Tanzania · Safari

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

2 Days Round trip from Arusha Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Spot large herds of elephants, giraffes, impalas, gnous, and occasional predators like lions and leopards
02 Explore the rich ecosystem of Tarangire National Park on a game drive
03 Explore the Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site teeming with diverse wildlife
04 Witness rare sightings such as the endangered Black Rhino and prides of lions in their natural habitat

Experience a thrilling 2-day Tanzania safari from Arusha through scenic landscapes to two of the country's most iconic wildlife destinations - Tarangire National Park and the Ngorongoro Crater. In Tarangire, witness vast herds of elephants, graceful giraffes, impalas, gnous, and elusive predators like lions and leopards. Then descend into the UNESCO-listed Ngorongoro Crater, home to an incredible diversity of wildlife including prides of lions, hyenas, jackals, hippos, gazelles, monkeys, and the rare Black Rhino.

Explore the floor of the crater, a unique ecosystem home to a high concentration of wildlife.

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, French, German, Italian, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Arusha to Tarangire National Park Safari

Begin the day with an early breakfast at your hotel in Arusha.
Depart from Arusha town and drive through small villages toward Tarangire National Park.
Arrive at the park gate after approximately two and a half hours of travel.
Stop at the entrance gate while your safari driver completes the parking fee payment.
Start your game drive immediately after the entrance procedures are completed.
Explore the rich ecosystem of Tarangire, known for its large elephant population, impalas, gnous, giraffes, and occasional sightings of lions and leopards.
Proceed to Tarangire Safari Lodge for a hot lunch around midday.
Continue with an afternoon game drive en route to the park gate for exit.
Drive to Karatu for dinner and your overnight stay.
Check in at Farmhouse Lodge, where you will enjoy dinner and relax for the evening.

Day 02

Ngorongoro Crater Wildlife Safari

Wake up early and have breakfast at the lodge.
Collect your packed lunch and prepare for the day's safari.
Depart from the lodge and drive less than ten minutes to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area gate.
Complete the gate formalities and continue driving for about one hour to descend into the Ngorongoro Crater.
Explore the floor of the crater, a unique ecosystem home to a high concentration of wildlife.
Spot animals such as prides of lions, hyenas, jackals, hippos, gazelles, monkeys, and the rare Black Rhino.
Enjoy your picnic lunch at one of the designated areas within the crater.
Ascend from the crater after lunch and begin the drive back to Arusha.
Arrive in Arusha by late afternoon or early evening, marking the end of your safari adventure.