Tanzania · Safari

2-Day Tanzania Safari to Ngorongoro Crater and Tarangire

2 Days Round trip from Arusha Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Visit Tarangire National Park, famous for its elephant population
02 Descend into the world-famous Ngorongoro Crater, one of the Natural Wonders of the World
03 Look out for the Big Five, including a chance to spot the rare black rhino
04 Enjoy game drives through remarkable wildlife landscapes starting from Arusha

This 2-day Tanzania safari holiday is a short but exciting adventure that lets you experience some of the incredible wildlife and landscapes Tanzania has to offer. Starting and ending in Arusha, this safari takes you to two of the country's most popular destinations: the world-famous Ngorongoro Crater and the lesser-known Tarangire National Park. Expect rewarding game drives, remarkable scenery, and the chance to encounter some of Tanzania's most iconic wildlife.

The crater is home to the Big Five and offers a good chance to spot the rare black rhino.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 2 Days

Tour type Shared

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Yes

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

Arusha is the safari capital of the country and a bustling "tourism-driven" city. Your driver-guide will meet you in Arusha or at Arusha Airport, and together you will begin the transfer to Tarangire National Park to start your private safari game drive.

The name of the park originates from the Tarangire River, which crosses the park and is the main source of freshwater for the wildlife. This quiet park is famous for its elephant migration, birdlife, and authentic safari atmosphere.

You will enjoy a packed lunch at midday, and at the end of the afternoon's game drive, you will make your way to Africa Safari Lake Manyara. On arrival, you will have time to refresh before finishing the day with dinner under the stars and a good night's sleep in one of our comfy canvas accommodations.

Day 02

Ngorongoro Crater Safari and Return to Arusha

Be sure to wake up early today so there is no delay on your descent into the famous Ngorongoro Crater. As soon as you arrive in the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, you will be amazed by the beauty around you. Even more so when you arrive at the crater's edge and take in the amazing view over one of the Natural Wonders of the World.

The crater of this inactive volcano is approximately 3 million years old, 20 km in size, and the largest unbroken volcanic caldera in the world. Due to its natural borders, the wildlife in the crater is amazing.

The crater is home to the Big Five and offers a good chance to spot the rare black rhino. Add hyena, zebra, buffalo, and elephant into the mix, and you have the perfect canvas for a pretty awesome safari experience.

At the end of the afternoon, you will head back to Arusha or the airport, with your heart and camera filled with memories of your African safari adventure.