3-DAY TO TARANGIRE AND LAKE MANYARA NATIONAL PARKS

  • Tarangire National Park
  • Lake Manyara National Park

Overview

A short but powerful Tanzania safari combining giant elephant herds, ancient baobabs, tree-climbing lions, and diverse birdlife. Perfect for travelers with limited time who still want an authentic Northern Circuit experience.

This itinerary is ideal as a standalone safari or as an add-on before/after a Serengeti or Zanzibar trip (great upsell opportunity for your safari brands 😉).

MAPPING AFRICA SAFARIS are the leading experts in safaris and tours across Tanzania. With our dedicated office in Tanzania, extensive experience, and a team of multi-lingual staff on the ground, we guarantee a seamless and unforgettable adventure tailored just for you.

ITINERARY

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DAY 1: ARRIVAL-ARUSHA

Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, you will be met and transferred Arusha is a city in East Africa’s Tanzania, located at the base of volcanic Mt. Meru. It’s a gateway to safari destinations and to Africa’s highest peak, 5,895m Mt. Kilimanjaro, lying some 100 kilometers northeast. To the west lies Serengeti National Park, home to wildlife including lions, rhinoceros, giraffes and leopards. The annual migrations feature huge herds of wildebeests crossing its plains.

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Our Recommendations Stay at:

  • TULIA LODGE 
  • AFRICAN TULIP LODGE
  • RIVER TREES LODGE
  • KIBO PALACE HOTEL
  • GRAND MELIA LODGE
  • MOUNTAIN VILLAGE LODGE
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DAY 1: START OF WILDLIFE SAFARI- TARANGIRE NATIONAL PARK

After breakfast, your safari guide will drive you to Tarangire National Park. Tarangire is best known for its elephant families, savannah, iconic baobab trees, seasonal swamps, and the life-giving Tarangire River. Animals gather at the river to drink and cool off from the hot African sun. You will see giraffes, bushbuck, and hartebeest. The Park is also home to buffalo, zebra, and wildebeest. These animals are closely followed by a range of predators such as lions and leopards. From the open roof of the vehicle, you will be able to take in the landscape and watch the variety of wildlife. You will enjoy a picnic lunch in the park, which includes coffee and soft drinks. After a full day in the park, you will be driven to Eileen’s Trees Inn where you will check in, enjoy dinner and enjoy your overnight stay.

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Our Recommendations Stay at:

  • SANGAIWE LODGE
  • BURUNGE TENTED LODGE
  • MARAMBOI TENTED LODGE 
  • MARERA VALLEY LODGE
  • ACACIA LODGE
  •  FARM HOUSE LODGE
  • AMARULA SAFARI VIEW
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DAY 2: LAKE MANYARA NATIONAL PARK

Today after breakfast, you will be picked up by your safari guide and drive to Lake Manyara National Park. Lake Manyara is a beautiful little park which is famous for its tree-climbing lions, elephants and large troops of baboons. The park is home to an amazing variety of birds and animals considering its small size. A short visit to this serene park will greatly diversify your safari experience as the lush green jungle habitat is of stark contrast to the other parks you will visit during your safari.

SOME UNIQUE FACTS ABOUT THIS PARK INCLUDE THE TREE CLIMBING LIONS, FLAMINGOS IN THE LAKE SHORE, AS WELL AS THE GROUND HORNBILL AND THE CRESTED EAGLE

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Our Recommendations Stay at:

  • MANYARA SERENA LODGE
  • ESCARPMENT LUXURY LODGE
  • BURUNGE TENTED LODGE
  • MARAMBOI TENTED LODGE
  • SANGAIWE TENTED LODGE
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DAY 3: TARANGIRE-DEPARTURE

Today you will be picked up by your safari guide and driven to Tarangire National Park. Tarangire National Park is almost 3000 sq. km in size and is probably best known for its huge numbers of elephants and baobab trees. The name of the park comes from the Tarangire River which crosses through the park. Tarangire is especially spectacular during the dry season (June – November) as wildlife concentrations rival that of the Serengeti (since enormous populations of elephants and other animals are drawn to the Tarangire River as their only source of water). With its varied habitats and permanent water in the Tarangire River the park is home to over 2000 elephants and 500 bird species. Later on the day you will drive back to Arusha and proceed to Kilimanjaro International airport for your flight back home

INCLUSIONS

THIS TOUR INCLUDES

  • Park fees (For non-residents)
  • All activities
  • All accommodation
  • A professional driver/guide
  • All transportation
  • All Taxes/VAT
  • Roundtrip airport transfer
  • Meals & Drinks

THIS TOUR EXCLUDES

  • Airfares Airport taxes and fees
  • Laundry services
  • Tips and gratuities
  • Travel insurance
  • Optional tour
  • Guide tips and any items of personal nature