The Best 5-Day Tanzania Group Safari from Arusha –Travel Guide

Duration5 days

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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted

LanguagesGerman, English, Italian, French, Spanish

Group sizeUp to 99 travelers

Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Join our 5-day Tanzania group budget camping safari and discover the highlights of the famous Northern Circuit, featuring Tarangire National Park, Serengeti National Park and the Ngorongoro Crater. You will sleep at basic public campsites & travel in a 4x4 safari vehicle with a professional driver-guide.

Our comprehensive 5-day Tanzania group budget safari from Arusha travel guide is designed for all travelers in the world: UK, USA, Canada, Australia, Argentina, England, Russia, Germany, Morocco, South Africa, France and more making it easy to choose the best 5-day Tanzania safari with detailed itineraries, safari costs, best time and expert travel advice.

Wherever you are in the world, start your guided 5-day Tanzania budget camping safari from Arusha with easy flights via Kilimanjaro International Airport, Julius Nyerere International Airport, or Zanzibar Airport on KLM Royal Dutch Airlines, Qatar Airways, Emirates, Ethiopian Airlines, or Lufthansa before your group safari begins.

What's included

Budget Camping Accommodation
Drinking water during Safari
Game drives
Park fees
Briefing
Transportation 4x4 safari land cruiser with top up roof
Full board basis (Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner)
24/7 phone support service
Crater Fee
Professional English speak guide

The hotel accommodations before and after a Safari in town
All Airport Transfers
Flight ( Domestic & International)
Medical / Travel Insurance
Tips for Safari crew guide and chef
Pickup from Moshi to Arusha is available
Additional cost for accommodation before and at the end of the tour
Hot Air Balloon

What to expect

Day 1: Arusha to Tarangire National Park – Overnight at Fig Tree Lodge and Camp

Tarangire National Park
9m

Your journey begins with a beautiful drive from Arusha to Tarangire National Park, one of Tanzania’s hidden gems known for its iconic baobab trees and large elephant population. Enjoy thrilling game drives through the acacia woodlands and along the Tarangire River, where wildlife gathers for water. This park is also a paradise for bird watching, with over 500 species recorded. After a day full of discovery, unwind at the cozy Ngedere Tented Lodge, offering comfort in the heart of nature.

Day 2: Tarangire to Central Serengeti – Overnight at Tumbili Campsite

Serengeti National Park
8h

After breakfast, depart for the vast Serengeti National Park, passing through remote landscapes and traditional Maasai villages, where you can observe local life from your vehicle. Upon arrival in Central Serengeti, set out on an afternoon game drive across the endless plains, spotting big cats, elephants, giraffes, and possibly migrating herds. In the evening, enjoy dinner and storytelling by the campfire at Tumbili Campsite, your base in the wild.

Day 3: Full Day in Central Serengeti – Overnight at Tumbili Campsite

Serengeti National Park
8h

Spend the entire day exploring Central Serengeti with both morning and afternoon game drives. Track lions on the hunt, watch cheetahs scanning the horizon, and listen to the calls of colorful birds that thrive in this rich ecosystem. This day offers the best chance to see the Great Migration depending on the season. Return for a second night at Tumbili Campsite, where you'll sleep close to nature under a starlit sky.

Day 4: Serengeti to Ngorongoro Conservation Area – Overnight at Simba Campsite

Ngorongoro Conservation Area
9h

Begin the day with a sunrise game drive in Serengeti, followed by a scenic drive to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Along the way, pass more Maasai villages, and take in dramatic highland viewpoints. Arrive in the afternoon at the famous Simba Campsite, perched near the Ngorongoro Crater rim. With panoramic views and cool highland air, this campsite offers a truly memorable overnight experience above the world’s largest unbroken caldera.

Day 5: Ngorongoro Crater Tour to Arusha – No Overnight

Ngorongoro Crater
7h

Wake early and descend into the magnificent Ngorongoro Crater, a natural amphitheater teeming with wildlife. This is one of the best places in Africa to spot the Big Five, including black rhinos, lions, buffaloes, elephants, and hippos. After your crater floor game drive and a picnic lunch near a hippo pool, enjoy sweeping scenic viewpoints around Tanzania’s Ngorongoro Crater rim before returning to Arusha, marking the end of your unforgettable 5-day group sharing safari.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Our driver will meet travelers at the airport holding a sign with the client’s full name; alternatively, guests can visit our office at Africa Natural Tours Ltd, Mkwawa Avenue.

End point

Pickup details

Our clients will meet a driver/guide holding up his/her full name, immediately after landing at the airport

Additional information

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

If you cancel at least 3 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel within 3 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.