2-Day Budget Group Safari – Tarangire & Lake Manyara

Join a 2-day budget group safari to Tarangire and Lake Manyara with shared game drives, budget hotels, meals, park fees and airport transfers.

Duration

4 Days

Focus

Wildlife Safari

Lodging

Budget Camping

Physical Level

Easy

Share the Vehicle and Reduce Your Safari Cost

Join other travellers on this 2-Day Budget Group Safari to Tarangire and Lake Manyara, created for guests who want to reduce safari costs by sharing the Land Cruiser and professional guide. The programme begins with an Arrival Day transfer from Kilimanjaro International Airport to an included budget hotel in Arusha. On Day 1, meet the confirmed group and travel to Tarangire National Park for a full-day game drive among elephant herds, baobab trees, open savannah, buffaloes, giraffes, zebras and possible predators. Continue to budget safari accommodation near Mto wa Mbu, Lake Manyara or Karatu. Day 2 explores Lake Manyara’s forest, floodplains, hippo habitats and bird-rich lakeside environment before returning to Arusha. After an included post-safari budget hotel stay, the Departure Day provides a transfer to Kilimanjaro International Airport. Sharing the vehicle and guide helps reduce the price paid by each participant while preserving two complete wildlife-viewing days.

Tour Highlights

  • Safari Duration: Two days
  • Additional Services: Arrival Day and Departure Day
  • Destinations: Tarangire National Park and Lake Manyara National Park
  • Accommodation Level: Budget accommodation
  • Safari Type: Group-joining drive-in drive-out safari
  • Transportation: Shared 4×4 Land Cruiser with a pop-up roof
  • Guide: Professional English-speaking safari guide
  • Arusha Hotels: Included before and after the safari
  • Safari Accommodation: Customizable budget lodge, camp or guesthouse
  • Main Benefit: Lower per-person safari cost
  • Meals: Provided as outlined
  • Airport Transfers: Included

Day Highlights

  • Arrival Day: Kilimanjaro Airport to Arusha
  • Day 1: Group-Joining Tarangire Full-Day Game Drive
  • Day 2: Group Lake Manyara Safari and Return to Arusha
  • Departure: Arusha to Kilimanjaro International Airport

Day-by-Day Itinerary

Arrival Day

Kilimanjaro Airport to Arusha

Distance: Approximately 50 kilometres
Driving Time: Approximately 1–1.5 hours
Location: Kilimanjaro International Airport – Arusha

Meet our representative after arriving at Kilimanjaro International Airport and begin the transfer to Arusha. The journey passes through local communities, farmland and open countryside before reaching your included budget hotel. After checking in, rest and enjoy dinner. You will receive information about the following morning’s hotel pickup, meeting point, luggage requirements, group size and departure time. Participants may stay at different hotels, so the collection process may involve several stops in Arusha. Arrival Day is not counted as one of the two safari days.

Destination Kilimanjaro Airport
Accommodation Senator Hotel
Meals Included Lunch / Dinner
Day 1

Group-Joining Tarangire Full-Day Game Drive

Distance: Approximately 120 kilometres
Driving Time: Approximately 2–2.5 hours, excluding hotel collection stops
Game-Drive Duration: Approximately 6–7 hours
Main Attractions: Elephants, baobab trees, giraffes, buffaloes, zebras, antelopes, predators and birds
Location: Arusha – Tarangire National Park – Mto wa Mbu, Lake Manyara or Karatu

After breakfast, meet your guide and fellow travellers at the confirmed pickup location. Once all participants have joined the Land Cruiser, begin the road journey to Tarangire National Park. Explore baobab plains, acacia woodland, seasonal wetlands and river habitats while searching for elephants, giraffes, buffaloes, zebras, wildebeests, antelopes and predators. The guide will manage wildlife and photography stops fairly so that all participants have a reasonable opportunity to enjoy the sightings. Stop for a picnic lunch at a designated site before continuing the afternoon game drive. Later, leave Tarangire and travel to the confirmed budget safari accommodation.

Destination Tarangire National Park
Accommodation Figi Tree Lodge
Meals Included Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner
Day 2

Group Lake Manyara Safari and Return to Arusha

Distance: Approximately 10–45 kilometres to the park and approximately 120–130 kilometres to Arusha
Driving Time: Approximately 20–60 minutes to Lake Manyara and 2–2.5 hours to Arusha
Game-Drive Duration: Approximately 5–6 hours
Main Attractions: Elephants, baboons, blue monkeys, hippos, giraffes, buffaloes and birdlife
Location: Lake Manyara National Park – Arusha

After breakfast, rejoin your group and travel to Lake Manyara National Park. Explore the groundwater forest, acacia woodland, open floodplains and areas around the hippo pool and seasonal lake. Possible wildlife includes elephants, baboons, blue monkeys, giraffes, buffaloes, zebras, hippos and numerous birds. The guide will follow the group schedule and manage viewing stops fairly. Enjoy a picnic lunch before completing the afternoon game drive. Later, return to Arusha and check into the included post-safari budget hotel.

Destination Lake Manyara National Park
Accommodation Senator Hotel
Meals Included Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner
Departure

Arusha to Kilimanjaro International Airport

Distance: Approximately 50 kilometres
Driving Time: Approximately 1–1.5 hours
Location: Arusha – Kilimanjaro International Airport

After breakfast, check out and meet the airport transfer driver. The transfer may be private or shared with travellers whose departure times are compatible, depending on the confirmed arrangement. The pickup will allow sufficient time for traffic and airline check-in. Departure Day is not counted as a safari day.

Destination Kilimanjaro Airport
Accommodation Not Specified
Meals Included Breakfast / Lunch

Private Shared Price Per Person

Group Size Adult Child
1 Pax $950.00 $712.50
2-4 Pax $810.00 $607.50
5-8 Pax $740.00 $555.00
10+ Pax $500.00 $375.00

Group Joining Price Per Person

Option Adult Rate Child Rate
Join Existing Group $810.00 $607.50

Price vary depanding on the services, group size and Seoson

THE BOOKING FORM

Price Includes Safari

  • ✓ Airport pick-up and drop-off transfers.
  • ✓ Pre- and post-safari hotel accommodation.
  • ✓ Private 4×4 Land Cruiser with a pop-up roof.
  • ✓ Professional English-speaking safari guide.
  • ✓ Daily game drives as per the itinerary.
  • ✓ All National Park, concession, and camping fees.
  • ✓ Meals as outlined in the itinerary.
  • ✓ Bottled drinking water, two litres per person per day.
  • ✓ All government taxes and VAT.

Tour Exclusions

  • × International and domestic flights.
  • × Tanzania visa fees.
  • × Travel insurance.
  • × Safari accommodation, customized to your preferred budget and comfort level.
  • × Optional activities not mentioned in the itinerary.
  • × Personal expenses, including souvenirs, laundry and telephone calls.
  • × Alcoholic and soft drinks unless otherwise stated.
  • × Tips and gratuities for the safari guide and lodge staff.

What Makes This Trip Unique?

The package lowers the per-person cost by allowing confirmed travellers to share the Land Cruiser and professional guide. Guests still experience two full wildlife days, park entry, picnic lunches, drinking water and Arusha hotel accommodation. It is one of the most practical ways for solo travellers and couples to enjoy Tarangire and Lake Manyara on a controlled budget.

Who Is This Trip For?

This package is suitable for solo travellers, couples, friends, students and budget-conscious visitors who are comfortable sharing a safari vehicle and following a fixed group schedule. It is especially useful for travellers who want a social safari experience and lower per-person transportation costs.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is a group-joining safari? +
A group-joining safari combines travellers from different bookings in one Land Cruiser. The participants share the guide, vehicle and planned game-drive schedule. This reduces the transport cost paid by each person while still allowing everyone to visit the same national parks.
2. Are Arrival Day and Departure Day counted as safari days? +
No. Tarangire on Day 1 and Lake Manyara on Day 2 are the actual safari days. Arrival Day provides airport pickup, dinner and an Arusha hotel stay, while Departure Day provides breakfast and airport transfer. They are included as services but are not counted in the two-day duration.
3. Can a solo traveller join this safari? +
Yes. This package is particularly suitable for solo travellers because they can book one seat instead of paying for an entire private vehicle. The final departure depends on the availability of other participants or the confirmed minimum group size.
4. How many people normally share the Land Cruiser? +
The number depends on confirmed bookings and the approved vehicle capacity. The final group size should be communicated before departure. Seating is organized to provide reasonable access to windows and the pop-up roof, although guests must share the viewing space fairly.
5. Can one traveller change the itinerary? +
The guide may adjust the route according to wildlife movement, road conditions and weather. However, one participant cannot make a major change that delays or inconveniences the rest of the group. Travellers requiring complete flexibility should book a private safari.
6. Do group participants share hotel rooms? +
No. Sharing the safari vehicle does not automatically mean sharing a bedroom. Travellers may request single, twin or double accommodation. The overnight safari accommodation is priced separately according to the selected room arrangement and property.
7. Is the safari accommodation included? +
The Arusha hotel stays before and after the safari are included. The overnight safari accommodation near Mto wa Mbu, Lake Manyara or Karatu is excluded and customized separately. This allows each traveller to select a suitable room type and budget level.
8. Are all park fees included? +
Yes. All required national park, concession and applicable camping fees for the confirmed Tarangire and Lake Manyara itinerary are included. Additional destinations, cultural activities or optional experiences are excluded unless added to the quotation.
9. What luggage should travellers bring? +
A small soft-sided safari bag is recommended because luggage space is shared among the participants. Large hard-shell suitcases may reduce available space and should remain at the Arusha hotel when possible. Travellers should carry only essential clothing, medication and personal items during the two-day safari.
10. What happens if the group departure is not confirmed? +
The operator may offer a different departure date, a smaller-group supplement or a private safari option. The final departure status and price should be confirmed before arrival. Travellers should not assume that a group safari will operate unless the booking has been formally confirmed.

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