2-Day Tanzania Big Five Safari in Tarangire and Ngorongoro Crater

The journey

Trip highlights

• 01 Discover giant baobab trees and large elephant herds in Tarangire National Park
• 02 Explore the wildlife-rich Ngorongoro Crater and spot the Big Five
• 03 Enjoy exciting predator safaris with a professional guide and binoculars in the jeep
• 04 Visit Lerai Forest and Lake Magadi for flamingos and birdlife

Experience an unforgettable 2-day safari through Tarangire National Park and Ngorongoro Crater in Tanzania. Discover giant baobab trees, large elephant herds, tree-climbing lions, and the famous Big Five during exciting game drives across spectacular landscapes. Explore the wildlife-rich crater floor, visit Lerai Forest and Lake Magadi, and enjoy scenic picnic lunches surrounded by nature. Travel with a professional guide in a private safari jeep equipped with binoculars while capturing incredible wildlife photography opportunities across northern Tanzania's most iconic safari destinations.

Explore the wildlife-rich crater floor, visit Lerai Forest and Lake Magadi, and enjoy scenic picnic lunches surrounded by nature.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 2 Days

Tour type Private

Activity level Moderate

Accommodation Included · Standard

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Yes

Cities Arusha, Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Tarangire National Park

Languages English, French, German, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

1

Day 01

Tarangire Game Drives and Baobab Landscapes

• Morning departure: Leave Arusha around 7:00 AM for a 2-hour drive to Tarangire.
• Game drive: Explore the Tarangire River valley, famous for large elephant herds, giraffes, zebras, and predators.
• Picnic lunch: At a designated site inside the park.
• Afternoon safari: Visit baobab-dotted landscapes and spot more wildlife.
• Evening: Drive to Karatu (near Ngorongoro) for dinner and overnight stay at a lodge or tented camp.

2

Day 02

Ngorongoro Crater Safari and Return to Arusha

• Early departure: Leave Karatu around 6:30 AM and descend into the crater by 7:30 AM.
• Game drive: Spend 5-6 hours exploring the crater floor. Expect lions, elephants, buffalo, hippos, and rare black rhinos.
• Picnic lunch: At the hippo pool or a scenic viewpoint.
• Afternoon safari: Continue exploring Lerai Forest and Lake Magadi for flamingos and birdlife.
• Return: Ascend the crater rim around 3:00 PM and drive back to Arusha, arriving by 6:30-7:00 PM.

The route

Where you'll travel

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

• Park fees
• Concession fees
• Transfers
• Jeep and guide
• Accommodation
• All activities unless labelled as optional
• Drinking water, beer, wine, and non-alcoholic drinks on the jeep
• Binoculars on the jeep

What's Not Included

• International flights
• Tipping for the guide is recommended at USD 10 per person per day
• Personal items such as souvenirs

What to bring

• Personal items, i.e. clothes, camera, toiletries, sunglasses, and insect repellent
• Visas
• Passports

Know before you go

• Avoid clothes with blue, white, or black colours, as they easily attract insects. Instead, consider brown, grey, and green.
• Observe all park rules and regulations.
• Carry some snacks with you during the tour.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point

Arusha, Tanzania

Tour start

Tanzania

Tour ends at the same location as the start point.