2-Day Tarangire Night Safari & Ngorongoro Crater Escape to Zanzibar

Tour Overview

Price Start From $ 1461 P er Person, 2 Pax

This 2-day safari is crafted for travelers who want to maximize adventure in a short time, combining the thrill of daytime and nighttime wildlife encounters with the convenience of flying back to Zanzibar. On Day 1, you’ll explore Tarangire National Park, renowned for its vast elephant herds, towering baobab trees, and diverse birdlife. After a picnic lunch and afternoon game drive, the adventure continues with a rare night game drive, offering the chance to spot nocturnal animals such as bush babies, hyenas, and leopards on the hunt. On Day 2, you’ll descend into the Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site often called the “Eighth Wonder of the World,” where the Big Five roam freely in one of Africa’s most unique ecosystems. After your crater adventure, you’ll return to Arusha Airport and connect with your flight to Zanzibar, completing a compact yet unforgettable safari.

Day 1: Arusha Airport to Tarangire National Park & Night Game Drive

Arrive at Arusha Airport in the morning and meet your safari guide for a scenic drive to Tarangire National Park. Famous for its ancient baobab trees and large elephant herds, Tarangire offers a classic safari experience with diverse wildlife including lions, zebras, wildebeest, giraffes, and over 500 bird species.

Enjoy a picnic lunch in the park followed by an afternoon game drive. In the late afternoon, transfer to your camp for relaxation and dinner. Afterward, embark on a night game drive, a rare opportunity to witness Tarangire’s nocturnal wildlife. Spot predators on the move, listen to the sounds of the bush at night, and experience the thrill of the wilderness under the stars. Return to camp for overnight stay.

Main Destination: Tarangire National Park

Accommodation: Midrange Lodge/Camp near Tarangire

Meals: Lunch & Dinner

Day 2: Ngorongoro Crater to Arusha Airport & Fly to Zanzibar

After an early breakfast, drive to the Ngorongoro Crater. Descend into this spectacular natural caldera, home to elephants, lions, buffalo, zebras, hippos, and the rare black rhinoceros. The crater floor offers one of the highest densities of wildlife in Africa, making it one of the best places to spot the Big Five in a single day.

Explore diverse habitats, from open grasslands to forested areas and the scenic soda lake often lined with flamingos. Enjoy a picnic lunch inside the crater before ascending the crater walls and returning to Arusha Airport. Connect with your scheduled flight to Zanzibar, concluding your short but unforgettable safari.

Main Destination: Ngorongoro Crater

Accommodation: None

Meals: Breakfast & Lunch