2-Day Lake Manyara and Ngorongoro Crater Adventure

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

Lake Manyara National Park

Morning: Depart from Arusha at around 7:30 AM, driving towards Lake Manyara National Park (approx. 2 hours). upon arrival, enjoy a game drive in Lake Manyara National Park, famous for its tree-climbing lions, vast elephant herds, and diverse birdlife, including flamingoes along the lake's shores. In the afternoon enjoy your picnic lunch at a designated site within the park. After lunch, continue the game drive, exploring the park's lush forest, open plains, and lakeside. In late afternoon depart Lake Manyara and drive to Mto wa Mbu (around 30 minutes), where you'll arrive at your lodge for a relaxing evening.

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

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LionOccasional

HyenaOccasional

LeopardRare

Wild DogVery Rare

White RhinoNone

Black RhinoNone

CheetahNone

Accommodation:

Fig Tree Lodge & Camp

• Budget hotel located just outside Lake Manyara NP

Meals & Drinks:

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

Ngorongoro Crater

In the morning after breakfast with picnic lunch boxes, head to Ngorongoro Crater starts with an early morning departure, heading towards the world-famous UNESCO World Heritage Site. After descending into the crater, you'll enjoy a thrilling game drive, spotting wildlife such as lions, elephants, rhinos, and more within the unique ecosystem. A picnic lunch is typically taken at one of the designated spots inside the crater, offering views of the stunning landscapes. After exploring the crater floor, you'll exit and begin the scenic drive back to Arusha, arriving by late afternoon or early evening.

Main Destination:

Ngorongoro Crater

Best Time To Visit June to October (Wildlife viewing is best)

High Season Most of the year – July to March (Expect crowds)

Best Weather June to October (Rainfall is little to none)

Wildlife in Ngorongoro Crater

Black RhinoCommon

LionCommon

BuffaloAbundant

ZebraAbundant

WildebeestAbundant

HyenaAbundant

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ElephantCommon

HippoCommon

LeopardOccasional

GiraffeNone

White RhinoNone

CheetahNone

Wild DogNone

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

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

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