5-Day Tanzania Camping Affordable Shared Safari

Your adventure begins at 7:30 AM with a pickup from your accommodation, where you'll meet your expert guide before setting off on a scenic 1-hour, 45-minute drive to Tarangire National Park. Known for its breathtaking landscapes, towering baobab trees, and the largest elephant herds in Tanzania, Tarangire promises an unforgettable safari experience.

As you embark on an exciting game drive, keep your camera ready for cheetahs, lions, giraffes, zebras, and diverse birdlife roaming this vast wilderness. At midday, you'll enjoy a picnic lunch at a scenic spot overlooking the Tarangire River, where elephants and other wildlife gather to drink.

After lunch, you'll continue exploring the park, maximizing your chances of spotting more incredible wildlife before exiting in the late afternoon. You'll then head to your lodge, where a delicious dinner and a relaxing overnight stay await, preparing you for the adventures ahead.

Main Destination:

Tarangire National Park

Accommodation:

Fig Tree Lodge

Budget hotel located 1-2hr drive from Tarangire NP

Meals & Drinks:

Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)

Non-alcoholic drinks

After a hearty breakfast, you'll set off on an unforgettable journey to the legendary Serengeti National Park. The 4-5 hour drive takes you through the stunning crater highlands, offering breathtaking landscapes and plenty of wildlife encounters along the way.

As you ascend into the endless Serengeti plains, keep your eyes peeled for elephants, antelopes, and predators lurking in the tall grasses. Midway, you'll enjoy a scenic picnic lunch before entering the park for an exhilarating afternoon game drive, where lions, cheetahs, and herds of wildebeest roam freely.

By evening, you'll arrive at Seronera Campsite, where you’ll settle in and unwind. As night falls, you'll enjoy a delicious dinner beneath the vast African sky before retreating to your tent, surrounded by the mesmerizing sounds of the Serengeti wilderness.

Main Destination:

Serengeti National Park

Accommodation:

Budget camping

Inside Serengeti NP

Meals & Drinks:

All meals included

Non-alcoholic drinks

You'll wake up before dawn for an unforgettable sunrise game drive, witnessing the Serengeti awaken as golden light spills over the savannah. This is the best time to spot lions, leopards, and cheetahs on the hunt, taking advantage of the cool morning air.

After this exhilarating start, you'll enjoy a bush breakfast at a scenic picnic spot, surrounded by the raw beauty of the wilderness. With renewed energy, you'll continue your game drive, immersing yourself in the park’s endless wonders and diverse wildlife.

In the afternoon, you'll savor a leisurely lunch amid the Serengeti’s breathtaking landscapes before bidding farewell to this iconic park. Your journey then takes you to the Ngorongoro Highlands, where you’ll settle in at Simba Campsite. Here, you'll enjoy a hearty dinner and relax under the vast African sky, listening to the distant sounds of nature before drifting into a peaceful sleep.

Main Destination:

Central Serengeti National Park

Accommodation:

Budget camping

On the crater rim of Central Serengeti NP

Meals & Drinks:

All meals included

Non-alcoholic drinks

After an early breakfast, you'll embark on a thrilling descent into the Ngorongoro Crater, often called one of the Seven Wonders of the World. This incredible natural sanctuary is teeming with wildlife, including the Big Five and over 120 species. Watch for the elusive black rhino, the mighty hippopotamus, and countless other creatures as you explore this safari haven.

By noon, you'll ascend from the crater floor to your campsite, where a delicious lunch awaits. After a relaxing break, you'll pack up your camping gear and continue your journey to Fig Tree Lodge. As you drive, you'll reflect on the unforgettable wildlife sightings and the awe-inspiring beauty of the Ngorongoro Crater, marking the perfect conclusion to this unforgettable safari adventure.

Main Destination:

Ngorongoro Crater

Accommodation:

Fig Tree Lodge

Budget hotel located 1-2hr drive from Ngorongoro Crater

Meals & Drinks:

All meals included

Non-alcoholic drinks

After breakfast, you'll enjoy a short drive to the gates of Lake Manyara National Park, located near Mto wa Mbu town. Famous for its tree-climbing lions, this compact park is rich in wildlife and a paradise for birdwatchers, with opportunities to spot flamingos, birds of prey, and the vibrant Lilac-breasted roller among many other species.

During your game drive, immerse yourself in the park's beauty, observing these fascinating animals in their natural habitat.

After the safari, you'll be transferred back to Arusha, where you can either relax at your hotel or be taken to Kilimanjaro Airport for your onward flight, concluding this unforgettable experience at Lake Manyara National Park.

Main Destination:

Lake Manyara National Park

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)

Non-alcoholic drinks