Tarangire & Ngorongoro 2-Day Safari – Big 5 & Crater
Overview
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2 days
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This 2-day safari brings together Tarangire National Park and the Ngorongoro Crater for a rich and well-paced wildlife experience. Travel in a private 4x4 safari vehicle with a knowledgeable local guide who knows where to find elephants, lions, and the Big Five.
The experience includes convenient pickup from Arusha, a comfortable overnight stay near Ngorongoro, and carefully planned game drives for the best wildlife viewing. You’ll also enjoy a freshly prepared hot meal during your safari, adding comfort to your day in the bush. Ideal for travelers looking for a high-quality safari in a short time.
Additional Info
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
What To Expect
Arusha to Tarangire national park
Accommodations
Overnight at a comfortable lodge in Karatu near Ngorongoro, with cozy rooms, dinner and breakfast included.
Tarangire National Park
Enjoy a full-day game drive in Tarangire National Park, one of Tanzania’s most rewarding wildlife destinations. The park is famous for its large herds of elephants, ancient baobab trees, and diverse landscapes. During the game drive, you will have the chance to spot a variety of wildlife including lions, giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, and numerous bird species. Your professional guide will help you track animals and share insights about the park and its ecosystem. A picnic lunch will be served at a scenic spot inside the park, allowing you to relax while surrounded by nature. This experience offers an authentic African safari adventure with excellent opportunities for wildlife viewing and photography.
Ngorongoro Crater – Return to Arusha
Accommodations
Accommodation is included on this night. However, we can assist in arranging a comfortable stay in Arusha upon request.
Ngorongoro Crater
After breakfast at your lodge in Karatu, your guide will pick you up and drive to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for a game drive in one of Africa’s most wildlife-rich environments. The crater offers excellent chances to spot the Big Five, including lions, elephants, buffalo, and the rare black rhino. You may also see hippos, zebras, wildebeests, and a variety of birdlife. Enjoy a picnic lunch near the hippo pool before continuing your game drive. In the afternoon, ascend the crater and return to Arusha, where you will be dropped off at your hotel.
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Tarangire & Ngorongoro 2-Day Safari – Big 5 & Crater
Mid-range lodge near Ngorongor Breakfast, lunch and dinner (f Arusha – Tarangire – Ngorongor Land cruiser safari jeep
What‘s Included
Breakfast, lunch and dinner included. Meals are freshly prepared and served at the lodge/camp or picnic sites during the safari.
Bottled water throughout the trip
All national park entrance fees for Tarangire National Park and Ngorongoro Crater are included in the tour price.
Professional English-speaking safari guide
Private 4x4 safari Land Cruiser with pop-up roof, designed for comfort and excellent wildlife viewing during game drives.
Tips & personal expenses
International/domestic flights
Travel insurance
Visa fees (if applicable)
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
29 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Tarangire did its thing.
L2342CXfrancog,May 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The safari was very good, I liked many things because I prefer joining trips. I also congratulate Tanza Lux as their safaris are more luxury compared to other companies. The safari was super, I liked everything.
A Very Memorable Safari with Nasri
tumainh,May 7, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our tour guide Nasri was very friendly and welcoming from the first day we met him. He knows Tarangire very well and explained many things during the safari. We saw different animals and enjoyed the whole trip. It was really a good experience with him.
Unforgettable experience
zaffya2026,May 7, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It wasn't an easy journey but it was truly interesting and worth it, as it attracted many people . From my side I really enjoyed the beautiful environment , the wildlife ,and the moments of laugher with others even though we didn't know each other at first . I especially enjoyed seeing different animal like lion, giraffe, elephant,and zebras in their natural habitat. The food was also very delicious ,and the trip was peaceful and enjoyable ,with one major challenges along the way. I also learned important ways of stay safe around dangerous animal and understand their behavior , in my opinion this initiative should continue, because without it I wouldn't have had the chance to visit Tarangire or gain this experience . In short I truly enjoyed the trip.thank you very much.🙏
The only time i joined new company with new friends
ronniee795,May 4, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Tarangire is the park, i have been there more than 2 times but this time when I joined Tanzalux Safari it was really special. It took us only 2 hours and half to be there but I liked the group we had, people were friendly and we enjoyed together, it was very fun. Our guide prayer was very good, he knows a lot and he explain everything in simple way, also he was very social with everyone and made the trip more enjoyable. Also we had a photographer mr Franco, it was so nice to have him because i got many good pictures of me and also animals, i really liked that part. I would like to come again next time with my family, my dad, mom and my sister.
Great service with Tanzalux safaris
hopeg884,May 4, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00For the first time to go to a game park I traveled with 🤗 Tanzalux safaris to Tarangire I enjoyed it beyond words I hope there will be another trip again so I can join you There is good service from the beginning of the trip to the end of the trip I am really happy I have seen various animals such as elephants, lions, buffalo, wild boar, zebras e.t.c I hope there will be another trip so I can join Tanzalux safaris. Also our guide {Prayer} he was the best☺️ I am really happy I do not regret choosing Tanzalux safaris🥰
i recommend tanzalux with ally and joel
praxedas,May 3, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Ally and Joel are young people I know. I did a trip with Tanzalux Safaris with my family, and honestly I was very impressed with their service. The guide, Prayer, was driving slowly and safely, so the children and all of us felt safe. The food was also very nice and served hot, the rice with coconut was very delicious and we even ate more than enough. I would like to recommend Tanzalux Safaris to fellow Tanzanians, it is a good company. My family and I really liked it.
Simple happy safari
K9485ZLveronicaj,May 3, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I was on a day trip to with my family as an aunt and a sister with my young son. It was lovely experience, we enjoy seeing animals especially elephants and spending time together. My son was very happy and excited and that make me enjoy it more. Tarangire is beautiful and peaceful, I would love to come again. We had too much rainy but everything go smooth we did not stuck anywhere, I love the life of animal.
Rainy day but happy
V1735QDsharond,May 3, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Me and my mother, my aunt's today we visited Tarangire, I saw baby elephant and a group of impala it was my pleasure to be with my family together, we ate the best lunch in the bush, it is very safe although today it was raining a lot but it did not ruin our day, Tarangire is beautiful a lot of grass and many animals
A family trip with my grandson
linnahk2026,May 3, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00As a grandmother in the group, I would like to share my happiness with Tanzalux Safaris. Me, my daughters, and my grandson went on a short trip to Tarangire National Park. It is my second safari because first I had been to Manyara. It was fine, we did not see much there, but in Tarangire today it was a lot, we saw many animals, especially a big group of elephants. My grandson was so afraid, but we were happy we made it. We took a lot of pictures and videos of us and the animals. The elephants were very close. Next time I will come again to Ngorongoro, I can’t wait for the date.
Extraordinary Wild Life
T6332THphilips,May 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00My Tarangire trip was an unforgettable experience from start to finish. We enjoyed delicious hot meals in the wild, which made the adventure even more comfortable. Visiting the iconic Mbuyu Uliotoboka was a highlight truly a unique and historic spot. Above all, witnessing the raw power of nature in Tarangire National Park, from the vast landscapes to the wildlife, was breathtaking. And The Most Funn A perfect blend of comfort, culture, and pure wilderness from The Tour Operator @Tanza lux company To The Wilderness Of the Game.. It was A high expirence of My live visible In my Eyes … The tour operator Had A photographer where we couldnT Struggle To keep memories and have them In A High quality Images for big memories like I Had That Date . @tanza Lux is The Best trip operator I had choosen no Regrets
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