The Most Complete Guide to 2-Day Tanzania Safari with Night Game Drive from Arusha & Moshi

The Most Complete 2-Day Tanzania Safari with Night Game Drive from Arusha & Moshi

The 2-Day Tanzania Safari with Night Game Drive from Arusha or Moshi offers an exciting and unique adventure that combines daytime game drives with a thrilling night safari. On Day 1, you'll begin your journey by heading to Lake Manyara National Park (about 120 km / 2 hours from Arusha or Moshi), known for its tree-climbing lions, large elephant herds, and abundant birdlife. After a full day of wildlife viewing, enjoy an exhilarating night game drive in the park, where you’ll have the chance to spot nocturnal animals like hyenas, leopards, and owls, which are more active after dark. On Day 2, visit the Ngorongoro Crater (approximately 145 km / 3 hours), a UNESCO World Heritage Site famous for its rich wildlife, including the Big Five. The crater provides an excellent opportunity to view animals in their natural habitats, all while taking in stunning views of the ancient volcanic caldera. This 2-day safari is ideal for travelers looking to experience both daytime and nighttime game viewing in Tanzania’s top wildlife destinations. Safari prices typically range from USD 400 to USD 1500 per person, depending on the accommodation and transport options chosen.

Full Details Itinerary for 2-Day Tanzania Safari with Night Game Drive from Arusha & Moshi

Day 1: Arusha | Moshi to Tarangire National Park

After breakfast in Arusha, we will depart for Tarangire National Park early in the morning. Once we arrive in Tarangire we will begin exploring the enormous termite mounds and the ancient baobab trees. This park is renowned for its diverse bird species and extensive population of elephants.

There are regular sightings of ferocious lions, giraffe, warthogs, ostriches, impalas, cheetah, mongoose, buffaloes, and mischievous baboons. After viewing the wildlife in Tarangire we will continue our journey to our next highlight the Ngorongoro Crater and Close to Lake Manyara. Dinner and Overnight.

Day 2: Ngorongoro Crater to Arusha | Moshi

We will have an early start to the day to ensure that we complete the itinerary for the day which includes a magnificent game drive with a picnic lunch in the crater. Animals infrequently migrate in and out of the crater due to its elevated walls.

This means you are capable of spotting every member of the big five in one day. The big five comprises of buffalo, elephants, rhinos, lions and leopards. Some of the other wildlife that you can expect to see includes zebras, hippo, wildebeest and hyenas. The craters also feature an extensive bird population including geese, storks and vultures.

You will be graced by the lovely flamingos on the Soda Lake. Our guides are highly skilled and will impress you with their ability to track down animals. This is a skill that a book cannot teach you and that a selected few can perform. Your trip will come to an end in the late afternoon and we will proceed back to Arusha at Mrimba Palm hotel Meals BB.


Day of departure: Transfer to the Kilimanjaro Airport.