3-Day Budget Group Safari: Tarangire, Ngorongoro Crater…

The itinerary

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   Overview

   • 3-Day Budget Group Safari: Tarangire, Ngorongoro Crater and Kilimanjaro
   • This 3-day Tanzania trek is built around Tarangire, Ngorongoro Crater and Kilimanjaro. The route is organized around walking days, mountain conditions and the time needed to move between trail sections.
   • The daily plan moves through Arusha → Tarangire National Park → Mto wa Mbu, Ngorongoro Crater → Arusha, Mount Kilimanjaro Day Hike (Shira Plateau).
   • This is arranged as a joining-group departure. A local guide and safari vehicle manage the route, park entry procedures and daily driving schedule for the group.
   • Overnight stays use the lodge or camp level shown in the package details, with the exact properties confirmed in the accommodation section. Group size, meal arrangements and included services should be reviewed together because they affect the practical cost of the route.
   • Listed inclusions include All Park entrances & taxes, All Meals (breakfast, lunch & dinner), soft drinks & water (bottled water 3litres or more a day).
   • ✨ Safari Highlights
   • 📋 Day-by-Day Itinerary
   • Your adventure begins after meeting your driver-guide in Arusha. You will depart for Tarangire National Park, approximately a 2-hour scenic drive.
   • Upon arrival, enjoy your first game drive in this wildlife-rich park, famous for its large elephant herds, ancient baobab trees, and diverse ecosystems.
   • You may encounter lions, giraffes, zebras, and a variety of bird species.
   • A picnic lunch will be served in the park before continuing your afternoon game drive.
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   Part 1

   • In the evening, transfer to Mto wa Mbu for dinner and overnight at your lodge.
   • Depart early in the morning for the Ngorongoro Conservation Area to maximize wildlife viewing opportunities.
   • Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater, often referred to as the “Eighth Wonder of the World.”
   • This natural caldera hosts one of the highest densities of wildlife in Africa.
   • During your game drive, you may spot elephants, lions, buffalo, zebras, wildebeest, hippos, and possibly the rare black rhino.
   • Enjoy a picnic lunch at a scenic site within the crater.
   • After your safari, ascend the crater and return to Arusha for overnight.
   • Your day begins early (around 5:00 AM) with a drive from Arusha to Mount Kilimanjaro National Park.
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   Part 2

   • Upon arrival, begin your guided day hike toward the Shira Plateau (3,600m)-a vast volcanic caldera offering breathtaking views of Kibo Peak and surrounding glaciers.
   • You may explore areas such as Shira 1 Camp, Lion Gorge, or the foothills of the Shira Pinnacles, depending on your pace and time.
   • Enjoy a packed lunch surrounded by spectacular mountain scenery before descending and returning to Arusha in the afternoon.
   • 💰 Safari Pricing
   • All prices per person. Group discounts available. Contact us for custom pricing.
   • 📍 Destinations You'll Visit
   • 📍 Arusha City – The Gateway to Tanzania Safaris & Mount Kilimanjaro
   • 📍 Tarangire National Park
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   Part 3

   • Tarangire National Park is one of Tanzania’s most underrated yet spectacular destinations. Located 120 km south of Arusha,…
   • 📍 Ngorongoro Crater
   • Ngorongoro Crater is one of the world’s most extraordinary natural wonders. Formed two to three million years ago…
   • 📍 Mount Kilimanjaro
   • Mount Kilimanjaro stands at 5,895 metres above sea level — Africa’s roof and the world’s tallest free-standing mountain.…
   • ✅ What's Included
   • All Park entrances & taxes
   • All Meals (breakfast, lunch & dinner),
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   Part 4

   • soft drinks & water (bottled water 3litres or more a day)
   • Transfer to & from the airport
   • Accommodation during safari
   • Transportation in a custom safari 4x4 with a viewing roof and guaranteed window seating
   • Safari vehicles have an inverter for charging batteries, communications radio, electric cooler, and filtered water
   • Flying Doctors insurance (AMREF) during the safari
   • ❌ Not Included
   • Tips for guides, driver & cook
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   Part 5

   • International and domestic flights
   • Tanzania Visa fee
   • Balloons In Tarangire ($600 per person )
   • 📸 Safari Photo Gallery
   • 🌟 Experience Type
   • ❓ Frequently Asked Questions
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   Part 6

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   Part 7

   • Private vehicle & expert guide
   • Full board — all meals
   • Luxury camp accommodation
   • All transfers Arusha return
   • 📋 Quick Facts
   • Duration3 Days / 2 Nights
   • Tour TypeGroup Joining Safari
   • Group SizeJoining group
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   Part 8

   • MealsBreakfast, lunch and dinner
   • DifficultyEasy — hiking needed
   • Best SeasonJanuary to March and June to October for generally drier trekking conditions.
   • AccommodationGroup
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    Part 9

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