2-Day Tarangire & Ngorongoro Safari
Safari in national parks: Ngorongoro Crater and Serengeti National Park
This 2-day Tanzania safari is the perfect short escape into some of the country’s most iconic wildlife destinations. You’ll explore Tarangire National Park, famous for its vast elephant herds and ancient baobab trees, before descending into the breathtaking Ngorongoro Crater—one of Africa’s most wildlife-rich environments and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Ideal for travelers with limited time, this safari offers an incredible chance to experience the Big Five in just two days. From dramatic landscapes to unforgettable game drives, this journey delivers a compact yet powerful taste of Tanzania’s northern safari circuit, with seamless travel from Arusha or Moshi.
Trip Highlights
- Game drive in Tarangire National Park (elephants & baobabs)
- Explore the world-famous Ngorongoro Crater
- High chance of spotting the Big Five
- Scenic drive through the Great Rift Valley
- Perfect short safari from Arusha or Moshi
Trip Features
- Start Date: Can start any day
- Duration: 2 Days
- Comfort: Can be optimized
- Tour Type: Private Tour
- Tour Plan: Customizable Itinerary
- Transport: Toyota Land Cruiser 4x4
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
- Airport: Kilimanjaro Int. Airport
Detailed Itinerary
Your safari begins with a morning pickup from Arusha or Moshi, followed by a scenic drive to Tarangire National Park. Known for its large elephant populations and iconic baobab trees, Tarangire offers a classic African safari experience with diverse wildlife including lions, giraffes, zebras, and a wide variety of bird species.
Enjoy a full-day game drive with a picnic lunch inside the park. In the late afternoon, you’ll exit the park and drive to the nearby town of Karatu, located on the edge of the Ngorongoro Highlands. Dinner and overnight at your lodge.
- Accommodation: Budget, Midrange or Luxury in karatu
- Meal Plan: Lunch & Dinner
After an early breakfast, you’ll head to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area and descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for a half-day game drive. This natural wonder is home to an incredible concentration of wildlife, including lions, elephants, buffalo, rhinos, and leopards.
Enjoy a picnic lunch on the crater floor surrounded by stunning scenery. After your game drive, you’ll ascend the crater and begin your return journey to Arusha or Moshi, arriving in the late afternoon.
- Accommodation: No Accommodation Today
- Meal Plan: Break Fast, Lunch and Dinner
What's Included & Excluded
Included
- All park entry fees and Ngorongoro Crater service fees
- Professional English-speaking safari guide
- Private 4×4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof
- All meals as per itinerary
- Accommodation in Karatu (1 night)
- Bottled drinking water during the safari
- Pickup and drop-off in Arusha or Moshi
Not Included
- International flights
- Visa fees
- Travel insurance
- Tips for guide and lodge staff
- Personal expenses (drinks, laundry, etc.)
- Optional activities not mentioned in the itinerary