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 see elephants, giraffes, zebras, and lions
  • 02 Descend into Ngorongoro Crater and encounter the Big Five, including black rhinoceros
  • 03 Enjoy scenic picnic lunches surrounded by wildlife and stunning landscapes
  • 04 Witness flamingos, hippos, and diverse plains game in Africa's iconic natural settings

Embark on a 2-day group safari through Tanzania's top wildlife destinations, visiting Tarangire National Park and Ngorongoro Crater. Explore Tarangire's elephant-rich savannahs and iconic baobab trees while spotting lions, giraffes, zebras, and wildebeest. Descend into Ngorongoro Crater to see the Big Five, including the rare black rhinoceros, as well as hippos, flamingos, and plains game. Enjoy scenic picnic lunches, expertly guided 4x4 game drives, and breathtaking landscapes as you share the adventure with fellow travelers from Arusha.

Spot the Big Five, including the rare black rhinoceros, as well as hippos, hyenas, jackals, and large herds of plains game.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 2 Days
Tour type Shared
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Included · Standard
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

Arusha to Tarangire National Park Safari

  • Morning - Departure from Arusha and game drive
  • Meet your guide and fellow travelers in Arusha and depart for Tarangire National Park.
  • Upon arrival, enjoy an extensive game drive through the park's vast savannahs, dotted with iconic baobab trees.
  • Spot large elephant herds, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, buffalo, and predators such as lions and leopards.
  • Observe wildlife gathering around the Tarangire River, which remains active throughout the year.
  • Afternoon - Picnic and continued game drive
  • Enjoy a picnic lunch inside the park.
  • Continue afternoon game viewing across different areas of the park.
  • Evening - Transfer to lodge
  • Drive to Karatu town or a nearby area for dinner and overnight at a lodge or budget camp.

Meals: Lunch & Dinner

2
Day 02

Ngorongoro Crater Wildlife Safari

  • Morning - Departure and crater rim viewpoint
  • After an early breakfast, depart for the Ngorongoro Conservation Area.
  • Stop briefly at the crater rim for spectacular panoramic views.
  • Descend into the crater floor to begin a game drive.
  • Midday - Crater game drive and picnic
  • Explore the crater, home to a dense population of wildlife.
  • Spot the Big Five, including the rare black rhinoceros, as well as hippos, hyenas, jackals, and large herds of plains game.
  • Observe flamingos and other water birds around the crater lake.
  • Enjoy a picnic lunch near the hippo pool.
  • Afternoon - Ascent and return to Arusha
  • Continue game viewing after lunch.
  • Ascend the crater and drive back to Arusha in the late afternoon or early evening.

Meals: Breakfast & Lunch

Tarangire National Park savannahs, Tarangire River wildlife gatherings, Ngorongoro Crater floor

Where this trip takes you

Tarangire National Park savannahs, Tarangire River wildlife gatherings, Ngorongoro Crater floor

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
  • Government fees
  • Transport
  • Meals
  • Accommodation

What's Not Included

  • Personal purchases
  • Tips
  • Visas

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Babati Rural, 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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