2-Day Ngorongoro Crater Safari
Tour Overview
Experience the renowned Ngorongoro Conservation Area with this efficient yet immersive two-day safari. Guests spend a full day on the crater floor, enjoying expertly guided game drives in search of lions, elephants, rhinos, zebras, and flamingos. The second day features exploration of the surrounding highlands and cultural highlights, such as a Maasai village or Olduvai Gorge, providing a well-rounded combination of wildlife and cultural enrichment. This program is designed for travellers seeking both natural and cultural experiences, without feeling rushed.
Day 1: Ngorongoro Crater Game Drive
You’ll be collected directly from your hotel in Arusha or Karatu for your transfer to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Upon arrival, you’ll be introduced to your professional safari guide before descending into the crater for a game drive, where there are excellent chances to observe elephants, lions, buffalo, zebras, and antelope in their natural environment. Lunch will be served picnic-style within the crater itself, offering a unique opportunity to dine amidst remarkable scenery and abundant wildlife. Your afternoon continues with further game drives across the crater’s varied landscapes; there is also the option for short walks to enable photography or birdwatching if desired. At the end of the day, you’ll ascend to the crater rim and be transferred to your lodge or camp, where dinner and overnight accommodation await.
Day 2: Highlands & Cultural Exploration
After breakfast, proceed to explore the Ngorongoro highlands. You have the option to visit a Maasai village and gain firsthand insight into local traditions, or join a short guided hike for panoramic crater rim views. Lunch will be provided at a lodge or as a scenic highland picnic. For those interested, there is an optional visit to Olduvai Gorge, a renowned archaeological site. Afterwards, return to Arusha or Karatu. The day will conclude with a transfer to your hotel, marking the conclusion of your Ngorongoro safari experience.
We handle all logistics, including transfers, accommodations, park fees, and guided tours. Our reviews highlight our reliability, knowledgeable guides, and ability to cater to special needs (e.g., vegan diets). Find out more about us here.
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Day Trips: From Arusha or Dar es Salaam, visit parks like Tarangire, Lake Manyara, Ngorongoro, Saadani, or Mikumi.
Multi-Day Adventures: Options include 3-day Saadani or Mkomazi trips, 5-day Usambara Mountains tours, or 7-day Western Tanzania adventures.
Custom Safaris: Tailored to your preferences, including Serengeti’s Great Migration, Zanzibar extensions, or Kilimanjaro treks.
Daigle Tours, a family-owned company since 2010, specialises in customizable safaris across Tanzania’s Northern, Southern, Eastern, and Western Circuits. Based in Dar es Salaam, we excel in Southern Tanzania’s less-crowded parks like Nyerere and Ruaha. Our exclusive lodge near Nyerere National Park offers unique wildlife experiences. With experienced guides, top-tier vehicles, and personalised service, we ensure a memorable safari.
Daigle Tours is the first choice for the Southern Circuit because:
- We’re based here – Our head office is in Dar es Salaam so we can easily access the best parks in the region, and we know them inside out.
- Exclusive Safari Lodge in Nyerere National Park (formerly known as Selous) – We own and operate a lodge on the border of Nyerere National Park, so you can enjoy the whole Daigle Tours experience when you stay with us there.
- True Experts – We can’t think of any other safari companies of our size who share our vast knowledge of the region. We can’t wait to show you around our homeland.
2-Day Ngorongoro Crater Safari
STARTING FROM (per person, in USD)
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS: A two-day Ngorongoro safari combining rich wildlife encounters with cultural exploration in the surrounding highlands.
INCLUSIONS: Park Fees
All Activities (Unless labelled as optional)
Meals (As specified in the day-by-day program)
Drinking Water (On all days)
All Accommodation (during the safari)
One-way Airport Transfer
Professional Driver/Guide
All Transportation (Unless labelled as optional)
All Taxes/VAT
EXCLUSIONS: International Flights (From/to home)
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
* Indicative costs per person
Why Choose the Northern Circuit?
The Northern Circuit is Tanzania’s iconic safari heartland, home to the greatest wildlife spectacle on earth and landscapes that define Africa. Witness the Great Migration in the Serengeti, stand at the edge of Ngorongoro Crater, and climb the foothills of Kilimanjaro — all perfectly organised by Daigle Tours, your trusted local experts.
Why the Northern Circuit Stands Out:
