Overview
Discover the perfect combination of wildlife, spectacular scenery, and authentic cultural experiences on this unforgettable 3-day journey through Northern Tanzania. Explore the elephant-filled landscapes of Tarangire National Park, descend into the world-famous Ngorongoro Crater, and visit the beautiful Materuni Waterfalls nestled on the slopes of Mount Kilimanjaro. Your adventure begins with a convenient hotel pick-up in Arusha, where a professional safari guide will welcome you and lead you through some of Tanzania’s most iconic and breathtaking destinations.
Trip Highlights
- Budget tour: This budget tour uses tented camps and hotels.
- Shared tour: On this shared tour, you will join a group of other travelers. Max 7 people per vehicle.
- Can start any day: If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.
- Can be customized: You can request minor changes to the accommodations and destinations of this tour.
- Suitable for single travelers: Single travelers can join this group tour.
- Minimum age of 4 years: The minimum age for this tour is 4 years.
Itinerary
You'll have an early morning departure from Arusha. We will pick you up at your hotel in Arusha and head toward Tarangire National Park—a journey of approximately 130 km through the vibrant landscapes of northern Tanzania.
Upon arrival, you'll dive straight into an exciting full-day game drive, exploring Tarangire’s iconic wilderness. Renowned for its towering baobab trees and massive herds of elephants, the park also offers fantastic sightings of lions, zebras, giraffes, wildebeests, buffalo, and an incredible variety of birds. Your guide will navigate through the park’s diverse terrain, from open savannahs to riverine woodlands, maximizing your chances of spotting wildlife in their natural habitat.
Midday, you'll enjoy a hot lunch served inside the park, surrounded by the sights and sounds of the African bush. In the afternoon, you'll continue your adventure with more wildlife viewing and opportunities for safari photography, especially during the golden hours before sunset.
Main Destination:
Tarangire National Park
Accommodation:
Kizumba Camp
Budget tented camp located 1-2hr drive from Tarangire NP
Meals & Drinks:
Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
Non-alcoholic drinks
You'll wake up early and enjoy breakfast at your campsite before departing for the world-famous Ngorongoro Conservation Area, A UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of Africa’s remarkable natural wonders. The drive from Tarangire to Ngorongoro is approximately 79 km, taking you through scenic highlands and Maasai villages along the way.
Upon arrival, you'll descend 600 meters into the Ngorongoro Crater, the world’s largest intact volcanic caldera and a sanctuary for an extraordinary concentration of wildlife. Accompanied by your expert guide, you’ll embark on a 5 to 6-hour game drive across the crater floor, traversing diverse habitats such as open grasslands, acacia forests, and freshwater lakes.
Around midday, you'll enjoy a hot lunch at a scenic picnic site, often near a hippo pool, surrounded by the stunning natural beauty of the crater.
You’ll arrive at the Arusha hotel by late afternoon, for the preparation for the next day's Materuni Waterfalls hike and coffee tour experience.
Main Destination:
Ngorongoro Crater
Accommodation:
The Charity Hotel
Mid-range hotel located in Arusha (City)
All meals included
Non-alcoholic drinks
The Materuni Waterfall and Coffee Tour is a popular day trip from Arusha, Tanzania, offering a perfect mix of nature and adventure. Here are the highlights of the tour: Embark on a guided trek through lush green landscapes, banana farms, and traditional villages. Breathtaking Waterfall: Experience the beauty of Materuni Waterfall, a majestic 80-meter cascade,
Wildlife & Nature: You'll enjoy spotting various bird species and appreciating the rich flora in the area. Coffee tour with the Chagga Tribe Traditional Coffee Making: Discover the fascinating process of growing, processing, and brewing organic Arabica coffee using age-old methods.
Chagga Songs & Dance: Get involved in lively coffee-making songs and dances while roasting and grinding the beans,
This tour is a great way to combine adventure and culture exploration while enjoying the stunning landscapes in the late evening will drop off at your hotel in Arusha!
Late evening will drop-off at your hotel in Arusha.
Main Destination:
Materuni Waterfalls (Highlight)
Accommodation:
No accommodation (End of tour)
Meals & Drinks:
Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
Non-alcoholic drinks
Includes/Excludes
Cost Includes
- Park fees (For non-residents)
- All activities (Unless labeled as optional)
- All accommodation (Unless listed as upgrade)
- A professional driver/guide
- All transportation (Unless labeled as optional)
- All Taxes/VAT
- Meals (As specified in the day-by-day section)
- Drinks (As specified in the day-by-day section)
Cost Excludes
- International flights (From/to home)
- Roundtrip airport transfer
- 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, etc.)
- Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
FAQs
The 3-Day Safari – Tarangire, Ngorongoro Crater & Waterfalls includes park entrance fees, transportation in a 4×4 safari vehicle, accommodation, meals as specified in the itinerary, a professional English-speaking safari guide, guided game drives, and a visit to the beautiful Materuni Waterfalls.
The 3-Day Safari – Tarangire, Ngorongoro Crater & Waterfalls takes you to Tarangire National Park, the Ngorongoro Crater, and Materuni Waterfalls near Mount Kilimanjaro, combining wildlife viewing with stunning natural scenery.
During the 3-Day Safari – Tarangire, Ngorongoro Crater & Waterfalls, you may encounter elephants, lions, buffaloes, giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, hippos, hyenas, antelopes, and many bird species, with excellent opportunities to spot the endangered black rhinoceros in the Ngorongoro Crater.
Yes, the 3-Day Safari – Tarangire, Ngorongoro Crater & Waterfalls is perfect for first-time visitors, families, couples, and solo travelers who want to experience Tanzania’s famous wildlife and beautiful landscapes in a short itinerary.
For the 3-Day Safari – Tarangire, Ngorongoro Crater & Waterfalls, it is recommended to pack lightweight clothing in neutral colors, comfortable walking shoes, a light jacket, sunscreen, a hat, sunglasses, insect repellent, binoculars, a swimsuit if you plan to enjoy the waterfall, and a camera.
The 3-Day Safari – Tarangire, Ngorongoro Crater & Waterfalls offers a unique blend of wildlife safaris, breathtaking landscapes, and cultural experiences, allowing you to explore two of Tanzania’s most iconic safari destinations while also enjoying the scenic beauty of Materuni Waterfalls near Mount Kilimanjaro.
