2 Days Tarangire & Serengeti Safari

2 Days Tarangire & Serengeti Safari

A Quick Yet Unforgettable Dive into Tanzania's Wild Heart

Embark on an unforgettable journey that captures the essence of Tanzania’s untamed wilderness in just two days. This 2-day safari to Tarangire National Park and the Serengeti is tailor-made for travelers seeking an immersive wildlife experience without compromising on time. Whether you're starting from Moshi, Arusha, or even Dar es Salaam, this compact itinerary offers a perfect snapshot of Tanzania's most iconic safari destinations.

Day one takes you to the majestic Tarangire National Park, famous for its towering baobab trees, sweeping savannah landscapes, and impressive elephant herds. As you venture through the park, you’ll encounter a wide array of wildlife including lions, giraffes, wildebeests, zebras, and over 500 species of birds. The Tarangire River, the park’s lifeline, draws animals from miles around, making it a hotspot for game viewing, especially during the dry season. With its rich biodiversity and fewer crowds compared to other parks, Tarangire offers a truly intimate safari experience.

On day two, your journey continues into the world-renowned Serengeti National Park, home to the Great Migration and an endless theater of wildlife drama. Known for its vast plains and unparalleled density of predators, the Serengeti delivers a classic African safari atmosphere. You’ll have the chance to witness lions lounging under acacia trees, cheetahs scanning the horizon, and if you're lucky, even a leopard lounging on a branch. Depending on the season, you may also catch a glimpse of the massive herds of wildebeest and zebras on their epic journey across the plains.

Elephants under baobabs in Tarangire
Lions in Serengeti Plain
Wildebeest migration in Serengeti

Why Book This 2‑Day Tarangire‑Serengeti Safari?

  • Iconic Wildlife & Big Five: Tarangire is famous for its elephant populations and baobab trees, Serengeti for open plains, lion prides, leopards, cheetahs, and large predator activity. You’ll have strong chances to see all Big Five.
  • Landscape Diversity: From riverine woodland, marshes, and baobabs in Tarangire to vast savanna plains, kopjes (rock outcroppings), riverbanks, and hills in the Serengeti—each park offers striking contrast and unique photo opportunities.
  • Migration & Seasonal Wonders: Depending on timing, possible views of large herds of wildebeest and zebra crossing rivers or grazing in Serengeti; in Tarangire in dry season, clustering around the Tarangire River.
  • Early‑Morning & Sunset Drives: Wildlife is most active at dawn and dusk. Our schedule ensures you get the golden‑hour light and best chance of predator behaviour, bird activity, and dramatic skies.
  • Cultural Touches: Learn about Maasai culture or visit pastoral communities on the edges of Tarangire. See how people live alongside wilderness—the rhythms, traditions, and stories of Tanzania’s rural life.
  • Comfort & Adventure: Lodging in comfortable safari lodges or tented camps with views, delicious meals, guide‑driven game drives in 4×4 vehicles, and small group or private options.
  • Ideal for Photographers & Wildlife Lovers: Expansive skies, predator action, herd movement, lone trees, river crossings—all make this safari a dream for photos and memories.

2‑Day Safari Itinerary: Tarangire & Serengeti

Day 1: Tarangire – Elephants, Baobabs & Night Game Drive

Pick‑up from your hotel in Arusha or Moshi early in the morning (approx 06:30 AM). Depart for Tarangire National Park (about 2‑3 hour drive depending on where you start). Arrive at Tarangire before mid‑morning, ready for a game drive through the park. Tarangire is world‑renowned for its large herds of elephants and spectacular baobab trees — you’ll be driving across open plains, through riverine corridors, spotting buffaloes, giraffes, impalas, warthogs, a plethora of bird species, and possibly elusive predators like leopards.

Break for a picnic lunch inside the park, then continue afternoon game drive when the light softens and animals move toward water sources. As dusk approaches, head towards vantage points for sunset photography. After dinner lodge‑side, enjoy an optional night game drive or spotlight walk (where permitted) to try to spot nocturnal species – genets, bush babies, porcupines, owls and possibly leopards.

Day 2: Serengeti – Plains, Predators & Homeward Bound

Wake early for breakfast, then depart for the Serengeti National Park (mileage depending on lodge location, but expect several hours driving across changing landscapes). Upon arrival, head straight into a game drive across the Serengeti’s endless plains. Look out for predator activity – lion prides resting or hunting, cheetahs on the move, possibly leopard sightings, and the iconic wildebeest and zebra herds grazing. Depending on the route and season, you might witness river crossings or migration dynamics.

Lunch will be served at a scenic spot in the Serengeti (camp or picnic). After lunch, continue with an afternoon drive, exploring kopjes (rock outcrops), river banks, and floodplains. As evening sets in, enjoy the Serengeti sunset—a moment of magic when the sky turns gold, shadows stretch, and the day’s wildlife activity winds down. Then begin your journey back to Arusha or to your next destination, arriving by late evening with unforgettable memories, photos, and perhaps lifelong stories of wildlife encounters.

Included in This Safari

  • Professional English‑speaking safari guide/driver with expert wildlife tracking skills
  • Private or small‑group 4×4 safari vehicle with pop‑up roof for excellent game viewing and photography
  • All entrance fees to Tarangire & Serengeti National Parks; park levies & government taxes included
  • One night accommodation in mid‑range safari lodge or tented camp (full board) in Tarangire or en route, or Serengeti (depending on logistics)
  • Two full game drives (one in Tarangire, one in Serengeti), early mornings and afternoons to capture best wildlife activity
  • Meals as specified (breakfast, lunch, dinner), mineral water while on game drives
  • All government taxes, levies, and park fees

Not Included

  • Tips for guides, lodge staff, vehicle crew
  • Alcoholic drinks, soft drinks, champagne unless stated
  • Travel insurance and personal medical costs
  • Optional activities such as hot air balloon safari or night drives where not included in park regulations
  • Personal items, camera fees, visa fees etc.

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