Tanzania · Safari

2-Day Tanzania Safari to Tarangire and Ngorongoro Crater

2 Days Round trip from Arusha Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Witness majestic baobab trees and diverse wildlife in Tarangire National Park
  • 02 Encounter some of Africa's largest herds of elephants in Tarangire
  • 03 Explore the world's largest inactive, intact, unfilled volcanic caldera
  • 04 Capture remarkable wildlife sightings on a 5-hour Ngorongoro Crater game drive
  • 05 Enjoy a picnic lunch at the beautiful Hippo pool

Embark on a thrilling 2-day Tanzania safari through Tarangire National Park and the Ngorongoro Crater. Marvel at majestic baobab trees, spot diverse wildlife, and witness some of Africa's largest herds of elephants in Tarangire. Explore the world's largest inactive, intact, unfilled volcanic caldera at Ngorongoro, where unforgettable wildlife moments await on the crater floor. This short safari offers an incredible blend of dramatic landscapes and remarkable animal encounters.

The Ngorongoro Crater is the world's largest inactive, intact, unfilled volcanic caldera.

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, Tarangire National Park
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Arusha to Tarangire National Park Game Drive

Pick up at 8:30 AM from your hotel in Arusha and depart for Tarangire National Park with a picnic lunch for a full-day game drive. Tanzania's third-largest national park is known for its majestic baobab trees that dot the landscape, dwarfing the animals that feed beneath them.

The Tarangire River is the centrepiece of this park and is famous for supporting some of the largest herds of elephants in Africa. Here, you may see lion, leopard, cheetah, lesser kudu, buffalo, oryx, eland, giraffe, and zebra.

After the game drive, you will head back to your camp or lodge, where a delicious dinner awaits you.

2
Day 02

Ngorongoro Crater Safari and Return to Arusha

On the last day of your safari, you will have an early start. After a quick breakfast, you will make an early descent at around 6:30 AM into the crater floor.

The Ngorongoro Crater is the world's largest inactive, intact, unfilled volcanic caldera. It has a massive floor of about 260 sq km and a depth of over 2000 feet.

The 5-hour game drive on the crater floor will show you plenty of animal action, so keeping your camera ready is recommended. African elephant, buffalo, black rhino, hippos, hyenas, cheetahs, and lions are found here in abundance.

After a picnic lunch at the beautiful Hippo pool, you will begin a steep ascent to the top exit of the crater. This is the last leg of your safari, with a 4-hour drive left to Arusha.

You will be dropped off at your preferred location in Arusha by 6:00 PM. With an incredible experience and many memories to cherish, this is when you bid goodbye to your team.

Tarangire National Park, Tarangire River, Ngorongoro Crater, Hippo pool

Where this trip takes you

Tarangire National Park, Tarangire River, Ngorongoro Crater, Hippo pool

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Arusha 3 cities · 2 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Park fee
  • 4x4 WD vehicle
  • Lunch box
  • Crater service
  • Mineral water
  • FB meals
  • 2-night accommodation

What's Not Included

  • Travel visa
  • Travel insurance
  • Tips for the driver

What to bring

  • Throw out high fashion and throw in useful, comfy clothes. Here's our essential clothes list:
    • Light suitcase or backpack - make sure it's easy to carry.
    • Light daypack with a lot of pockets.
    • A light waterproof jacket.
    • A warm jumper or sweatshirt, and warm trousers.
    • Light clothes: T-shirt, shorts, vests.
    • Swimwear.
    • Pyjamas. You try nipping to the loo in a dark campsite. Dressed is best!
    • Comfortable sneakers or walking shoes.
    • Sandals/flip-flops.
    • Towel.
    • Don't forget your underwear! And some high-quality socks.
    • A pashmina or scarf to cover your shoulders if you're visiting temples and churches.

Know before you go

  • Travel Essentials:
    • Passport.
    • Visa. You can buy this at the airport when you arrive or pre-purchase it.
    • Travel vaccination certificates.
    • Travel insurance: policy number and emergency numbers.
    • Flight tickets.
    • Trip confirmation with contact details.
    • Photocopies of important documents or images on your phone.
    • Spare passport photos.
    • International driving licence if you plan to hire a car or scooter.
    • Cash. USD are preferred, and make sure any notes aren't older than 2004.
    • Credit card.
    • Travellers' cheques. Don't forget to note the serial numbers.
    • Money belt or pouch, or a specialist travel bra - gotta love those secret pockets!

Logistics

Meeting & route

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

Your 2 days finish where they began, in Arusha.

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