2 Day Safari - Tarangire & Lake Manyara National Park
Elephant Herds and Tree-Climbing Lions in Two Days
Overview
About This Safari
This two-day safari combines two of northern Tanzania's most rewarding parks, each with a completely different character. Day one belongs to Tarangire - Tanzania's elephant capital, where herds of 200 or more move between towering baobab trees along the life-giving Tarangire River.
Day two shifts to Lake Manyara, a narrow ribbon of groundwater forest, open floodplain and alkaline lake squeezed against the base of the Great Rift Valley escarpment. Manyara is famous for its tree-climbing lions - a behaviour found almost nowhere else in Africa - as well as vast flocks of flamingo along the lake shore and troops of blue monkey and baboon in the forest canopy.
An overnight stay near Lake Manyara breaks up the two parks, giving you two full, unhurried game-viewing days rather than a single rushed one.
Trip Highlights
Quick Facts
Day by Day
Detailed Itinerary
Every day has been carefully planned for optimal acclimatization, scenery, and experience.
The Experience
Early pickup and drive south to Tarangire National Park for a full day of game viewing along the river circuit. Tarangire holds Tanzania's highest elephant density, with super-herds converging on the Tarangire River, especially during the dry season. Ancient baobab trees dot the landscape, providing shade for lion and leopard, while giraffe, zebra and impala move through the open woodland. Late afternoon transfer to your lodge near Lake Manyara.
Key Highlights
Trip Logistics
Distance
≈ 2.5 hours from Arusha
What's Included
Inclusions & Exclusions
What's Included
- All park entrance fees (Tarangire & Lake Manyara)
- Expert TANAPA-certified safari guide
- 4x4 Land Cruiser with pop-up roof
- 1 night lodge accommodation
- All meals as per itinerary
- Hotel pickup & drop-off (Arusha)
- Bottled water in vehicle
- Government taxes & VAT
Not Included
- International flights
- Tanzania visa ($50)
- Travel insurance
- Alcoholic beverages
- Tips for guide & lodge staff
- Personal items & souvenirs
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Prices & Booking
All prices are per person. Larger groups enjoy better rates.
* All prices per person. Park fees, 1 night accommodation, meals as per itinerary, guide & vehicle included.
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Trip Gallery
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
The two parks sit next to each other on the road south from Arusha and offer contrasting landscapes and wildlife - Tarangire's elephants and baobabs, and Manyara's tree-climbing lions and flamingos - making them a natural, efficient pairing for a short safari.
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