3 Days / 2 Nights Tarangire & Ngorongoro Safari – From/To Arusha

Tour Descrition

This short but rewarding safari is perfect for travelers with limited time who want to experience two of Tanzania’s most iconic wildlife destinations. The journey takes you to Tarangire National Park, famous for its large elephant herds and ancient baobab trees, and the Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the best places in Africa to see wildlife in a single day.

DAY 1: Arusha – Tarangire National Park (2.5 hours)

Depart Arusha in the morning and drive to Tarangire National Park, one of Tanzania’s most scenic parks, known for its massive baobab trees and large elephant populations. Enjoy an extensive game drive upon arrival, exploring the savannah and riverine areas where wildlife gathers along the Tarangire River. You may spot elephants, lions, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, and a wide variety of birdlife. After a picnic lunch inside the park, continue with afternoon game viewing before exiting the park and driving to your lodge in Karatu or near the Ngorongoro highlands for dinner and overnight.

DAY 2: Karatu – Ngorongoro Crater Tour (2-3 hours)

After an early breakfast, drive to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area and descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for a half- to full-day game drive. The crater floor supports an extraordinary density of wildlife, including lions, elephants, buffaloes, hippos, flamingos, and the endangered black rhinoceros. The enclosed ecosystem offers excellent game viewing throughout the year, with diverse habitats ranging from open grasslands to swamps and acacia forests. Enjoy a picnic lunch at a designated site near the hippo pool before ascending the crater walls in the afternoon and returning to your lodge for dinner and overnight.

DAY 3: Karatu – Arusha (4 hours)

After breakfast, depart the Ngorongoro highlands and drive back to Arusha through scenic countryside and local villages. Depending on your departure schedule, you may stop for optional cultural visits or souvenir shopping along the way. Arrive in Arusha by late morning or early afternoon, marking the end of your safari experience.

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