Tarangire · Serengeti · Ngorongoro
5-Day Affordable Adventure to Tanzania’s Famous Parks
- 5 days
- Camping
- Joining group
From$920per person
View safariBudget safari · Joining group
Five days through Tarangire, Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater and Lake Manyara. Shared pop-up-roof Land Cruiser, camping and simple lodges. Nights at Ngedere Lodge & Camp and Ang'ata Serengeti Camp.
From$1,278per person, two travelling
Trip overview
Where you go
Your route
Approximate route between stops.
Itinerary

After breakfast, you will be picked up from your hotel and begin the safari. You’ll drive to Tarangire National Park, famous for its large elephant herds and iconic baobab trees. Wildlife gathers around the Tarangire River, attracting leopards, cheetahs, and many other species. With over 300 bird species, it's also a birdwatcher's paradise. In the evening, you'll head to Ngedere Camp and Lodge for dinner and overnight.
TonightNgedere Lodge & CampLunch & dinner, (Breakfast not included), Non-alcoholic drinks
After breakfast, you'll drive to Serengeti National Park for an exciting game drive, spotting predators and prey. After lunch at the park gate, continue exploring with the roof open for better views. Later, head to your lodge for dinner and overnight. Optional: Visit up to four Maasai villages en route (at an extra cost) and experience Maasai culture.
TonightAng'ata Serengeti CampAll meals included, Non-alcoholic drinks
After breakfast, enjoy a game drive through the Serengeti, spotting diverse wildlife and admiring the breathtaking landscapes. Later, head to Ngorongoro Simba Campsite for dinner and an overnight stay. Relax and reflect on an unforgettable day in one of Tanzania’s most iconic parks.
TonightBudget campingAll meals included, Non-alcoholic drinks
Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for a game drive across its rich plains and Lake Magadi. This 100-square-mile volcanic caldera is home to lions, leopards, elephants, buffalo, hippos, and the rare black rhino. After exploring its incredible wildlife and landscapes, ascend to the crater rim and continue to your lodge for an overnight stay.
TonightNgedere Lodge & CampAll meals included, Non-alcoholic drinks
Drive to Lake Manyara National Park in the Great Rift Valley for a picnic lunch surrounded by rich birdlife, elephants, and hippos. Enjoy an afternoon game drive through the park’s diverse landscapes. Later, return to Arusha, where the tour ends with a drop-off at your hotel.
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

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

Campsite · Ngorongoro Crater
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 | 2 people | 3 people | 4 people | 5 people | 6 peopleBest value | Quote |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Budget camping | $1,278 | $1,202 | $1,159 | $1,159 | $1,170 | Get quote |
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Good to know
Shared: you travel with other guests in a pop-up-roof Land Cruiser, which keeps the price down. Your own party can be up to 7 people. The departure runs once at least 6 travellers have booked. Ask us if you'd prefer it private.
It can start on any day that suits you, but the route itself is fixed.
Yes, from age 3. Children under 13 pay less.
Yes. Solo travellers are welcome; a single room costs a little more.
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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