3 Days Tanzania Camping Safari  

A compact gem with surprising diversity—forests, lakes, hot springs, and wildlife. It’s famous for tree-climbing lions, large troops of baboons, and thousands of flamingos. A perfect mix of scenery and animals for a half or full-day visit.

Morning:

• After an early breakfast, your safari guide picks you up at your lodge or hotel in Arusha.
• Drive 2–2.5 hours to Lake Manyara National Park, a small but incredibly diverse park nestled between the Great Rift Valley and the alkaline lake.

Late Morning to Afternoon:

• Begin your family-friendly game drive through the park.
• Keep your eyes open for elephants, giraffes, monkeys, and baboons.
• The lake is often covered in pink from flocks of flamingos.
• You may even spot the rare tree-climbing lions, napping in the branches.
• Enjoy a picnic lunch in a shaded park area or at a scenic viewpoint.

Afternoon:

• Optional short visit to Mto wa Mbu village, where kids can taste fresh fruits, meet local artisans, and see banana farms (depending on timing and interest).
• Continue to your lodge in the lush Ngorongoro Highlands, where cool breezes and mountain views await.

Evening:

• Settle into your lodge or camp, relax with a warm meal, and maybe share stories around a fire.

Overnight Accommodation: Manyara Campsite

Meals Included: Lunch, Dinner

Often called Africa’s Eden, this massive volcanic caldera is home to an incredible density of wildlife, including all of the Big Five. The setting is dramatic, the game viewing is world-class, and the entire experience feels like stepping into another world.

Early Morning:

• Early breakfast, then descend 600 meters into the world-famous Ngorongoro Crater, one of the most wildlife-rich places on the planet.
• The kids will love the “real-life Lion King” feel of the landscape!

Morning to Midday:

• Game drive on the crater floor—keep an eye out for:
  • Lions, lounging or hunting
  • Huge buffalo and elephants
  • Zebras, wildebeest, and gazelles running in herds
  • Black rhinos—a rare and thrilling sight
  • Wading hippos and possibly flamingos at the lake

Lunch:

• Enjoy a picnic by a hippo pool, surrounded by nature.

Afternoon:

• Begin your drive toward Tarangire National Park (about 2.5 hours).
• Arrive at your lodge in time to relax before dinner.

Evening:

• Enjoy a peaceful family dinner as you listen to the sounds of the African bush.

Overnight Accommodation: Simba A campsite or similar

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Known for its huge elephant herds and towering baobab trees, Tarangire offers a peaceful, less-crowded safari experience. Its river attracts wildlife year-round, especially during the dry season when animals gather in large numbers. A great first stop for game viewing.

Morning:

• After breakfast, head into Tarangire National Park—a favorite for families due to its unique landscape and abundant wildlife, especially elephants!
• Begin your morning game drive:
  • Herds of elephants crossing the river
  • Towering baobab trees that look straight out of a storybook
  • Giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, and maybe even big cats like lions or leopards
  • Great for birding too, with over 500 species recorded

Midday:

• Enjoy a final picnic lunch in the park, surrounded by wildlife and wide-open views.

Afternoon:

• Depart for Arusha, arriving in the late afternoon or early evening (3–3.5 hours’ drive).
• Drop-off at your hotel or the airport, depending on your travel plans.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch