2 Day Tarangire & Ngorongoro Safari
The 2 Day Tarangire & Ngorongoro Safari offers a short but unforgettable journey through two of Tanzania’s most iconic destinations Tarangire National Park and the Ngorongoro Crater. This safari combines the beauty of Tarangire’s elephant-filled savannahs with the breathtaking wildlife encounters inside the world-famous Ngorongoro Crater.
Perfect for travelers with limited time, this tour delivers an authentic Tanzanian safari experience from vast landscapes dotted with baobab trees to the chance of spotting all of Africa’s Big Five.
Whether you’re traveling solo, as a couple, or in a small group, this safari promises breathtaking scenery, diverse wildlife, and incredible photographic opportunities.
2-Day Tarangire & Ngorongoro Safari Itinerary
Duration: 2 Days / 1 Night
Day 1: Arusha Tarangire National Park
Your safari begins early in the morning with a pickup from your hotel in Arusha. Drive through Maasai villages and beautiful countryside to reach Tarangire National Park, famous for its vast elephant herds and towering baobabs.
Enjoy a full-day game drive through the park, spotting elephants, lions, leopards, giraffes, zebras, and hundreds of bird species.
Have a picnic lunch by the Tarangire River before continuing your afternoon game drive.
Later, exit the park and drive to your lodge near Karatu or Ngorongoro for dinner and overnight.
🛏️ Overnight: Karatu / Ngorongoro Area (Lodge or Tented Camp)
🍽️ Meals: Lunch & Dinner
Day 2: Ngorongoro Crater – Arusha
After an early breakfast, descend 600 meters into the Ngorongoro Crater for a spectacular full-day game drive.
Explore the crater floor, home to lions, elephants, hippos, zebras, wildebeest, and the rare black rhino.
Enjoy a picnic lunch near the hippo pool before continuing your afternoon drive.
In the late afternoon, ascend from the crater and return to Arusha, arriving in the evening for drop-off at your hotel or airport.
🍽️ Meals: Breakfast & Lunch
Highlights of the 2-Day Tarangire & Ngorongoro Safari
✅ Visit two of Tanzania’s most popular national parks
✅ See elephants, lions, leopards, buffaloes, and possibly rhinos
✅ Explore the Ngorongoro Crater the world’s largest unbroken caldera
✅ Ideal short safari for travelers on tight schedules
✅ Comfortable mid-range or luxury accommodation options
Price Per Person
| Package Type | Price (USD) | Includes |
|---|---|---|
| Budget | $450 – $600 | Shared vehicle, park fees, guide, camping/lodge, meals, water |
| Mid-Range | $650 – $850 | Private 4×4 vehicle, English-speaking guide, park fees, lodge/tented camp, meals, transfers |
| Luxury | $950 – $1,350 | Private vehicle, expert guide, crater fees, luxury lodge, gourmet meals, bottled water, transfers |
Prices vary depending on season, group size, and additional services. Contact us for a customized quote.
TOP DESTINATIONS
- Serengeti National Park
- Ngorongoro Crater
- Tarangire National Park
- Lake Manyara National Park
- Arusha National Park
ACTIVITIES
- Mount Meru Climbing
- Walking Safari
- Game Drive
- Hiking
- Canoeing
Included in the Price
✅ Park entrance fees (Tarangire & Ngorongoro)
✅ Professional English-speaking safari guide
✅ 4×4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof
✅ All meals as per itinerary
✅ 1 night accommodation
✅ Bottled water during safari
✅ Hotel/airport pickup and drop-off
Not Included in the Price
❌ International flights
❌ Travel insurance
❌ Tips for guide/driver ($20–$40 per day recommended)
❌ Alcoholic beverages & personal expenses
❌ Optional cultural visit to a Maasai village