5 Days Serengeti and Ngorongoro Budget Camping Safari Tour

5.0 (1 reviews) Arusha, Tanzania
Duration5 days
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
Instant confirmationYour booking is confirmed right away
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesGerman, English, Italian, French, Spanish
Private tourOnly your group will participate
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

This budget camping safari offers an authentic and immersive wildlife experience across Tanzania’s most iconic destinations – Serengeti National Park and the Ngorongoro Crater. Travelers enjoy close-up game drives in a 4x4 safari vehicle, with chances to witness the Big Five in their natural habitat.

Unlike luxury tours, this experience brings you closer to nature through carefully selected camping sites, allowing you to connect with the African wilderness under the stars. The tour is guided by experienced local experts who ensure both safety and rich storytelling throughout the journey.

From the endless plains of Serengeti to the breathtaking Ngorongoro Crater, this tour combines adventure, affordability, and unforgettable wildlife encounters in one seamless itinerary.

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Mid Range wildlife Safaris

Eileen Tree Inn
Game drive
Mid Range Safaris
Duration: 8 hours
breakfast, lunch, dinner wat
Game drive to mention parks
4 x 4 land cruiser pop roof
Pickup included

African Wildlife Safaris

Pickup included

What's included

  • Private transportation
  • Lunch
  • Landing and facility fees
  • Dinner
  • African wildlife safaris
  • Breakfast
  • International flight
  • Visa fees
  • Travel insurance
  • Tips & gratuities
  • Optional activities

What to expect

Day 1: Meet at Kilimanjaro airport or Arusha airport, after meet and greet you will be transfer to Karatu, overnight at Karatu.
  1. Tarangire National Park
    7h
    Pick up from your hotel in Arusha or Kilimanjaro International Airport and drive to Tarangire National Park. Enjoy a full-day game drive in the park, famous for its large elephant herds, baobab trees, and diverse wildlife including lions, giraffes, zebras, and more. Picnic lunch will be served inside the park. After the game drive, proceed to your lodge/camp for dinner and overnight.
Day 2: Serengeti National Park
  1. Serengeti National Park
    6h
    Drive from Karatu to Serengeti National Park through the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Enjoy an en-route game drive with chances to spot wildlife such as zebras, wildebeests, and antelopes.
  2. Serengeti National Park
    3h
    Arrive in Serengeti National Park and enjoy an afternoon game drive. Discover the vast plains of Serengeti, home to lions, elephants, cheetahs, and a variety of wildlife species.
Day 3: Serengeti Full Day
  1. Serengeti National Park
    8h
    Enjoy a full-day game drive in Serengeti National Park. Start with an early morning game drive when wildlife is most active, followed by a picnic lunch and an afternoon game drive. Witness a wide variety of animals including lions, elephants, leopards, buffaloes, and more.
Day 4: Ngorongoro Crater
  1. Ngorongoro Crater
    6h · Admission ticket included
    Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for a game drive. The crater is home to a high concentration of wildlife including the Big Five. Enjoy a picnic lunch near the hippo pool and continue exploring before ascending back to the rim.
Day 5: Return to Arusha
  1. Arusha
    4h
    Enjoy a comfortable drive back to Arusha or Kilimanjaro International Airport. Drop-off at your hotel or airport.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

For travelers who do not require pickup, please meet us at the Arusha Clock Tower in the city center.

Our driver/guide will be waiting near the main roundabout holding a sign with the lead traveler’s name.

Please arrive at least 15 minutes before the scheduled departure time.

End point

For travelers who do not require pickup, please meet us at the Arusha Clock Tower in the city center.

Our driver/guide will be waiting near the main roundabout holding a sign with the lead traveler’s name.

Please arrive at least 15 minutes before the scheduled departure time.

Pickup details

Pickup is available from Arusha hotels

For airport pickup, our driver will be waiting at the arrival hall holding a sign with the lead traveler’s name.

For hotel pickup, please wait at the reception area at the scheduled time.

We will contact you via WhatsApp prior to pickup to confirm details.

Additional information

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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