5-Day Budget Camping Safari: Lake Manyara, Serengeti & Ngorongoro
Experience Tanzania’s Iconic Wildlife on a Budget
Embark on an unforgettable 5-day budget camping safari, exploring Tanzania’s most renowned national parks: Lake Manyara, Serengeti, and Ngorongoro Crater. Witness breathtaking landscapes, diverse wildlife, and the famed Big Five while enjoying affordable yet immersive camping experiences under the African sky.
Itinerary
Day 1: Arusha to Lake Manyara National Park
🚙 Depart from Arusha with a packed picnic lunch.
🦒 Game drive in Lake Manyara National Park, home to tree-climbing lions, flamingos, and diverse wildlife.
🏕️ Dinner & overnight: Campsite.
Day 2: Lake Manyara to Serengeti National Park
🍽 Breakfast at camp, then depart with a picnic lunch.
🚗 En-route game drive through the Ndutu region and a visit to Olduvai Gorge, a significant paleoanthropological site.
🦓 Afternoon game drive in Serengeti National Park.
🏕️ Dinner & overnight: Campsite in Serengeti.
Day 3: Full-Day Serengeti Safari
🌄 Early morning game drive to spot predators at dawn.
☕ Return to camp/lodge for a late breakfast.
🦏 Full-day game drive in Serengeti with a picnic lunch.
🏕️ Dinner & overnight: Campsite in Serengeti.
Day 4: Serengeti to Ngorongoro Conservation Area
🍽 Breakfast at camp, followed by a morning game drive in Serengeti.
🍽 Lunch (picnic or hot lunch) at a designated site.
🚙 Afternoon transfer to Ngorongoro for dinner and overnight.
🏕️ Dinner & overnight: Campsite on the Ngorongoro Crater rim.
Day 5: Ngorongoro Crater to Arusha
🏔️ Early morning descent into Ngorongoro Crater for a game drive.
🍽 Picnic lunch inside the crater.
🚙 Afternoon drive back to Arusha, arriving in the late afternoon.
Why Choose This Safari?
✔ Budget-friendly adventure without compromising on the experience.
✔ Campsite stays allow for an authentic and immersive wildlife experience.
✔ Explore three iconic parks, including the legendary Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater.
✔ Big Five sightings and breathtaking landscapes.
✔ Professional safari guides ensuring an enriching experience.
📌 Note: This itinerary is subject to change based on weather conditions and other factors to ensure the safety and enjoyment of all participants.