2-Day Tarangire Manyara Safari

$750 / person

Description

This ultra-short 2-day Arusha-based safari offers a perfect quick introduction to northern Tanzania's wildlife: Tarangire National Park with its iconic baobab trees and massive elephant herds, and Lake Manyara National Park renowned for tree-climbing lions, flamingos on the soda lake, hippos, and diverse birdlife. Ideal for travelers with very limited time, this compact itinerary delivers excellent Big Five potential and scenic beauty with private 4x4 vehicles and expert guiding — all close to Arusha.

Departure	Arusha, Tanzania
Departure Time	Please arrive by 8:00 AM for prompt departure
Maximum travellers	6-7 per vehicle (private options available)
Languages	English, Swahili (expert guides)
Includes	All park fees & conservation charges Private 4x4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof Professional English-speaking guide/driver Full board accommodation & meals on safari Airport transfers, bottled water & flying doctors insurance
Excludes	International flights & visas Travel insurance (mandatory) Tips for guide, cook & staff Drinks & personal expenses
Popular Places	Tarangire National Park Lake Manyara National Park Arusha (base)

Tour Timeline

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Day 1: Arusha to Tarangire National Park

Pick up from Arusha hotel or airport after breakfast. Drive ~2-3 hours to Tarangire National Park. Full day game drives among giant baobab trees, huge elephant herds, giraffes, lions, zebras, and abundant birdlife. Picnic lunch in the park. Dinner and overnight at a comfortable lodge or tented camp near Tarangire.
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Day 2: Tarangire to Lake Manyara – Return to Arusha

Morning game drive in Tarangire for additional sightings, then transfer (~2-3 hours) to Lake Manyara National Park. Full morning/afternoon game drives — spot tree-climbing lions, hippos in pools, flamingos on the soda lake, monkeys, elephants, and diverse birdlife. Picnic lunch. Afternoon return to Arusha (~2-3 hours) with hotel or airport drop-off. End of a fantastic 2-day Tarangire Manyara Safari!