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3-Day Fly-In and Out Tanzania Luxury Safari

From
$1,574per person
Parks
Zanzibar · Tarangire NP · Ngorongoro Crater · Lake Manyara NP
Rating
★ 4.9 · 82 Reviews
Best Time
June – October
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What you'll experience

Guided safari days across Zanzibar, Tarangire NP, Ngorongoro Crater, with wildlife viewing shaped around the season, park conditions, and the strongest areas for sightings on this route.

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Who it's for

Best for travelers looking for a fly-in safari with private guiding, clear inclusions, and a 3 days / 2 nights Tanzania itinerary.

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How the journey flows

The journey starts with Zanzibar to Tarangire National Park and finishes with Lake Manyara National Park to Zanzibar, keeping the route practical and easy to follow.

What you'll see

Highlights of the journey

Six unforgettable moments curated into a single, well-paced safari — designed to deliver iconic experiences without rushing.

Tarangire game drives among elephants, baobab trees, and seasonal wildlife concentrations

Lake Manyara scenery, birdlife, hippos, and forest-fringe wildlife

Ngorongoro Crater descent for compact, high-density wildlife viewing

Fly-in logistics that reduce long road transfers and suit beach-to-bush travel

Day by day

Your 3 Days / 2 Nights journey

Tap any day to expand. Early morning & late afternoon game drives when wildlife is most active.

Zanzibar Tarangire NP Ngorongoro Crater Lake Manyara NP
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Zanzibar to Tarangire National Park

B L D Main destination: Tarangire National Park | Non-alcoholic drinks included

Get ready for an exciting safari! Your transfer driver will pick you up early in the morning from your hotel in Zanzibar and take you to the airport. You'll fly for about an hour to Arusha in a small plane. Then, your guide will meet you at Arusha Airport and drive for 2 hours to Tarangire National Park. This park is famous for having many elephants and ancient baobab trees, the biggest trees in Africa. In an open-roof vehicle, you can see seasonal swamps, grassy areas, and the Tarangire River, where you'll spot all sorts of wildlife like birds, giraffes, zebras, lions, and more. After all the adventure, you'll head to your lodge for dinner and spend the night there.

Overnight: Lake Manyara Serena Safari Lodge
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Ngorongoro Crater

B L D Main destination: Ngorongoro Crater | Non-alcoholic drinks included

After enjoying an early breakfast at the lodge, you will proceed with a game drive in the Ngorongoro Crater. This remarkable destination is home to a wide variety of East African wildlife, and with a bit of luck, you may even spot the rare black rhino. You will spend approximately 6 hours exploring the crater floor, with a break for lunch at the scenic Ngoitoktok picnic site overlooking Hippo Lake. After continuing with an afternoon game drive, you will depart Ngorongoro and drive to Lake Manyara Serena Safari Lodge for dinner and your overnight stay.

Overnight: Lake Manyara Serena Safari Lodge
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Lake Manyara National Park to Zanzibar

B L D Main destination: Lake Manyara National Park

After you've had your breakfast, you'll drive for about 40 minutes to Lake Manyara National Park. Here, you'll get to see different animals like birds, baboons, giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, buffaloes, and elephants. If you're lucky, you might even spot lions relaxing in the trees. This park is famous for its diverse landscapes, with open grassy areas, forests filled with monkeys, and cliffs with big baobab trees. Once you're done with the exciting safari, you'll drive to Arusha Airport for your flight back to Zanzibar. That will mark the end of your adventure.

Overnight: N/A – End of Tour
Plan your trip

When to go

Northern Tanzania is a year-round destination — the experience changes dramatically by season.

Jan
Calving
Feb
Calving
Mar
Quiet
Apr
Quiet
May
Quiet
Jun
Good
Jul
Peak ★
Aug
Peak ★
Sep
Peak ★
Oct
Peak ★
Nov
Good
Dec
Good
Peak Dry Season — best wildlife, river crossings Good Season — fewer crowds, lower prices Great Migration Calving — big-cat action Quiet / Green Season — lush, lowest prices
Your nights

Where you'll stay

Carefully selected lodges and camps — chosen for location, quality, and that unforgettable sense of place.

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Lake Manyara Serena Safari Lodge

📍 Tarangire National Park

Private tour Luxury Lodge

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Pricing

Transparent seasonal pricing

Fly-In Safari tier shown. The bigger your group, the lower the per-person cost.

By season — per person, sharing

Season Months 2 Pax 3–4 Pax 5+ Pax From
Peak Jul · Aug · Sep $1,810 $1,590 $1,450 $1,450
Good Jun · Oct · Nov · Dec $1,574 $1,385 $1,259 $1,259
Calving Jan · Feb $1,420 $1,250 $1,130 $1,130
Green Mar · Apr · May $1,340 $1,180 $1,070 $1,070
20% deposit secures your booking. Balance due 60 days before departure. Free cancellation up to 90 days before. Single-supplement and solo traveler rates can be adjusted from the admin pricing fields.
Quick reference — average per-person, fly-in safari tier
2 Travelers
$1,574
per person
3–4 Travelers
$1,385
per person
5+ Travelers
$1,259
per person
Transparency

What's included & what's not

No surprises. Every cost is itemised here so you know exactly what your safari covers.

What's included
  • Park and conservation fees for non-residents
  • Safari vehicle and professional driver-guide
  • Accommodation as listed or similar
  • Meals listed in the itinerary
  • Drinking water during game drives
  • Airport, Arusha, or Zanzibar transfers where included by the route
  • All listed activities unless marked optional
  • Government taxes and VAT
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What's not included
  • International flights
  • Tanzania visa
  • Travel insurance
  • Tips for guide and lodge/camp staff
  • Personal expenses and souvenirs
  • Alcoholic and premium drinks unless stated
  • Optional activities not listed as included
  • Extra accommodation before or after the safari
Trip preparation

Know before you go

Everything you need to arrive prepared. We send a detailed preparation guide once your booking is confirmed.

Visa & entry

Tanzania e-visa or visa on arrival. Passport should have 6+ months validity and two blank pages.

Vaccinations

Yellow Fever may be required if arriving from a risk country. Malaria prevention is usually advised.

What to pack

Neutral layers, warm mornings jacket, sun hat, sunscreen, binoculars, camera, and soft duffel bag.

Money & tipping

USD cash is useful for tips and personal purchases. Newer, clean notes are easiest to use locally.

Health & safety

Drink bottled water, follow your guide in parks, and travel with medical and cancellation insurance.

Connectivity

Wi-Fi is available at many lodges but can be slower in remote areas. Local SIMs are easy to arrange.

What guests say

★ 4.9 · 82 Reviews TripAdvisor

300+ verified reviews from travellers across 50+ countries.

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"Josh and his team made our Tanzania dream come true. The guides were phenomenal — patient, knowledgeable, passionate. Every animal encounter felt personal."
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Sarah & Mark T.
USA · March 2025
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"Absolutely flawless from first WhatsApp message to airport drop-off. The Ngorongoro descent was life-changing. We saw every Big Five member in one day!"
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Jonas W.
Germany · August 2024
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"We've been on 5 African safaris and this was by far the best. Incredible value, genuine local knowledge, and they genuinely care about your experience."
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The Chen Family
Singapore · October 2024
Common questions

FAQs

Is 3-Day Fly-In and Out Tanzania Luxury Safari private or shared?
Yes. This package is arranged as a private safari with your own vehicle and professional driver-guide unless you request a group-joining version.
What is included in the 3 Days / 2 Nights price?
The quote covers park and conservation fees, safari vehicle and guide, accommodation as listed or similar, drinking water during game drives, and B, L, L, D. International flights, visas, insurance, tips, and personal expenses are not included.
Can I customize this fly-in safari?
Yes. Josh Dreamland Safari can adjust the pace, lodge level, start point, ending point, and add-ons such as balloon safaris, cultural visits, or Zanzibar beach days.
When is the best time for Zanzibar, Tarangire NP, Ngorongoro Crater, Lake Manyara NP?
Northern Tanzania works year-round. July to October is excellent for dry-season wildlife, January and February are strong for calving season, and March to May can offer quieter parks and better value.
What kind of accommodation is used?
Accommodation follows the package style shown on the page, using lodges, tented camps, or campsites matched to the route and availability. Equivalent alternatives are suggested before confirmation if a listed stay is full.
How much deposit is required?
A 20% deposit normally secures the booking, with the balance due before travel according to the payment terms on your final invoice.
How do transfers and transport work?
Flights listed in the route are included only where stated in your final quote. We confirm flight times, luggage allowance, and transfers before booking.
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