2 Days Serengeti Safari from Arusha – Short Tanzania Safari Adventure
Most of the Tanzania safari tours to Serengeti National Park are usually long. However, this 2 days Serengeti Safari from Arusha is one of a kind. So, it will only last for two days amidst the rich open grasslands that have biodiverse ecosystems. Within this two-day Serengeti safari tour, travellers from Arusha are more determined to have a deeper and meaning exploration, compared to the long safari holidays. Since this short Serengeti tours from Arusha only takes a small matter of time, you’re promised a more enhanced adventure in this park.
This 2 day Serengeti luxury safari begins and ends in Arusha and involves game drive in Ngorongoro on your way to the park. However, you will enjoy unique Tanzania things to do including Serengeti Balloon safaris, Ngorongoro game drives and Maasai visits in this 2-day Safari in Serengeti.
Worst and Ideal Time to go on this 2-day Serengeti tours from Arusha
For people who want fewer crowds, the best time to go for this 2-day Serengeti safari from Arusha is from January to late February. So, there is a shorter dry period, and the predator-prey action in Serengeti is at its peak.
The worst months for these two-day Serengeti tours from Arusha are from late March to May. Additionally, there are heavy rains in the Serengeti Area, which pose a threat to Tourists, causing delays and illnesses, such as malaria, due to the increase in breeding places of the mosquitoes.
Summary of 2-Day Serengeti Safari from Arusha
Day 1: Travel from Arusha to Serengeti National Park via Ngorongoro Crater
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Depart Arusha airport at 5 AM, drive 380 km (8 hours) to Serengeti, enjoying scenic views.
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Stop at Ngorongoro Crater for a packed lunch. Do birdwatching and spot some species like flamingos.
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Arrive in Serengeti for an evening game drive, then dine and stay overnight at Lobo Wildlife Lodge.
Day 2: Hot Air Balloon safari in Serengeti and Maasai Village Tours
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Start at 4 AM with a hot air balloon ride over Seronera Valley, viewing herds, lions, and zebras from above.
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Enjoy a bush breakfast, hike to a Maasai village for cultural immersion, and have lunch at Lobo Wildlife Lodge.
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Depart for Arusha airport, concluding the 2 days Serengeti safari from Arusha.
Inclusions
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Transportation: Safari vehicle from Arusha to Serengeti and back.
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Accommodation: 1 night at Lobo Wildlife Lodge.
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Meals: Full board (breakfast, packed lunch, wilderness dinner).
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Activities to do: Evening game drive, hot air balloon ride, Maasai village visit.
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Park Fees: Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater safari entrance fees.
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Guide Services: Professional safari guide throughout from Serengeti Masai Mara Experts.
Exclusions
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International Flights: Flights to/from Arusha Airport.
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Visa Fees: Tanzania visa costs.
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Travel Insurance: Personal travel coverage.
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Personal Expenses: Souvenirs, additional drinks, or other personal costs.
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Tips: Gratuities for guides or staff.
Must-Do Activities during this Affordable Luxury 2-day Serengeti tours from Arusha
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Game Drive: Spot wildlife like elephants during an evening drive in Serengeti (Day 1).
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Hot Air Balloon Safari in Serengeti: Aerial views of herds, predators, and landscapes in Seronera Valley (Day 2).
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Birdwatching safari in Tanzania: Observe flamingos and other birds at Ngorongoro Crater (Day 1).
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Maasai Cultural Visit: Hike to a Manyatta with your guide, engage in cultural exchange, and learn Maasai traditions (Day 2).
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Wildlife Photography safari in Serengeti: Capture zebras, lions, and scenic grasslands from the air and ground (Days 1–2).
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Bush Breakfast: Enjoy a meal in Serengeti’s wilderness post-balloon ride (Day 2).
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Scenic Drive: Admire Tanzania’s landscapes en route from Arusha to Serengeti National Park(Day 1).
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Wilderness Dining: Savor an evening meal under the stars at Lobo Wildlife Lodge (Day 1).
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Hiking Expedition in Tanzania: Walk to a Maasai village for an immersive experience (Day 2).
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Landscape Exploration: View golden grasslands, acacia trees, and kopjes during drives in the Serengeti (Day 1).
Detailed Itinerary for the 2 day Serengeti safari from Arusha
Day 1: Travel from Arusha to Serengeti National Park via Ngorongoro Crater
As you depart from Arusha Airport in Tanzania, you’ll board the Safari vehicle that will be waiting for you in the parking yard. At 5:00 am, our guide will drive you from Arusha to Serengeti, but you’ll make a stop at Ngorongoro Conservation Area. So, the distance from Arusha to Serengeti covers over 380 kilometers by road and takes eight hours to get there. Also, explore the breathtaking scenery along the way. By noon, you will have a stopover at Ngorongoro Crater. At this conservation area, you might see zebras, giraffes roaming around.
Later, enjoy a packed lunch as you venture into the bird-watching activity in Ngorongoro. You will be amazed by the beautiful scenery displays at the shores, which is complemented by the color of the pink flamingos. Then, continue your journey to the Serengeti National Park. When you get to Serengeti, go for an evening game drive before you head to the Lobo Wildlife Lodge, where you will sleep. You might see spotted hyenas, African wild dogs, and elephants during your evening game drive in the park. Later, head back to your luxury Serengeti lodge and have an evening dining in the wilderness and rest after.
Day 2: Enjoy the hot air balloon rides in Serengeti and Maasai Village tours
At 4 am, you will wake up and be driven to the hot balloon launching site near the Seronera Valley. During your 2 day safari in Tanzania, this is the time you will experience an aerial view perspective of the Serengeti National Park. So, soar above the golden grasslands and you’ll be able to see the massive movement of wildebeests if lucky, as they move on the dusty ground intensely at the same time while being pursued by their hunters.
The bird’s-eye view of the Serengeti National Park is a phenomenal and unique safari experience. Also, see all around the park as no wild animal is hidden, and all scenic landscapes come to life. See animals like lions, zebras, and more during your Serengeti balloon rides, which will last for 60 minutes.
Your captain will take you back to the ground and your guide will take you to where a bush morning feast will be waiting for you. After the meal, you’ll hike to the Maasai villages where you will immerse yourself in the culture of the Maasai people. Hence, dive deeper into the unique techniques and skills by visiting their Manyattas through a more intimate interaction with them.
Lunch will be served back at your Lobo Safari Lodge after your Maasai cultural encounters. Later, check out and prepare for the departure journey back to the Arusha Airport. Therefore, this ends your affordable luxury 2 day Serengeti Safari tours from Arusha.
Why choose the 2 days Serengeti safari from Arusha in Tanzania?
- From Arusha to Serengeti km by road, the distance is over 450km, hence it is one of the accessible Tanzania National Parks from this city. Also, by air transport, one can easily transfer from Arusha to Serengeti, taking a one-hour flight to any of the airstrips in Serengeti.
- Within just two days, you will experience the best animal sightings in Serengeti since you will have multiple game drives, starting with Ngorongoro, to compensate for the few days in Serengeti. Also, this park offers tourists the raw touch of the wilderness since they are able to observe different wild behaviors.
- This 2 day Serengeti safari from Arusha promises sightings of distinctive species that cannot be found anywhere, like the African wild dogs and the spotted hyenas.
