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5 day tanzania camping safari

5 Day Tanzania  Camping Safari Tours

5 Day Tanzania Budget Camping safari, itinerary and price

Embark on an unforgettable 5-day Tanzania camping safari to Tarangire, Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater, and Lake Manyara. This immersive adventure offers a unique opportunity to experience the wilderness of Tanzania up close. Spend your nights under the starry sky at well-equipped campsites, surrounded by the sights and sounds of the African bush.

 

Explore the diverse landscapes of Tarangire, home to iconic baobab trees and large elephant herds. Journey through the endless plains of the Serengeti, where you can witness the Great Migration and encounter the Big Five. Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site teeming with wildlife, and marvel at the stunning views of the crater floor.

 

Conclude your safari with a visit to Lake Manyara, renowned for its tree-climbing lions and vibrant birdlife. Don't miss this opportunity to connect with nature and create lifelong memories in Tanzania's most spectacular national parks.

Route

5 Day Tanzania Camping Safari

  • Day 1 - Arusha to Tarangire National Park

  • Day 2 - Tarangire N.P to Serengeti National Park

  • Day 3 - Serengeti National Park to Ngorongoro Crater

  • Day 4 - Ngorongoro Crater

  • Day 5 - Lake Manyara National Park to Arusha 

Tour Features

Best Campsite Guarantee

Can start any day

Can be Customized

Suitable for all ages

Arrival

  • You'll be collected from the airport.

  • Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Day 1 - Arusha to Tarangire National Park

We depart Arusha in the morning and head for Tarangire National Park, where you will begin your first game drive before midday. Lunch will be served under the mighty Boabob trees after you enter the park and catch your first glimpses of the wildlife and spectacular scenery. After lunch, make your way through the park snapping photos of the zebra, giraffe, and elephant that call this area their home. After a full afternoon of game drives, head to your campsite for dinner and a night under the stars.

Accommodations 

Camping - Kizumba Campsite/Same Campsite

Destination: Tarangire National Park

Day 2 - Tarangire National Park to Serengeti National Park

There was a reason that "The Lion King" creators drew their inspiration from the Serengeti, and today you will get to discover why. Renowned for its' large lion population, this may be the best opportunity to get a great view of a Lion Pride in their natural habitat, as the gazelles, zebras, and buffalo are abundant in this region. Come during the right season, and witness the birth of the wildebeest calves, where they will begin their annual migration to Kenya at the end of May. Lunch will be served in the park, and after a full day of games drives your campsite or Private tented Camp Lodge awaits.

Accommodations 

Camping - Seronera Campsite

Destination: Serengeti National Park

Day 3 - Serengeti National Park to Ngorongoro Crater

After a hearty breakfast and morning game drive in the Serengeti, we make our way to the infamous Ngorongoro Crater, the world's largest inactive volcanic caldera. An abundance of wildlife graces this infamous area, known worldwide for its' stunning landscape. Enjoy spotting a multitude of different species, from elephants, hippos and giraffes to the majestic Crater Lions and ravenous hyenas. After a short glimpse of the crater, we wind our way upwards as we head to our campsite on top of the crater rim.

Accommodations 

Camping - Simba Campsite 

Destination: Serengeti National Park

Day 4 - Ngorongoro Crater

After a hearty breakfast, we make our way to the gates of Ngorongoro Crater, where we descend into the world's largest inactive volcanic caldera. An abundance of wildlife graces this infamous area, known worldwide for its stunning landscape. Enjoy spotting a multitude of different species, from elephants, hippos, and giraffes to the majestic Crater Lions and ravenous hyenas. Enjoy a waterfront stop for lunch, enjoying the spectacular views and a bite to eat before you head out for your afternoon game drive. After ascending to the crater rim, we will head back to the camp or Lodge for the evening.

Accommodations 

Camping - Kizumba Campsite

Destination: Ngorongoro Crater 

Day 5 - Lake Manyara National Park to Arusha 

Today we will head for Lake Manyara National Park, for a morning game drive. Lunch will be served at a picnic site

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