3 Days Small Group Joining Safari In Tanzania

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3 Days, 2 Nights

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Tour Overview

Our 3 Days Small Group Joining Safari in Tanzania is the ideal short yet immersive adventure for travellers seeking to experience Tanzania’s spectacular wildlife without committing to a long holiday. Perfect for solo travellers, couples, backpackers, and friends, this shared lodge safari offers exceptional value, comfort, and unforgettable game viewing, all while sharing costs with like-minded explorers.

Despite its short duration, this 3 Days Small Group Joining Safari in Tanzania delivers a powerful and fulfilling safari experience. You’ll visit two of the most iconic wildlife destinations in the Northern Circuit: Tarangire National Park and the world-famous Ngorongoro Crater. Over three days, enjoy professional guided game drives, breathtaking landscapes, and comfortable lodge accommodation designed for relaxation after your adventure-filled days.

Why Choose This 3 Days Small Group Joining Safari?

Affordable safari experience with shared costs
Guaranteed window seats in a customized 4×4 safari vehicle
Professional English-speaking safari guides
Perfect for travellers who want a high-quality safari at a budget-friendly price
Ideal for meeting new people and sharing unforgettable wildlife encounters
Operated by Kiwoito Africa Safaris, your trusted local safari expert

The Perfect Balance of Adventure, Comfort & Budget

If you’re looking for an affordable, well-planned, and memorable Tanzania safari, our 3 Days Small Group Joining Safari in Tanzania offers the perfect blend of value, wildlife experiences, comfort, and expert guiding all packed into a short yet unforgettable adventure.

Tour Summary

Day 1

Arusha – Manyara National Park

Accommodation: Siafu Serenity Lodge

Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 2

Mto Wa Mbu – Ngorongoro Crater Tour

Accommodation: Ngorongoro Wild Camp

Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch , Dinner

Day 3

Ngorongoro – Tarangire National Park – Arusha

No Accommodation

Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch

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Day by day

Day 1: Arusha – Manyara National Park

Your exciting 3 Days Small Group Joining Safari in Tanzania begins this morning in Arusha. After a short briefing from your professional Kiwoito Africa Safaris guide, you board your comfortable 4×4 safari vehicle and start your journey toward the breathtaking Lake Manyara National Park a scenic drive of about 2 to 2.5 hours through small villages, farms, and lush landscapes.

Upon arrival at the park’s gate, you will dive straight into your first thrilling game drive. Lake Manyara is celebrated for its stunning variety of habitats, ranging from dense evergreen forests to open savannah, hot springs, and the shimmering alkaline lake that forms the heart of the park.

As you explore, keep your eyes open for:

The famous tree-climbing lions
Large troops of baboons among the biggest in Africa
Graceful giraffes strolling across the plains
Herds of buffaloes, zebras, and wildebeests
Over 400 species of birds, including flamingos and pelicans

The Rift Valley escarpment provides a dramatic backdrop as you enjoy your picnic lunch at a picturesque viewpoint. Your guide will share insights about the park’s ecosystem, wildlife behavior, and the remarkable birdlife that makes Manyara a birdwatcher’s paradise.

In the late afternoon, you exit the park and drive to your comfortable lodge in Karatu, where you check in, refresh, and enjoy a delicious dinner. Spend the evening relaxing and sharing stories with fellow travellers as you prepare for the next day’s adventure.

Accommodation: Siafu Serenity Lodge

Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 2: Mto Wa Mbu - Ngorongoro Crater Tour

After an early breakfast at your lodge, your guide picks you up for another exciting day of exploration. You depart from Mto wa Mbu and make your way toward one of Africa’s most breathtaking natural wonders the Ngorongoro Crater. The journey takes you through lush highlands and traditional Maasai villages, offering beautiful scenery and cultural glimpses along the way.

Upon reaching the crater viewpoint, enjoy a brief stop to admire the jaw-dropping panorama of the world’s largest intact volcanic caldera a photographer’s dream. After taking in the views, you descend 600 meters into the crater floor for a full-day game drive.

The Ngorongoro Crater is often described as a “Garden of Eden”, boasting a dense concentration of wildlife found nowhere else in the world. During your tour, keep your eyes open for:

The legendary Big Five (lion, elephant, buffalo, leopard, and the rare black rhino)
Massive hippo pools
Spotted hyenas, golden jackals, and cheetahs
Flamingos and other birdlife near Lake Magadi
Grazing herds of wildebeest, zebras, and gazelles

Your guide will find the perfect spot for a picnic lunch inside the crater, allowing you to enjoy a meal surrounded by wildlife and stunning scenery.

In the afternoon, continue your game drive through this rich ecosystem as your guide interprets the natural history and unique geology that make Ngorongoro a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Later, you ascend the crater rim and drive back to your lodge in Karatu. Enjoy dinner, relax, and share safari stories with the group as you prepare for your final day.

Accommodation: Ngorongoro Wild Camp

Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 3: Ngorongoro - Tarangire National Park - Arusha

After an early breakfast, you check out of your lodge and begin your journey toward the magnificent Tarangire National Park, the final highlight of your 3 Days Small Group Joining Safari in Tanzania. Enjoy a scenic drive through rural landscapes, Maasai settlements, and open plains as you approach one of Tanzania’s most beloved wildlife destinations.

Upon arrival at Tarangire, you enter a park renowned for its towering baobab trees, sweeping savannahs, and incredible density of wildlife especially during the dry season. Tarangire is famously known as the home of the giants, hosting one of the largest elephant populations in Tanzania. As you begin your game drive, expect exciting wildlife encounters including:

Impressive elephant herds
Lions lounging beneath acacia trees
Giraffes gracefully roaming across the plains
Wildebeests, zebras, buffaloes, and hartebeests
A wide variety of bird species, from vibrant hornbills to majestic eagles

Your guide will find a beautiful picnic site within the park where you will enjoy lunch surrounded by the natural beauty of Tarangire.

After lunch, continue your game drive across the park’s diverse habitats — swamps, woodlands, riverine areas, and open grasslands — offering endless opportunities for photography and wildlife viewing.

In the late afternoon, you exit the park and begin your drive back to Arusha. Arrive in the early evening, where your guide will drop you off at your preferred location, marking the end of your incredible 3 days Tanzania small group safari.

No Accommodation

Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner