2 Day Safari to Arusha National Park & Ngorongoro Crater
This safari is recommended throughout the year.
Arrival
9th October 2025: Arrive at Arusha Airport (ARK).
On arrival at Arusha Airport (ARK) at 13:50 on Precision Air flight PW422, please proceed through immigration and customs and collect your luggage. Once you have exited the terminal, look out for our friendly Team Kilimanjaro driver, who will be holding a placard with your name on it.
You will then be transferred in a private vehicle to Karama Lodge, where you will stay for two nights on a bed and breakfast basis. This charming eco-lodge offers a tranquil setting with views over Arusha, perfect for relaxing after your journey and preparing for the days ahead.
Arusha National Park
10th October 2025: You will be collected from your hotel in Arusha at approximately 07:30 and transferred by vehicle to Arusha National Park Gate for registration.
Enjoy a scenic drive through the park to viewpoints overlooking the Momella Lakes and Ngurdoto Crater rim.
A picnic lunch will be served in the park, followed by a short afternoon safari drive around the Momella Lakes where you may see giraffe, elephant, hippo, buffalo, zebra, and wildebeest before returning to your lodge by late afternoon.
Your safari guide will meet you at Karama Lodge at approximately 18:00 for your pre-safari briefing. During this meeting, he will introduce himself, outline the itinerary for your safari days, confirm pick-up times, and discuss what to expect on game drives and at each destination. He will also review any special requests, ensure all necessary permits and arrangements are in order, and answer any questions you may have before your adventure begins.
Safari
11th October 2025: Your safari guide will collect you from your hotel in Arusha at approximately 0700 to start your safari. Transfer from Arusha to Tarangire National Park for a morning game drive. Early afternoon transfer to Ngorongoro Conservation Area for overnight at Neptune Ngorongoro Luxury Lodge.
12th October 2025: After an early breakfast, descent into Ngorongoro Crater for game drive in hopes of witnessing the Big 5. In Africa, the Big Five is made up of the lion, rhinoceros, leopards, elephant and Cape buffalo. All of these animals are viewable within the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, including the crater and are protected thanks to the wildlife conservation efforts of Tanzania.
Afternoon transfer to Arusha for your overnight stay at Karama Lodge for your final night in Tanzania.
Safari route map
This map is not a comprehensive description of movements and shows only a selection of approximate landmarks along the safari's intended route.
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Hotels have been booked and paid for by the clients
Departure
13th October 2025: Youβll need to check out of your hotel by late morning. However, if you wish to wander into town for the day, you may leave your bags with reception and may continue to use the hotelβs facilities. Please let us know if you need a guide to accompany you or if you wish to organise any special activities today.
Please be ready to be collected for your airport transfer at least 3 hours before, to ensure sufficient time to check-in for your flight departing ARK.
This itinerary is recommended throughout the year.
This safari itinerary is recommended throughout the year.
This safari itinerary is recommended throughout the year.
This safari itinerary is recommended throughout the year.
This safari itinerary is recommended throughout the year.
This safari itinerary is recommended for the discerning traveller visiting from July to October - as this is when the migration is expected to be in the Mara Region - and who wants to minimise wasted transiting time in the vehicle.
This safari itinerary is recommended from November to April when we expect the migration to be in the south.
This safari itinerary is recommended throughout the year.
This safari itinerary is recommended for the discerning traveller visiting from July to October - as this is when the migration is expected to be in the Mara Region - and who wants to minimise wasted transiting time in the vehicle.
This safari itinerary is recommended for the discerning traveller visiting from July to October - as this is when the migration is expected to be in the Mara Region - and who wants to minimise wasted transiting time in the vehicle.