7-Day Budget Camping Safari in Tanzania
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Category:
Country: Tanzania
Duration:
7 days
Description
Embark on a 7-day camping safari in Tanzania's top national parks. Witness the Big Five, enjoy budget-friendly camping, and travel with experienced safari guides.
Embark on a 7-day camping safari in Tanzania, visiting Tarangire National Park, Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Crater, and Lake Manyara National Park. With expert guides, comfortable camping gear, and delicious meals prepared in the wild, this safari provides an authentic and immersive experience.
Day 1: Arrival in Arusha
Your adventure begins in Arusha, Tanzania’s safari capital. You’ll be picked up from the airport or your hotel and receive a briefing from your guide about the exciting journey ahead. You’ll have time to relax and explore the town before starting your safari the next day.
Day 2: Arusha to Tarangire National Park
After breakfast, head to Tarangire National Park, famous for its vast elephant herds, ancient baobab trees, and diverse wildlife. Enjoy a thrilling game drive before heading to your campsite for a night surrounded by the sounds of nature.
Day 3: Tarangire to Serengeti National Park
Journey to the legendary Serengeti National Park, home to the Great Migration. The endless plains provide the perfect backdrop for witnessing lions, cheetahs, and massive herds of wildebeest and zebras. You will set up camp in the heart of the park, falling asleep to the distant roars of lions.
Day 4: Full-Day Game Drive in Serengeti
Spend the entire day exploring Serengeti’s rich wildlife. Your guide will take you to the best spots for wildlife viewing, including hippos in river pools and leopards resting in trees. The day ends with another night of camping in the wilderness.
Day 5: Serengeti to Ngorongoro Conservation Area
Enjoy a final morning game drive in Serengeti before heading to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Stop at a Maasai village to experience their traditional way of life before reaching your campsite near the crater’s rim.
Day 6: Ngorongoro Crater to Lake Manyara
Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater, often called the “Eighth Wonder of the World.” Here, you’ll find an abundance of wildlife, including rhinos, lions, and flamingos. After an incredible game drive, head to Lake Manyara for your final night of camping.
Day 7: Lake Manyara to Arusha – End of Safari
Your last game drive takes place in Lake Manyara National Park, known for its tree-climbing lions and flocks of flamingos. After the game drive, return to Arusha, where your safari ends.
Highlights
- Discover the diverse wildlife of Tanzania's national parks on a 7-day safari
- Experience the thrill of camping in the wild with comfortable camping gear
- Witness the Big Five—lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo, and rhino
- Enjoy a budget-friendly camping experience without compromising on comfort
- Travel with experienced safari guides for an enriching adventure
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
This 7-day camping safari is available year-round.
Best time for wildlife viewing is June to October.
December to March is ideal for seeing baby animals and predator action.
July to October is perfect for witnessing the Great Migration in Northern Serengeti.
INCLUDED
- All park entrance fees
- Camping equipment
- Professional English-speaking safari guide
- All meals during the safari
- Drinking water
- Transportation in a 4x4 safari vehicle with a pop-up roof
- Game drives in all mentioned parks
NOT INCLUDED
- International and domestic flights
- Tips for guides and staff
- Personal travel insurance
- Alcoholic and soft drinks
- Optional activities (such as balloon safaris)
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.