2-day Tanzania safari - 2 days

Here’s a concise 2-day Tanzania safari itinerary that gives a glimpse of the country’s incredible wildlife and landscapes:

Day 1: Arusha to Tarangire National Park
Morning:
Departure from Arusha: Early morning pick-up from your hotel in Arusha.
Drive to Tarangire National Park: About a 2-3 hour drive from Arusha.
Morning Game Drive: Begin exploring Tarangire, famous for its large elephant herds and ancient baobab trees. Look out for lions, giraffes, zebras, and wildebeests.
Afternoon:
Lunch: Enjoy a packed lunch at a designated picnic site within the park.
Afternoon Game Drive: Continue exploring different parts of the park, visiting the Tarangire River where animals gather to drink.
Evening:
Overnight Stay: Exit the park and drive to your lodge or campsite near Tarangire for dinner and overnight stay.
Day 2: Ngorongoro Crater Tour
Early Morning:

Depart for Ngorongoro Crater: Early breakfast at your lodge, followed by a drive to Ngorongoro Conservation Area (approx. 2-3 hours from Tarangire).
Descend into the Crater: Ngorongoro Crater is one of the best places in Africa to see the Big Five (lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo, and rhino) in a single day.
Midday:

Picnic Lunch: Enjoy your packed lunch at the Hippo Pool inside the crater while observing hippos and other wildlife nearby.
Afternoon:

Continue Game Viewing: Explore more of the crater floor, visiting different habitats ranging from lakes and swamps to open savannah.
Ascend and Exit the Crater: In the late afternoon, ascend the crater walls and start your journey back to Arusha.
Evening:

Return to Arusha: Arrive in Arusha in the early evening, marking the end of your 2-day safari.
Optional Add-Ons:
Cultural Tour: If time allows, consider a brief visit to a Maasai village on your way back to Arusha.
Shopping: Stop at local markets or curio shops for souvenirs.
Things to Bring:
Camera with extra batteries and memory cards
Binoculars for wildlife viewing
Hat, sunscreen, and sunglasses for sun protection
Warm clothing for the early morning and evenings (especially at Ngorongoro)
Comfortable walking shoes
This itinerary provides a compact yet rich experience of Tanzania’s diverse wildlife and stunning landscapes.