African Safari: Tarangire National Park & Ngorongoro Crater
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African Safari: Tarangire National Park & Ngorongoro Crater
Prices Start From $3,100 per person
3 Day | 2 Night
If you’re climbing Kilimanjaro and want to make the most of your African adventure, our 3-day, 2-night African Safari following your expedition is a great way to celebrate your success on Kilimanjaro and a perfect time for your friends and family to join you. This safari takes you to Tarangire National Park and Ngorongoro Crater, where you will experience some of the most spectacular wildlife and landscapes that Africa has to offer.
The Ngorongoro Crater is a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its dense population of wildlife, including lions, elephants, and hippos. Often referred to as Africa’s “Eden” or the “Eighth Wonder of the World,” the Ngorongoro Crater is a landscape you don’t want to miss. This geological marvel was formed over two million years ago when a massive volcano erupted and collapsed, creating the world’s largest unbroken volcanic caldera. Today, this vast crater has walls that rise over 1,968 feet (600 meters) high and spans more than 100 square miles, all while harboring some of the most unique ecosystems in the world.
Tarangire National Park is renowned for its distinctive landscapes, abundant wildlife, and unique safari experiences. The park is dotted with iconic baobab trees that create a surreal backdrop for your game drives. In addition, its famous elephant population is one of the most abundant in Tanzania. But don’t worry; you’ll also have a chance to check out the other Big Five, including lions, buffalos, leopards, and rhinoceros.
African Safari Itinerary
This itinerary is only a rough estimate and will be determined by weather and conditions. This is adventure travel, meaning things rarely go as planned, and this schedule will likely change. Travlers need to be adaptable and positive.
- Day 1: This morning, your guide will pick you up from the hotel and depart for Tarangire National Park. Tarangire is one of Tanzania's largest national parks and a sanctuary for a famously large elephant population. Majestic baobab trees are an interesting feature of the park. Animals concentrate along the Tarangire River, which provides the only permanent water supply in the area. There is a great diversity of wildlife, including lion, leopard, cheetah, and up to six thousand elephants. Enjoy your afternoon game drive before sleeping within Tarangire National Park.
- Day 2: Start your day with a thrilling morning game drive in Tarangire National Park, where the golden savannah awakens with life. Witness herds of elephants, predators on the prowl, and vibrant birdlife in their natural habitat. After a relaxing lunch, embark on another exciting afternoon game drive to uncover more of Tarangire's hidden treasures. As the day winds down, begin your scenic journey to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. On your way, you will pass through the town of Karatu in the green hills of Tanzania’s northern highlands. Presided over by the towering Ol Deani Volcano, this small, colourful town serves as a popular overnight stop for visitors exploring the area’s many game parks.
- Day 3: Today, you will descend into the Ngorongoro Crater, a wonderful haven for wildlife. Ngorongoro is unique in that almost all the wildlife lives within the crater walls, hence you have the opportunity to find game easily. Rhino in particular can be seen regularly, as well as prides of lion and other predators like cheetah. Enjoy lunch by the hippo pond, then you will commence with your journey back to civilization. You will then be dropped off at JRO Airport in the evening in time for your flight.
Our expeditions are designed to be fully inclusive, except for some services/items of a personal nature, like flights, gear, and insurance. Here’s a detailed list so you know what to expect.
Included in the African Safari:
- World-class safari guides
- All safari accommodations, including one night near Tarangire National Park and another near the breathtaking Ngorongoro Crater
- All safari meals, including breakfast, lunch, and dinner
- All transport within the itinerary, including all safari game drives
- Airport transfers from the Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO)
Not Included in the African Safari:
- Flights to and from Tanzania
- Personal gear
- In the event of a rescue, evacuation, or early departure from the group, any rescue expenses incurred or excess expenses above and beyond our normal trip costs, including transport, hotels, evacuation, flight changes, and gear shipping, are the responsibility of the client.
- Guide tip (Customary but optional)
- Required trip insurance policy (for trip cancellation, interruption, rescue & evacuation, medical treatment, repatriation, etc.)
All prices are in US Dollars.
CTSS requires clients to buy trip insurance for all expeditions. Please see our page on trip insurance and cancellation policy for more information.
All payments once submitted are non-refundable and non-transferable. If balances are not received by specified dates, the client forfeits their place on the program and any prior fees paid.
