Locally owned safari company · Pangani Street, Arusha

Mid-range safari · Private

2-Day Safari to Tarangire and Ngorongoro Crater

Two days through Tarangire and Ngorongoro Crater. Private vehicle and guide, mid-range lodges and tented camps. Nights at Suricata Boma Lodge.

  • 2 days
  • Tarangire · Ngorongoro Crater
  • Park fees included

From$870per person, two travelling

Trip overview

Your safari at a glance

  • Length2 days · 1 night
  • GroupPrivate
  • StayLodges and tented camps
  • Getting aroundPop-up-roof Land Cruiser
  • Starts and endsArusha → Arusha
  • Best monthsJun – Oct
  1. StartArusha
  2. Tarangire
  3. Ngorongoro Crater
  4. EndArusha

Where you go

Route map

Your route

  1. 1Start Arusha
  2. 2Tarangire
  3. 3Ngorongoro Crater
  4. 4End Arusha

Approximate route between stops.

Itinerary

Day by day

  1. Day1Serengeti Day 1 · Tarangire · SerengetiArusha to Tarangire National Park Your safari adventure begins! Your Makini guide will pick you up from your lodge in or near Arusha. During the 2.5-hour drive, enjoy scenic views of…Lunch & dinner, (Breakfast not included), Non-alcoholic drinksSuricata Boma Lodge Read the full dayShow less

    Your safari adventure begins! Your Makini guide will pick you up from your lodge in or near Arusha. During the 2.5-hour drive, enjoy scenic views of Tanzania’s beautiful landscapes and local communities. Upon arrival, we’ll begin a game drive through Tarangire National Park, famous for its large elephant herds, majestic baobab trees, and diverse wildlife, including tree-climbing African pythons. Around midday, you’ll enjoy a delicious picnic lunch in the park, surrounded by the sights and sounds of the African wilderness. After lunch, continue exploring Tarangire on an afternoon game drive before heading to Suricata Boma Lodge for a relaxing overnight stay.

    TonightSuricata Boma LodgeLunch & dinner, (Breakfast not included), Non-alcoholic drinks
  2. Day2Ngorongoro Crater Day 2 · Ngorongoro CraterNgorongoro Crater to Arusha You’ll start your day early and, after breakfast, drive into the magnificent Ngorongoro Crater. The Ngorongoro Crater is the largest intact caldera…Breakfast & lunch, (Dinner not included), All drinks, (Except for spirits/liquor) Read the full dayShow less

    You’ll start your day early and, after breakfast, drive into the magnificent Ngorongoro Crater. The Ngorongoro Crater is the largest intact caldera in the world and home to an estimated 30,000 large mammals. Its natural boundaries create a thriving ecosystem where you can spot the Big Five, including the African black rhino, as well as hyenas, zebras, elephants, and many other wildlife species. During the game drive, you’ll enjoy a delicious picnic lunch in the crater, surrounded by the spectacular scenery and wildlife. After an exciting day of exploration, we’ll begin our drive back to Arusha in the afternoon and drop you off at your hotel.

Want a different order, an extra night or another lodge? Every day here can change. Ask us to adjust it

Where you sleep

Properties used for this safari

  • Night 1

    Mid-range lodge · Serengeti

    Suricata Boma Lodge

    En-suite rooms · Inside or close to the park · Meals as listed in the itinerary

    1 night · or similar
    Ask about it

Mid-range lodges and tented camps have en-suite rooms and are inside or close to the parks. Names are confirmed in your written itinerary.

What it costs

Safari pricing

Price per person in US dollars by number of people travelling together
Accommodation1 person2 people3 people4 people5 people6 peopleBest valueQuote
Mid-range lodgesOn request$870$818$788$765$730Get quote
  • Per person, sharing. The vehicle and guide cost the same for two or six, so bigger groups pay less each.
  • Children under 15 pay less, and solo travellers pay a supplement. We include both in your quote.
  • Deposit to confirm: 20% for camping safaris, 40% for lodge safaris.

The fine print

What the price covers

Included

  • Park fees (non-residents)
  • All activities
  • All accommodation
  • A professional driver/guide
  • All transportation
  • All Taxes/VAT
  • Meals
  • Drinks

Not included

  • International flights (From/to home)
  • Roundtrip airport transfer
  • Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
  • Tips (Tipping guideline US$10.00 pp per day)
  • Personal items (Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
  • Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees

In pictures

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Good to know

Questions about this safari

Is this safari private?

Yes. The vehicle and guide are only for your group, for parties of up to 7 people. Larger groups: ask us.

When can it start, and can we change it?

It can start on any day that suits you, and we can change the lodges, the order of the parks or the number of nights.

Can children come?

Yes, from age 2. Children under 15 pay less, and under 6 travel free.

Can I book it on my own?

Not as a solo traveller: the price is for two or more. Ask us about joining a group safari instead.

Are airport transfers included?

We can arrange them for a small extra cost. Tell us your flight times.

Is this safari private?

Check the Group label at the top of the page. Private means the vehicle and guide are only for your group. Shared means up to 6–7 guests in the vehicle.

Can we choose the lodges?

Yes. We suggest lodges for the season and your budget and name them in the written itinerary before you pay a deposit.

Another question?

Our planners in Arusha are happy to help on WhatsApp.

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Before you go

Clothing

  • Light layers in khaki, green or beige
  • A warm fleece for early drives and the crater rim
  • Long sleeves for the evenings
  • Sun hat

Footwear

  • Comfortable closed shoes
  • Sandals for camp or the lodge

Gear

  • Binoculars, one pair each if you can
  • Camera with a spare battery and memory card
  • Soft bag rather than a hard suitcase
  • Power bank

Health

  • Sunscreen and lip balm
  • Insect repellent
  • Personal medication
  • Hand sanitiser

Guest reviews

Travellers on travelling with Makini

5.0Excellent · 105+ reviews

  • The communication with the company was very good, and we were in good hands from the minute we arrived… we got a lot of value for the money.

    Saudat N. TripAdvisor
  • The communication with Lucas via WhatsApp was always very friendly, direct and immediate… our tour guide Aboh was very familiar with all animals and plants.

    Godfrey M. TripAdvisor
  • Great value local Tanzanian operator that provided an unforgettable safari experience.

    Damas F. TripAdvisor

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