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3-Day Tarangire & Manyara Explorer | Connect Safari Africa
Short Northern Safari 3 Days / 2 Nights

3-Day Tarangire & Manyara Explorer

Arusha – Tarangire – Lake Manyara
Min 2 Pax
Giant Elephants, Baobabs & Flamingos

Safari Overview

An action-packed short wilderness escape combining the elephant strongholds of Tarangire National Park and the breathtaking acacia woodlands and flamingo-lined shores of Lake Manyara. Designed for travelers with limited time who refuse to compromise on wildlife quality.

Witness towering baobabs, massive elephant herds, and unique wildlife in just three unforgettable days with expert private 4x4 safari guides.

Day-by-Day Itinerary Program

Day 1 Arusha to Tarangire National Park

Depart from Arusha in the morning and drive through rolling Maasai steppe plains to Tarangire National Park. Famous for its iconic giant baobab trees and colossal elephant families gathering along the Tarangire River. Enjoy an extensive afternoon game drive looking out for lions, leopards, giraffes, and diverse bird species.

Lunch & Dinner Included
Tarangire Lodge / Tented Camp
Day 2 Tarangire to Lake Manyara National Park

After breakfast, drive to Lake Manyara National Park, nestled at the base of the Great Rift Valley escarpment. Explore the groundwater forest teeming with blue monkeys and baboons, the grassy floodplains where buffaloes and zebras graze, and the alkaline lake shores frequently painted pink by thousands of lesser flamingos.

Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Included
Lake Manyara View Lodge
Day 3 Lake Manyara Morning Game Drive & Return to Arusha

Enjoy an early morning game drive in Lake Manyara to capture predators active in the cool morning air. Return to the lodge for a hearty breakfast before checking out and driving back to Arusha or Moshi, where your safari concludes with drop-off at your hotel or airport.

Breakfast & Lunch Included
Drop-off in Arusha / Airport

What's Included

  • Professional English-speaking safari guide
  • 4x4 Custom Safari Land Cruiser with pop-up roof
  • All national park conservation & concession fees
  • Full-board accommodation as per itinerary
  • Bottled drinking water during game drives
  • Government taxes and VAT

What's Excluded

  • International flights and entry visas
  • Travel and medical insurance
  • Tips and gratuities for guides and lodge staff
  • Items of a personal nature (laundry, beverages, souvenirs)
$1,150 / person

Price based on 2 people sharing private 4x4 safari vehicle and accommodation.

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Google Verified Reviews
4.9 / 5.0 (128+ Reviews)
Mark & Sarah D.

"An incredible 3-day experience! Our guide was extremely knowledgeable, and spotting the giant elephants in Tarangire was a dream come true. Highly recommend Connect Safari Africa!"

Liam M.

"Seamless booking, prompt email and WhatsApp communication, and top-notch Land Cruiser cars. Lake Manyara flamingos were breathtaking!"

Safari Location

Tarangire National Park & Lake Manyara Region, Northern Circuit, Tanzania

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