4 Days Tanzania Budget Safari to Tarangire, Ngorongoro & Lake Manyara
Tour Overview
Experience the best of Tanzania's Northern Safari Circuit on this exciting 4-day budget safari with Jairos Adventure. Explore three of Tanzania's most remarkable wildlife destinations: Tarangire National Park, Ngorongoro Crater, and Lake Manyara National Park.
Impressive elephant herds and ancient baobab trees of Tarangire. The incredible wildlife of the Ngorongoro Crater and the beautiful landscapes of Lake Manyara, each destination offers a unique safari experience in Arusha.
With opportunities to spot elephants, lions, giraffes, zebras, buffaloes, hippos, wildebeest, and many other wildlife species, this short safari is a wonderful introduction to Tanzania's wilderness.
Seasonal Months & Best Time to Travel
Highlighted months indicate the peak/optimal seasonal period for this tour.
Day-by-Day Summary
| Days | Main Destination | Accommodation | Meal Plan |
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Arusha city | Mrimba Palm Hotel | Full Board FB |
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Tarangire National Park | Crater Rim View Inn | Full Board FB |
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Ngorongoro Conservation Area | Crater Rim View Inn | Full Board FB |
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Lake Manyara National Park | No accommodation | Half Board HB |
Tour Quick Facts
Tour Class
Mid-range Tour :This safari includes comfort-focused hand-picked lodges and camps.
Group Type
Shared group tour : Join a group of other travelers. Max 7 people per vehicle.
Start Day
Can start any day :If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.
Customization
Can be customized :Request minor changes to accommodations and destinations.
Single Travelers
Suitable for single travelers : Solo travelers can join, requires a minimum of 1 people to run.
Minimum Age
Minimum age of 5 years :Children and families are welcome under parental guidance.
Tour Rates & Pricing
Below are our rates for travelers visiting as a group. Discounts are available for larger parties, making group travel more affordable and enjoyable. Whether you are planning a family trip, a getaway with friends, or a special event with colleagues, our group rates are designed to offer better value while keeping the experience comfortable and convenient. Please contact us for more details on pricing, availability, and any special arrangements for your group.
- Per Person Pricing:All rates listed are per person and do not include international flights.
- Solo Travel: Solo travelers are welcome; however, the tour requires a minimum of 1 people to run.
- Age Requirements: Children aged 5 and above are allowed and discounted. Free entrance fees apply for children under 5 years old.
Please Note: All rates are subject to change based on availability, seasonality, and any updates to park fees, taxes, or tourism levies. We recommend contacting us directly to confirm pricing for your specific travel dates and group size.
Group Pricing Rates
| Solo | 2 people | 3 people | 4 people | 5 people | 6 people | 7+ people |
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| $1,772 | $1,063 | $813 | $731 | $647 | $620 | $589 |
Day by Day Experience
Arrival in Arusha - Welcome to Tanzania
Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport or Arusha Airport, you will be warmly welcomed by our Jairos Adventure representative and transferred to the accommodation in Arusha.
After check-in, you can relax and enjoy the lodge's surroundings. Depending on your arrival time, you may also choose to explore Arusha town or enjoy an optional local coffee tour at an additional cost.
In the evening, you will meet your safari guide for a short safari briefing before enjoying dinner and an overnight stay at the lodge, ready for your adventure the following morning.
Arusha city
Full Board FB
4X4 Safari Car with Pop up Roof , Airport transfers
Mrimba Palm Hotel
Included Activities & Experiences
Arusha to Tarangire National Park
After breakfast, you will depart Arusha and drive to Tarangire National Park for a full-day game drive.
Tarangire is famous for its large elephant herds, ancient baobab trees, and diverse wildlife. The park is home to a variety of animals, including elephants, lions, zebras, wildebeest, giraffes, buffaloes, and several antelope species.
During the dry season, animals gather around the Tarangire River, creating excellent opportunities for wildlife viewing and photography. Enjoy a picnic lunch inside the park before continuing with your afternoon game drive.
Later in the afternoon, you will drive to Karatu for dinner and overnight.
Tarangire National Park
Full Board FB
4X4 Safari Car with Pop up Roof
Crater Rim View Inn
Wildlife to Spot
Included Activities & Experiences
Ngorongoro Crater Game Drive
After an early breakfast, you will depart for the Ngorongoro Conservation Area and descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for a game drive.
Often described as the world's largest intact volcanic caldera, the crater is one of Africa's most remarkable wildlife destinations. Its diverse habitats support an incredible concentration of wildlife, including elephants, lions, buffaloes, zebras, wildebeest, hippos, and hyenas. Ngorongoro is also one of the best places in Tanzania to look for the endangered black rhino. With some luck, you may spot all five members of the famous Big Five during your visit.
You will enjoy a picnic lunch on the crater floor before continuing your wildlife exploration. In the afternoon, you will ascend from the crater and return to your lodge in Karatu for dinner and overnight.
Ngorongoro Conservation Area
Full Board FB
4X4 Safari Car with Pop up Roof
Crater Rim View Inn
Wildlife to Spot
Included Activities & Experiences
Lake Manyara National Park to Arusha
After breakfast, you will depart for Lake Manyara National Park for a morning game drive.
Nestled beneath the Great Rift Valley escarpment, Lake Manyara is a beautiful park known for its diverse landscapes, rich birdlife, and fascinating wildlife.
During your game drive, you may encounter elephants, giraffes, zebras, buffaloes, hippos, baboons, and various antelope species. The park is also famous for its tree-climbing lions and large flocks of flamingos, depending on the season and water conditions.
After enjoying your game drive and picnic lunch, you will begin your journey back to Arusha.
Upon arrival, you will be dropped off at your hotel or transferred to the airport for your onward journey.
Lake Manyara National Park
Half Board HB
Airport transfers
Wildlife to Spot
Included Activities & Experiences
What's Included
Included
- All applicable park entry fees as per the program.
- Government taxes & local levies.
- Unlimited game drives/all activities (Unless labeled as optional)
- Service of an English-speaking professional driver guide
- Private Transport in a customized pop-up top 4 x 4 Safari land cruiser with plugs to charge mobile, and camera, also with an intercooler to keep drinks cold & and a full AC system.
- Pick up and drop off at the airport. (Arusha and Kilimanjaro region)
- Picnic Lunch or hot Lunch on safari depending on the onward program.
- Meals on Full board and accommodation (Unless listed as upgrade) on safari as indicated on the program shared.
- Unlimited drinking water (As specified in the day-by-day section)
- Refreshments during safari in Safari vehicle.
- Two binocular in Car
- 24 Hours office Support
- emergency helicopter and fixed-wing air ambulance evacuations across Tanzania
Excluded
- International flights (From/to home)
- Domestic Flight
- Medical/luggage Insurance.
- Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
- Tips (Tipping guideline US$10-20 pp per day)
- Personal items (Souvenirs, travel insurance, Visa entry fees upon arrival at the airport, etc.)
- Government-imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
- Any extra orders at meals are not included. Set menu meals are part of the package.