Ngorongoro Crater

8 Days Tanzania Camping Budget Safari — Tarangire • Ngorongoro Crater • Serengeti

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  • 8 Days/7 Nights
  • 1+ Persons
  • Camping Budget Safaris
  • Tanzania

Tour Overview

Experience Tanzania's iconic wildlife areas on this comprehensive 8-day camping budget safari. Visit Tarangire National Park, the Ngorongoro Crater, and the vast Serengeti Plains — all with affordable camping accommodations.

This safari takes you through some of Tanzania's most breathtaking landscapes and diverse wildlife habitats. From the elephant-filled plains of Tarangire with its iconic baobab trees, to the volcanic wonder of Ngorongoro, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and largest intact caldera in the world, to the endless savannah of Serengeti where the Great Migration takes place, this adventure offers an unforgettable glimpse into East African wildlife. Spot the Big Five, witness millions of wildebeest and zebras crossing the plains, and experience the authentic African wilderness up close with comfortable camping accommodations.

Included And Excluded

This budget camping safari includes camping accommodation, meals, game drives, and park fees. Experience the African wilderness with all essentials covered.

  • Departure LocationArusha
  • Return LocationArusha
  • Departure Time7:30 AM
  • AccommodationCamping
  • MealsBreakfast, Lunch & Dinner
  • Park FeesIncluded
  • Game DrivesIncluded
  • Tour GuideYes
  • International FlightsNo
  • Personal ExpensesNo
  • Travel InsuranceNo

Activities Plan

Tour Plan

A detailed itinerary for your 8-day camping budget safari adventure.

01

Day 1

Arusha – Tarangire National Park

Highlights: Elephants • Lions • Baobab Trees • Scenic Landscapes

After breakfast, you'll be picked up from your hotel in Arusha at around 7:30 AM and drive to Tarangire National Park (about 2.5 hours).

Tarangire is known for its massive elephant herds, towering baobab trees, and diverse wildlife. Enjoy a full-day game drive exploring the park's rolling savannah and riverbanks.

  • Picnic Lunch
  • Full Day Game Drive
  • Camping Overnight
02

Day 2

Ngorongoro Crater

Highlights: Big Five • Stunning Views • Rich Wildlife Diversity

After an early breakfast, drive to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Descend 600 meters into the crater for a game drive in one of the most beautiful wildlife sanctuaries on earth.

The crater floor is home to rhinos, elephants, lions, buffaloes, and many other species. Enjoy a picnic lunch at the hippo pool.

  • Picnic at Crater
  • Game Drive
  • Camping Overnight
03

Day 3

Serengeti National Park

Highlights: Great Migration • Lions • Endless Plains

After breakfast, drive to the Serengeti National Park (about 4-5 hours). Enjoy a full-day game drive in the Serengeti, home to the Great Migration and abundant wildlife.

Spot lions, cheetahs, zebras, and wildebeest on the vast plains.

  • Picnic Lunch
  • Full Day Game Drive
  • Camping Overnight
04

Day 4

Serengeti National Park

Highlights: Wildlife Viewing • Migration Routes

Continue exploring the Serengeti with another full-day game drive. Visit different areas of the park to see more wildlife and landscapes.

  • Picnic Lunch
  • Full Day Game Drive
  • Camping Overnight
05

Day 5

Serengeti National Park

Highlights: Wildlife Viewing • Migration Routes

Continue exploring the Serengeti with another full-day game drive. Visit different areas of the park to see more wildlife and landscapes.

  • Picnic Lunch
  • Full Day Game Drive
  • Camping Overnight
06

Day 6

Serengeti National Park

Highlights: Wildlife Viewing • Migration Routes

Continue exploring the Serengeti with another full-day game drive. Visit different areas of the park to see more wildlife and landscapes.

  • Picnic Lunch
  • Full Day Game Drive
  • Camping Overnight
07

Day 7

Serengeti National Park

Highlights: Wildlife Viewing • Migration Routes

Continue exploring the Serengeti with another full-day game drive. Visit different areas of the park to see more wildlife and landscapes.

  • Picnic Lunch
  • Full Day Game Drive
  • Camping Overnight
08

Day 8

Serengeti - Arusha

Highlights: Morning Game Drive • Return to Arusha

After an early breakfast, enjoy a morning game drive in the Serengeti. Then drive back to Arusha, arriving in the late afternoon.

  • Morning Game Drive
  • Return to Arusha
  • Picnic Lunch