2-Day Lake Manyara and Ngorongoro Crater Adventure

Vision Safari & Tours

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Arrival (See Getting There for more details)

You'll be collected from the airport.
Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Day 1

Lake Manyara National Park

On the first day of your safari, you'll depart from Arusha early in the morning for Lake Manyara National Park. Upon arrival, enjoy a thrilling game drive, spotting elephants, lions, giraffes, zebras, and a variety of bird species like flamingos along the lake. Explore the park’s unique landscapes, including the dense forest and scenic cliffs.
After a delicious lunch at a lodge or picnic site, continue your safari with more exploration of the park, seeking out wildlife in different areas. In the late afternoon, drive to Mto wa Mbu, where you'll check into Ngedere Lodge or the camp for an overnight stay. The day ends with a relaxing evening, reflecting on the exciting adventures and wildlife sightings of your memorable first safari day.

Main Destination:

Lake Manyara National Park

Best Time To Visit June to October (Easier to spot animals)

High Season July to March (The northern section gets crowded)

Best Weather June to October (Little rainfall)

Wildlife in Lake Manyara NP

ElephantCommon

GiraffeCommon

BuffaloCommon

ZebraCommon

WildebeestCommon

HippoCommon

LionOccasional

HyenaOccasional

LeopardRare

Wild DogVery Rare

White RhinoNone

Black RhinoNone

CheetahNone

Accommodation:

Ngedere Lodges & Camps

Budget lodge located less than 1hr drive from Lake Manyara NP

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Meals & Drinks:

Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 2

Ngorongoro Crater

On your safari day, after breakfast at the lodge, you'll embark on a scenic drive to Ngorongoro Crater, one of the most spectacular wildlife destinations in Africa. Descend into the crater floor, where you'll spend the morning exploring its rich ecosystem. The crater is home to the "Big Five" – lions, elephants, buffaloes, leopards, and rhinos – as well as a wealth of other wildlife like hyenas, zebras, and wildebeests. You’ll also encounter abundant birdlife, including flamingos at the crater’s lake.
After morning game drive, enjoy a picnic lunch in the crater, surrounded by its breathtaking landscapes. Continue your exploration, visiting different parts of the crater to witness more wildlife and diverse habitats.
In the late afternoon, you’ll ascend from the crater and drive back to Arusha, reflecting on the incredible safari experience. This marks the end of your memorable tour, leaving you with lasting memories of the extraordinary landscapes and wildlife of Ngorongoro Crater.

Main Destination:: Ngorongoro Crater
Accommodation:: No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
Non-alcoholic drinks

End of tour (See Getting There for more details)

Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
You'll be dropped off at the airport.

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The exact order, contents and rates of this tour are subject to availability.
If an accommodation is fully booked, the operator will suggest a comparable alternative.

2-Day Lake Manyara and Ngorongoro Crater Adventure

Arrival (See Getting There for more details)