3-Day Camping Safari Tarangire, Ngorongoro, Manyara

The adventure camping safari begins at Tarangire National Park, renowned for its high density of elephants and baobab trees. The park covers an area of approximately 2,850 square kilometers, making it the sixth largest national park in Tanzania. Upon arrival, the sheer magnitude of the landscape, dotted with ancient baobabs and meandering rivers, sets the stage for an epic safari experience.

Tarangire is home to one of the largest elephant populations in Tanzania, with herds sometimes numbering into the hundreds. These majestic creatures are often seen wandering amidst the park’s savannah, providing spectacular sightings for wildlife enthusiasts. Besides elephants, Tarangire is a sanctuary for buffaloes, giraffes, zebras, lions, and a myriad of bird species, including the rare Ashy Starling and the imposing Martial Eagle.

The Tarangire River

The lifeline of the park, the Tarangire River, attracts a plethora of wildlife, especially during the dry season when animals gather around it for water. This presents an excellent opportunity for game viewing as predators and prey converge in the vicinity of the river, creating dramatic scenes of nature at its most raw and beautiful.

After a night spent under the starlit African sky, continue with your camping safari journey towards the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. The highlight here is the Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, which is the world’s largest intact volcanic caldera. Descending into the crater is like stepping into a world lost in time, with its thriving ecosystem and stunning landscapes.

A Haven for Wildlife

The crater floor, with its rich pastures and permanent water sources, hosts an impressive array of wildlife, including the Big Five (lion, leopard, rhinoceros, elephant, and buffalo). It’s one of the few places in Africa where you have a high chance of seeing the endangered black rhinoceros. The dense concentration of wildlife, coupled with the stunning backdrop of the crater walls, makes for an unparalleled safari experience.

A part from enjoy the game viewing you will also visit the a Maasai village for a fascinating glimpse into their traditional way of life which provides a cultural dimension to this camping safari adventure. The Maasai people use to graze their cattle alongside the wild animals for centuries.

The final leg of the camping safari takes us to Lake Manyara National Park, famed for its spectacular flamingo colonies and diverse ecosystems. The park is a birdwatcher’s paradise, with more than 400 bird species recorded. However, its diversity extends beyond avian life; Lake Manyara is home to the legendary tree-climbing lions, a phenomenon seen in very few places in the world.

Lake Manyara National Park showcases a variety of habitats within its relatively small area, including groundwater forests, grassy plains, and the alkaline lake itself. The park’s diverse landscapes provide a habitat for a wide range of wildlife, from large mammals like elephants and buffaloes to a myriad of monkey species.

The Alkaline Lake

The centerpiece of the park, Lake Manyara, is an alkaline lake that attracts thousands of flamingos and other water birds, creating a vibrant spectacle of pink amidst the blue waters. The lake’s high concentration of algae serves as a magnet for these birds, offering an unforgettable sight for visitors.