Luxury safari

2-Day Tarangire and Ngorongoro Crater

A short but unforgettable escape: elephants and baobabs in Tarangire, then the wildlife-packed floor of the Ngorongoro Crater.

2 daysDuration
LuxuryComfort level
DriveTravel style
From $1,650Per person

2-Day Tarangire and Ngorongoro Crater

Perfect if you only have a weekend — or want a safari after your Kilimanjaro climb. In two days you visit two of Tanzania’s most rewarding parks, staying overnight in a luxury lodge on the Ngorongoro highlands.

Day one is all about Tarangire’s giants: elephants, baobabs and big cats. Day two takes you down into the Ngorongoro Crater, where you can see the Big Five in a single morning.

Arusha→Tarangire→Ngorongoro→Arusha

Your itinerary

Every itinerary can be adjusted to your pace and interests — just ask.

Morning pick-up in Arusha and a two-hour drive to Tarangire for a full day of game viewing along the Tarangire River. Continue to your luxury lodge in the Ngorongoro highlands for dinner.

Overnight Ngorongoro / Karatu areaMeals Lunch, Dinner

Early descent into the crater for a game drive among lions, rhino, buffalo, hippos and flamingos. Picnic lunch on the crater floor, then return to Arusha in the late afternoon.

Overnight —Meals Breakfast, Lunch

Where you’ll stay

We offer a wide range of accommodation, from comfortable mid-range stays to luxurious, high-end retreats. We confirm your exact lodges when you book, based on availability and your preferences.
Safari tented camp

Ngorongoro / Karatu area

1 night · Luxury lodge or tented camp

Hand-picked luxury lodges and exclusive tented camps in prime wildlife areas, with spacious en-suite rooms, fine dining and outstanding views.

En-suite roomsSwimming pool (most lodges)Fine diningBar & loungeWi-Fi in main areasLaundry service

What you’ll experience

National parks

  • Tarangire National Park
  • Ngorongoro Crater

Wildlife

Elephants, lions, black rhino, buffalo, zebras, wildebeest, giraffes, hippos, flamingos, warthogs and over 500 bird species.

Experiences

  • Tarangire’s elephants & baobabs
  • Big Five in the Ngorongoro Crater
  • Luxury lodge on the crater highlands
  • Gourmet picnic lunch on the crater floor

What’s included

Included

  • Ngorongoro Crater service fee
  • Park entrance and conservation fees
  • Professional English-speaking safari guide/driver
  • 4×4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof
  • All game drives as described in the itinerary
  • Accommodation as per the itinerary
  • Meals as listed for each day
  • Bottled drinking water during game drives
  • Transfers from your Arusha hotel or Kilimanjaro Airport

Not included

  • International flights
  • Tanzania visa fees
  • Travel insurance
  • Tips for your guide and lodge staff
  • Alcoholic drinks and personal expenses
  • Optional activities (e.g. hot-air balloon safari)

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2-Day Tarangire and Ngorongoro Crater 2 days · Luxury · Drive Starting from $1,650 / person
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