5 Days Serengeti and Ngorongoro Budget Camping Safari Tour

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5 days (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: German and 4 more

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.

What's Included

Private transportation
Lunch (Optional[4])
Lunch
Landing and facility fees
Dinner (Optional[4])
Dinner
African wildlife safaris
Breakfast (Optional[3])
Breakfast
International flight
Visa fees
Travel insurance
Tips & gratuities
Optional activities

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
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.

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Meeting point
Arusha Clock Tower

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
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 5 days (approximately)
    Day 1

    Meet at Kilimanjaro airport or Arusha airport, after meet and greet you will be transfer to Karatu, overnight at Karatu.

    1 stop
  • 1
    Tarangire National Park

    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.

    7 hours • Admission ticket free
    • Day 2

    Serengeti National Park

    2 stops
  • 2
    Serengeti National Park

    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.

    6 hours • Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Serengeti National Park

    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.

    3 hours • Admission ticket free
    • Day 3

    Serengeti Full Day

    1 stop
  • 4
    Serengeti National Park

    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.

    8 hours • Admission ticket free
    • Day 4

    Ngorongoro Crater

    1 stop
  • 5
    Ngorongoro Crater

    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.

    6 hours • Admission ticket included
    • Day 5

    Return to Arusha

    1 stop
  • 6
    Arusha

    Enjoy a comfortable drive back to Arusha or Kilimanjaro International Airport. Drop-off at your hotel or airport.

    4 hours • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • 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
Supplied by African Masterclass Tours And Safaris

Tags

Multi-day Tours
Private and Luxury
Private Sightseeing Tours
4WD Tours
Safaris
Adventure Tours
Involves Animals
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

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

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