The 2 Day Ngorongoro & Lake Manyara Safari is a compact yet highly diverse safari that combines two of Tanzania’s most visually striking and wildlife-rich destinations in the Northern Circuit.
Lake Manyara National Park offers lush groundwater forests, Rift Valley escarpment views, and unique wildlife behaviors such as tree-climbing lions, while Ngorongoro Crater delivers one of the highest concentrations of wildlife in Africa, including excellent opportunities to see the Big Five in a single game drive.
This safari is designed for travelers starting in Arusha who want a strong mix of scenic landscapes, birdlife, and Big Five wildlife viewing within a short timeframe.
This itinerary is built for travelers who want variety, scenery, and reliable wildlife sightings.
From Lake Manyara’s forests and lake shores to Ngorongoro’s crater floor, the contrast is dramatic.
Mist-covered forests, flamingo lakes, and open crater plains provide diverse photographic scenes.
Both parks offer consistent wildlife viewing year-round.
Perfect for weekend trips, stopovers, or short Tanzania holidays.
Combines birdlife, forest wildlife, and Big Five game viewing.
Depart from your hotel or lodge in Arusha after a safari briefing.
Drive toward Lake Manyara National Park through scenic countryside and the Great Rift Valley escarpment.
Begin your game drive in the lush groundwater forest zone.
Lake Manyara is known for its dense vegetation and varied ecosystems.
Explore forest, lake, and open plain habitats.
Lake Manyara is one of the few places in Africa where lions may be seen resting in trees, though sightings are not guaranteed.
Enjoy lunch at a designated picnic site with views of the lake or surrounding escarpment.
Birdlife is often active around lunch areas.
Explore the lake shoreline and open plains.
Depart the park and drive toward the Ngorongoro Conservation Area.
Check in at lodge or tented camp on the crater rim or nearby highlands.
Dinner and overnight stay.
Early breakfast before descending into the crater.
Enter one of Africa’s most wildlife-dense ecosystems.
The crater floor offers a unique enclosed safari environment with high chances of wildlife sightings.
Focus on predator activity and Big Five encounters.
Enjoy lunch in a scenic area surrounded by wildlife activity.
Continue exploring different crater zones including grasslands, swamps, and forest edges.
Drive back to the crater rim and begin return journey to Arusha.
Drop-off at your hotel or residence.
End of safari.
This itinerary blends:
It is one of the most scenic and wildlife-rich short safari combinations in Tanzania.
Best wildlife visibility and dry conditions.
Green season with excellent birdwatching and lush landscapes.
Both parks offer consistent wildlife viewing.
| Package Type | Price Per Person |
|---|---|
| Group Joining Safari | USD 450 – 650 |
| Mid-Range Private Safari | USD 700 – 1,200 |
| Luxury Private Safari | USD 1,300 – 2,000+ |
Yes. It offers forests, lakes, escarpments, and crater landscapes ideal for photography.
Yes. Ngorongoro Crater offers strong Big Five opportunities.
Yes. It adds unique forest and lake ecosystems not found in Ngorongoro.
Yes. It is one of the best introductory safaris in Tanzania.
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