Tanzania · Safari

2-Day Tanzania Safari to Tarangire and Ngorongoro Big Five

2 Days Round trip from Arusha Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Explore Tarangire National Park, home to vast elephant herds and iconic baobab trees
  • 02 Experience a thrilling game drive in the world-famous Ngorongoro Crater
  • 03 Spot the Big Five and a wide variety of other wildlife in just two days
  • 04 Descend into the world's largest intact volcanic caldera for crater-floor wildlife viewing

Discover the beauty of Tanzania on this short lodge safari, perfect for business travellers or those on a tight schedule. Explore Tarangire National Park, famous for its massive baobab trees, large elephant herds, and diverse wildlife. Continue to the Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and home to the Big Five, where breathtaking landscapes meet abundant animal life. With comfortable mid-range accommodation, expert guides, and thrilling game drives, this safari offers an unforgettable experience.

Descend 2,000 feet into the world's largest intact volcanic caldera with a 260 sq km floor.

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 Not applicable
Cities Arusha, Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Tarangire National Park
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Arusha to Tarangire Game Drive

  • Pick up at 8:30 AM from your hotel in Arusha.

  • Drive to Tarangire National Park with a packed picnic lunch.

  • Enjoy a full-day game drive in Tanzania's third-largest park.

  • Spot large elephant herds, majestic baobab trees, and diverse wildlife including lions, leopards, cheetahs, buffalo, giraffes, zebras, oryx, eland, and kudu.

  • Return to your lodge or camp in the evening for a delicious dinner and overnight stay.

2
Day 02

Ngorongoro Crater Safari and Return to Arusha

  • Have an early breakfast before departing for Ngorongoro Crater at around 6:30 AM.

  • Descend 2,000 feet into the world's largest intact volcanic caldera with a 260 sq km floor.

  • Experience a 5-hour game drive on the crater floor with high chances of spotting the Big Five.

  • See elephants, buffalo, black rhinos, lions, cheetahs, hippos, and hyenas up close.

  • Enjoy a picnic lunch at the Hippo Pool.

  • Ascend the crater walls and begin your 4-hour drive back to Arusha.

  • Arrive in Arusha by 6:00 PM for drop-off at your preferred location.

Tarangire National Park, baobab trees, Ngorongoro Crater

Where this trip takes you

Tarangire National Park, baobab trees, 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

  • Meals as per itinerary

  • Concession and accommodation

  • A professional English-speaking driver guide

  • All taxes and VAT

  • 4x4 Land Cruiser

  • Park fees for non-residents

  • Drinking water while on safari (2 litres per person per day)

  • Daily game drives while on safari

What's Not Included

  • Airport transfers unless mentioned otherwise

  • International flights

  • Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour unless mentioned otherwise

  • Any activities not mentioned in the itinerary

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

  • Government-imposed increases in taxes and park fees

  • Tips, with tipping guidelines

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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