CAMPING SAFARI
6-DAY CAMPING SAFARI & RETREAT
- Best Time: June to November
- High Season: July to September
Welcome to Tanzania!
If you’re a wildlife enthusiast, this safari adventure is made just for you. You’ll explore four of Tanzania’s top national parks, each offering incredible opportunities to spot large herds of wildlife in their natural habitats. Discover the unique landscapes of Tarangire, where ancient baobab trees dominate the scenery, and experience the breathtaking views from the lush green rim of the Ngorongoro Crater. Keep an eye out for tree-climbing lions in Lake Manyara and soak in the magic of a Serengeti sunset that will stay with you forever.
To top it all off, after days of thrilling game drives, you’ll unwind at a natural hot spring oasis—a perfect way to relax and reflect on your unforgettable safari experience.
Let the adventure begin!
Tour Features
Budget camping
This is a budget camping tour.
Shared tour
On this shared tour, you will join a group of other travelers. Max 6 people per vehicle.
Can start any day
If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.
Cannot be customized
The contents of this tour cannot be changed.
Suitable for single travelers
Single travelers can join this group tour.
Minimum age of 2 years
The minimum age for this tour is 2 years.
Day 1: Tarangire National Park – Elephants, Baobabs & Safari Begins
Your adventure kicks off at 8:00 am, right from your accommodation. After a short briefing about the safari ahead, we’ll hit the road toward Tarangire National Park, located just south of Lake Manyara. This stunning park is famous for its large elephant population—the largest concentration in Tanzania—and its iconic baobab-dotted landscape.
The Tarangire River, which flows year-round, is the lifeline of the park and attracts an impressive range of wildlife, including wildebeests, zebras, giraffes, and even predators like lions and leopards during the dry season. It’s a perfect setting for breathtaking wildlife photography.
You’ll enjoy a picnic lunch with a view over the Tarangire River, followed by more game viewing in the afternoon. Later, we’ll return to your camp for a hearty dinner and your first night under the African stars.
Main Destination: Tarangire National Park
Accommodation: Budget camping (just outside Tarangire NP)
Meals & Drinks: Lunch and dinner included (breakfast not included); drinking water provided
Day 2: Lake Manyara National Park – Flamingos & Tree-Climbing Lions
After an early breakfast, we head out for a full-day game drive in Lake Manyara National Park, a small gem with an incredible mix of ecosystems. Nestled at the base of the Great Rift Valley escarpment, this park is a haven for wildlife.
Expect to see everything from large herds of wildebeests, zebras, and gazelles to hippos wallowing in the lake and the park’s famous tree-climbing lions. Bird lovers will be thrilled by the 350+ bird species, especially the dazzling flocks of flamingos during the wet season.
We’ll stop for a picnic lunch inside the park, then enjoy more game viewing in the afternoon. By evening, we’ll head back to camp for dinner and overnight.
Main Destination: Lake Manyara National Park
Accommodation: Budget camping (just outside Lake Manyara NP)
Meals & Drinks: All meals included; drinking water provided
Day 3: Into the Heart of Serengeti – Wildlife Wonderland
An early morning departure gets us on our way to the world-famous Serengeti National Park. This park needs no introduction—it’s a vast, wildlife-rich wonderland and home to the Great Migration, where over a million wildebeests, zebras, and gazelles move across the plains each year.
Keep your eyes peeled for the Big Five—lion, leopard, elephant, rhino, and buffalo—as well as many other animals like giraffes, hyenas, jackals, and more. The scenery is equally impressive, with endless golden savannahs stretching as far as the eye can see.
We’ll enjoy a picnic lunch en route and continue game driving into the late afternoon before heading to camp for a relaxing evening with dinner and overnight stay.
Main Destination: Serengeti National Park
Accommodation: Budget camping (outside Serengeti NP)
Meals & Drinks: All meals included; drinking water provided
Day 4: Serengeti to Ngorongoro – Sunrise Safari & Big Five Quest
Rise early today—you won’t want to miss the Serengeti sunrise. The golden light, paired with the morning sounds of the wild, creates one of the most unforgettable safari experiences.
Today’s focus is tracking the Big Five, as we continue game driving through different parts of the Serengeti. After lunch, we’ll begin our journey to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, where your next overnight camp awaits. Take in the scenic beauty of this highland region as the day winds down.
Main Destination: Serengeti National Park
Accommodation: Budget camping (inside Serengeti NP)
Meals & Drinks: All meals included; drinking water provided
Day 5: Ngorongoro Crater – A Natural Wonder
Today we descend into the Ngorongoro Crater, often called the “Eighth Wonder of the World.” This massive, unbroken volcanic caldera is teeming with wildlife—over 25,000 animals call it home, including black rhinos, hippos, lions, elephants, and a wide variety of birds.
We’ll enjoy a picnic lunch beside a tranquil crater-side lake and continue our exploration in the afternoon. With its incredible scenery and wildlife density, this is one of the best safari days you’ll have.
By evening, we return to Arusha and check in at Villa Poa for dinner and a well-deserved night of rest.
Main Destination: Ngorongoro Crater
Accommodation: Villa Poa! (Budget guest house in Arusha)
Meals & Drinks: All meals included; drinking water provided
Day 6: Kikuletwa Hot Springs – A Day to Relax
Your final day is all about relaxation. We head out to the Kikuletwa Hot Springs (also known as Chemka Hot Springs), located near Rundugai village. This oasis is one of Tanzania’s hidden gems, with crystal-clear turquoise waters surrounded by palm and fig trees. You might even spot monkeys swinging through the branches as you swim!
Spend the day how you like—float in the warm water, nap in the sun, chat with locals at the nearby bar, or just soak in the serene setting. A picnic lunch will be served, and in the late afternoon, we’ll drive back to Arusha, marking the end of your tour.
Main Destination: Kikuletwa Hot Springs
Accommodation: None (End of tour)
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast and lunch included; drinking water provided
END OF THE TOUR
Included
- Park fees(For non-residents)
- All activities(Unless labeled as optional)
- All accommodation(Unless listed as upgrade)
- A professional driver/guide
- All transportation(Unless labeled as optional)
- All Taxes/VAT
- Roundtrip airport transfer
- Meals(As specified in the day-by-day section)
- Drinks(As specified in the day-by-day section)
Excluded
- International flights(From/to home)
- Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
- Tips(Tipping guideline US$20.00 pp per day)
- Personal items(Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
- The government imposed an increase in taxes and/or park fees
- Some meals(As specified in the day-by-day section)
- This tour starts and ends in Arusha/Moshi/Zanzibar
- Book your own international flights when using this operator
- A transfer from and back to the airport is included
- Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost
Important to Know
- Rates are per person and exclude the international flight from/to your home country.
- This tour accepts children who are 2 years and older.
Rates Per Person
Start dates | Solo1 room | 2 people1 room | 3 people2 rooms | 4 people2 rooms | 5 people3 rooms | 6 people3 rooms | 7+ people |
Jan 1, 2025 – Dec 31, 2025 | $2,780 | $1,785 | $1,455 | $1,280 | $1,174 | $1,115 | Get Quote |
Jan 1, 2026 – Dec 31, 2026 | $2,780 | $1,785 | $1,455 | $1,280 | $1,174 | $1,115 | Get Quote |
