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3-Day Tarangire, Ngorongoro & Kilimanjaro Discovery
3 Days Tarangire National Park · Ngorongoro Crater · Mount Kilimanjaro Private safari
From $715 per person
From $715 per person
Embark on a refined short-stay expedition through Northern Tanzania's most legendary landscapes. This itinerary is expertly crafted for those who wish to combine the thrill of big game viewing with the invigorating experience of a high-altitude hike on Africa's tallest peak, all within a compact timeframe.
Your adventure begins in the baobab-studded plains of Tarangire, renowned for its incredible elephant density, before descending into the verdant Ngorongoro Crater. This ancient caldera serves as a natural sanctuary for the Big Five, offering one of the most concentrated wildlife viewing experiences on the planet.
The journey concludes with an exhilarating day trek onto the Shira Plateau of Mount Kilimanjaro. This allows you to breathe the crisp mountain air and witness the dramatic volcanic vistas of the 'Roof of Africa' without the commitment of a multi-day summit climb.
Day by Day
Travel from Arusha to the home of giants, Tarangire, for an afternoon of game viewing amongst ancient baobabs. After a bush picnic, continue exploring the riverbanks before retiring to the Mto wa Mbu area.
Descend early into the world-famous Ngorongoro Crater for a morning of unparalleled wildlife encounters in the caldera. Spot rare black rhinos and lions before returning to Arusha for the evening.
Depart at dawn for the Kilimanjaro foothills to hike the Shira Plateau. Enjoy spectacular views of the Kibo Peak and the alpine desert before returning to Arusha in the late afternoon.
The dry months from June to October offer the best wildlife sightings as animals congregate near water sources. For clear views of Mount Kilimanjaro, the months of January and February are also highly recommended.
Questions
The day hike to Shira Plateau is moderately challenging but accessible to most people with a basic level of fitness; it reaches an altitude of approximately 3,600m.
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