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2 Days Big Time Classic Safari

2 days

Tented & Lodge Accommodation • Guided Private Safari • Wi-Fi Available • All Meals Included

  • Explore two world-class parks in one seamless route
  • Private 4×4 Land Cruiser with professional guide
  • Classic lodges and tented camps with Wi-Fi and pools
  • Scenic drives, cultural encounters, and wildlife-rich landscapes
  • Seamless start and finish in Arusha
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Safari Overview

Experience Tanzania’s most famous parks on this two-day safari adventure through Tarangire and Ngorongoro Crater.

Safari Highlights

  • Explore two world-class parks in one seamless route
  • Private 4×4 Land Cruiser with professional guide
  • Classic lodges and tented camps with Wi-Fi and pools
  • Scenic drives, cultural encounters, and wildlife-rich landscapes
  • Seamless start and finish in Arusha

Tour Itinerary

  • Day 1 — Tarangire National Park

After an early breakfast in Arusha, depart with your Big Time Adventures guide for Tarangire National Park (approximately 2.5–3 hours). Enjoy scenic views of the Great Rift Valley, Maasai villages, and rural landscapes along the way. Upon arrival, begin a game drive in the “Kingdom of Elephants,” known for large elephant herds and iconic baobab trees. Spot lions, giraffes, wildebeest, buffalo, and diverse birdlife. Enjoy a picnic lunch inside the park before continuing the afternoon game drive. Later, exit the park and drive to Karatu for dinner and an overnight stay.

Accommodation:

    Tloma Tented Lodge
    • Meal Plan
      Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    • Day 2 — Ngorongoro National Park

    After breakfast in Karatu, depart with your Big Time Adventures guide for the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. A short scenic drive through rolling highlands and Maasai villages. Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for a half-day game drive in the world’s largest intact volcanic caldera. The crater floor hosts abundant wildlife, including the Big Five lion, elephant, buffalo, leopard, and black rhino alongside zebras, wildebeest, hippos, and rich birdlife. Enjoy a picnic lunch inside the crater before continuing your game drive. In the afternoon, begin the return journey to Arusha, arriving in the early evening and concluding your 2-Day Classic Safari.

    Accommodation:

      Accommodation on the final day is not included. However, accommodation can be arranged upon request at an additional cost.
      • Meal Plan
        Breakfast, Lunch

      What’s to See?

      Common Sightings:

      lions

      Found in all major parks, often seen hunting or resting in shade

      Elephant

      Tarangire’s vast herds and Ngorongoro’s crater floor

      Zebras & Wildebeest

      Great herds roaming Serengeti’s plains

      Buffalo & Hippos

      Common near rivers and crater pools

      Giraffes

      Graceful silhouettes across every landscape

      Leopards & Cheetahs

      Best seen in Serengeti’s open grasslands

      Flamingos & Birds

      400+ species across lakes and woodlands

      Black Rhino

      Rare, but occasionally spotted in
      Ngorongoro

      Hyenas

      Scavengers and skilled hunters, frequently heard laughing at night or seen near kills.

      Warthogs

      Commonly spotted grazing on their knees or running with their tails held high.

      Seasonal Highlights:

      June to October
      Excellent time to visit
      Nov to Feb
      Favourable time to visit

      Cost Includes

      • All activities, unless indicated as Optional
      • Meals and Mineral water
      • Medical evacuation services
      • All Accommodation (lodges and tented camps)
      • Private 4×4 Land Cruiser with professional driver-guide
      • All park, TANAPA & conservation fees

      Cost Excludes

      • Tips (Guides, porters and cook)
      • All optional activities (balloon flight, Zanzibar add-on)
      • Personal items & Gears
      • Laundry Services
      • Medical Insurance
      • Toiletries
      • Any changes done by you during safari or before safari
      • All kind of soft drinks and hard drinks at the lodges & camps
      • Drones
      • International flights

      Optional Upgrades

      • Empaakai Nature Walking
      • Game Drive
      • Night Game drive
      • Canoeing Lake Duluti, Arusha National and Manyara
      • Coffee Tour

      Your Guides

      Paul Stanley Godless

      Paul guides Kilimanjaro and Meru climbs with calm encouragement, careful pacing, and strong safety awareness. Guests trust him for his patience and supportive energy, especially on challenging sections of the climb. When he’s not guiding, Paul enjoys football, music, and reading.
      ''“I focus on each guest’s pace. A safe, successful summit is the real goal.”''

      Benjamin Solomon

      Benjamin brings humour, patience, and strong guiding skills to every safari. He grew up around Tanzania’s wilderness and loves helping guests experience the parks through local stories, animal behaviour, and hidden viewing spots. Guests often describe him as friendly, attentive, and someone who makes them feel safe and relaxed from start to finish. Outside guiding, Benjamin enjoys football, reading, and movies.
      ''“I listen first. When I understand what guests want, the safari becomes their story.”''

      Kelvin Damian

      Kelvin is calm, knowledgeable, and excellent at spotting wildlife. He creates a relaxed atmosphere in the vehicle and explains animal behaviour in a way that brings each sighting to life. Guests value his safe driving, patience, and the warm, personal touch he brings to every trip. Outside safari, Kelvin enjoys reading, football, movies, and sings in a choir.
      ''“Every safari is different. I shape each day around what guests enjoy most.”''

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