Tanzania · Safari

2-Day Lake Manyara and Ngorongoro Crater Safari from Moshi or Arusha

2 Days Round trip from Arusha Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Explore Lake Manyara's diverse habitats, from primate-filled forests to open grassy plains
02 Spot elephants, giraffes, hippos, baboons, and abundant birdlife in Lake Manyara National Park
03 Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater, the world's largest unbroken caldera and a UNESCO World Heritage Site
04 Look out for the Big Five amid the crater's remarkable concentration of wildlife

Embark on an exciting 2-day Tanzania safari from Moshi or Arusha to scenic Lake Manyara National Park and the world-renowned Ngorongoro Crater. Discover rich wildlife including elephants, giraffes, monkeys, hippos, and abundant birdlife as you explore diverse habitats on guided game drives. Descend into the world's largest unbroken caldera, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and enjoy the chance to spot the iconic Big Five in one of Africa's most spectacular natural settings.

Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater, the world's largest unbroken caldera and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 2 Days

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Included · Budget

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Yes

Cities Arusha, Moshi, Mount Kilimanjaro, Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Lake Manyara

Languages English, French, German, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

From Moshi or Arusha to Lake Manyara and Karatu

Begin the day with collection from your hotel in Moshi or Arusha.
Receive a short safari briefing from your guide.
Travel westward to Lake Manyara National Park, a scenic and compact park known for its shallow alkaline lake and abundant birdlife.
Explore diverse landscapes including primate-filled forests, grassy plains, and lake shores teeming with wildlife.
Spot various species such as long-tailed guenon monkeys, baboons, elephants, hippos, giraffes, wildebeests, and impalas.
Enjoy game viewing from the pop-up roof of your 4WD safari vehicle, offering excellent visibility for photography and observation.
In the late afternoon, exit the park and drive to the nearby highlands town of Karatu.
Arrive at your selected lodge for dinner and overnight stay.

Distance: Approximately 200 km
Game Viewing Time: 5-6 hours
Transport: 4WD Custom Safari Vehicle
Meals: Lunch and Dinner

Day 02

Ngorongoro Crater Safari and Return to Moshi or Arusha

After breakfast, depart Karatu and head towards the Ngorongoro Conservation Area.
Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater, the world's largest unbroken caldera and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Spend the morning exploring the crater floor, home to approximately 25,000 mammals including Grant's and Thomson's gazelles, zebras, wildebeests, and mountain reedbucks.
Observe hyenas, over 500 bird species, and possibly the Big Five: lion, elephant, buffalo, rhinoceros, and leopard.
Stop at a designated picnic site within the crater for lunch while enjoying the stunning landscape.
Ascend the crater wall and begin the drive back to Moshi or Arusha in the afternoon.
Arrive by early evening, marking the end of your safari experience.

Distance: Approximately 210 km
Game Viewing Time: 5-6 hours
Transport: 4WD Custom Safari Vehicle
Meals: Breakfast and Lunch