This compact safari is ideal for travelers with limited time who still want to witness Tanzania’s breathtaking scenery and rich wildlife. Visit two of the most scenic parks in the Northern Circuit: Lake Manyara, famous for its diverse birdlife and tree-climbing lions, and the Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site teeming with the Big Five.
Your adventure begins with a morning pickup from your Arusha hotel. Drive through beautiful countryside toward Lake Manyara National Park, nestled at the base of the Great Rift Valley escarpment. Enjoy a game drive through its diverse landscapes — groundwater forests, open plains, and acacia woodland — with excellent opportunities to see elephants, hippos, monkeys, and vibrant birdlife.
After your game drive and picnic lunch, you’ll head to nearby Karatu town for dinner and overnight.
Later, enjoy a guided canoe safari on the Momella Lakes, where you’ll glide past flamingos, hippos, and water birds — all with Mount Meru as your backdrop.
After an early breakfast, you'll drive to the world-renowned Ngorongoro Crater. Descend 600 meters into the world’s largest intact volcanic caldera for a spectacular game drive in one of Africa’s most unique ecosystems. The crater floor is home to a dense population of wildlife, including rhinos, elephants, lions, and many more species.
Enjoy a picnic lunch at one of the scenic spots inside the crater before ascending to the rim and returning to your lodge in Karatu for the night.
Visit Ngurdoto Crater Viewpoint, and end the day with a visit to Tululusia Waterfall — a hidden gem in the forest.
Highlights: Giraffes on foot, birds, waterfalls, crater views, bushwalk
After breakfast, begin your return journey to Arusha. Depending on your schedule, enjoy optional stops at local craft markets or a Maasai village along the way. Arrive in Arusha by early afternoon, where you’ll be dropped off at your hotel or the airport for your onward travel.
Return to Arusha in the afternoon for your onward flight or next safari destination.
$000
This comprehensive safari gives you deep access to Tanzania’s premier parks — with unhurried game drives and luxurious stays.
$000
Combine spectacular safari adventures with authentic cultural experiences. Track wildlife in all major parks and spend time learning from the Maasai and Hadzabe people for a richer, more immersive journey.
$000
Combine spectacular safari adventures with authentic cultural experiences. Track wildlife in all major parks and spend time learning from the Maasai and Hadzabe people for a richer, more immersive journey.
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