2-Day Tarangire National Park and Ngorongoro Crater Safari
ID: GYG933146-1457009
Category:
Country: Ethiopia
Duration:
2 days
Description
2-day safari tour to Tarangire National Park and the Ngorongoro Crater. Enjoy a well-rounded and immersive safari experience the Big Five and stunning landscapes.
Day 1: Arusha – Tarangire National Park
Drive Time: ~2.5 hours (120 km)
️ Meals: Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Mid-range or luxury lodge/tented camp near Ngorongoro
Itinerary:
07:00 AM: Pick-up from KIA/Arusha Airport or your hotel.
07:30 AM: Start the scenic drive to Tarangire National Park, enjoying views of Maasai villages and the Great Rift Valley.
10:00 AM: Arrive at Tarangire, check-in, and start your game drive.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM: Game drive through Tarangire, famous for:
Large elephant herds
Ancient baobab trees
Lions, leopards, and cheetahs
Giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, and more
01:00 PM: Picnic lunch inside the park.
02:00 PM - 04:30 PM: More game viewing as you explore different areas of Tarangire.
04:30 PM: Exit the park and drive towards Ngorongoro for overnight stay near the crater.
Optional: Evening cultural visit to a Maasai village (extra cost).
Day 2: Ngorongoro Crater – Arusha/KIA
Drive Time: ~4 hours to Arusha/KIA (190 km)
️ Meals: Breakfast & Lunch
Itinerary:
06:00 AM: Early breakfast at the lodge.
06:30 AM: Depart for Ngorongoro Conservation Area.
07:00 AM: Descend 600 meters into Ngorongoro Crater for a half-day game drive.
07:30 AM - 12:30 PM: Game drive in the crater, where you may see:
The Big Five (lion, elephant, buffalo, rhino, leopard)
Hippos and flamingos at the lake
Hyenas, jackals, and cheetahs
12:30 PM: Picnic lunch at the hippo pool.
01:30 PM: Ascend the crater and start the drive back to Arusha/KIA.
05:00 PM: Drop-off at your hotel or airport for departure.
Highlights
- Short but intense safari – perfect for travelers with limited time
- Visit two iconic destinations with diverse landscapes & wildlife
- High chance of seeing the Big Five in Ngorongoro Crater
Guiding languages
INCLUDED
- Pick-up and drop-off from Arusha/KIA/Arusha Airport
- Transportation in a 4x4 safari vehicle with a pop-up roof
- Professional English-speaking safari guide/driver
- Park entry fees for Tarangire & Ngorongoro
- Accommodation (1 night in a lodge/tented camp)
- Meals as per itinerary (1 Breakfast, 2 Lunches, 1 Dinner)
- Game drives as per itinerary
- Bottled drinking water throughout the safari
NOT INCLUDED
- International & domestic flights
- Drinks (alcoholic beverages)
- Tips for guide/driver ($10–$20 per day per person recommended)
- Travel insurance & personal expenses
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.