Things to Do in Tanzania If You Don’t Have Much Time
Are you considering a two-day or shorter safari in Tanzania? We’ll take care of you. The majority of visitors believe that a journey of two, three, or less days is not worthwhile. With its breathtaking treasures like the Serengeti, Kilimanjaro, Ngorongoro Crater, and several more locations, we may claim that this lovely country has a lot to offer. We are aware, nevertheless, that some tourists have limited time and might not be able to spend a week in Tanzania. Our goal is to make your brief visit to Tanzania one to remember. If you’re short on time, try these seven activities.
A Serengeti game drive
If you want to witness nature at its best, the Serengeti is a stand-alone trip. The Serengeti offers a location for everyone, whether you want to see the Big Five or get a glimpse of the wildebeest migration. A wildlife drive in this magnificent park is thus a must-do activity.
To see animals as soon as they awaken, venture into the forest early in the morning. While birds are still chirping melodies from their nests, predators like as lions, cheetahs, and leopards are searching for an early supper.
No matter when you go, the central Serengeti never lets you down. The Seronera Valley’s grasslands are home to an amazing cheetah population and a sizable lion pride. While buffalo and elephants live in the woods and riverine forests, rhinos may also be found in the Moru Kopjes.
Pro tip: From Arusha, it’s very easy to reach the Serengeti. This saves you time by making it simpler to go to and explore. Additionally, for quick explorers, the park’s center is always the greatest.
Ngorongoro Crater exploration.
The major entrance of the Serengeti, the Ngorongoro Crater, is about an hour’s drive from the Naabi Hill entrance. Perhaps the biggest intact caldera in the world is this remarkable geological phenomenon. This indicates that it is a huge crater rather than a crater lake. Furthermore, there are hundreds of thousands (about 25,000) of huge creatures living in this crater.
The animals in this crater are not migratory due to the abundance of food and water on the floor. You may thus go whenever you’d like and have a chance of seeing all five of the Big Five. Only 264 square kilometers in size, the crater is one of the most promising locations for seeing buffalo, leopards, lions, elephants, and rhinos. The crater is ideal for those in a hurry since it is more compact.
Pro tip: For a fully complete experience, we suggest staying for one or two days. Because of the crater’s extreme protection, a vehicle can descend the floor for roughly $295 (not including extra expenses). Therefore, you can spend a day or two to save money.
Tarangire National Park exploration
Despite being part of the well-known northern safari circuit, Tarangire is typically overlooked by tourists. It is one of the greatest parks for wildlife safaris because of its abundant species, enormous baobabs, the magnificent Tarangire River, and a variety of ecosystems.
Tarangire’s largest elephant population earned it the moniker “elephant paradise.” On their route to the Tarangire River, big herds of tuskers with their calves wander around freely, swinging their trunks. The grasslands are dotted with enormous baobab trees, some of which are more than 200 years old.
The best time to visit this park is during the dry season, which runs from June to October. Near the Tarangire River, animals move from different locations both inside and outside the park. Since lions remain close to the banks to observe prey like as zebras, impalas, wildebeests, and elands coming to drink in the river, it is typical to witness a lion hunt around this period.
Pro tip: Even at the busiest time of year, Tarangire receives fewer tourists. This implies that you will take pleasure in privacy and exclusive excursions.
The Lake Manyara National Park trip
In the northern circuit, close to Tarangire National Park, is Lake Manyara as well. Although the park is around 330 square kilometers in size, over 75% of it is occupied by an alkaline lake. This park’s tiny size and richness of species will fulfill your urge to see wildlife if you’re in a hurry.
You may travel here to look for the well-known tree-climbing lions—yes, the unusual lions that can scale upright trees. On their shallow coasts, you may also observe the stunning flamingos. Large flocks of these pink, soda-lake-loving birds can be seen from November through May.
There are more ways to enjoy nature in Lake Manyara. You may get up close and personal with hippos, aquatic life, and birds on a canoe safari in Lake Manyara’s alkaline waters. In the virgin rainforest, a treetop canopy walk is more than just a typical woodland ramble. You may see birds and monkeys from a different angle as you pass through lush canopy trees.
Pro tip: You may explore and learn more about the local culture by visiting the nearby towns around Lake Manyara.
The bottom line
What is the typical duration of a brief visit to Tanzania? We suggest three days of exploration, omitting the days of arrival and departure, but you make the final decision. We can assist you in planning your safari to meet your vacation objectives, though. Our safari planners can assist you whether you wish to go to Zanzibar or the far-flung south or west.
