What accommodation is used on this safari?

Guests stay one night at Eileen's Trees Inn, a mid-range lodge.

2-Day Tarangire and Lake Manyara Safari

trip overview

Two of northern Tanzania's best-loved parks in two days.

This 2-day safari covers Tarangire National Park's elephant herds and baobab plains, followed by a full day in Lake Manyara National Park, with its groundwater forest, tree-climbing lions and birdlife-rich lakeshore. You'll travel in a 4×4 safari vehicle with an experienced driver-guide, staying overnight at Eileen's Trees Inn — a mid-range lodge in Karatu, conveniently placed for both parks.

Trip Highlights

Large elephant herds & baobabs in Tarangire

Full game drive in Lake Manyara National Park

Tree-climbing lions, hippos & flamingos at Lake Manyara

One night at Eileen's Trees Inn

Private 4×4 vehicle with driver-guide throughout

Ideal short add-on for travelers short on time

day-by-day itinerary

Where you go, what you do, and where you sleep each night.

You'll stay one night at Eileen's Trees Inn, positioned within easy reach of both parks. Additional accommodation before or after the tour can be arranged for an extra cost.

Day1

Tarangire National Park

Pick-up from Arusha or Kilimanjaro AirportFull day game drive

Your driver-guide collects you in the morning and heads south-west into Tarangire National Park. Tarangire holds more elephants than anywhere else in Tanzania, with herds of 50 to 100 gathering along the Tarangire River, alongside lions, leopards, giraffes and over 550 recorded bird species.

The park's baobab-scattered plains give it a landscape unlike anywhere else in the north. You'll spend the day driving through it with stops wherever wildlife appears, before heading to Eileen's Trees Inn for the night, roughly a 1–2 hour drive from the park.

Elephant herdsBaobab scenery1–2 hr drive to lodge

OvernightEileen's Trees InnMid-range lodge, 1–2 hr drive from Tarangire NP.

Lunch & Dinner Included

Day2

Lake Manyara National Park — Tour Ends

Full game driveNo overnight

After breakfast at the lodge, you drive less than an hour to Lake Manyara National Park, a compact park squeezed between the Rift Valley escarpment and an alkaline lake. Its groundwater forest, open grassland and lakeshore support large troops of baboons, blue monkeys, giraffe, elephant and buffalo, with hippos in the shallows and flocks of flamingos along the water's edge at certain times of year.

Manyara is also known for its tree-climbing lions, although they are not seen on every visit. You'll spend the day on game drives with a picnic lunch included, then drive back to Arusha or Kilimanjaro Airport in the afternoon, marking the end of your tour.

Tree-climbing lionsFlamingos & hipposPicnic lunch included

OvernightNo accommodation — end of tourTransfer to Arusha or Kilimanjaro Airport.

Breakfast & Lunch Included

what's included

Exactly what's covered — and what isn't.

Included in your price

Experienced English-speaking driver-guide
1 night at Eileen's Trees Inn (mid-range, twin/double occupancy)
Meals as listed on the day-by-day itinerary above
Ground transportation throughout in a 4×4 safari vehicle
Drinking water on game drives
All national park entry fees for Tarangire & Lake Manyara

Not included

International or domestic flights
Travel & medical insurance (required)
Alcoholic & bottled soft drinks
Souvenirs & personal expenses
Tips for your driver-guide — guideline $20–25/day
Additional accommodation before or after the tour

Important to know before booking

Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost — ask us when booking if you need a night either side.
A Tanzania e-Visa is required for most nationalities — apply at immigration.go.tz at least 3 weeks before travel.
A yellow fever certificate may be required depending on your transit country. See our Tanzania vaccinations guide for details.
Wildlife sightings depend on season and location and cannot be guaranteed.

pricing

What you'll pay — no hidden extras.

Option	Price per person	Notes
2-day safari 1 night at Eileen's Trees Inn, meals as listed	$610	Per person, twin/double sharing

Payment & extras

A deposit confirms your booking, with the balance due before departure. Full terms are on our booking policy page.

Additional accommodation before or after the tour can be arranged for an extra cost.

Ready to book this safari?

Reach out and we'll confirm availability at Eileen's Trees Inn for your dates and send you a full quote.

frequently asked questions

Questions we get asked most often.

Where does the tour start and end?

The tour starts with pick-up from Arusha or Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) on Day 1, and ends at Lake Manyara National Park on Day 2 with a transfer back to Arusha or the airport.

Can I add extra nights before or after the tour?

Yes. Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost — just let us know when booking.

Is this tour too rushed?

It's a compact itinerary, best suited to travelers with limited time who still want a proper taste of both Tarangire's elephants and Lake Manyara's forest and lakeshore. If you have more time, our 3-day itinerary adds the Ngorongoro Crater as well.

Do I need a visa or vaccinations for Tanzania?

Most nationalities need a Tanzania e-Visa, available at immigration.go.tz. A yellow fever certificate may also be required depending on your transit country — check with your doctor or travel clinic before departure.

What's the accommodation like?

You'll stay one night at Eileen's Trees Inn — a mid-range lodge positioned within easy reach of both parks.

What's your refund policy?

We recommend taking out travel insurance as soon as you confirm your booking. Full cancellation and payment terms are on our booking policy page.