Experience two of northern Tanzania’s most remarkable wildlife destinations on this 2-day safari to Ngorongoro and Tarangire. Begin with an early departure from Arusha to the spectacular Ngorongoro Conservation Area, where you will descend into the crater for a rewarding game drive across forests, wetlands and open grasslands.
The journey continues to Tarangire National Park, famous for its ancient baobab trees, beautiful savannah landscapes and impressive wildlife. Explore the park in search of elephants, buffaloes, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, lions, cheetahs and other species before returning to Arusha.
This short safari is ideal for travelers with limited time who still want to enjoy excellent wildlife viewing and experience two of Tanzania’s most iconic safari areas.
Arusha, Tarangire
2 Days / 1 Nights
Mid-Range Safari
Private Safari
1u20137 tiered PP; above 7 by quotation
Kilimanjaro
7 Days / 6 Nights
Kilimanjaro Trekking
Private Trek
1u20133 / 4u20138 traveler tiers
06:30hrs Pick up from your hotel in Arusha City Centre and drive to Ngorongoro Conservation Area with picnic lunch.
Descend 2000 feet (over 600 meters) to the floor of the crater for a half day crater tour.
Explore the forest areas which are inhabited by monkeys and elephant, the lake area, where you may see the flamingos and the open savannah where the lions hunt for food.
Dinner and overnight Marera Valley Lodge
After breakfast collect picnic lunch and drive to Tarangire National Park.
Morning game drive in the park
Tarangire National Park (2,600km2) has unrivalled landscape of open plains, dotted with thousands of baobabs. It is located about 120kms south of Arusha. Tarangire is known for its lions and very big herds of buffalo. This is one of Africa’s little-known gems and should be on the itinerary of all lovers of wilderness and solitude. The animals include zebra, wildebeest, buffalo, elephant, Maasai giraffe and fringe-eared oryx (gemsbok). Predators include lion, cheetah and leopard. Birders will want to look out for the endemic ashy starling, rufous-tailed weaver and black-collared lovebird.
Afternoon drive back to Arusha and drop-off at your hotel at around 17:00hrs
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