If you want more than a quick safari but still need a budget-friendly option, this 3 Day Budget Safari from Moshi is the perfect balance. Starting and ending in Moshi, this trip covers Tarangire National Park, Ngorongoro Crater, and Lake Manyara National Park — a powerful combination of landscapes, wildlife, and cultural encounters.
Start/End: Moshi (hotel pick-up and drop-off included)
Duration: 3 Days / 2 Nights
Destinations: Tarangire, Ngorongoro Crater, Lake Manyara
Safari Style: Budget (shared jeep, camping or lodge options)
Highlights: Big Five, elephants, flamingos, tree-climbing lions, crater drive
Morning pick-up in Moshi, drive to Tarangire National Park (approx. 4–5 hours).
Game drive among elephants, baobab trees, giraffes, lions, zebras, and wildebeests.
Picnic lunch inside the park.
Evening transfer to Mto wa Mbu / Karatu for dinner and overnight at a budget lodge or campsite.
Meals: Lunch & Dinner included
Early breakfast and descent into the Ngorongoro Crater (600m deep).
Half-day game drive spotting black rhinos, lions, buffalo, hippos, and abundant birdlife.
Picnic lunch at a scenic spot inside the crater.
Afternoon drive back to Karatu for overnight stay.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner included
After breakfast, short drive to Lake Manyara National Park.
Game drive through lush forest, acacia woodland, and the famous soda lake — home to flamingos, elephants, and the rare tree-climbing lions.
Picnic lunch in the park.
Afternoon return drive to Moshi, arriving in the evening.
Meals: Breakfast & Lunch included
✔️ 4×4 safari jeep with open roof
✔️ Professional driver-guide
✔️ Park fees (all three parks)
✔️ 2 nights budget accommodation (lodge or camping)
✔️ Meals as per itinerary
✔️ Drinking water during safari
❌ International flights
❌ Travel insurance
❌ Tips for driver/guide
❌ Personal items, alcohol & soft drinks
Covers three iconic safari parks in just 3 days
Affordable camping or budget lodge options
Daily departures from Moshi available
High chance to see Big Five & diverse birdlife
Perfect for travelers with limited time and budget
Combines savannah, crater, and lake ecosystems
Excellent for photography & wildlife diversity
Affordable, well-organized, and beginner-friendly safari
Great add-on after a Kilimanjaro trek
1. How far is Moshi from Tarangire?
About 210 km (4–5 hours by road).
2. Can I customize this safari?
Yes, you can add Serengeti or extend nights at an extra cost.
3. What is the group size?
Budget safaris usually run with 4–6 people in a jeep.
4. Is camping safe?
Yes, campsites are inside or near parks with security and facilities.
5. What is the best time to do this safari?
Year-round, but June–October is ideal for wildlife viewing.
Prices depend on accommodation and group size:
Camping: From $520 per person
Budget Lodge: From $580 per person
(Discounts available for groups and children.)
This 3 day budget safari from Moshi gives you a real taste of Tanzania’s wilderness — from Tarangire’s elephants to Ngorongoro’s Big Five and Lake Manyara’s flamingos. Affordable, short, and packed with adventure, it’s the perfect getaway.
👉 Contact us today to reserve your spot and start planning your safari adventure!
Fullmoon Safaris is a locally owned tour operator based in Moshi, Kilimanjaro. They’re registered and managing their own packages, including safaris (Serengeti, Ngorongoro, Manyara, Tarangire) and Kilimanjaro treks, with a local foundation receiving 10% of income.
Founded by Emmanuel Teshaa, the company has been operating since around 2011 with a team of 26–50 employees TanzaPages+1.
A Traveller (Thibaut & Florie) described a 6‑day climb via Machame route as “unbelievable and unforgettable,” praising the guides, cook and cheerful porters. They felt safe and well-supported at all times Tripadvisor.
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Returning client Sid (July 2023) booked a 3‑day safari and a coffee/waterfalls day trip with Emmanuel, and praised the accommodation, guide knowledge, and overall seamless experience. “You can be 100% confident…” he wrote Tripadvisor.
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