Ngorongoro Crater
from $220 per person
Descend into the world's largest intact caldera for a full day among lions, elephants, rhinos and flamingos on the crater floor.
View the tripAt A Glance
Classic African wildlife viewing, ideal before a Kilimanjaro climb or Serengeti safari.
LocationManyara Region, Northern Tanzania
Distance from Arusha~140 km (2–2.5 hrs each way, tarmac)
Park size~2,850 km²
Key wildlifeElephants, tree-climbing lions, leopards, giraffe
BirdlifeOver 550 species
Best time to visitJune–October (dry season); year-round
Fare from$135 per person
Your Day, Hour By Hour
The day, hour by hour
An early start makes the most of the cool morning hours when wildlife is most active.
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Hotel pickup
Depart Arusha in a private 4x4 for the scenic tarmac drive to the park.
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Enter Tarangire
Process permits at the gate and begin the game drive among the baobabs.
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Morning game drive
Track elephant herds along the Tarangire River, with lions, giraffe and zebra.
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Picnic lunch
Stop at a scenic picnic site overlooking the river valley.
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Afternoon loop
A final game loop through the woodlands before exiting the park.
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Hotel drop-off
Return to Arusha after a full day in the bush.
2026 Pricing
Price per person
Private day safari. Per-person rates drop sharply with group size as the vehicle and guide are shared.
| Group size | Per person | Group total | You save |
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| 1 traveller | $380per person | $380 | — |
| 2 travellers | $240per person | $480 | −37% |
| 3 travellers | $190per person | $570 | −50% |
| 4 travellers Best value | $165per person | $660 | −57% |
| 5 travellers | $150per person | $750 | −61% |
| 6+ travellers | $135per person | $135 each | −64% |
Prices include the TANAPA conservation permit (~$53–$59 per adult incl. VAT), vehicle and crew permits, guide, lunch and water.
The Details
What’s included
Everything you need for a seamless day — and the few things to bring or budget for yourself.
Included
- Private 4x4 Land Cruiser with pop-up roof for game viewing.
- TANAPA conservation entry permit — official park fees.
- Vehicle & crew permits — all commercial entry taxes.
- Professional driver-guide — certified, English-speaking.
- Hot or packed lunch box with fresh fruit.
- Bottled mineral water throughout the day.
Not included
- Driver-guide tipping — recommended $20–$30 total per group.
- Personal items — drinks and souvenirs.
- Travel insurance — personal and medical cover.
- Optional extras — anything beyond the standard itinerary.
Questions
Frequently asked questions
Very much so — it’s only 2–2.5 hours from Arusha on tarmac, so you get a full 6-hour game drive and are back for dinner. It’s one of the best value single-day safaris in the north.
The dry season, June to October, is best — herds of up to 300 gather along the Tarangire River as other water sources dry up. The green season is quieter for game but superb for birds.
Four of them — elephants, lions, leopards and buffalo. Wild rhinos aren’t resident, so for the full set you’d pair Tarangire with Ngorongoro.
Neutral, light clothing, a hat and sunscreen, a zoom camera or binoculars, and small cash for tips. Permits, lunch, water and transport are all included.
Book your day
Ready for your Tarangire day trip?
Tell us your pickup point and dates and we’ll arrange everything — private vehicle, guide, permits and door-to-door transfers. Combine it with another trip or a longer safari if you wish.
