Tour Overview
Experience the breathtaking landscapes and diverse wildlife of Tanzania’s Northern Circuit on this efficient 3-day camping safari. From the lush groundwater forests of Lake Manyara to the “Eighth Wonder of the World,” the Ngorongoro Crater, this journey offers an immersive encounter with the Big Five and beyond.
Quick Facts
Duration: 3 Days / 2 Nights
Price: $1,260 per person
Style: Budget Camping Safari
Main Highlights: Tree-climbing lions (Manyara), Pink Flamingos, and the Black Rhino (Ngorongoro).
Itinerary at a Glance
| Day | Route | Highlights | Accommodation |
| 1 | Arrival (JRO/Arusha) | Transfer, orientation, and optional Arusha city tour. | Outpost Lodge (Budget) |
| 2 | Arusha to Lake Manyara | Rift Valley views, diverse forest wildlife, and flamingos. | Simba Campsite (Ngorongoro) |
| 3 | Ngorongoro Crater | Full game drive in the crater; Big Five sightings. |
Day 1: Arrival in Arusha, pick up and transfer to hotel
Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International (JRO) or Arusha Airport, you will be met by your professional safari guide. After checking into your lodge, you can relax or take advantage of a complimentary guided tour of Arusha city. Spend the evening briefing with your guide to prepare for the wilderness ahead.
Accommodations Options
- Out-post lodge
- Level: Budget Lodge
- Destination: Arusha
DAY 2: Arusha – Lake Manyara National Park – Ngorongoro Crater
After an early breakfast, descend into the Great Rift Valley to Lake Manyara. This park is a mosaic of habitats, ranging from alkaline waters shimmering with pink flamingos to dense woodlands home to baboons, elephants, and various ungulates. In the late afternoon, you will head to the rim of the Ngorongoro Crater to set up camp.
Accommodations Options
- Ngorongoro Simba Campsite
- Level: Public Campsite
- Destination: Ngorongoro
- Meals & Drinks: Full Board, Soft Drinks & Drinking Water
DAY 3: Ngorongoro Crater & Departure
On this day, you will head toward the Ngorongoro Crater. Nearly 30,000 animals, including the big five, are housed there, Zebra, buffalo, lions, wildebeest, baboon, flamingos, ostriches, hippos, cheetah, and the endangered black rhinos are all abundant in the crater. The crater appears almost surreal due to the stunning colour and moving clouds and not forgot that Ngorongoro was selected as one of Africas Seven Natural wonders due to its breath-taking beauty, please note that the Manyara and Ngorongoro Camping Safari – 3 Days tour ends at Kilimanjaro International Airport at 17.30 hours. Your departure can only take place today if you have pre-booked a domestic flight which leaves from Kilimanjaro International Airport at 19.40 hours or after, or an international flight which leaves at 21.00 hours or after. Otherwise, you will need to book an extra night’s accommodation (not included in the tour price) and take a flight the following day.
Accommodations Options
- NO ACCOMMODATION
- Accommodation is not included for the final day, but it can be arranged upon the client's request. Additional charges will apply.
Price per person
2 PAX
3 PAX
4 pax
5 pax
6 pax
5,100.70 USD*
7,615.30 USD*
8,842.90 USD*
11,385.00 USD*
12,596.10 USD*
What the Price Include
- Park fees (For non-residents)
- All activities (Unless labelled as optional)
- Meals as per itinerary.
- Drinking water while on safari
- All accommodation (Unless listed as an upgrade)
- All transportation
- All Taxes/VAT
- Roundtrip airport transfer
What the Price Exclude
- International flights.
- Government imposed increase of Taxes and or Park Fees.
- Any activities not mentioned in the itinerary.
- Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
- Tips (tipping guideline US$10.00 pp per day)
- Personal items (souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees )
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