This classic 3-day fly-in safari offers a perfect blend of Tanzania’s best northern parks. From the elephant-filled plains of Tarangire, to the breathtaking beauty of the Ngorongoro Crater, and the lush forests and tree-climbing lions of Lake Manyara — it's the ultimate short safari adventure starting right from Zanzibar.
Day 1: Zanzibar – Fly to Arusha – Tarangire National Park – Karatu
- Catch a morning flight from Zanzibar to Arusha, where your professional safari guide will greet you.
- Drive straight to Tarangire National Park, famous for its ancient baobab trees, seasonal swamps, and large herds of elephants.
- Enjoy an exciting game drive as you search for lions, giraffes, buffalo, zebras, and plenty of birdlife.
- Pause for a picnic lunch inside the park, surrounded by the sights and sounds of the African wilderness.
- In the late afternoon, continue to Karatu, a charming town near the Ngorongoro Highlands.
- Arrive at your lodge in time for dinner and a relaxing evening.
Overnight at:
Tented Camps/ Lodge accommodation
Dinner & Breakfast included
Day 2: Ngorongoro Crater – Full-Day Safari
- Wake up early and enjoy breakfast before heading into the Ngorongoro Conservation Area.
- Descend into the world-famous Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and home to one of the densest concentrations of wildlife in Africa.
- Spend the day spotting lions, elephants, rhinos, hippos, hyenas, and possibly even leopards.
- Stop at the scenic hippo pool for a picnic lunch before continuing your game drive.
- In the late afternoon, drive back to your lodge in Karatu for dinner and overnight rest.
Overnight at:
Tented Camps/ Lodge accommodation
Dinner & Breakfast included
Day 3: Lake Manyara National Park – Fly Back to Zanzibar
- After breakfast, drive to Lake Manyara National Park, a compact gem known for its tree-climbing lions, flamingos, lush groundwater forests, and scenic lake views.
- Enjoy a half-day game drive through diverse habitats — forest, acacia woodland, and lake shore — spotting monkeys, elephants, and abundant birdlife.
- Have a relaxing picnic lunch inside the park.
- Afterwards, return to Arusha Airport for your afternoon flight back to Zanzibar.