A compact two-park itinerary pairing Lake Manyara’s forest-lake ecosystem with Tarangire’s elephant herds and baobab-studded landscape — ideal for travellers with limited time, or as the safari portion of a trip closing with a Zanzibar beach extension.
Detailed Itinerary
Arusha to Lake Manyara National Park
A short drive to Lake Manyara, with an afternoon game drive through groundwater forest and soda lake shoreline.
Full Day Lake Manyara, Transfer to Tarangire
A morning game drive for tree-climbing lions and flamingos, then an afternoon transfer to Tarangire.
Full Day Tarangire Game Drives
Exploring Tarangire’s riverine landscape, home to one of Tanzania’s largest elephant concentrations outside the Serengeti ecosystem.
As above
Return to Arusha
Morning game drive before the return transfer to Arusha, timed against your onward flight.
Permits & Costs
| Lake Manyara park entry | ~$53 per person per day |
| Tarangire park entry | ~$60 per person per day |
Who This Itinerary Suits
Travellers with limited time, or those pairing a short safari with a Zanzibar beach extension for the rest of the trip.
Tour Includes
- Travel in a 4×4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof hatch
- Professional English-speaking driver-guide
- All accommodation per itinerary
- Meals as specified
- Park entry fees
Tour Excludes
- International flights
- Visas
- Alcoholic drinks
- Tips & gratuities
- Travel insurance
Frequently Asked Questions
Can this be extended with a Zanzibar beach stay?
Yes — this itinerary is genuinely designed to pair well with a Zanzibar extension for travellers wanting both safari and beach in one trip.
Is this itinerary too short to be worthwhile?
Not at all — both parks reward even a single dedicated day each, making this a genuinely satisfying short safari rather than a rushed sample.
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