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Affordable shared safari from Arusha

2 Day Tarangire and Ngorongoro Joining Safari

Make two safari days count in Tarangire elephant country and the spectacular Ngorongoro Crater while sharing the vehicle cost.

From $440 USD per person

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Duration2 days

RouteTarangire and Ngorongoro

Safari styleShared camping or lodging

Start and finishArusha

★★★★★

“Rose and Edna communicated clearly before the trip and organised everything smoothly.” — Abdulrazack Kiiza, Google review

Why book this route

A short safari that puts both days to good use

Start among Tarangire's giant baobabs and elephant herds, sleep near Karatu, then descend early into Ngorongoro Crater. This carefully timed shared route delivers two of Northern Tanzania's most exciting wildlife areas at an accessible package price.

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Who this safari suits

A shared safari that keeps the cost lower

Solo travellers and couples who want to share vehicle costs
Kilimanjaro climbers adding a short safari
Visitors with two available safari days
Guests choosing between camping and lodging

Your shared safari

Two carefully planned game drive days

Your local guide leads the published route from Arusha, with park fees, game drives and your selected camping or lodging arrangement prepared before departure.

Ready when you are

Turn two free days into a Northern Tanzania safari

Send your preferred date and accommodation style. We will check space for your date and reply with the meeting details and the next step to reserve your place.

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Day by day itinerary

2 day Tarangire and Ngorongoro safari plan

Choose camping or lodging below. The same exciting park route awaits every guest in the shared group.

Day 1

Arusha to Tarangire National Park

Meet your guide after breakfast and enter the land of giant baobabs and elephant herds. Follow the Tarangire River through wildlife rich woodland and open plains as the first day of your joining safari unfolds around you. Continue to Karatu in the late afternoon.

Meals: lunch and dinner. Overnight: midrange lodge in Karatu, outside the Ngorongoro Conservation Area.Meals: lunch and dinner. Overnight: Fig Tree Campsite in the Mto wa Mbu area, outside the Ngorongoro Conservation Area.

Day 2

Ngorongoro Crater game drive and return

Leave early and descend into one of Africa's most remarkable natural wildlife arenas. Explore crater grassland, woodland and wetlands shaped by lions, buffalo, zebras, wildebeest, hippos and black rhino. After lunch, return to Arusha.

Meals: breakfast and lunch. End of safari after the return drive.Meals: breakfast and lunch. End of safari after the return drive.

From Our Team on the Ground

A local note from Serengeti Wild Tours

For this short shared route, Serengeti Wild Tours keeps the plan simple: Tarangire first, then an early Ngorongoro Crater day. Avoiding extra stops protects the useful game-drive time when you only have two safari days.

Accommodation choices

Camping or lodging on the same shared route

Choose the comfort style that suits your budget. The parks, shared vehicle and published joining route stay the same; we confirm the exact available stays for your departure date before you commit.

Lodging option

Lodging

Midrange lodges and ensuite tented camps on the published route, confirmed for your departure date.

midrange lodge in Karatu, outside the Ngorongoro Conservation Area

Camping option

Camping

Public safari campsites on the same route, with the camping support included in the published package.

Fig Tree Campsite in the Mto wa Mbu area, outside the Ngorongoro Conservation Area

Joining safari price

Choose camping or lodging

The camping price uses shared safari facilities and public campsites.

Complete safari$440per person

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What your joining-safari price covers

The displayed rate is per person for the published shared route and the accommodation style you select. It includes the shared safari vehicle, professional guide, route park and conservation fees, meals and drinking water as listed below.

Included

Included in your joining safari

Shared 4x4 safari vehicle with a pop up roof
Professional English speaking safari guide
Park and conservation fees for the published route
Ngorongoro Crater service fee
Meals stated in the day by day programme
Drinking water during game drives
Camping equipment and safari cook when camping is selected
Booked safari accommodation when lodging is selected

Not included

Plan separately

International and domestic flights
Visa and comprehensive travel insurance
Accommodation before and after the safari unless added
Airport transfers unless requested and confirmed
Alcoholic drinks, soft drinks and personal purchases
Optional activities and accommodation upgrades
Tips for your guide, cook and accommodation staff

The route ahead

A look at the parks on this route

Tarangire and Ngorongoro feel completely different. Your guide uses local knowledge of each habitat to make the most of the time available without promising a particular sighting.

Elephants at a Tarangire waterhole during a shared Tanzania safari — Tarangire elephant country

Black rhino family in Ngorongoro Crater Tanzania — Ngorongoro Crater wildlife

View over Ngorongoro Crater before a safari descent — Crater highland views

Questions before booking

Helpful answers for this safari

Where does this joining safari start?

The shared safari normally starts and finishes in Arusha. Tell us if you are staying in Moshi so we can arrange the most practical transfer.

Can I book this safari as a solo traveller?

Yes. This route is designed for travellers who want to join others and share the safari vehicle.

Should I choose camping or lodging?

Choose camping for the lowest package price. Choose lodging when a bed and private room style comfort are more important after the game drive.

Are hotels before and after the safari included?

No. The price covers the two safari days. Arusha accommodation and airport transfers can be added when needed.

Compare joining routes

Not sure this is the right joining safari?

Compare a three day route if you have more time, or return to the full joining safari collection.

Why book with Serengeti Wild Tours

Plan directly with a Tanzanian-owned, locally operated team

Our Arusha team checks space for your date, your camping or lodging option and your place in the vehicle before we ask you to confirm.

Local & licensed

Licensed Tanzanian Tour Operator
TANAPA / NCAA authorized operator.

Clear payment steps

10% deposit to confirm
Balance due 10 days before safari.
Bank transfer / Wise / card available.

Plans can change

Flexible rescheduling available - ask us about your travel dates.

Simple booking process

What happens after you enquire

Step 1

Send your dates

Tell us your preferred date and whether you want camping or lodging.

Step 2

We check space for your date

We confirm space on the joining safari and the accommodation option.

Step 3

We send the final details

You receive the route, price, meeting point and what is included.

Step 4

Confirm your place

Your booking is confirmed with the agreed deposit.

What guests say about travelling with us

“Rose and Edna communicated clearly before the trip and organised everything smoothly. Although it was a joining safari, the service still felt very personal. The Serengeti Wild Tours staff genuinely cared about our experience.”

— Abdulrazack Kiiza, Google review

Ask about a 2 Day joining departure

Share your preferred date and choose camping or lodging. We will check space for your date and help you reserve the option that suits you.

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