Commence your safari in Arusha the gateway to Northern Tanzania’s popular wildlife destinations, over three days explore Tarangire National Park, Ngorongoro Crater and Lake Manyara National Park. Organised by Tanzania Safari Radar, this group-sharing safari tour includes guided game drives, shared transport in a 4x4 safari vehicle and accommodation basing on your selected package. Travel alongside fellow explorers, share safari costs and discover Tanzania’s wildlife with an experienced driver-guide who will help you to identify animals and understand their behaviour and natural habitats.
Your first destination to visit is Tarangire National Park which famous for its large elephant herds, ancient baobab trees and diverse wildlife. During your game drive look for elephants, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest. Lions, leopards and other predators also inhabit the park. During the dry season, the Tarangire River becomes an important water source hence attracting wildlife from surrounding areas and creating excellent opportunities to observe animals in their natural environment. The park combines river valleys, open plains and scattered woodlands makes it a rewarding destination for wildlife lovers and photographers.
3-Day Group Joining Safari Tour Overview
Experience the best of Tanzania's Northern Safari Circuit on this unforgettable 3-Day Group Joining Safari from Arusha, visiting Tarangire National Park, the world-famous Ngorongoro Crater, and Lake Manyara National Park. Designed for travellers seeking an affordable yet rewarding African safari, this shared group adventure offers the opportunity to explore Tanzania's incredible wildlife, beautiful landscapes, and diverse ecosystems while traveling with like-minded safari enthusiasts. With comfortable safari transportation and an experienced professional guide, you will enjoy exciting game drives in some of Tanzania's most celebrated wildlife destinations.
This 3-day safari is perfect for solo travellers, couples, friends, and small groups looking to experience an authentic African wildlife adventure at a budget-friendly price. Discover large elephant herds in Tarangire, search for the Big Five in the spectacular Ngorongoro Crater, and encounter diverse wildlife and beautiful scenery in Lake Manyara. From breathtaking landscapes to unforgettable wildlife encounters, this group joining safari promises an exciting introduction to Tanzania's natural beauty and rich wildlife heritage in 2026-2027.
3-Day Group Joining Safari Tour Details
| Duration | 3 days |
| Starting | Arusha |
| Ending | Arusha |
| Tour Style | Group Safari Tour |
| Accommodation | Tented Camps, Lodge |
| Transport | 4X4 Land Cruiser |
| Best Time | Jan-Dec |
National Parks & Destinations
Ngorongoro Crater
Ngorongoro Crater is one of Africa's most spectacular natural wildlife destinations and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Formed from an ancient volcanic caldera, the crater features breathtaking landscapes, open grasslands, forests, wetlands, and a permanent water supply that supports a remarkable concentration of wildlife. During your crater game drive, you will have opportunities to spot elephants, lions, buffaloes, zebras, wildebeests, hippos, and, with some luck, the endangered black rhinoceros. Its exceptional wildlife density makes Ngorongoro one of the best places in Tanzania to search for the Big Five in a single day.
Tarangire National Park
The park is famous for its enormous elephant herds, ancient baobab trees and beautiful savannah landscapes. The Tarangire River is the park's main water source attracting large numbers of animals during the dry season. During your game drive, you may encounter elephants, lions, giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, buffaloes and various antelope species. The park is also an excellent destination for birdwatching, with numerous bird species inhabiting its diverse ecosystems. Tarangire offers a fantastic opportunity to experience Tanzania's wilderness and enjoy incredible wildlife photography.
Lake Manyara National Park
Lake Manyara National Park is a beautiful and diverse wildlife destination known for its scenic lake, lush groundwater forests, open grasslands, and impressive birdlife. The park is most famous for its tree-climbing lions, large troops of baboons, elephants, giraffes, zebras and numerous other wildlife species. Lake Manyara is also an excellent destination for bird enthusiasts with flamingos and many other waterbirds often found around the lake, depending on seasonal conditions. Its combination of beautiful scenery, rich biodiversity, and varied habitats makes it a wonderful final destination for your three-day Tanzania safari tour.
Itinerary (Day by Day)
Day 1
Arusha to Tarangire National Park
Travel from Arusha to Tarangire National Park before driving to Ngorongoro area during the evening.
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Arusha to Tarangire National Park
Travel from Arusha to Tarangire National Park before driving to Ngorongoro area during the evening.
View full detailsBegin your safari with a morning travel from Arusha to Tarangire National Park which is known for its large elephant herds, ancient baobab trees and wildlife-rich savannah. Enjoy a game drive in search of elephants, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest and lions as your guide explores the park’s different habitats. After wildlife viewing and a picnic lunch then continue to the Ngorongoro area for dinner and an overnight stay at your selected accommodation.
Day 2
Ngorongoro Crater to Lake Manyara
Explore Ngorongoro Crater before continuing to Mto Wa Mbu for dinner and an overnight stay.
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Ngorongoro Crater to Lake Manyara
Explore Ngorongoro Crater before continuing to Mto Wa Mbu for dinner and an overnight stay.
View full detailsAfter breakfast descend into Ngorongoro Crater for a game drive across open grasslands, wetlands, and woodland. The crater supports a wide range of wildlife, including lions, elephants, buffaloes, zebras, hippos, and the endangered black rhino. Enjoy opportunities to observe animals in their natural surroundings and photograph the crater’s distinctive landscape. After the game drive and lunch, travel to Mto Wa Mbu area for dinner and an overnight stay.
Day 3
Lake Manyara Game Drive and return to Arusha
Join a game drive in Lake Manyara then return to Arusha
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Lake Manyara Game Drive and return to Arusha
Join a game drive in Lake Manyara then return to Arusha
View full detailsIn the morning enter Lake Manyara National Park for a game drive. Look for elephants, giraffes, baboons, hippos and numerous bird species, while keeping watch for the park’s famous tree-climbing lions. The changing environment provides opportunities for wildlife photography and a final look for different animals found in the park. After the game drive and lunch begin your return journey to Arusha bringing your 3-day group sharing safari to an end.
