Combined Parks
5 Days / 4 Nights
easy
5-Day Tarangire, Lake Manyara & Ngorongoro Safari | Big Three Parks
Explore three of Tanzania's most spectacular parks on a 5-day safari. Tarangire's elephant herds, Lake Manyara's tree-climbing lions, and Ngorongoro's Big Five. Affordable northern circuit safari with expert guides and comfortable camping.
5 Days
Max 12 People
5.00 Rating
Arusha, Tanzania
Starting from
$1,200
per person
Budget: $1,200
Standard: $1,500
Luxury: $3,200
Overview
5-Day Tarangire, Lake Manyara & Ngorongoro Safari
Discover three of Tanzania's most iconic parks on this 5-day northern circuit safari. From the massive elephant herds of Tarangire to the tree-climbing lions of Lake Manyara, and the world-famous Ngorongoro Crater with its densest concentration of wildlife in Africa - this safari delivers an incredible diversity of experiences.
Why Choose This Safari?
- ✓Three Iconic Parks: Tarangire, Lake Manyara, and Ngorongoro Crater
- ✓Diverse Wildlife: Elephants, tree-climbing lions, Big Five, and flamingos
- ✓Tarangire Elephants: Largest elephant herds in northern Tanzania
- ✓Lake Manyara Lions: Famous tree-climbing lions
- ✓Ngorongoro Crater: UNESCO World Heritage Site with 25,000+ animals
- ✓Affordable: Best value 5-day northern circuit safari
- ✓Expert Guides: Professional guides with deep knowledge of wildlife
- ✓Comfortable Camping: Quality camping equipment and delicious meals
- ✓Scenic Landscapes: Great Rift Valley, baobab forests, volcanic crater
The Perfect Three-Park Combination
This 5-day safari combines three very different but equally spectacular parks. Tarangire offers wide-open landscapes with massive elephant herds and iconic baobab trees. Lake Manyara offers intimate encounters with tree-climbing lions and flamingo-filled shores. Ngorongoro Crater offers the densest concentration of wildlife in Africa within a volcanic caldera.
Together, they provide a comprehensive northern Tanzania safari experience in 5 days - perfect for travelers who want to see the best of what the region has to offer without rushing.
5 Days
Duration
Max 12
Group Size
Arusha, Tanzania
Start Point
easy
Difficulty
Day by Day
5 days of unforgettable adventure
D1
Day 1 of 5
Arusha to Tarangire - Elephant Kingdom
Your safari begins with a morning pickup from your Arusha hotel. 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.
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.
Afternoon game drive along the Tarangire River. Spot lions, giraffes, zebras, and over 500 bird species. Arrive at your campsite as the sun sets. Dinner under the African stars.
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation
Budget Campsite near Tarangire
D2
Day 2 of 5
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.
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
D3
Day 3 of 5
Lake Manyara to Ngorongoro - Crater Views
Morning game drive in Lake Manyara for any wildlife you may have missed. The early morning light is perfect for photography.
Drive to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, approximately 1 hour drive. As you ascend the crater rim, the landscape changes dramatically.
Stop at the main viewpoint for your first breathtaking look into the world's largest intact volcanic caldera - the Ngorongoro Crater. The view is spectacular - the crater floor stretches 20 kilometers across.
Set up camp on the crater rim with stunning views. Enjoy dinner overlooking the crater as the sun sets. The stars above Ngorongoro are spectacular.
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation
Budget Campsite on Ngorongoro Crater Rim
D4
Day 4 of 5
Ngorongoro Crater - Big Five Safari
Wake up early for the highlight of your safari - a full day game drive in the Ngorongoro Crater.
Descend 600 meters into the crater floor. The Ngorongoro Crater is home to approximately 25,000 large animals, making it one of the most densely populated wildlife areas on Earth.
Wildlife to spot:
- The Big Five: Lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo, and black rhino
- Lion prides: One of the highest densities of lions in Africa
- Black rhinos: One of the best places in Tanzania to see these rare animals
- Flamingos: Thousands gather at the alkaline Magadi Lake
- Hippos: Watch them wallow in the crater swamps
- Hyenas, jackals, and other predators
- Zebras, wildebeest, and gazelles
Enjoy a picnic lunch at the famous Hippo Pool. Continue your game drive across the crater floor.
Ascend the crater wall as the sun sets. Return to your campsite for dinner with crater views.
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation
Budget Campsite on Ngorongoro Crater Rim
D5
Day 5 of 5
Ngorongoro to Arusha - Farewell Safari
Optional early morning game drive in the crater (additional cost). The early morning light is spectacular, and predators are more active in the cool morning hours.
Return to camp for breakfast with crater views. Pack up and begin your journey back to Arusha.
Drive through the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, stopping at viewpoints along the crater rim for final photos.
Optional stop at Olduvai Gorge - the Cradle of Mankind where early human fossils were discovered (additional entry fee).
Continue through the Great Rift Valley with stunning views. 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
Ngorongoro Conservation Area entry fees
Ngorongoro Crater service fee
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
Olduvai Gorge museum entry ($35)
Guest Reviews
"Three parks in five days — each one completely different. Tarangire elephants, Manyara flamingos, and the Ngorongoro Crater were all spectacular."
D
David Thompson
Canada
"The variety on this safari was incredible. We saw everything from elephants to flamingos to rhinos. The guide was fantastic."
L
Lisa Chen
China
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