Short but spectacular. Explore Ngorongoro Crater’s dense wildlife and Lake Manyara’s lush groundwater forest.

Trip Highlights

Main destinations
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Tour type
Shared
Start / Finish
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Activities
🧭 Crater tour, Birding, Game drive
Special features
✨ family

Itinerary Summary

Day 1 Manyara Forests Lake Manyara Lunch, Dinner

Day 1 — Manyara Forests

📍 Lake Manyara 🍽 Lunch, Dinner

Morning transfer to Manyara; forest game drive and lake views.

Manyara Forests
Accommodation
Manyara Serena

Flamingos seasonal

Day 2 Ngorongoro Crater Ngorongoro Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 2 — Ngorongoro Crater

📍 Ngorongoro 🍽 Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Descend for a full crater tour with picnic lunch.

Ngorongoro Crater
Accommodation
Ngorongoro Sopa Lodge

Best for rhino at dawn

Day 3 Return to Arusha Arusha Breakfast

Day 3 — Return to Arusha

📍 Arusha 🍽 Breakfast

Leisurely breakfast and return to Arusha for onward travel.

Return to Arusha
Accommodation
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Optional curio stop

$900.00 $950.00 Save $50.00 (5%)
👤 This package is priced per person for a minimum of 2 travellers sharing. Travelling alone? A sole-traveller rate is available — use the Sole traveler button in the booking panel (or the toggle in the quote form) to view it.
💡 Book with friends and pay less.

Included

  • Park fees
  • Crater service fee
  • Driver-guide
  • 4x4 vehicle
  • Bottled water
  • Half-board accommodation

Excluded

  • International flights
  • Visa fees
  • Drinks at lodges
  • Tips

Frequently Asked Questions

What’s the best time of year for this tour?

Dry seasons often offer easier wildlife viewing (Jun–Oct). Green seasons are beautiful and quieter (Nov–Mar).

Can we customize the itinerary?

Yes — add days, change lodges (lodge/camp), or include balloon safaris/cultural visits.

What is the typical group size?

Private tours are just your party with a driver-guide. Shared departures may have 4–7 guests per vehicle.

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