2 Days – Lake Manyara National Park & Ngorongoro Crater Safari

Explore Tanzania’s top wildlife spots on this 2-day Lake Manyara and Ngorongoro Crater safari — spot lions, elephants, rhinos, and flamingos, with expert guides and an overnight stay in Karatu.

Safari Overview

1 Night / 2 Days – Lake Manyara & Ngorongoro Crater Safari

This short but adventure-packed safari takes you through two of Tanzania’s most iconic wildlife destinations: Lake Manyara National Park, known for its lush forests, tree-climbing lions, and birdlife, and the spectacular Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site teeming with Big Five game. Perfect for travelers with limited time, this 2-day safari offers stunning scenery, thrilling wildlife encounters, and the comfort of an overnight stay in Karatu — all guided by local safari experts.

Explore Day-to-Day Itinerary

Your safari starts in the morning with a scenic drive from Arusha to Lake Manyara National Park. On arrival, enjoy an exciting game drive across this diverse landscape of forest, wetlands, and open plains. Keep watch for elephants, hippos, buffalo, baboons, and the famous tree-climbing lions, while bird lovers can marvel at flamingos and over 380 bird species. After a relaxing picnic lunch inside the park, continue on to Karatu for an overnight stay at Marera Valley Lodge, where you’ll unwind over dinner and reflect on your day’s adventure.

After breakfast, collect your picnic lunch and drive to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Descend 600 meters into the massive Ngorongoro Crater — a 304 km² caldera formed millions of years ago, now home to over 25,000 large mammals. Explore its varied habitats, from forested slopes to open savannah and soda lakes, spotting lions, elephants, rhinos, wildebeest, zebras, hippos, and hundreds of bird species. After a memorable morning of game viewing and a picnic lunch on the crater floor, begin your return journey to Arusha, arriving at your hotel around 17:00 hrs. End of our services.

What Fox Africa Safaris Offer

  • All Park entry and concession fees
  • All activities (unless labeled as optional)
  • Professional, experienced driver/guide
  • All transportation (unless labeled as optional)
  • Round-trip airport transfers
  • All meals and soft drinks during safari
  • Drinking water on all safari days
  • Free snacks and soft drinks in the safari vehicle

What we're not offer.

  • International flights (from/to your home country)
  • Tips to guides and staff
  • Personal expenses (souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
  • Government-imposed increases in park fees or taxes
  • Alcoholic drinks
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