Classic 2-Day Lake Manyara and Ngorongoro Crater Safari

Experience the best of Tanzania's wildlife on a 2-day safari from Arusha. Explore Lake Manyara National Park and the Ngorongoro Crater on a guided tour.
If you're pressed for time, two beautiful days in Lake Manyara National Park and the world-famous Ngorongoro Conservation Area should do the trick. Between Manyara's tree-climbing lions, astonishing variety of birds, and wallowing hippos, and Ngorongoro's high population of predators as well as cape buffalo and black rhinoceros, this itinerary offers you the chance to see the entire Big Five in just 48 hours.

DAY 1 - ARUSHA - LAKE MANYARA

On the first day, depart from Arusha after breakfast for the drive to Lake Manyara National Park. Pass through the market town of Mto Wa Mbu along the way. This agricultural and fresh produce market is a melting pot of local cultures and a souvenir hunter's paradise. After a brief stop at the village market, enter Lake Manyara National Park.

The park is truly a photographer's playground and offers some of the best game viewing in the world. You can expect to see many of Africa's most well-known animals, with the tree-climbing lions a particular treat. These proud predators lounge in acacia trees practically begging to be photographed. Bird-watchers will find Lake Manyara is an absolute delight, with a huge variety of birds on display in the park.

Even the novice can expect to be amazed by large flamingo flocks, circling birds of prey, and the brightly colored lilac-breasted roller. Then retire to your accommodation (midrange level lodge) for dinner and a good night's rest.

DAY 2 - NGORONGORO - ARUSHA

On the second day, after breakfast, depart for Ngorongoro Crater, sometimes considered as the 8th Wonder of the World.

Home to over 120 species of mammals including the fabled Big Five, the Ngorongoro Conservation Area is one of the most sought after safari destinations in the world. It's a particularly good place to see the endangered black rhinoceros enjoying a lonely meal out on the grass plains, as well as a place to see large numbers of hippopotamus enjoying the cool water.

From the comfort of your open-top vehicle, observe and photograph some of Africa's most recognizable faces. The crater is home to a large number of predators including lions, leopards, cheetahs, jackals, and hyenas, as well as a large population of wildebeest, zebras, antelope, cape buffalo, and more.

It is truly one of Africa's premier safari destinations. After the thrills and excitement of the day, have a picnic lunch by the park's famous hippo pool. Thereafter, drive back to Arusha.

لضمان التوفر، احجز في أقرب وقت ممكن. الحجز المبكر يستحق النظر خاصة إذا كنت تخطط للرحلة خلال موسم الذروة مثل العطلات العامة أو عطلات نهاية الأسبوع.

يمكنك إلغاء هذه الرحلة بدون تكلفة حتى 24 ساعات قبل بدء الرحلة. إذا قمت بالإلغاء بعد 24 ساعات أو لم تحضر في الرحلة، فسيتم تحصيل السعر الكامل للنشاط. التأخر في الاستلام أو المغادرة سيعتبر كعدم حضور.