2-Days Affordable Safari to Tarangire and Lake Manyara 2026-2027

2 days affordable safari to Tarangire and Lake Manyara Highlights:

• Day 1: Arusha to Tarangire 
• Day 2:Karatu to Lake Manyara 

Overview

This 2-day safari is perfect for travelers with limited time who want to experience Tanzania’s wildlife without spending too much. You will start from Arusha and head to Tarangire National Park, known for its huge elephant herds, unique baobab trees, and rich birdlife. Enjoy an afternoon game drive and spot giraffes, zebras, and maybe lions resting in the shade. On the second day, you will visit Lake Manyara National Park, famous for tree-climbing lions, hippos, and flamingos along the lake shore. Your private guide will share interesting stories about the animals, their behaviors, and the park’s history. This safari combines adventure, learning, and relaxation, with cozy lodges or tented camps for overnight stays and all meals included. It’s a short but memorable way to experience some of northern Tanzania’s top wildlife destinations.

Itinerary

Day 1: Arusha ro Tarangire National Park

After a good breakfast in Arusha, you will start your journey by car to Tarangire National Park. The drive takes you through scenic rural landscapes with small villages and rolling hills. Upon arrival, enjoy a relaxed lunch at your lodge or camp. In the afternoon, go on your first game drive. Look out for Tarangire’s famous elephant herds wandering among baobab trees, as well as giraffes, zebras, and a variety of birds. Your guide will explain interesting facts about the wildlife and ecosystem. In the evening, return to your lodge or tented camp, enjoy dinner, and relax under the African sky.
Meals: Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Lodge/Tented Camp in Tarangire

Day 2: Tarangire to Lake Manyara - Arusha

Wake up early and enjoy breakfast before leaving for Lake Manyara National Park. On the way, admire the scenic views of the Great Rift Valley. Upon entering Lake Manyara, embark on a game drive along the lake shore, spotting hippos in the water, flamingos, elephants, and even the famous tree-climbing lions resting in acacia trees. After a fun morning game drive, enjoy lunch at a nearby lodge. In the afternoon, begin your drive back to Arusha, stopping for photos or short breaks along the way. Arrive in Arusha by late afternoon and be dropped at your hotel or airport.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation: N/A

Inclusions

• Private 4x4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof
• Professional English-speaking driver/guide
• Park entry fees
• Accommodation as listed
• Meals as indicated
• Bottled drinking water

Exclusions

• International and domestic flights
• Visa fees
• Travel insurance
• Tips for driver/guide and lodge staff
• Personal expenses (souvenirs, drinks, laundry)