Experience nature up close on a full day of impressive wildlife encounters in the Ngorongoro Crater. Tarangire you will see majestic Baobab and Acacia Tortilla Trees. On the game drive, you will be able to spot big groups of Elephants, Impalas, Warthog, Lion, Leopard, Gerenuk, Zebra, Giraffe, Water-buck and over 300 species of birds.
Arusha to Tarangire
Tarangire National Park - You’ll depart from Arusha after breakfast for the approximately two hour drive to Tarangire National Park. Along the way you’ll pass bustling Masai villages and the vast, open plains that have become synonymous with images of Africa.
Once you’ve entered Tarangire, you’ll begin your game drive across a rich vista of endless golden savannah that surrounds the Tarangire River. The river itself runs throughout the year and is a vital source of water for the animals of the region during the dry season. Lined with acacia and Baobab trees, the river is regularly visited by the park’s large elephant population as well as other herbivores such as zebras and antelopes.
A picnic lunch with a view of the river is a great way to take it all in, but you’ll have to keep on your toes as the local monkey population does its best to separate you from your lunch!
Driving through the park you’l
After your day’s drive is done, you’ll retire to your accomodation for the evening.
Tarangire to Ngorongoro crater
Ngorongoro Conservation Area - After breakfast, you’ll depart for Ngorongoro Crater; sometimes considered as the 8th Wonder of the World.
Home to over 120 species of mammal including the fabled Big Five, the Ngorongoro Conservation Area is one of the most sought after safari destinations in the world. It’s a particularly good place to see the endangered black rhinoceros enjoying a lonely meal out on the grass plains, as well as a place to see large numbers of hippopotamus enjoying the cool water.
From the comfort of your open-top vehicle, you’ll be able to observe and photograph some of Africa’s faces. The crater is home to a large number of predators including lions, leopards, cheetahs, jackals, and hyenas, as well as a large population of wildebeest, zebras, antelope, cape buffalo, and more. It is truly one of Africa’s premier safari destinations.
After the thrills and excitement of the day, you will have a picnic lunch by the park’s famous hippo pool. Thereafter, you will drive back to Arusha.
- Water while on game drives
- 4 WD Land Cruiser Top up Roof, fuel and all vehicle entry fees in the parks and reserve
- All park fees and other government charges
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Breakfast
- Airport transfers and Pick Up
- Alcoholic and soft drink beverages at the lodge
- Visa fees where relevant.
- Any items of a personal nature.
- Personal and Travel Insurance.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
