3 Days Tanzania Budget Safari

Here is a detailed 3-Day Tanzania Budget Safari Itinerary designed for Bisibana Tours & Travel — perfect for travelers who have limited time but want to experience three of the best wildlife destinations in northern Tanzania: Tarangire, Ngorongoro Crater, and Lake Manyara.

Safari Itinerary

Destinations: Tarangire – Ngorongoro Crater – Lake Manyara
Start/End: Arusha
Type: Budget Camping / Budget Lodge Safari
Transport: 4×4 pop-up roof safari jeep

✅ Day 1: Arusha – Tarangire National Park

• Departure: Pickup from your Arusha hotel around 7:30 AM.

• Drive Time: Approx. 2 hours to Tarangire National Park.

• Activities:

  • Full-day game drive in the park known for:

    • Massive elephant herds

    • Iconic baobab trees

    • Lions, zebras, buffaloes, giraffes, and antelopes

• Lunch: Picnic inside the park.

• Evening: Drive to Mto wa Mbu for overnight.

• Accommodation: Lilac Campsite / Fig Tree Lodge (budget options)

• Meals: Lunch, Dinner

✅ Day 2: Ngorongoro Crater

• Early Morning: Depart at 6:00 AM to Ngorongoro Conservation Area.

• Activities:

  • Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for a 5-hour game drive.

  • Spot the Big Five: lions, elephants, buffaloes, rhinos, and leopards (if lucky).

  • Observe flamingos, hippos, zebras, wildebeest, and more.

• Lunch: Picnic at the Hippo Pool.

• Afternoon: Ascend from the crater and drive to Karatu/Mto wa Mbu.

• Accommodation: Lilac Campsite / Fig Tree Lodge

• Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

✅ Day 3: Lake Manyara National Park – Arusha

• Morning: Short drive to Lake Manyara National Park.

• Activities:

  • Half-day game drive in a lush, forested park famous for:

    • Tree-climbing lions

    • Thousands of flamingos

    • Baboons, hippos, antelopes, and giraffes

• Lunch: Picnic inside the park.

• Afternoon: Drive back to Arusha.

• Drop-off: At your hotel or airport around 5:00 – 6:00 PM.

• Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

✅ Included in the Safari Package

• Private 4×4 pop-up roof safari vehicle

• All park entry fees + Ngorongoro Crater fees

• Budget accommodation (camping or lodge)

• Meals as specified

• Drinking water during safari

• Professional English-speaking driver/guide

• Pick-up and drop-off in Arusha

❌ Not Included

• International flights and visa

• Tips for guide/cook

• Travel insurance and personal expenses

• Extra activities (e.g., Maasai village, Olduvai Gorge)

• Alcoholic and soft drinks

• Arusha hotel before/after safari (can be added)