The shortest, most affordable way to see Tanzania's best wildlife: Lake Manyara and the Ngorongoro Crater in three days.
Lake Manyara Hippos & Flamingos
Ngorongoro Crater
Budget Camping
Big 5 Possible
Three days, two of Tanzania's most wildlife-rich ecosystems, and a price that makes it accessible to everyone. This short camping itinerary is perfect as an add-on to a Kilimanjaro climb or a standalone weekend adventure.
Depart Arusha at 7am. Full day game drive in Lake Manyara. Famous for hippos, flamingos, and tree-climbing lions. Camp at public campsite.
Early morning drive to Ngorongoro. Full 8-hour descent into the crater. Camp on the rim with views into the caldera.
Morning walk around the crater rim. Return to Arusha by noon.
