2-day Tarangire & Ngorongoro Crater
Budget Safaris Tanzania · Dodoma
If you’re short on time but want to experience the best of Tanzania’s wildlife, this 2 days Private Safari is the perfect safari itinerary for you! You’ll visit Tarangire National Park or Lake Manyara, as well as the iconic Ngorongoro Crater.
Enjoy breathtaking landscapes and incredible wildlife sightings from the comfort of your safari vehicle, with our expert guide ensuring you have an unforgettable experience.
This tour offers the chance to see Africa’s Big Five and explore the stunning Ngorongoro Crater, which provides incredible views during the game drive.
In Tarangire, marvel at the impressive baobab trees and massive herds of elephants. In just a short amount of time, this tour will give you a rich understanding of Tanzania’s national parks, with visits to both Tarangire and Ngorongoro Crater.
Day 1: From Arusha to Tarangire National Park.
After a hearty breakfast, your adventure begins with a stop in Arusha Town for any last-minute purchases before setting off on your safari.
From there, you'll head to Tarangire National Park for an exciting game drive, with a delicious picnic lunch enjoyed amidst the stunning park scenery.
Known for its impressive elephant population and iconic baobab trees, Tarangire is a key destination in the annual migratory cycle, hosting up to 3,000 elephants, 25,000 wildebeest, and 30,000 zebras.
As the day winds down, you'll enjoy a relaxing dinner and overnight stay at the charming Lodge or Campsite surrounded by the beauty of nature.
Day 2: Ngorongoro Crater - Arusha
After an early breakfast, you'll descend to the floor of the Ngorongoro Crater for an unforgettable 5-hour game drive.
Expect to encounter a stunning variety of wildlife, including lions, elephants, zebras, hippos, flamingos, jackals, rhinos, antelopes, and countless bird species.
The Crater is a birdwatcher's paradise, where you'll spot eagles, vultures, flamingos in the Crater Lake, storks, bats, giant vultures, sacred ibises, kori bustards, blacksmith plovers, long-necked herons, and cattle eagles, among others.
Lunch will be enjoyed at the picturesque Hippo Pool picnic site, where you can relax and soak in the beautiful surroundings. Afterward, the game drive continues, and by evening, you'll begin your steep ascent back to the top of the crater.
From there, it’s a 3-hour drive back to your accommodation in Arusha, bringing your adventurous day to a close. With an incredible experience and loads of memories to cherish, this is the time you bid goodbye to your team.
