Tanzania · Safari

2-Day Tarangire and Ngorongoro Safari with Big Five Game Drives

2 Days Round trip from Babati Rural Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Explore Tarangire National Park and spot elephants, lions, giraffes, and other wildlife
  • 02 Witness over 500 bird species and the park's iconic baobab trees
  • 03 Descend into Ngorongoro Crater and encounter the Big Five and rare black rhinoceros
  • 04 Enjoy a scenic picnic lunch at the hippo pool with panoramic crater views

Explore Tanzania's wildlife on a 2-day private safari through Tarangire National Park and Ngorongoro Crater. Witness Tarangire's large elephant herds, ancient baobab trees, and diverse wildlife, including zebras, giraffes, buffalo, and lions. Descend into Ngorongoro Crater to spot the Big Five and other abundant species while enjoying a scenic picnic at the hippo pool. Experience expertly guided game drives, breathtaking panoramic views, and birdwatching opportunities on this short yet immersive wildlife adventure.

Descend into Ngorongoro Crater to spot the Big Five and other abundant species while enjoying a scenic picnic at the hippo pool.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 2 Days
Tour type Private
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Not included
Transport Included
Wheelchair access No
Cities Arusha, Babati, Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Tarangire National Park
Languages English, French, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Tarangire National Park Safari and Overnight in Karatu

  • Morning - Departure from Arusha and game drive
  • Depart from Arusha in the morning and drive approximately 2-3 hours to Tarangire National Park.
  • Enter the park and begin your first game drive, exploring open savannahs, seasonal swamps, and the Tarangire River, which attracts wildlife year-round.
  • Spot large herds of elephants, zebras, wildebeest, giraffes, buffalo, and impalas.
  • Observe predators such as lions, leopards, and cheetahs in their natural habitat.
  • Afternoon - Wildlife exploration and picnic
  • Enjoy a picnic lunch at a designated site inside the park, overlooking wildlife-rich surroundings.
  • Continue afternoon game drives, exploring different areas of the park.
  • Observe over 500 bird species, including hornbills, ostriches, and colorful lovebirds.
  • Evening - Transfer to lodge
  • Exit the park in the late afternoon and drive to your lodge or tented camp near Tarangire or in the Karatu area.

Dinner and overnight at Peak Hotel Karatu.

Meals: Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Peak Hotel Karatu

2
Day 02

Ngorongoro Crater Safari and Return to Arusha

  • Morning - Departure and crater rim viewpoint
  • After an early breakfast, depart for the Ngorongoro Conservation Area.
  • Stop briefly at the crater rim viewpoint for breathtaking panoramic views.
  • Descend 600 meters into the crater floor to begin your game drive.
  • Midday - Ngorongoro Crater game drive and picnic
  • Explore the crater, home to over 25,000 animals.
  • Spot the Big Five: lion, elephant, buffalo, leopard, and the endangered black rhinoceros.
  • Observe other wildlife, including hippos, hyenas, jackals, and large flocks of flamingos around the soda lake.
  • Enjoy a scenic picnic lunch at the hippo pool, one of the most picturesque spots in Africa.
  • Afternoon - Game drive and return to Arusha
  • Continue game viewing after lunch.
  • Ascend the crater walls in the afternoon.
  • Begin the scenic drive back to Arusha, arriving in the early evening.
Tarangire National Park, ancient baobab trees and Tarangire River, Ngorongoro Crater hippo pool

Where this trip takes you

Tarangire National Park, ancient baobab trees and Tarangire River, Ngorongoro Crater hippo pool

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Babati Rural 4 cities · 2 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Park fees
  • Transport fees
  • Government fees
  • Drinks (soda and water)

What's Not Included

  • Personal purchases
  • Tips

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Arusha Region, Tanzania
Tour start
Babati Rural, Tanzania
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 2 days finish where they began, in Babati Rural.

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