2-Day Tarangire & Ngorongoro Crater Safari Itinerary
- Best Time To Go : January – March and July - December
- Holiday Length : 8 Days / 7 Nights
- Price guide : $3,232.00
- Holiday type : Discovery, Wildlife
Safari Overview
2-Day Tarangire & Ngorongoro Crater Safari
Experience two of Tanzania’s most spectacular safari destinations in just two days. This 2-Day Tarangire and Ngorongoro Crater Safari is carefully designed for travelers with less time but who still want an authentic African wildlife adventure. From the giant elephant herds of Tarangire National Park to the world-famous Ngorongoro Crater, this safari offers incredible game viewing, breathtaking scenery, and unforgettable memories.
Whether you’re visiting Tanzania for a short holiday, business trip, honeymoon, or as part of a Kilimanjaro trekking itinerary, this safari is the perfect way to experience some of East Africa’s finest wildlife destinations without spending several days in the bush.
Safari Highlights
- Explore two of Tanzania’s iconic national parks in only two days.
- Experience exceptional wildlife viewing in Tarangire National Park.
- Descend into the magnificent Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
- Excellent opportunity to spot the Big Five.
- Witness large elephant herds, lions, zebras, giraffes, buffaloes, wildebeest, hippos, and countless bird species.
- Professional English-speaking safari guide.
- Comfortable four-wheel safari vehicle with a pop-up roof for optimal game viewing.
- Perfect for travelers with limited vacation time.
Tour Overview
Duration: 2 Days / 1 Night
Destination: Tarangire National Park & Ngorongoro Crater
Starting Point: Arusha
Ending Point: Arusha
Accommodation: Mid-range lodge, luxury lodge, or budget lodges (based on your preference)
Best Time to Visit: All year round
Why Choose This 2-Day Safari?
Not everyone has a week to spend on safari. If your schedule only allows a couple of days, this itinerary delivers an outstanding wildlife experience without compromise.
Tarangire National Park is famous for its massive elephant population, iconic baobab trees, and abundant wildlife. During the dry season, the Tarangire River attracts thousands of animals, making it one of Tanzania’s best wildlife-viewing destinations.
The following day takes you to the breathtaking Ngorongoro Crater, often referred to as Africa’s Garden of Eden. The crater floor is home to an extraordinary concentration of wildlife, including endangered black rhinos, lions, elephants, hyenas, zebras, buffaloes, hippos, flamingos, and countless other species.
This combination offers one of the highest chances of seeing an incredible variety of animals within a short period.
Detailed Itinerary
DAY 1: Arusha – Tarangire National Park
Your safari begins with an early morning pickup from your hotel in Arusha. After a short briefing, you’ll drive toward Tarangire National Park, a journey of approximately two to three hours through the beautiful Tanzanian countryside.
Upon arrival, you’ll begin your game drive across the park’s diverse landscapes, which include open savannah, seasonal swamps, acacia woodlands, and the famous giant baobab trees.
Tarangire is renowned for hosting one of the largest elephant populations in East Africa. It is common to encounter families of elephants crossing the roads or gathering along the Tarangire River.
Besides elephants, keep an eye out for:
• Lions
• Leopards
• Giraffes
• Zebras
• Wildebeest
• Buffaloes
• Impalas
• Warthogs
• Ostriches
• Baboons
• Over 500 species of birds
Enjoy a Packed lunch in the park surrounded by nature before continuing your afternoon game drive.
In the late afternoon, depart for your lodge near the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, where you’ll enjoy dinner and an overnight stay.
Meals: Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Villa Maua
Accommodation: Karatu Simba Lodge
DAY 2: Ngorongoro Crater - late afternoon drive back to Arusha
After an early breakfast, drive to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area before descending approximately 600 meters into the spectacular Ngorongoro Crater.
Known as one of Africa’s greatest natural wonders, the crater is home to an astonishing concentration of wildlife living within its enclosed ecosystem.
The fertile crater floor supports an incredible diversity of animals, making every game drive exciting and rewarding.
Wildlife commonly seen includes:
- Black rhinos
- Lions
- Elephants
- Buffaloes
- Hippos
- Hyenas
- Zebras
- Wildebeest
- Thomson’s gazelles
- Grant’s gazelles
- Jackals
- Flamingos (seasonal)
Your guide will search for the famous Big Five while sharing fascinating information about the crater’s unique ecosystem and wildlife.
After enjoying a picnic lunch near the hippo pool, continue your game drive before ascending the crater walls and driving back to Arusha, where your safari concludes in the late afternoon.
Meals: Breakfast & Lunch
Wildlife You May Encounter
One of the greatest advantages of this itinerary is the incredible diversity of wildlife.
Possible sightings include:
• African elephants
• Lions
• Leopards
• Black rhinos
• Cape buffaloes
• Cheetahs
• Hyenas
• Giraffes
• Zebras
• Wildebeest
• Hippos
• Warthogs
• Elands
• Waterbucks
• Baboons
• Monkeys
• Hundreds of colorful bird species
Please note that wildlife sightings cannot be guaranteed, as animals roam freely in their natural habitat.
What’s Included
• Airport or hotel pickup and drop-off in Arusha
• Private or shared 4×4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof
• Professional English-speaking safari guide
• Park entrance fees
• Ngorongoro Crater service fee
• Accommodation for one night
• Meals as indicated in the itinerary
• Bottled drinking water during the safari
• Government taxes and VAT
What’s Included
- Airport or hotel pickup and drop-off in Arusha
- Private or shared 4×4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof
- Professional English-speaking safari guide
- Park entrance fees
- Ngorongoro Crater service fee
- Accommodation for one night
- Meals as indicated in the itinerary
- Bottled drinking water during the safari
- Government taxes and VAT
What’s Not Included
- International flights
- Tanzania visa
- Travel insurance
- Alcoholic and soft drinks
- Personal expenses
- Tips for your safari guide
- Optional activities not mentioned in the itinerary
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Includes and excludes
What is included in this tour?
Items that are included in the cost of the tour price.
- Respective accommodation or similar throughout as indicated
- All meals during the Safari
- Passengers arriving in Tanzania may be asked to present a valid Covid 19 test Certificate
- Flying doctor
- Transport with photographic roof hatch land cruiser driven by professional guide
- Unlimited drinking water during the Safari
- All national park entry fees
- Visit Maasai village
- Government Taxes
- All airport transfers
- Programs as stipulated
What is Excluded in this tour?
Items that are not included in the cost of the tour price.
- Tourist visas
- Travel Insurance
- International flights to Kilimanjaro and any other flights(local flights can arranged)
- Personal shopping and memorabilia
- Drinks and refreshments
- Tip to your driver guide
- Tip to porters
- Cost to anything not mentioned at the list of included
