Night Game Drive in Tarangire

Safari summary

This best 2 days Tanzania safari to Tarangire National Park and Ngorongoro Crater in Tanzania with a night game drive offers an incredible wildlife experience. A night game drive gives your safari a completely different twist as you see all the nocturnal animals that you not see during the day. These animals now appear with eyes lighting up in the darkness when the headlights of the safari jeep meet them. Your guide tells you all about these night lovers, and helps you to spot nocturnal species such as porcupines, civet cats, genets, bush babies, lions and leopards.
Day 1: Tarangire National Park with Night Game Drive
Morning: Depart from Arusha or your accommodation in the vicinity early in the morning (around 6:00 am) to head towards Tarangire National Park. Breakfast: Enjoy a packed breakfast or have breakfast en route. Mid-morning to Afternoon: Arrive at Tarangire National Park and start your game drive. Tarangire is known for its large elephant herds, baobab trees, and diverse wildlife. Spend the day exploring the park, spotting various animals including lions, giraffes, zebras, and more. Lunch: Have a packed lunch at a designated picnic area within the park. Late Afternoon: Continue your game drive through Tarangire, taking in the sights and sounds of the African bush. Evening: Return to your accommodation located near Tarangire National Park. Night: After dinner, embark on a night game drive safari within Tarangire National Park. This unique experience allows you to see nocturnal animals such as leopards, hyenas, and porcupines under the cover of darkness. Your experienced guide will use a spotlight to search for wildlife. Late Evening: Return to your accommodation for overnight stay.
Day 2: Ngorongoro Crater
Early Morning: Enjoy breakfast at your accommodation and check out. Morning: Depart for Ngorongoro Crater, a roughly 3-hour drive from Tarangire. Mid-morning: Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, for a full day of game driving. The crater is teeming with wildlife, including the Big Five, zebras, wildebeests, and more. Lunch: Enjoy a packed lunch at a scenic spot within the crater. Afternoon: Continue exploring the crater, searching for wildlife and enjoying the stunning landscapes. Late Afternoon: Ascend from the crater and begin your journey back to Arusha or your onward destination. Evening: Arrive in Arusha or your accommodation, concluding your 2-day safari adventure. This itinerary offers a mix of daytime and nighttime wildlife viewing experiences, allowing you to fully immerse yourself in the natural beauty and biodiversity of Tarangire National Park and Ngorongoro Crater.

About this tour

	Tour type	Custom, tailor-made, private
	Main focus	Game drives
	Activity level	Easy activity
	Best months	All months
	Countries	Tanzania
	Parks	Ngorongoro Crater Tarangire

Fine details

Safari highlights

• Night game drives

What’s included?

• Accommodation
• Airport transfers
• All drinks
• Meals
• Park fees
• Private vehicle and driver

What’s not included?

• Alcoholic beverages
• Internal flights
• Premium alcoholic beverages
• Visas