Experience a compact 3-day safari that brings together some of northern Tanzania’s best wildlife and cultural encounters. Begin in Tarangire National Park, famous for its large elephant herds, ancient baobab trees, and diverse wildlife along the Tarangire River. Continue to the Ngorongoro Crater, a vast volcanic caldera where lions, rhinos, buffalo, hippos, and zebras share a spectacular natural amphitheater. Then travel to Lake Eyasi to spend time with the Hadzabe hunter-gatherers and the Datoga blacksmiths, two of the region’s most traditional communities, and gain a rare insight into lifestyles that have endured for generations.
With breathtaking landscapes, rich wildlife, and authentic cultural experiences in a short time frame, this journey is ideal for travelers who want a memorable safari without spending a full week on the road
Life on Safari
The tour begins in Arusha with a scenic drive to Tarangire National Park, famous for its ancient baobab trees, large elephant herds, and diverse wildlife. Enjoy a full-day game drive through the park, with opportunities to spot lions, zebras, giraffes, wildebeest, buffalo, and many bird species. After an exciting day of wildlife viewing, relax and enjoy the beautiful African sunset before heading to your lodge or camp for dinner and overnight.
Main Destination: Tarangire National Park
Accommodation: Farms of Dreams Lodge (Mid-range Lodge)
Meals: Lunch & Dinner (Breakfast not included)
Drinks: Non-alcoholic drinks
After breakfast, drive to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area for a full-day crater safari. Descend into the spectacular Ngorongoro Crater, home to abundant wildlife including lions, elephants, buffalo, zebras, hippos, and flamingos. Enjoy a picnic lunch surrounded by breathtaking scenery before continuing your game drive. In the afternoon, ascend the crater and proceed to your lodge or camp for dinner and overnight.
Main Destination: Ngorongoro Crater
Accommodation: Lake Eyasi Safarai Lodge – Mid-range lodge located at Lake Eyasi
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Drinks: Non-alcoholic drinks
After breakfast, continue to Lake Eyasi for a cultural experience with the Hadzabe and Datoga communities, learning about their traditional way of life and daily activities. Enjoy lunch before beginning the journey back to Arusha. Upon arrival, you will be dropped off at your accommodation in Arusha or transferred directly to Kilimanjaro International Airport/Arusha Airport for your onward flight, marking the end of your safari.
Main Destination: Lake Eyasi
Accommodation: None (End of Tour)
Meals: Breakfast & Lunch
Drinks: Non-alcoholic drinks
Price Per Person (All year round)
- All Park entrances & taxes
- All Meals (breakfast, lunch & dinner),
- soft drinks & water (bottled water 3litres or more a day)
- Transfer to & from the airport
- A professional driver/guide
- All Taxes/VAT
- Accommodation during safari
- Transportation in a custom safari 4×4 with a viewing roof and guaranteed window seating
- Safari vehicles have an inverter for charging batteries, communications radio, electric cooler, and filtered water
- Tips for guides, driver
- International Flight
- Roundtrip airport transfer
- Tanzania Visa fee
- Additional accomodation before and at the end of the hour
- Government imposed increase of taxes and/ or park fees
Note: We have a discount for kids under 15 years old
"Our guide Emmanuel was incredible — he spotted a leopard and two lion cubs that three other vehicles completely missed. The most magical experience of our lives."
"The private setup meant we could spend 45 minutes with a cheetah and cubs without feeling rushed. The lodges were far beyond what we expected."
"As first-time safari travelers, we were nervous. From the moment we arrived, Serengeti African Tours took care of everything. The Ngorongoro Crater literally took our breath away."
"Booked through SafariBookings and couldn't be happier. Every detail was handled perfectly. Guide Abouh is extraordinary — his knowledge of wildlife is encyclopaedic."





