Arusha Safari Review: 3 Thrilling Days in Tarangire & Ngorongoro Crater

Tanzania! The very name conjures thoughts of wild, unending plains and, too, incredible animal life. Recently, my travel buddy and I got to experience a whirlwind 3-day safari adventure originating from Arusha, taking us to the iconic Tarangire National Park and the breathtaking Ngorongoro Crater, so to speak. Did it live up to the hype? Well, let me walk you through the ups, downs, and unbelievable moments, too. Perhaps this account can guide you as you contemplate a similar trip!

Day 1: Tarangire National Park – Elephant Haven

After an early morning pickup from our hotel in Arusha, it’s almost like we began our drive to Tarangire, that’s to say, after the customary briefing. That road itself wound through vibrant Maasai villages and offered us our initial glimpses of Tanzanian life, so we got the cameras snapping, you know? Arriving at Tarangire, we instantly knew why it’s famed as the “elephant haven”. It seems, really, that the place had more elephants than all the other animals put together, too.

I believe that witnessing herds of these gentle giants roaming freely against a backdrop of baobab trees became an unforgettable vista. So it happens that we tracked them as they feasted, played, and interacted, too. Beyond that, we came across giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, and a plethora of bird species that, anyway, kept us on our toes and cameras always ready.

That drive ended as the sun began its descent, you see? This bathed the savanna in a fantastic gold light, and the scene of elephants silhouetted against that horizon – simply astonishing! Our accommodation for the night, a comfortable tented camp just outside that park, offered great food, so too, an amazing soundtrack provided by African wildlife. It’s really something to drop off to the faraway rumble of lions.

Day 2: Ngorongoro Crater – A World Apart

Waking up very early to make our way to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, it feels like we already felt that thrill of anticipation, so we knew it would be something truly special. After driving along the rim, a genuinely steep road wound us down to that crater floor – an isolated area packed with biodiversity, actually. Some say it’s similar to ‘Noah’s Ark,’ and they very may be right.

I found myself staring out in amazement. A huge volcanic caldera teeming with animal life – I mean, the concentration just became astonishing! That very short drive down opened up one thing after another, so to speak: lions sunbathing, flamingos dotting that soda lake, and elusive rhinos grazing, too.

Spending that entire day exploring different ecosystems in the crater became genuinely magical. Our guide appeared to be extremely knowledgeable, sharing amazing tidbits about all that local flora and animal life, too, you see? That experience included a wonderful bush picnic close to a hippo pool! I was worried something might get too close to the vehicle, but luckily it didn’t.

After ascending from that crater late afternoon, our lodging lay not far away and provided breathtaking views atop that crater rim, that’s to say. Watching night draw in on one of planet’s great wonders became an incredible memory I certainly treasure, it seems!

Day 3: Another Crater View and Departure

Our final day actually included a farewell viewpoint of that Ngorongoro Crater at sunrise – an additional chance for snaps and appreciation, too. Soon after, the driver transported us back to Arusha for a bit of relaxation prior to setting out for our return flights back home. Though, just imagine if we stayed?

What Worked (and What Could’ve Been Better)

The Pros:

Wildlife density: Very much exceeding any expectation; animals appeared to be everywhere!
Experienced Guides: It seems like their awareness and abilities noticeably added much quality to those game drives.
Accommodations: Camps provided relaxation while allowing appreciation of that ambiance out in a wild region, actually.
Itinerary Balance: 3 days proved a bit speedy but allowed viewing of multiple, separate areas with an offering containing great range!

Cons (Minor though they were):

Long Travel Days: Just get geared up, a decent volume is used getting between points. Maybe flying inside might enhance efficiency?
Crater Crowds: A certain issue that affects almost everyone, still does become manageable as you take it at face worth. I almost see myself like an old friend these days.

Tips for Future Travelers

Pack Wisely: Some neutral apparel, comfortable footwear as well as insect sprays appear definitely advised here. It seems like getting clothes for a few different types of climates may assist too, basically.
Camera Equipment: Getting those telephoto-lens things makes capturing the magic you have always imagined easy, I am sure of that. It feels just fantastic taking that type of equipment along as it enhances everything.
Respect that Wildlife: Always adhere, honestly, to that instructions laid out by that ranger while never causing interruptions, so speak, to those species and their environments right where we are as it does matter!
Be Prepared: Remain ready to arise by early morn and accept rough roads sometimes – element to making an enjoyable wildlife-themed sightseeing opportunity as always. You may wish at the end as I am hoping to also that you had taken greater part if some careful and correct arrangements can come about to match you as they very will too for myself to, so speaking for ourselves at best at close.

In short, that Arusha 3-Day Tarangire and Ngorongoro Crater Safari did manage turning into somewhat of memories lasting lifetime: unbelievable landscapes joined some exceptional close animal interactions to always, so it goes like these experiences transform just anyone you find.

Therefore if you get the possibility, so grab hold; in light of this experience becoming one worthy the money/energy involved. With great anticipation!