Tanzania · Safari

2-Day Safari to Tarangire and Lake Manyara from Arusha

2 Days Round trip from Arusha Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Track the largest herds of elephants in Tarangire National Park
02 Enjoy the African savannah scenery dotted with gigantic baobab trees
03 Look for elusive tree-climbing lions in Lake Manyara National Park
04 Spot an astonishing variety of birdlife, including the lilac-breasted roller

This 2-day safari tour takes you to two of Tanzania's best national parks. In Tarangire National Park, enjoy the scenery of the African savannah dotted with gigantic baobab trees and the rare chance to track the largest herds of elephants. Continue to Lake Manyara National Park to look for tree-climbing lions, an astonishing variety of birds, and the brightly coloured lilac-breasted roller.

The lakeshore at Manyara teems with birdlife, and while you are looking for the birds, you might spot one of the elusive tree-climbing lions.

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, Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Lake Manyara, Tarangire National Park

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Arusha to Tarangire National Park Safari

Meet your safari tour guide at the agreed-upon location and depart early from Arusha town at around 07.30 - 08.00 Hrs. Drive across the beautiful and scenic Masai Steppe towards Tarangire National Park, a journey of about 2 hours. You will travel in a 4x4 safari vehicle with a pop-top roof.
Arrive at the gate of Tarangire National Park, where your driver will take care of the paperwork for you.
Begin your game drives from the gate in search of as many animals and birds as possible. You can expect to see elephants, elands, wildebeests, buffaloes, zebras, gerenuks, giraffes, and many birds.
Have lunch at one of the picnic sites.
In the afternoon, drive out of the park and continue to Manyara/Karatu in the Ngorongoro Highlands for dinner and an overnight stay.

Overnight at a budget tented lodge in Manyara/Karatu. For lodge accommodation, send a special request.

Day 02

Lake Manyara National Park Safari and Return to Arusha

Drive to Lake Manyara National Park for a full day of game drives. This is one of Tanzania's smaller parks, but it still offers a rewarding and diverse safari experience. The lakeshore at Manyara teems with birdlife, and while you are looking for the birds, you might spot one of the elusive tree-climbing lions.
Drive back to Arusha in the late afternoon.