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2-Day Ngorongoro Crater & Lake Manyara National Park

Experience the best of Tanzania with this incredible 2-day Ngorongoro Crater & Lake Manyara National park safari itinerary.

Destination Ngorongoro Crater & Lake Manyara National Park
Duration 2 Days / 1 Night
Tour Type Group joining Safari
Best for Wildlife Viewing, Scenic Landscapes, and Birdwatching

Day 1: Lake Manyara National Park

Amboseli Hotel

Morning

07:00 AM
Pick-up from Arusha (hotel/airport) and drive to Lake Manyara National Park (about 2-3 hours)
09:30 AM
Arrive at Lake Manyara, check in at the park, and begin a game drive
10:00 AM - 01:00 PM
Game drive in the park, spotting tree-climbing lions, elephants, giraffes, hippos, and flamingos along the alkaline lake
01:30 PM
Enjoy a picnic lunch in a scenic spot inside the park

Afternoon

02:30 PM - 04:30 PM
Continue exploring the park, visiting the hot springs and birdwatching areas
05:00 PM
Exit the park and drive to Karatu for an overnight stay
06:00 PM
Check-in at a lodge, relax, and enjoy dinner

Day 2: Ngorongoro Crater

Amboseli Hotel

Morning

06:30 AM
Early breakfast at the lodge
07:00 AM
Depart for Ngorongoro Crater (1-hour drive), descend into the crater for a half-day game drive
08:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Explore the crater floor, home to the Big Five (lion, leopard, rhino, elephant, and buffalo), as well as cheetahs, zebras, and hippos
12:30 PM
Picnic lunch at a scenic spot near the hippo pool

Afternoon

01:30 PM - 03:00 PM
Continue the game drive, then ascend from the crater
03:00 PM
Start the drive back to Arusha (about 3.5-4 hours)
06:30 PM
Arrive in Arusha and drop-off at your hotel or airport

Accommodation Options:

Package Inclusions:

  • Private 4x4 safari vehicle with a pop-up roof
  • Park entry fees for Lake Manyara & Ngorongoro Crater
  • Professional English-speaking guide
  • Full-board accommodation (1 night)
  • Meals (lunch, dinner on Day 1; breakfast, lunch on Day 2)
  • Bottled drinking water
  • Government taxes

Not Included:

  • International/domestic flights
  • Travel insurance
  • Tips & personal expenses

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