A 2-day wildlife safari in Tanzania can provide a thrilling and memorable experience, showcasing the rich biodiversity and stunning landscapes of the country. This itinerary for a short safari that focuses on some of the best wildlife viewing opportunities.
Morning:
Departure from Arusha: Meet your guide and depart early in the morning from Arusha. It’s about a 2-hour drive to Tarangire National Park.
Arrival at Tarangire: After entering the park, start your game drive. Tarangire is known for its large herds of elephants and iconic baobab trees.
Afternoon:
Lunch: Enjoy a picnic lunch in the park.
Afternoon Game Drive: Continue exploring the park, where you may see lions, leopards, cheetahs, and a variety of antelope. Tarangire is also home to a rich birdlife, making it an excellent spot for birdwatching.
Evening:
Drive to Accommodation: Head to your lodge or campsite for the night (options include tented camps, lodges, or luxury safari camps).
Dinner: Enjoy a dinner at your accommodation, followed by stargazing in the African night sky.
Morning:
Early Morning Game Drive: Rise early for a morning game drive in Tarangire to catch the early action when wildlife is most active.
Breakfast:Return to your lodge or campsite for breakfast.
Late Morning:
Drive to Ngorongoro Crater: Depart Tarangire and head towards Ngorongoro Crater. The drive takes approximately 3 to 4 hours, depending on traffic and road conditions.
Afternoon:
Ngorongoro Crater Tour: Descend into the crater, which is a UNESCO World Heritage site and home to a diverse array of wildlife. Spend hours exploring and spotting animals like rhinos, buffalos, zebras, and more.
Enjoy a picnic lunch in the crater while observing wildlife.
Evening:
Ascent and Return: Exit the crater and start your drive back to Arusha (approximately 2.5 hours), or head to your next destination if you’re extending your safari.
ITEM EXCLUDED IN YOUR SAFARI
- Accommodation as stipulated in the itinerary;
- Meal; as stipulated in the itinerary BB: Bed and breakfast, HB: Half , FB: Full body
- Complimentary mineral water x1.5 lts per person in the safari vehicle
- English/ French Speaking Driver Guide
- 4x4 game viewing vehicles (window seat guaranteed, charging system& fridge)
- Unlimited game drives
- All transfers and activities
- Park fee, Conservation fees and Community Development Fees
- Enough Suitable space to loads for safari
- All prices are VAT inclusive.
ITEM EXCLUDED IN YOUR SAFARI
- The price of your safari does not include:
- International flights
- Entry visa fees
- Tips or Gratuities for the staff
- Personal expenses such as beverages and laundry.
- Telephones, e-mail and fax bills
- Personal and travel insurance (extremely important)