A compact, fully private safari to Tarangire and the Ngorongoro Crater – ideal before or after a Kilimanjaro climb or Zanzibar.
Short on time? This 3-day private safari focuses on two of Tanzania’s most rewarding parks, both within easy reach of Arusha, so you spend your time watching wildlife – not sitting in the car.
Day one is all about Tarangire’s elephants and baobabs, day two takes you to the scenic Ngorongoro highlands and Lake Manyara, and day three is a morning on the floor of the Ngorongoro Crater – one of the best places in Africa to see the Big Five.
Drive about two hours west to Tarangire, famous for its huge elephant herds and giant baobab trees. Spend the day on game drives along the Tarangire River, where buffalo, giraffe, zebra and big cats come to drink, with a picnic lunch in the park.
Overnight: lodge or tented camp near Tarangire / Karatu (full board)
Game drive through Lake Manyara’s groundwater forest and along the alkaline lake shore – look for baboon troops, flamingos, hippos and the park’s famous tree-climbing lions.
Overnight: Karatu lodge (full board)
Descend 600 m to the crater floor for a game drive among lions, elephants, buffalo, hippos and – if you are lucky – the rare black rhino. Picnic lunch by the hippo pool, then drive back to Arusha for your onward flight or hotel.
Meals: breakfast & lunch
| Style | What to expect | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| Classic Camping | Spacious dome tents in public campsites, camp cook, hot meals and shared facilities. Real bush atmosphere at the best price. | Adventurous travellers, budget-conscious |
| Mid-Range Lodges & Tented Camps | Comfortable en-suite rooms or permanent tents, swimming pools at many lodges, buffet or plated meals. | Families, first-time safari-goers |
| Luxury Camps & Lodges | Intimate camps in prime wildlife areas, private decks, fine dining, sundowners and attentive service. | Honeymooners, special occasions |
Your planner will suggest specific camps for your travel month and budget — and you can mix styles, for example luxury in the Serengeti and mid-range elsewhere.
Tanzania is a year-round safari destination. June–October offers dry-season game viewing and Mara River crossings; January–March is calving season in the southern Serengeti; April–May is green, quiet and great value. Read our month-by-month guide.
Fly into Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO). We meet you on arrival and handle every transfer — domestic flights to the Serengeti or Zanzibar can be added.
You travel in a private 4×4 Land Cruiser with a pop-up roof, charging points, cool box and binoculars. Days start early for the best wildlife activity, with a relaxed lunch break and an afternoon drive.
Neutral-coloured layers, a warm fleece for early mornings, sun hat, sunscreen and a soft bag. See our full safari packing list.
Yes. Every Tobiko safari is private — your own vehicle and guide, at your own pace.
Absolutely. Add days, swap parks, upgrade lodges or add Zanzibar or Kilimanjaro — this itinerary is a starting point.
The price depends on travel dates, group size and accommodation level. Send the quick form and we will reply with an exact, all-inclusive quote within 24 hours.
Yes — we adapt driving times, choose family-friendly lodges and can arrange child seats.
Tarangire, Serengeti, Ngorongoro
Tarangire, a night in the Serengeti and the Ngorongoro Crater – the essential Northern Circuit in four days.
Tarangire, Serengeti (2 nights), Ngorongoro
Two full nights in the Serengeti plus Tarangire and the Crater – our best-balanced classic safari.
A relaxed, child-friendly safari with family rooms, pool lodges, shorter drives and a fun Maasai cultural visit.
Every itinerary can be adjusted — more days, different camps, add Zanzibar or Kilimanjaro. Tell us what you have in mind and we will tailor it within 24 hours.
