7-Day Budget Camping Tanzania Safari

• You'll be collected from the airport.
• Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Arrival / Arusha

Upon your arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport or Arusha Airport, you'll be greeted by our friendly staff and transferred to your accommodation in Arusha at Merves Hotel or Mvuli lodge. Take some time to rest and prepare for the exciting days ahead.

Main Destination:

Arusha (City)

Accommodation:

Merves Hotel

• Budget hotel located in Arusha (City)

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Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
• Drinks not included

Arusha/Tarangire

After breakfast, depart for Tarangire National Park, known for its large elephant herds and majestic baobab trees. Enjoy a full day of game drives, spotting wildlife like lions, leopards, and giraffes. In the evening, settle into the public campsite and relax amidst the sounds of the African bush.

Main Destination:

Tarangire National Park

Best Time To Visit July to November (Animals come to the Tarangire River)

High Season June to October (The park is full of visitors)

Best Weather June to October (Little rainfall)

Wildlife in Tarangire NP

ElephantAbundant

GiraffeCommon

LionCommon

BuffaloAbundant

ZebraAbundant

WildebeestAbundant

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HippoCommon

HyenaOccasional

LeopardRare

CheetahRare

Wild DogVery Rare

White RhinoNone

Black RhinoNone

Accommodation:

Budget camping

• Inside Tarangire NP

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Tarangire/Manyara

Today, journey to Lake Manyara National Park, famous for its tree-climbing lions and diverse birdlife. Explore the park's lush forests, open grasslands, and alkaline lake, home to flocks of flamingos. Keep your camera ready as you encounter buffalo, elephants, and other wildlife against the backdrop of the Great Rift Valley. In the afternoon, head to your lodge for dinner and a well-deserved rest.

Main Destination:

Lake Manyara National Park

Best Time To Visit June to October (Easier to spot animals)

High Season July to March (The northern section gets crowded)

Best Weather June to October (Little rainfall)

Wildlife in Lake Manyara NP

ElephantCommon

GiraffeCommon

BuffaloCommon

ZebraCommon

WildebeestCommon

HippoCommon

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LionOccasional

HyenaOccasional

LeopardRare

Wild DogVery Rare

White RhinoNone

Black RhinoNone

CheetahNone

Accommodation:

Budget camping

• Outside Lake Manyara NP

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Manyara/serengeti

Depart for the world-renowned Serengeti National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of Africa's premier safari destinations. Enjoy en-route game drives, soaking in the vast savannahs and endless plains teeming with wildlife. Keep an eye out for the Big Five and witness the annual wildebeest migration (seasonal). Arrive at your lodge in the heart of the Serengeti and unwind under the starlit sky.

Main Destination:

Serengeti National Park

Best Time To Visit January to February and June to October (Different areas are best at different times)

High Season July to March (The Seronera area is crowded)

Best Weather June to October (Little to no rainfall)

Wildlife in Serengeti NP

ElephantCommon

LionCommon

CheetahCommon

BuffaloAbundant

ZebraAbundant

WildebeestAbundant

Show more

GiraffeCommon

HippoCommon

HyenaCommon

LeopardOccasional

Black RhinoVery Rare

Wild DogVery Rare

White RhinoNone

Accommodation:

Budget camping

• Inside Serengeti NP

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Serengeti

Spend the entire day exploring the Serengeti's pristine wilderness on morning and afternoon game drives. Marvel at the sheer abundance of wildlife, from graceful antelopes to powerful predators, in their natural habitat. Be sure to visit the Serengeti Visitor Center to learn more about the park's ecosystem and conservation efforts. Return to your lodge for a delicious dinner and tales of the day's adventures around the campfire.

Main Destination:

Serengeti National Park

Accommodation:

Budget camping

• Inside Serengeti NP

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Serengeti/Ngorongoro crater tour

Depart for the Ngorongoro Crater, often referred to as the "Eighth Wonder of the World" for its stunning beauty and unparalleled biodiversity. Descend into the crater floor, a natural sanctuary home to an incredible array of wildlife including rhinos, lions, and hippos. Enjoy a picnic lunch surrounded by the breathtaking scenery of this ancient caldera. In the afternoon, ascend to the crater rim and check into Simba public campsite, where you can relax and savor the final evening of your safari.

Main Destination:

Ngorongoro Crater

Best Time To Visit June to October (Wildlife viewing is best)

High Season Most of the year – July to March (Expect crowds)

Best Weather June to October (Rainfall is little to none)

Wildlife in Ngorongoro Crater

Black RhinoCommon

LionCommon

BuffaloAbundant

ZebraAbundant

WildebeestAbundant

HyenaAbundant

Show more

ElephantCommon

HippoCommon

LeopardOccasional

GiraffeNone

White RhinoNone

CheetahNone

Wild DogNone

Accommodation:

Budget camping

• Inside Ngorongoro Crater

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Ngorongoro/ Arusha/ Jro

After breakfast, bid farewell to the wonders of Northern Tanzania as you journey back to Arusha. Reflect on your incredible safari experiences and the memories made along the way. Upon arrival in Arusha, you'll be transferred to Kilimanjaro International Airport for your onward journey or extension of your Tanzanian adventure.

Main Destination:

Kilimanjaro Airport

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

• Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
• You'll be dropped off at the airport.