Which parks are visited on this 3-day joining safari?

The itinerary includes Tarangire National Park, Ngorongoro Crater, and Lake Manyara National Park.

Where does the safari start and end?

The safari normally starts and ends in Arusha, Tanzania.

What is a joining safari?

A joining safari is a shared trip where individual travelers or small parties travel together in one safari vehicle and share the applicable trip costs.

How many people will be in the safari vehicle?

The group size depends on the departure and vehicle capacity. Confirm the maximum group size with Chimera African Safaris before booking.

Which animals can I see?

Possible sightings include elephants, lions, buffaloes, giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, hippos, and numerous bird species. Black rhinos may be seen in Ngorongoro, while Lake Manyara is known for its diverse birdlife and occasional tree-climbing lion sightings. Sightings are not guaranteed.

Where will we sleep during the safari?

The package includes two overnight stays at budget campsites or lodges, depending on the accommodation option confirmed at booking.

3-Day Tanzania Join Safari: Tarangire, Ngorongoro & Lake Manyara

Transportation
Shares Safari Jeep
Accomodation
Lodge/ Camps
Departure From
Arusha
Tour type
Join safari
Meals
All meals during the trip
Language
English
Group Size
2-7
Minimum Age
12
Maximum Age
65

Overview

Itinerary

Cost

FAQs

Overview

Itinerary

Cost

FAQs

Overview

Discover three spectacular wildlife destinations on this exciting 3-day Tanzania joining safari from Arusha with Chimera African Safaris. Designed for travelers seeking an affordable Northern Circuit adventure, this small-group safari combines incredible wildlife viewing, beautiful landscapes, and opportunities to meet fellow travelers.

Explore Tarangire National Park, famous for its giant baobab trees and large elephant herds. Visit the magnificent Ngorongoro Crater, one of Africa’s most celebrated wildlife destinations, where you can search for lions, buffaloes, zebras, wildebeests, and the endangered black rhino. Finish your adventure in Lake Manyara National Park, known for its groundwater forest, diverse birdlife, and scenic lake surroundings.

Travel in a shared 4×4 safari vehicle with a professional guide, enjoy picnic lunches during game drives, and spend two nights in comfortable budget accommodation or campsites, according to your selected package.

This 3-day group safari is ideal for solo travelers, couples, friends, and budget-conscious visitors who want to experience Tanzania’s famous wildlife parks without the cost of a fully private safari.

Highlights

Visit three famous Northern Tanzania safari destinations in three days.
Enjoy wildlife viewing in Tarangire National Park.
Explore Ngorongoro Crater on a crater-floor game drive.
Discover Lake Manyara's forests, lake scenery, and birdlife.
Enjoy a professional English-speaking guide and 4x4 safari vehicle.

Day 1 :

Arusha to Tarangire National Park – Game Drive and Overnight Stay

Your adventure begins with a morning pickup in Arusha. Meet your professional safari guide and fellow travelers before departing for Tarangire National Park.

After entering the park, enjoy a game drive through landscapes dotted with giant baobab trees, open grasslands, and acacia woodland. Tarangire is particularly famous for its elephant herds, and you may also spot giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, impalas, buffaloes, and a variety of bird species. Lions and other predators may be seen depending on wildlife movements.

Enjoy a picnic lunch at a designated picnic site before continuing your afternoon game drive. Later in the day, leave the park and travel to your campsite or lodge in the Mto wa Mbu or Karatu area, depending on the confirmed accommodation arrangements.

Enjoy dinner and relax after your first day on safari.

Meals: Picnic lunch and dinner
Accommodation: Budget campsite or lodge

Day 2 :

Ngorongoro Crater – Full Wildlife Safari

Wake up early and enjoy breakfast before traveling to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Descend into the spectacular Ngorongoro Crater for an unforgettable game drive across its grasslands, wetlands, and other habitats.

The crater supports a rich variety of wildlife. Keep an eye out for lions, elephants, buffaloes, zebras, wildebeests, hyenas, hippos, and numerous bird species. With luck, you may also spot the endangered black rhino. Wildlife sightings cannot be guaranteed, but Ngorongoro offers excellent opportunities to observe animals in a remarkable natural setting.

Enjoy a picnic lunch at a designated site during your crater excursion. After your game drive, ascend the crater and return to your accommodation in the Karatu or Mto wa Mbu area for dinner and your second overnight stay.

Meals: Breakfast, picnic lunch, and dinner
Accommodation: Budget campsite or lodge

Day 3 :

Lake Manyara National Park – Game Drive and Return to Arusha

After breakfast, depart for Lake Manyara National Park for the final day of your Tanzania safari.

Enjoy a game drive through the park's varied habitats, including groundwater forest, open areas, and lake-side environments. Look for elephants, giraffes, zebras, baboons, blue monkeys, buffaloes, and a rich variety of birdlife. Depending on seasonal conditions, you may see flamingos and other waterbirds around the lake. Lake Manyara is also associated with tree-climbing lions, although sightings are not guaranteed.

Enjoy a picnic lunch or a meal arranged according to your package, then continue exploring the park before beginning your return journey to Arusha in the afternoon.

Your 3-day joining safari concludes with drop-off at your hotel or another agreed location in Arusha.

Meals: Breakfast and picnic lunch
Accommodation: Not included on this day