Tanzania · Safari

2-Day Tarangire and Ngorongoro Safari from Arusha with Big Game Viewing

2 Days Round trip from Arusha Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Explore Tarangire National Park, famous for its large elephant herds and iconic baobab trees
  • 02 Enjoy game drives with opportunities to spot lions, zebras, giraffes, wildebeest, and diverse birdlife
  • 03 Visit the Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the best places to see wildlife in Africa
  • 04 Descend into the crater for a full day of safari in a unique and compact ecosystem teeming with animals
  • 05 Experience breathtaking landscapes from the crater rim to the grassy crater floor

Embark on an unforgettable 2-day safari adventure from Arusha, exploring the wildlife-rich Tarangire National Park and the world-renowned Ngorongoro Crater. Witness large herds of elephants, baobab-dotted landscapes, and a wide range of wildlife including lions, zebras, giraffes, and flamingos. Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, for a full day of exceptional game viewing in one of Africa's most unique ecosystems.

Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, for a full day of exceptional game viewing in one of Africa's most unique ecosystems.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 2 Days
Tour type Private
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Included · Standard
Transport Included
Wheelchair access No
Cities Arusha, Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Tarangire National Park
Languages English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Arusha to Tarangire Safari Adventure

  • Begin the day with an early morning departure from Arusha.
  • Drive approximately 2 to 3 hours to reach Tarangire National Park.

  • Arrive at the park gate and complete entry formalities.

  • Embark on a mid-morning game drive through Tarangire's diverse habitats.

  • Observe large herds of elephants, ancient baobab trees, and a variety of wildlife including lions, zebras, wildebeest, giraffes, and numerous bird species.

  • Stop for a picnic lunch at a designated site within the park.

  • Continue the afternoon game drive in search of more wildlife along the Tarangire River.

  • Exit the park by late afternoon and transfer to your lodge or tented camp near the park.

Enjoy dinner and overnight at the accommodation.

2
Day 02

Ngorongoro Crater Game Viewing and Return to Arusha

  • Depart early in the morning for Ngorongoro Conservation Area, with a drive of approximately 4 to 5 hours.
  • Arrive at the Ngorongoro Crater rim and complete entry procedures.

  • Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for a full day of game viewing.

  • Explore the crater floor, home to an incredible density of wildlife including black rhinos, lions, hippos, buffalos, hyenas, and flamingos at Lake Magadi.

  • Enjoy a picnic lunch at the Ngoitoktok Picnic Site inside the crater.

  • Continue game drives in the afternoon across the grasslands and forests of the crater.

  • Ascend from the crater and begin the return journey to Arusha in the late afternoon.

  • Arrive in Arusha in the evening, marking the end of the safari.

Tarangire National Park, baobab-dotted landscapes, Ngorongoro Crater

Where this trip takes you

Tarangire National Park, baobab-dotted landscapes, Ngorongoro Crater

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 fees (for non-residents)
  • All activities (unless labeled as optional)

  • All accommodation (unless listed as an upgrade)

  • A professional driver/guide

  • All transportation (unless labeled as optional)

  • All flights during the tour

  • All applicable taxes and VAT

  • Roundtrip airport transfers

  • Meals (as specified in the day-by-day itinerary)

  • Drinks (as specified in the day-by-day itinerary)

What's Not Included

  • International flights (from/to home)
  • Additional accommodation before and after the tour

  • Tips (tipping guideline is approximately USD 10.00 per person per day)

  • Personal items (such as souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)

  • Government-imposed increases in taxes and/or park fees

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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