Safari Overview
Experience a taste of Tanzania on our 2 days safari – witness the elephants & ancient baobab trees of Tarangire, search for the elusive Big 5 in the Ngorongoro Crater, in Ngorongoro you will wonder at how the Maasai and the wildlife share the same resources without harming each other. This tour offers mid-range accommodation and luxury upgrades are available
The Perfect Short Safari
For travellers with limited time, this 2-day itinerary delivers maximum wildlife impact across two entirely different ecosystems - without compromising on quality. Mid-range lodge accommodation is included; luxury upgrades to crater-rim lodges are available on request.
Daily Itinerary
Today you will drive to Tarangire for a full day game drive. One of Africa’s little-known gems. The landscape is incredibly diverse with a mix that is not found anywhere else on the northern safari circuit it is dotted with ancient baobab trees & large termite mounds & the Tarangire River is the only source of water during the dry season when the harsh sun suck the moisture from the landscape, baking the earth a dusty red while during the wet season you will experience dense bush & luscious high grasses. Famous for its large elephant population, it is also home to zebra, wildebeest, giraffe, water buck,baboons, & impala. Predators include lion, cheetah & leopard. The swamps are shared by flocks of birds green wood hoopoes, lovebirds, tallish herons, white bellied go-away birds & giant kingfishers. On drier ground you will find the kori bustard & the heaviest of the flying birds; the ostrich.
- Dinner and overnight at Farm of Dreams Lodge
After the day's activities, settle in at Farm of Dreams Lodge for rest and overnight.
You will be picked up at your hotel and driven to the Ngorongoro Crater. Today you will be rewarded with a full day game drive in the spectacular Ngorongoro Crater which became a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1979 & is one of the only places on earth where mankind & wild animals co-exist is harmony. You will visit a Maasai Village in the Ngorongoro Highlands (optional at extra cost) where you will meet the Elders, Warriors, women & children & learn about the culture, beliefs & traditions of Tanzania’s last nomadic tribe. The Crater is famous for Africa’s best game viewing as there is an ever-present abundance of wildlife due to the permanent water supply on the crater floor. You will Spot the endangered black rhino, wildebeest, buffalo, zebra, eland, Grant’s & Thomson’s gazelle &, giant tusked elephants plus lions & leopards, cheetahs as well as scavengers such as spotted hyenas, jackals & wild dogs. Over 500 species of birds have been recorded within the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. After your game you will drive back to Arusha town for dinner & overnight
Wildlife You'll Encounter
Between Tarangire and Ngorongoro, this 2-day safari offers access to one of Africa's most complete wildlife rosters. Here's what to expect - and where.
From Price
Minimum price only, based on 2 people sharing. Final pricing depends on season, availability and requested customizations.
| Package | From Price |
|---|---|
| Price for 2 People | From $690.00 per person |
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Best Time to Visit
Both Tarangire and Ngorongoro offer excellent game viewing year-round. Ngorongoro's closed ecosystem means it never truly has an "off season" - the crater delivers reliably in every month. Tarangire is most spectacular in the dry season when wildlife concentrations at the river are at their peak.
| Season | Months | Tarangire | Ngorongoro | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Peak Dry | Jun - Oct | Best - river concentrations peak | Excellent year-round | Largest elephant herds; clear skies |
| Short Dry | Jan - Feb | Very Good | Excellent | Good visibility; calving season |
| Long Rains | Apr - May | Good - lush & green | Good - fewer visitors | Lowest prices; off-peak crowds |
| Short Rains | Nov - Dec | Good - migratory birds arrive | Good | Afternoon showers; lush landscapes |