Tarangire · Serengeti · Ngorongoro
5-Day Affordable Adventure to Tanzania’s Famous Parks
- 5 days
- Camping
- Joining group
From$920per person
View safariBudget safari · Private
Five days through Tarangire, Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater and Lake Manyara. Private vehicle and guide, camping and simple lodges. Nights at Ngedere Lodge & Camp.
From$1,636per person, two travelling
Trip overview
Where you go
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Approximate route between stops.
Itinerary

We’ll pick you up from your hotel and introduce you to your guide and chef before embarking on a 2 hour drive to Tarangire National Park. Known for its diverse landscape, the park is especially famous for its ancient baobab trees and the largest concentration of elephants in the country, offering unique opportunities to observe the interactions between elephant families. We’ll embark on a game drive, focusing on areas with reported animal sightings. While herbivores like giraffes, wildebeest, and zebras are abundant, we'll also search for elusive predators such as lions, cheetahs, and leopards. Later, we'll stop at the Tarangire River picnic site to enjoy lunch with a scenic view of the river and nearby wildlife. Watch out for cheeky monkeys and baboons that may try to snatch your meal, but there's no need to worry. After lunch, we'll continue our game drive, exiting the park around 4:30 pm. We’ll then head to our campsite in Mto Wa Mbu for the night. Meals included: Lunch, Dinner.
TonightNgedere Lodge & CampLunch & dinner, (Breakfast not included), All drinks, (Except for spirits/liquor)
After breakfast, you'll drive from Mto Wa Mbu to Serengeti, a 6-hour journey (including stops) through the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Stop At: Ngorongoro Conservation Area Briefly stop at the gate and viewpoint to admire the breathtaking crater view. Duration: 20 minutes Stop At: Maasai Village (Optional) Explore the Maasai culture, known for their traditional practices like lion hunting and blood-drinking. While these traditions are largely historic, you can gain fascinating insights into Maasai life. Duration: 20-45 minutes Serengeti National Park Covering 14,750 square kilometers, the Serengeti is renowned for the wildebeest and zebra migration. Focus will be on Seronera, the heart of Serengeti. Arrive in the late afternoon, have lunch, then embark on a game drive to enjoy the sunset and wildlife. Return to the Seronera campsite for dinner and an overnight stay.
TonightBudget campingAll meals included, All drinks, (Except for spirits/liquor)
Seronera, Serengeti National Park Wake up early in the morning at 06 am after a hot cup of coffee, you will leave the campsite for morning game viewing in the heart of Serengeti National Park while enjoying the Morning beautiful sun rises though it’s going To be a bit chill in the morning don’t forget your warm clothes, get on with the game drive till on the mid-day drive back to camp for full breakfast and Lunch which means a Branch, Then later leave the camp for Ngorongoro Conservation area while you are having a game drive en route towards Ngorongoro Simba Campsite for dinner and overnight.
TonightBudget campingAll meals included, All drinks, (Except for spirits/liquor)
On your last day on Tanzania Safari after breakfast and having a picnic lunch with you a short drive to descending gate and drive down the crater floor 650 meters deep for a half-game crater tour if one is lucky can see rhinoceros but in the crater has a number of permanent residence animals as the crater has permanent water throughout the year therefore many of the animals prefer to stay though they are free to come in or move out the crater, After lunch ascend on the crater rim back to camp then driver to Mto wa Mbu for diner and overnight.
TonightBudget campingAll meals included, All drinks, (Except for spirits/liquor)
After breakfast, we'll embark on an exciting journey to Lake Manyara National Park, renowned for its vibrant flamingo population and the elusive tree-climbing lions. Although these lions are rarely spotted, the park offers a rich wildlife experience. Our day will include a thrilling game drive, where you'll have the opportunity to witness an array of bird species and, if we're fortunate, catch a glimpse of the famous tree-climbing lions. We'll visit the hippo pool for an up-close look at these majestic creatures and explore the hot springs, all while continuing our game drive. The park is teeming with diverse wildlife, including buffaloes, wildebeests, warthogs, vultures, eagles, and playful monkeys. After a full day of exploration, we'll drive back to Arusha, where you'll be dropped off at your hotel. Meals Included: Breakfast Lunch.
Want a different order, an extra night or another lodge? Every day here can change. Ask us to adjust it
Where you sleep

Campsite · Tarangire
Tents at a public campsite · Shared toilets and showers · Your camp cook prepares meals

Campsite · Serengeti
Tents at a public campsite · Shared toilets and showers · Your camp cook prepares meals
Public campsites inside the parks have shared toilets and showers. Your cook sets up a dining tent and cooks every meal.
What it costs
| Accommodation | 1 person | 2 people | 3 people | 4 people | 5 people | 6 peopleBest value | Quote |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Budget camping | On request | $1,636 | $1,314 | $1,161 | $1,069 | $857 | Get quote |
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Yes. The vehicle and guide are only for your group, for parties of up to 7 people. Larger groups: ask us.
It can start on any day that suits you, and we can change the lodges, the order of the parks or the number of nights.
Yes, from age 2. Children under 13 pay less, and under 4 travel free.
Not as a solo traveller: the price is for two or more. Ask us about joining a group safari instead.
We can arrange them for a small extra cost. Tell us your flight times.
On a joining safari you share the vehicle and guide with other travellers on a set date, which brings the price down. On a budget private safari the vehicle is yours and you choose the date.
Yes. Park entrance fees and taxes are included in every price on this page.
Before you go
Guest reviews
5.0Excellent · 105+ reviews
The communication with the company was very good, and we were in good hands from the minute we arrived… we got a lot of value for the money.
The communication with Lucas via WhatsApp was always very friendly, direct and immediate… our tour guide Aboh was very familiar with all animals and plants.
Great value local Tanzanian operator that provided an unforgettable safari experience.
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