Elephants in Tarangire National Park

2 Days Tarangire & Ngorongoro Crater

2 Days / 1 Night Pick up Arusha Airport Drop off JRO Airport
Trip Overview

The Ultimate Express Safari

If you are short on time but still want to experience the absolute best of Tanzania's wildlife, this 2-day overnight safari is designed for you. It pairs the two most accessible, action-packed parks on the Northern Circuit into one seamless journey.

Day 1 brings you face-to-face with the massive elephant herds and ancient baobab trees of Tarangire National Park. After a comfortable night's rest in Karatu, Day 2 takes you deep into the Ngorongoro Crater—the world's largest inactive volcanic caldera—where the concentration of predators and the presence of the endangered black rhino guarantee a spectacular finale before you fly out.

The Route

Your Itinerary

Day 1

Arrival & Tarangire National Park

Your guide will meet you directly at Arusha Airport upon arrival. We drive straight to Tarangire National Park, famous for its striking baobab landscapes and some of the largest elephant populations in Africa. Enjoy a full afternoon game drive and a picnic lunch in the park. In the late afternoon, we exit the park and drive to the highlands of Karatu, checking in at the beautiful Marera Valley Lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.

Day 2

Ngorongoro Crater & Maasai Village

After an early breakfast, we drive to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area and descend 600 meters to the crater floor. Spend the morning tracking the Big Five in this unique, enclosed ecosystem. Following a picnic lunch by the hippo pool, we will ascend the crater wall and visit a traditional Maasai Village to learn about their pastoral culture. Finally, your guide will transfer you to Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) for your onward flight.

Transparent Pricing

2026 Rates

Prices are per person and scale down based on the number of people sharing the private safari vehicle. This package includes a mid-luxury overnight stay at Marera Valley.

Group Size Vehicle Type Price Per Person
1 Traveler (Solo) Private 4x4 Land Cruiser USD 1,550
2 Travelers Private 4x4 Land Cruiser USD 1,095
3 Travelers Private 4x4 Land Cruiser USD 940
4 Travelers Private 4x4 Land Cruiser USD 875
5 Travelers Private 4x4 Extended USD 837
6 Travelers Private 4x4 Extended USD 814
Logistics

What's Included

  • Meet & Greet at Arusha Airport
  • Drop-off at Kilimanjaro Airport (JRO)
  • Private 4x4 Safari Land Cruiser
  • 1 Night Accommodation at Marera Valley
  • All Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
  • Tarangire & Ngorongoro entry fees
  • Crater descent fee
  • Maasai Village visit fee
  • International / Domestic Flights
  • Alcoholic beverages
  • Gratuities for your guide ($20-$30/day)
  • Tanzania Visa fees
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