Williamson Adventures
    3 Days Family Safari — Tarangire & Lake Manyara
    Private Family Safari

    3 Days Family Safari — Tarangire & Lake Manyara

    3Days
    2Nights
    2Parks

    A short, unhurried family safari covering two of Northern Tanzania's most rewarding parks — Tarangire and Lake Manyara — with a family-friendly lodge in between.

    Your journey

    Route Map

    Day by day

    Itinerary

    Day 1 · Arusha → Tarangire

    Arusha → Tarangire National Park

    After breakfast, drive from Arusha to Tarangire National Park for a full-day game drive. Search for elephant herds, giraffes, zebras, buffalo and abundant birdlife. Picnic lunch inside the park and dinner at your lodge.

    Tarangire Simba LodgeBreakfast, Lunch & Dinner
    3 Days Family Safari — Tarangire & Lake Manyara — Arusha → Tarangire National Park
    Day 2 · Lake Manyara → Karatu

    Lake Manyara National Park

    Explore Lake Manyara National Park, famous for its groundwater forest, baboons, elephants, hippos, flamingos (seasonal) and occasional tree-climbing lions. Continue to Karatu for overnight.

    Country Lodge KaratuBreakfast, Lunch & Dinner
    3 Days Family Safari — Tarangire & Lake Manyara — Lake Manyara National Park
    Day 3 · Karatu → Arusha

    Return to Arusha

    After breakfast, return to Arusha with drop-off at your hotel or Kilimanjaro International Airport for your onward flight.

    Breakfast
    3 Days Family Safari — Tarangire & Lake Manyara — Return to Arusha
    Where you sleep

    Accommodation on This Journey

    Tarangire Simba Lodge
    Arusha → Tarangire

    Tarangire Simba Lodge

    1 Night
    Country Lodge Karatu
    Lake Manyara → Karatu

    Country Lodge Karatu

    1 Night
    What is included

    Your Journey Covers

    Included

    • Meet and greet at Kilimanjaro International Airport
    • Airport transfers
    • Private 4×4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof
    • Professional English-speaking guide
    • All national park entrance fees
    • Full-board accommodation during the safari
    • Picnic lunches
    • Bottled drinking water during the safari
    • Government taxes and levies

    Not Included

    • International flights
    • Tanzanian visa fees
    • Travel insurance
    • Alcoholic and premium beverages
    • Optional activities
    • Personal expenses
    • Tips and gratuities
    Pricing & booking

    Request Your Personal Quote

    This journey is tailored to your dates, group size and preferred accommodation. Ask our safari team for an exact per-person price.

    Safari FAQ

    Frequently asked safari questions

    Everything you need to know before travelling — from the best time to visit and what to pack, to visas, vehicles and tipping.

    Yes — it is a superb short introduction to Tanzania's wildlife, and pairs beautifully with a Zanzibar beach stay.

    Children aged five and above are welcome. The short drives make it especially good for young families.

    Yes — a Ngorongoro Crater day can be added easily. Have a look at our 4-day itinerary or ask us for a tailored plan.

    Yes. A private 4×4 Land Cruiser with pop-up roof and English-speaking family-friendly guide reserved just for your family.

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