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5 Days Tanzania Budget Camping Safaris

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$1,750

Per Person

  • 5 Days/4 Nights
  • 1+ Persons
  • Budget Camping Safaris
  • Tanzania

Tour Overview

Experience Tanzania's premier wildlife destinations on this 5-day budget camping safari. Visit Tarangire National Park known for its elephant herds and baobab trees, explore Lake Manyara with its famous tree-climbing lions, discover the endless plains of Serengeti, and witness the spectacular Ngorongoro Crater.

This comprehensive itinerary takes you through four of Tanzania's most iconic parks. You'll camp in comfortable tents at designated campsites, enjoy game drives with experienced guides, and witness the Big Five and more. Perfect for budget travelers wanting an extended safari experience.

Included And Excluded

Includes camping accommodation, all meals, game drives, park fees, and transfers. Excludes international flights, travel insurance, and personal expenses.

  • Departure LocationArusha
  • Return LocationArusha
  • Departure Time08:00 AM
  • AccommodationBudget Camping
  • MealsBreakfast, Lunch & Dinner
  • Game DrivesYes
  • Park FeesYes
  • Tour GuideYes
  • TransfersYes
  • International FlightsNo
  • Travel InsuranceNo
  • Personal ExpensesNo

Tour Plan

Detailed budget camping safari itinerary.

01

Day 1

Arusha – Tarangire National Park

Morning departure from Arusha to Tarangire National Park. Enjoy a full-day game drive exploring this beautiful park known for its large elephant herds, ancient baobab trees, and diverse wildlife. Late afternoon transfer to your campsite for dinner and overnight in tents.

  • Morning Departure
  • Full-Day Game Drive
  • Camping Overnight
02

Day 2

Lake Manyara National Park

Morning drive to Lake Manyara National Park. Enjoy a full-day game drive exploring this compact gem famous for its tree-climbing lions, large baboon troops, and abundant birdlife including flamingos. Afternoon transfer to your campsite for dinner and overnight.

  • Lake Manyara Game Drive
  • Tree-Climbing Lions
  • Camping Overnight
03

Day 3

Serengeti National Park

Morning drive to Serengeti National Park via Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Enter the Serengeti and enjoy an afternoon game drive on the vast plains, spotting lions, cheetahs, zebras, and wildebeest. Camp setup and overnight in designated campsite.

  • Serengeti Entry
  • Afternoon Game Drive
  • Big Cat Viewing
  • Camping Overnight
04

Day 4

Serengeti National Park – Ngorongoro

Morning game drive in Serengeti for final wildlife sightings. After lunch, drive to Ngorongoro Crater rim and set up camp with spectacular views. Enjoy sunset over the crater before dinner and overnight.

  • Morning Game Drive
  • Crater Rim Views
  • Transfer to Ngorongoro
  • Camping Overnight
05

Day 5

Ngorongoro Crater – Departure

Early morning descend into Ngorongoro Crater for a 6-hour game drive. This intact caldera hosts rhinos, lions, hippos, buffalo, elephants, and thousands of flamingos. Picnic lunch at the crater floor before afternoon drive back to Arusha.

  • Ngorongoro Crater Tour
  • Big Five Safari
  • Picnic Lunch
  • Return to Arusha