2 Days Tanzania Safari from Mwanza to Tarangire and Ngorongoro

While Mwanza is quite far from the northern parks by road, we typically arrange a morning flight to Arusha or Kilimanjaro to make this itinerary feasible. This allows you to start your game drive in Tarangire by midday on the first day instead of spending the whole day driving. By flying instead of driving across the Serengeti, you save over ten hours of travel time and maximize your wildlife viewing.

You have a very high chance of seeing lions, elephants, and buffaloes in both parks during your 2-day Mwanza wildlife excursion. The Ngorongoro Crater is also one of the few places in East Africa where you can reliably spot the black rhino in its natural habitat. Your guide will work tirelessly throughout the 2-day Mwanza wildlife excursion to ensure you tick off as many of these iconic animals as possible.

We use custom-built 4x4 Land Cruisers equipped with pop-up roofs for the best viewing angles and photography opportunities. These vehicles are designed to handle the rugged terrain of the parks while providing a comfortable ride for all passengers. Each car also includes a cooler for drinks and charging ports for your electronic devices so you never run out of battery.

We offer various lodging options ranging from mid-range tented camps to luxury lodges located near the park gates or on the crater rim. These accommodations provide hot showers, comfortable beds, and delicious meals to help you relax after a long day of wildlife watching. Most of our selected lodges offer stunning views of the surrounding wilderness and top-notch hospitality.

Yes, the package includes all meals from lunch on the first day to lunch on the second day of your trip. You will enjoy picnic lunches inside the parks at designated sites to maximize your time spent looking for animals. Dinners and breakfasts are typically served at the lodge.

We can certainly alter the schedule to include a cultural visit to a Maasai boma near the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. This adds about an hour to your trip and provides a unique insight into the traditional lifestyle and customs of the local people. Please mention this preference during booking so we can adjust the timing of your game drives accordingly.

Our standard quotes usually exclude internal flights, but we can easily add them as part of a comprehensive package for your convenience. Including the flight ensures that all your transfers from Mwanza to the parks are seamlessly coordinated by our team. We offer both private and group-joining options depending on your budget and travel style.

The dry season from June to October is ideal because animals congregate around water sources in Tarangire, making them much easier to spot. However, the Ngorongoro Crater provides excellent wildlife viewing throughout the year due to its permanent water supply and enclosed ecosystem. Traveling during the green season from November to May offers beautiful lush landscapes and fewer crowds.

It is wise to pack light layers as the temperatures vary greatly between the hot plains and the cool crater rim in the mornings. Bring a hat, sunscreen, binoculars, and a good camera to capture all the memories from the bush. Comfortable walking shoes are also important for the time spent around the lodge or at picnic sites during the day.

Most guests choose to end in Arusha for further travel, but we can arrange a return flight to Mwanza on the second evening. This flexibility allows you to return home or to your workplace immediately after the safari ends without any hassle. Simply let us know your final destination so we can manage the airport transfers and flight bookings correctly.