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Tour Features
Embark on a thrilling 2-day budget safari in Tanzania, exploring the breathtaking Lake Manyara and Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Witness the diverse wildlife in Lake Manyara National Park, known for its tree-climbing lions, large elephant herds, and flocks of pink flamingos. Next, descend into the world-famous Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and marvel at its stunning scenery and abundant wildlife, including the endangered black rhino. Accompanied by experienced guides, enjoy game drives, picnic lunches, and a memorable camping experience under the stars. This budget safari promises an unforgettable adventure in the heart of Tanzania's wilderness.
| Budget tour | This budget tour includes camping and tented camps. |
| Can be customized | You can request minor changes to the accommodations and destinations of this tour. |
| Private tour | This tour will be organized exclusively for you and won't be shared with others. |
| Solo travel available | Solo travelers can book this tour. |
| Can start any day | If availability permits, this tour can start on any day. |
| No minimum age | There is no minimum age for this tour. |
| Transportation | This tour uses: Open 4x4, Pop-up roof 4x4, Roof minivan. |
Route & Activities
Tanzania
Activities Included
Accommodation & Meals
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost
| Day | Accommodation | Meals |
Budget Accommodation No images available | Meals included as per itinerary | |
| 1 | COUNTRY LODGE KARATU No images available | All Meals Included with Drinks |
| 2 | Budget Accommodation No images available | All Meals Included with Drinks |
Arrival (See Getting There for more details)
- A transfer from the airport can be arranged for an extra cost.
- Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.
- Day - Day Activity
Meals & Drinks: Meals included as per itinerary
- Day 1 - Lake Manyara National ParkMorning: You will start your Lake Manyara and Ngorongoro 2-day safari by being picked up from your accommodation in Arusha or nearby area. You will meet your experienced safari guide and set off in a comfortable 4x4 safari vehicle towards Lake Manyara National Park, located in northern Tanzania. The drive will take approximately 2-3 hours, during which you can enjoy the beautiful scenery and keep an eye out for wildlife along the way. Upon arrival at Lake Manyara National Park, you will enter the park and begin your game drive. Lake Manyara is known for its diverse ecosystem, including lush green forests, acacia woodlands, and the alkaline lake itself. You will have the opportunity to spot a variety of wildlife, including elephants, buffalo, giraffes, zebras, hippos, and a wide array of bird species, including the famous tree-climbing lions that Lake Manyara is known for. Your guide will provide interesting insights about the park and its inhabitants as you explore the area. Lunch: After a morning of game driving, you will enjoy a picnic lunch at one of the designated picnic sites within the park. You can relax and take in the stunning views while enjoying your meal. Afternoon: After lunch, you will continue your game drive in Lake Manyara National Park, further exploring the park and searching for more wildlife. You may also have the opportunity to visit the hot springs and see the famous flamingos that frequent the lake, depending on the season. In the late afternoon, you will exit the park and head towards your accommodation for the night, located near the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Dinner and Overnight: You will arrive at your lodge or campsite, where you will enjoy a delicious dinner and relax in the comfortable accommodation facilities. The Ngorongoro Conservation Area is known for its stunning landscapes and wildlife-rich crater, and you will be excited for the next day's adventure.
Main Destination: Lake Manyara National Park
Accommodation: COUNTRY LODGE KARATU
Meals & Drinks: All Meals Included with Drinks
- Day 2 - Ngorongoro Crater - ArushaEarly Morning: After an early breakfast, you will depart from your lodge or campsite and drive towards the Ngorongoro Crater, one of the natural wonders of the world. The drive from your accommodation to the crater rim will take approximately 1-2 hours, depending on the location of your accommodation. Once you reach the Ngorongoro Crater, you will descend into the crater floor for a full-day game drive. The Ngorongoro Crater is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is home to an incredible array of wildlife, including the Big Five (elephants, lions, leopards, buffaloes, and rhinos), as well as zebras, wildebeest, hippos, cheetahs, and numerous bird species. Your experienced safari guide will help you spot and identify the different animals and provide interesting information about their behavior and habitat. Picnic Lunch: You will enjoy a picnic lunch at one of the designated picnic sites within the crater, surrounded by the breathtaking scenery of the crater walls. Afternoon: After lunch, you will continue your game drive in the Ngorongoro Crater, exploring different areas of the crater floor and searching for more wildlife encounters. The Ngorongoro Crater is known for its high concentration of wildlife, making it a prime location for game viewing and photography. You will have ample opportunities to take stunning photos and create unforgettable memories. Late Afternoon: As the day starts to wind down, you will begin your ascent back up to the crater rim and then drive back towards Arusha or your next destination. You will arrive in the late afternoon or early evening when your Lake Manyara and Ngorongoro 2-day safari will come to an end. You will be dropped off at your accommodation or Airport
Meals & Drinks: All Meals Included with Drinks
End of tour (See Getting There for more details)
- Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
- A transfer back to the airport can be arranged for an extra cost.
Includes
- Park fees (for non-residents)
- All activities mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional)
- Meals (as specified in the day-by-day description)
- All accommodation mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional upgrade)
- A professional driver/guide
- All transportation mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional)
- All Taxes/VAT
Excludes
- International flights (from/to the client's home country)
- Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
- Tips: tipping guideline of $6 per person per day for the guide and crew
- Personal items (souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees and other personal items)
- Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
Rates Per Person
Apr 12, 2023 - Feb 12, 2026
*n/a = not available. This tour is unavailable for solo travelers.
Includes
- Park fees (for non-residents)
- All activities mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional)
- Meals (as specified in the day-by-day description)
- All accommodation mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional upgrade)
- A professional driver/guide
- All transportation mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional)
- All Taxes/VAT
Excludes
- International flights (from/to the client's home country)
- Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
- Tips: tipping guideline of $6 per person per day for the guide and crew
- Personal items (souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees and other personal items)
- Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
Getting There
Tanzania is a beautiful East African country with neighbours Kenya to the north and Mozambique to the south and the Indian Ocean to the east. It is known for its vibrant culture, wonderful national parks, diverse fauna and flora and of course the great wildebeest migration. If you are planning a safari trip to Tanzania then you should find out all about flights to Tanzania, passport and visa requirements.
Tanzania’s main airport is Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR) located 13km/8mi southwest of Dar es Salaam. The latter is the entry point for visitors to the southern parks.
Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) is situated 46km/29mi east of Arusha, the gateway of Tanzania’s most popular Northern safari circuit.
This tour starts in Lake Manyara National Park and ends in Ngorongoro Crater, Tanzania
A transfer from and back to the airport is included
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost
Travel Requirements
- All foreign visitors need a passport that is valid for at least six months
- Passports must have a clean and a full visa page for endorsement.
- When arriving from a yellow-fever-infected country in Africa or the Americas a yellow fever vaccination certificate is required.
- Citizens of most countries require a visa. A list of countries that don't need a visa is available.
- Visas are best obtained in advance through an official online visa-application portal (https://eservices.immigration.go.tz/visa/), but they can also be obtained through your local Tanzania Embassy or High Commission.
- Visas can also be obtained on arrival but this is a lengthy process that can take one to two hours.
Getting There
Tanzania is a beautiful East African country with neighbours Kenya to the north and Mozambique to the south and the Indian Ocean to the east. It is known for its vibrant culture, wonderful national parks, diverse fauna and flora and of course the great wildebeest migration. If you are planning a safari trip to Tanzania then you should find out all about flights to Tanzania, passport and visa requirements.
Tanzania’s main airport is Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR) located 13km/8mi southwest of Dar es Salaam. The latter is the entry point for visitors to the southern parks.
Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) is situated 46km/29mi east of Arusha, the gateway of Tanzania’s most popular Northern safari circuit.
This tour starts in Lake Manyara National Park and ends in Ngorongoro Crater, Tanzania
A transfer from and back to the airport is included
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost
Travel Requirements
- All foreign visitors need a passport that is valid for at least six months
- Passports must have a clean and a full visa page for endorsement.
- When arriving from a yellow-fever-infected country in Africa or the Americas a yellow fever vaccination certificate is required.
- Citizens of most countries require a visa. A list of countries that don't need a visa is available.
- Visas are best obtained in advance through an official online visa-application portal (https://eservices.immigration.go.tz/visa/), but they can also be obtained through your local Tanzania Embassy or High Commission.
- Visas can also be obtained on arrival but this is a lengthy process that can take one to two hours.
Offered By
afrogateway
Tanzania
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