephants & Tree-Climbing Lions

Experience two of Tanzania's most unique parks on a 3-day safari. Tarangire's massive elephant herds and ancient baobab trees, plus Lake Manyara's famous tree-climbing lions and flamingos. Affordable short safari with expert guides.

3 Days

Max 12 People

5.00 Rating

Arusha, Tanzania

Starting from

$500

per person

Budget: $500

Standard: $650

Luxury: $1,600

Overview

3-Day Tarangire & Lake Manyara Safari

Discover two of Tanzania's most unique and spectacular parks on this 3-day safari. From the massive elephant herds and ancient baobab trees of Tarangire to the famous tree-climbing lions and flamingo-filled shores of Lake Manyara - this safari offers incredible diversity in a short timeframe.

Why Choose This Safari?

✓Two Unique Parks: Tarangire and Lake Manyara in one trip
✓Elephant Paradise: Tarangire has the largest elephant herds in northern Tanzania
✓Tree-Climbing Lions: Lake Manyara is famous for lions in trees
✓Baobab Trees: Ancient trees over 1,000 years old in Tarangire
✓Flamingos: Thousands of pink flamingos at Lake Manyara
✓Affordable: Best value 3-day safari from Arusha
✓Short Duration: Perfect for travelers with limited time
✓Expert Guides: Professional guides with deep knowledge of wildlife
✓Great Rift Valley: Stunning scenery throughout the safari

The Perfect Short Safari

This 3-day safari is perfect for travelers who want to experience the best of northern Tanzania without committing to a longer itinerary. Both parks are easily accessible from Arusha and offer incredible wildlife viewing opportunities.

Tarangire is known for its massive elephant herds - some of the largest in Africa. The park is also home to ancient baobab trees, lions, leopards, and over 500 bird species. Lake Manyara is famous for its tree-climbing lions - one of only two places in Africa where lions regularly climb trees.

3 Days

Duration

Max 12

Group Size

Arusha, Tanzania

Start Point

easy

Difficulty

Day by Day

3 days of unforgettable adventure

Day 1 of 3

Arusha to Tarangire - Elephant Kingdom

Your safari begins with a morning pickup from your Arusha hotel at 8:00 AM. Drive south to Tarangire National Park, approximately 2 hours through the beautiful Tanzanian countryside. Tarangire is famous for its massive elephant herds - some of the largest in Africa. The park is home to over 3,000 elephants, and huge herds gather along the Tarangire River during the dry season. Watch families of elephants bathing, playing, and interacting in their natural habitat. The landscape is stunning - ancient baobab trees dot the savanna, some over 1,000 years old. These magnificent trees provide shelter for leopards and nesting sites for birds. The park is also home to lions, cheetahs, giraffes, zebras, and over 500 bird species. Afternoon game drive along the Tarangire River. Arrive at your campsite as the sun sets. Dinner under the African stars with the sounds of the bush.

Meals Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation Budget Campsite near Tarangire

Day 2 of 3

Tarangire to Lake Manyara - Tree-Climbing Lions

Morning game drive in Tarangire as you exit the park. Search for any wildlife you may have missed yesterday. The early morning light is perfect for photography. Drive to Lake Manyara National Park, approximately 1.5 hours through the Great Rift Valley. The scenery is spectacular as you descend the escarpment with panoramic views of the valley below. Lake Manyara is a compact park with incredible diversity. The park is famous for its tree-climbing lions - one of only two places in Africa where lions regularly climb trees. Look for these magnificent cats resting in the branches of acacia trees. The park is also home to large elephant herds, hippos, and the alkaline Lake Manyara which attracts thousands of flamingos. The lush groundwater forest is home to baboons, blue monkeys, and incredible birdlife. Afternoon game drive through the park. Arrive at your campsite near the park.

Meals Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation Budget Campsite near Lake Manyara

Day 3 of 3

Lake Manyara to Arusha - Farewell Safari

Early morning game drive in Lake Manyara for any wildlife you may have missed. This is often the best time to spot the tree-climbing lions as they descend from their nighttime perches. The early morning light creates magical conditions for photography. Look for: - Tree-climbing lions descending from acacia trees - Flamingos feeding along the lake shores - Elephants in the groundwater forest - Baboons and blue monkeys playing in the trees After breakfast, begin your drive back to Arusha. Stop at viewpoints along the Great Rift Valley escarpment for final photos. The views of the valley below are breathtaking. Arrive in Arusha in the late afternoon. Farewell lunch at a local restaurant. Transfer to your hotel or the airport.

Meals Breakfast, Lunch

Accommodation N/A - Return to Arusha

What's Included

Included

Tarangire National Park entry fees

Lake Manyara National Park entry fees

Professional English-speaking safari guide

4x4 safari Land Cruiser with pop-up roof

All meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner)

Camping equipment and sleeping bags

Cook and camp assistant

Drinking water throughout safari

Hotel pickup and dropoff in Arusha

Not Included

International flights

Tanzania visa fees

Travel insurance

Tips for guide and camp staff

Personal expenses and souvenirs

Alcoholic beverages

Guest Reviews

"Perfect short safari. Tarangire and Manyara both exceeded our expectations. Great value for money."

James Wilson

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$500

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