- +254748847583
- info@horizonexplorerafricasafaris.com
- Westland business center, Nairobi,Kenya
Explore Tarangire and Lake Manyara on a 2-day Tanzania safari from Arusha. See elephants, lions, giraffes, buffalo, birds and scenic Rift Valley landscapes.
Tarangire National Park • Lake Manyara National Park • Arusha
Experience two of northern Tanzania’s most distinctive safari destinations in just two days. This 2-Day Tarangire & Lake Manyara Safari combines the elephant-rich savannah and baobab landscapes of Tarangire National Park with the forests, lake shores and Rift Valley scenery of Lake Manyara National Park.
Starting and ending in Arusha, the safari is designed for travelers who have limited time but still want a varied Tanzania wildlife experience. Along the way, you may encounter elephants, giraffes, buffaloes, zebras, wildebeest, baboons and lions, while birdwatchers can look forward to a wide range of resident and seasonal species.
The two parks complement each other particularly well. Tarangire is known for its large elephant populations and dramatic baobab scenery, while Lake Manyara offers a greener environment with groundwater forests, wetlands and the possibility of seeing its famous tree-climbing lions.
6:00 AM – Pick-Up in ArushaYour safari begins with an early morning pickup from your hotel or accommodation in Arusha.Meet your safari guide, receive a short briefing and begin the drive towards Tarangire National Park.The journey takes you through the countryside, with views of farms, villages and rural Tanzanian landscapes along the way.Around 9:00 AM – Enter Tarangire National ParkArrive at Tarangire and begin your first game drive.Tarangire is famous for its elephants, large mature baobabs and seasonal wildlife concentrations around the Tarangire River and other water sources.Morning Game DriveSpend the morning exploring Tarangire's open plains, woodland and river areas.Possible sightings include:Elephants Giraffes Buffaloes Zebras Wildebeest Warthogs Antelopes Lions Numerous bird speciesYour guide will follow the best available wildlife opportunities and adjust the route according to recent sightings, road conditions and animal activity.12:30 PM – Picnic LunchStop at a designated picnic area inside or around the park and enjoy lunch surrounded by the Tarangire landscape.Afternoon Game DriveContinue exploring the park after lunch.The afternoon provides another opportunity to encounter elephants, giraffes, buffaloes and other wildlife while enjoying Tarangire's distinctive combination of savannah and baobab scenery.Depending on the season and wildlife movements, your guide may explore different areas of the park before departure.Around 4:00 PM – Leave TarangireExit Tarangire and continue towards the Lake Manyara area.The drive is relatively short, allowing you to reach your accommodation without spending the entire evening on the road.Around 6:30 PM – Lodge Check-InArrive at your lodge or tented camp in the Lake Manyara area or along the Rift Valley escarpment.Enjoy dinner and relax after your first day of wildlife viewing.Overnight: Lake Manyara Area Meals: Lunch and Dinner Activities: Tarangire game drive
6:30 AM – BreakfastEnjoy an early breakfast before departing for Lake Manyara National Park.7:30 AM – Enter Lake Manyara National ParkBegin your game drive as you enter the park and travel into its lush groundwater forest.Lake Manyara's landscape is dramatically different from Tarangire. Dense forest, open grasslands, wetlands and the lake create a variety of habitats within a relatively compact area.Morning Game DriveExplore the forest and open areas while looking for wildlife.Possible sightings include:Elephants Giraffes Buffaloes Baboons Monkeys Zebras Wildebeest Hippos Warthogs LionsLake Manyara is famous for reports of tree-climbing lions. Seeing lions in trees is possible, but sightings depend entirely on wildlife movements and should never be guaranteed.12:30 PM – Picnic LunchEnjoy lunch at a designated picnic area while taking in the surrounding scenery.Depending on park conditions, your guide may choose a location offering views towards the lake or surrounding landscape.Afternoon Game DriveContinue towards the lake shore and open sections of the park.This is a particularly rewarding part of the safari for birdwatchers. Depending on water levels and the season, you may see flamingos, pelicans, storks, kingfishers, herons and other waterbirds.Other wildlife may include zebras, wildebeest, warthogs and various antelope species.3:30 PM – Leave Lake ManyaraExit the park and begin your return journey to Arusha.Around 6:00 PM – Arrival in ArushaArrive in Arusha and transfer to your hotel or preferred drop-off point.Your 2-Day Tarangire and Lake Manyara Safari ends here.Meals: Breakfast and Lunch Activities: Lake Manyara game driveAll timings are approximate and can change according to road conditions, wildlife sightings, park regulations and the pace of your safari.
The strength of this safari is the contrast between the two parks.
Tarangire National Park is particularly famous for its elephants, baobab trees and dry-season wildlife concentrations.
Lake Manyara National Park provides a greener environment, with groundwater forests, lake habitats, wetlands and Rift Valley scenery.
Instead of visiting two parks that feel similar, you experience two noticeably different landscapes within a two-day itinerary.
For travelers who have limited time in northern Tanzania, that variety makes this combination particularly appealing.
The two parks provide a straightforward introduction to northern Tanzania’s wildlife, landscapes and safari culture.
The relatively short itinerary makes it suitable for families who want to experience a Tanzania safari without spending many days traveling between destinations.
Couples can enjoy a private safari with comfortable accommodation and the flexibility to adjust the itinerary to their interests.
The combination of elephants, baobabs, forest, lake scenery and Rift Valley landscapes provides plenty of visual variety.
If you only have two days available between flights, business commitments or another Tanzania holiday, this itinerary makes efficient use of your time.
Two days can be enough to experience a surprisingly diverse side of Tanzania.
From the elephant-filled plains and baobabs of Tarangire to the forests, wetlands and lake landscapes of Manyara, this safari gives you two distinct wildlife experiences without requiring a long stay.
Whether you are visiting Tanzania for the first time, adding a safari to a longer East African trip or simply have two days available, this itinerary offers an efficient and rewarding introduction to northern Tanzania.
Ready to plan your safari?
Send us your travel dates, number of travelers, preferred accommodation level and starting location, and we will prepare a personalized quotation for your Tarangire and Lake Manyara safari.
With Love Travel WordPress Theme you will have everything you need to create a memorable online presence. Start create your dream travel site today.
Discover the World, one Full Adventure at a Time!
1080 Brickell Ave - Miami
United States of America
info@travel.com
Travel Agency +1 473 483 384
Info Insurance +1 395 393 595
