6-Day Budget Group Camping Tour

• A transfer from the airport can be arranged for an extra cost.
• Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Arusha to Tarangire National Park

Your safari will begin with a pick-up from your hotel, followed by a scenic drive of nearly two hours from Arusha to Tarangire National Park.
At this time of year, many animals move from the dry Maasai steppe to the Tarangire River to find water. Tarangire, which is 2,600 square kilometers in size, is famous for its large herds of elephants and buffalos. You can also see lions, giraffes, impalas, wildebeests, zebras, and gazelles here. It is the only place where the fringe-eared oryx is found.

You will go on a game drive in the park and then return to Mto wa Mbu in your accommodation Ngedere Lodge and Camps for an overnight start.

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:

Ngedere Lodges & Camps

• Budget lodge located 1-2hr drive from Tarangire NP

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Meals & Drinks:

• Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Karatu to Serengeti National Park

After breakfast, you will journey to Serengeti National Park, traveling through Karatu and the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Along the way, you'll pass the scenic highland farms of Karatu. As you leave the highlands, you’ll descend into the Serengeti National Park, a true wilderness with endless grasslands stretching to the horizon.

Next, you’ll make your way to the Seronera region, one of the park's prime wildlife areas. The Seronera River runs through this region, providing a crucial water source that attracts a wide variety of animals representative of the Serengeti's diverse species. You’ll arrive in time for lunch and enjoy an afternoon game drive in the park. Dinner and an overnight stay will be at your campsite.

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

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GiraffeCommon

HippoCommon

HyenaCommon

LeopardOccasional

Black RhinoVery Rare

Wild DogVery Rare

White RhinoNone

Accommodation:

Budget camping

• Inside Serengeti NP

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Serengeti National Park

Your day in Serengeti National Park will start with an early morning game drive. The schedule is flexible and tailored to your preferences. Each day, your guide will work with you to plan the best times for activities, including game drives and wake-up calls.

For example, you could enjoy a morning game drive, then head back to the camp or lodge for lunch or brunch and some relaxation before setting out again for an afternoon game drive. Alternatively, you could opt for a longer game drive with a picnic lunch. After your exciting adventures, you'll return to the campsite for the evening.

Main Destination:

Serengeti National Park

Accommodation:

Budget camping

• Inside Serengeti NP

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Serengeti to Ngorongoro Highlands

Start your day with an early breakfast before heading out on an exciting morning game drive. During this time, you may catch a glimpse of predators or nocturnal animals as they wrap up their nighttime activities.

Afterward, return to the camp for a hearty lunch and some rest before setting out on another thrilling game drive. This time, you'll leave Serengeti National Park and travel toward the majestic Ngorongoro Crater.

As evening approaches, you'll arrive at the crater and head to Simba Campsite, perched on its rim. Here, you'll savor a delicious dinner while taking in the stunning views. Spend the night at the campsite, surrounded by the crater's natural beauty, before settling in for a restful sleep.

Main Destination:

Serengeti National Park

Accommodation:

Budget camping

• Inside Serengeti NP

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Ngorongoro to Lake Manyara National Park

Start your day with an early breakfast before heading down into the beautiful Ngorongoro Crater for an exciting morning game drive. Keep a lookout for the rare black rhinos as you explore this amazing wilderness.

The Ngorongoro Crater is one of the most stunning places in the world, and you'll have plenty of time to admire its beauty. After your game drive, you’ll enjoy a picnic lunch by the peaceful Hippo Lake.

After lunch, take a short game drive before leaving the crater and exiting the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Next you will check in at the Ngedere Lodges & camps. Here, you’ll enjoy a delicious dinner and relax for the night.

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:

Ngedere Lodges & Camps

• Budget lodge located 1-2hr drive from Ngorongoro Crater

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Lake Manyara to Arusha

Get ready for another exciting day as you explore the stunning Lake Manyara National Park. This park is filled with breathtaking views, stretching along the green base of the golden Rift Valley escarpment.

Keep an eye out for the unique dark-colored giraffes that look almost black from a distance and the rare tree-climbing lions wandering the savannah. You might also spot monkeys in the forest canopy and hippos relaxing in the soda lake. With over 400 bird species, it’s a paradise for bird lovers.

During your game drive, watch for other animals like buffalo, zebras, wildebeest, mongoose, klipspringers, and bushbucks. After your adventure, enjoy a picnic lunch in the park before heading back to Arusha then you will be dropped of in your hotel at Arusha.

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

Show more

LionOccasional

HyenaOccasional

LeopardRare

Wild DogVery Rare

White RhinoNone

Black RhinoNone

CheetahNone

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
• Non-alcoholic drinks

• Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
• A transfer back to the airport can be arranged for an extra cost.