2-Day Private Tarangire National Park and Materuni Waterfalls Tour

Tarangire River

Giraffes

Elephants

Materuni Waterfall

Highlights

Explore Tarangire National Park, known for its large elephant herds and ancient baobab trees

Enjoy a scenic hike, swimming, and a coffee tour with the local Chagga community near Materuni Waterfall

Tarangire National Park, Zanzibar, Dar es Salaam

nature, safari, cultural

Private Tour

2 Days

Medium

English, Swahili

Description

Explore Tarangire National Park's majestic baobabs and large elephant herds, with opportunities to see lions, giraffes, and diverse bird species. After a full-day safari, visit Materuni Waterfalls near Mount Kilimanjaro for a refreshing swim and a coffee-making tour. Return to Arusha and depart for Zanzibar.

Itinerary

Day 1: Adventure in Tarangire National Park
- Transfer from Zanzibar or Dar as Salaam to Tarangire National Park.
- On this day, we will get lost in the stunning landscapes of Tarangire National Park, famous for its large elephant herds and ancient baobab trees. The park offers diverse wildlife viewing opportunities, including lions, giraffes, and various bird species.
- We will explore the rolling savannahs and witness the vibrant ecosystem of Tarangire.
- After an amazing game drive, we will return to Arusha, ending our safari.
Accommodation: Malkia Trees Lodge in Arusha.
Time: Full-day safari in Tarangire National Park (approximately 9—10 hours).
Distance: Approximately 120km (75 mi) from your accommodation to Tarangire National Park.
Day 2: Materuni Waterfalls
- Materuni Waterfalls, located near the village of Materuni at the base of Mount Kilimanjaro, is a stunning 90m (295ft) waterfall. It is accessible by a scenic hike through coffee and banana plantations.
- Visitors can swim in the natural pool and enjoy a traditional coffee-making tour with the local Chagga community. The waterfall is just a short drive from Arusha.
- After the trip, we will drop you off at Kilimanjaro International Airport for your evening flight to Zanzibar.

What's Included

All accommodations All activities, unless indicated as optional

All transportation (Unless labeled as optional)

Meals (As specified in the day-by-day section)

Taxes / VAT

All transport by road

Park fees

Professional guide

Drinking water (On all days)

Government-imposed increase of taxes or park fees

All meals on safaris

Quality safari jeep

Guide wages

Airport Pickup

Air conditional car

Beer

What's Excluded

Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour

International flights Personal items (Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)

Tips (Tipping guideline US$10.00 pp per day)

Know Before You Go

Our representative will collect you from the airport and take you to your accommodation in Arusha for the night.

We are happy to book accommodation before and after your safari if needed.

Flying into Arusha / Kilimanjaro Airports is quite straightforward. English is widely spoken and used for signs and directions.

Arusha airport is a 30-minute drive from Arusha.

Kilimanjaro Airport is roughly a one-hour drive from Arusha. If you arrive on an international flight, clearing immigration can be lengthy.

The local currency is the Tanzanian Shillings. US Dollars and Euros are widely accepted. Most places will not accept older US dollar bills (printed before 2006).

If you intend to use your credit or debit card to withdraw funds, we suggest taking more than one card with you as you may find that your card is not accepted at the first ATM. You may try Visa and Maestro cards are best.

We recommend informing your bank that you will use your card abroad to avoid being blocked. These are available in Arusha and allow you to withdraw local currency.

We advise you to arrive in Arusha at least one day before your trip begins. Return flights can be booked for the late afternoon/evening of the final day of your Safari, but please ensure your guide is aware of this so that you can arrive at the airport in plenty of time for your flight.

Please check with the relevant Embassy in your country for up-to-date visa and passport information. Ensure your passport will not expire within six months of your trip (i.e., if your trip is in September, make sure it is valid until at least March of the following year) and that it has at least three clear pages.

You will probably need a visa to enter Tanzania. Check with your country’s government travel website to find out how to get your visa. Most visas can be bought on arrival into the country.

You will require vaccinations for your trip. As we are not medically trained, we cannot give detailed advice on vaccination requirements. However, the following vaccinations are generally recommended for Tanzania: Tetanus, Polio, Hepatitis A, Typhoid, Rabies, Yellow Fever, and Malaria. (Yellow fever vaccination is compulsory when you enter Tanzania from a country with yellow fever).

Vaccination certificates are often checked at immigration. If you are entering Tanzania from a country that does not have Yellow Fever, vaccination is not needed. Please visit the World Health Organization website for an up-to-date list. http://www.who.int/ith/ITH_Annex_I.pdf

In some areas we visit, there is a risk of contracting Malaria. You must know that whatever malaria tablets you take only offer partial protection. They must be coupled with your physical efforts against being bitten - the best prevention. Malaria-carrying mosquitoes come out at sunset, so you should wear long sleeves and trousers from this time. Exposed skin, especially ankles, should have insect repellent containing 'Deet' applied to them.

We strongly recommend that you have extensive travel insurance to cover you for your trip. It is also wise to leave a copy of your insurance policy with a friend or relative for safekeeping. Your policy should include adequate Medical Emergency and Repatriation coverage.

Tanzania has a well-established tipping culture.

Guides: If you feel you have received good service, a typical tip is U$D 10-15 per person daily.

Security: All towns and cities have their share of petty crime, and sensible precautions need to be taken. Wearing expensive-looking jewellery/watches and carrying cameras will draw unnecessary attention. You may find a simple money belt is more discrete than a bag. Always be aware of your surroundings, and when approached by people you do not know, be very careful. At night in towns, it's best to use a taxi rather than walk around the streets. Single women, in particular, need to be careful, and we suggest that it is safer to be in a group.

In Tanzania, the year is loosely divided into the 'short' rains (November) and the 'long' rains (March to May). The 'rains' usually last one or two hours daily and are followed by hot, sunny weather. Nights can be surprisingly cold at higher altitudes, e.g., Ngorongoro Crater.

What To Bring

Luggage

Clothes

Shoes

Sun Protection

First aid

Photography & Electrical Equipment

Strong bag/carry case to protect the camera

Zip lock/plastic bags are useful for dusty/sandy conditions

Spare/extra batteries

Memory/Storage media (2 x memory cards in case one gets corrupted)

Binoculars

Photography etiquette

Electrical charging & power supply

All our safari vehicles have power/charging points. Please bring travel adaptors to ensure they suit your appliances/devices.

Phones / Wi-Fi

Meeting Point

Arusha Airport, Arusha, Tanzania

Cancellation Policy

For cancellations within 24 hours before the tour -

Refund of 50% of the tour price.

Price

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1 to 6	/person
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1 to 6	/person
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Itinerary

Day 1: Adventure in Tarangire National Park

Day 2: Materuni Waterfalls

What's Included

What's Excluded

Know Before You Go

What To Bring

Meeting Point

Cancellation Policy

Price

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