9-Day Budget Camping Safari & Zanzibar Beach Vacation

• Length9 days · 8 nights
• GroupJoining group
• StayCampsites in the parks
• Getting aroundPop-up-roof Land Cruiser
• Starts and endsArusha → Arusha
• Best monthsJul – Sep

1. StartArusha
2. Tarangire
3. Serengeti
4. Ngorongoro Crater
5. Lake Manyara
6. Zanzibar
7. EndArusha

1. Day1Tarangire Day 1 · TarangireArusha to Tarangire National Park Your adventure begins in Arusha with a scenic drive through Tanzania’s countryside toward Tarangire National Park. Upon arrival, enjoy your first…Lunch & dinner, (Breakfast not included), Non-alcoholic drinksBudget camping Read the full dayShow less

   Your adventure begins in Arusha with a scenic drive through Tanzania’s countryside toward Tarangire National Park. Upon arrival, enjoy your first exciting game drive through beautiful savannah, woodland, and baobab landscapes. Tarangire is especially famous for its large elephant herds, ancient baobab trees, lions, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, buffalo, and rich birdlife. The Tarangire River attracts wildlife, especially during the Dry season. After the game drive, relax at your campsite and enjoy an authentic night surrounded by the sounds of the African wilderness.

   TonightBudget campingLunch & dinner, (Breakfast not included), Non-alcoholic drinks
2. Day2Serengeti Day 2 · SerengetiMto wa Mbu to Serengeti National Park After breakfast in Mto wa Mbu, we continue our journey toward the legendary Serengeti National Park. The drive takes you through the scenic…All meals included, Non-alcoholic drinksBudget camping Read the full dayShow less

   After breakfast in Mto wa Mbu, we continue our journey toward the legendary Serengeti National Park. The drive takes you through the scenic landscapes of the Great Rift Valley and into the highlands before reaching the vast Serengeti plains. As we enter the park, the safari begins, with opportunities to spot wildebeest, zebra, giraffe, elephant, buffalo, lion, and other wildlife. After lunch inside the park, you start exploring the endless grasslands on an afternoon game drive and watching the changing scenery. In the evening, we arrive at our campsite inside the Serengeti, giving you a truly authentic wilderness experience. Enjoy dinner under the African sky and fall asleep surrounded by the sounds of nature.

   TonightBudget campingAll meals included, Non-alcoholic drinks
3. Day3Serengeti Day 3 · Ngorongoro Crater · SerengetiSerengeti National Park to Ngorongoro Highlands After breakfast, we begin our journey from the Serengeti toward the spectacular Ngorongoro Highlands. Before leaving the park, enjoy a final morning…All meals included, Non-alcoholic drinksBudget camping Read the full dayShow less

   After breakfast, we begin our journey from the Serengeti toward the spectacular Ngorongoro Highlands. Before leaving the park, enjoy a final morning game drive, giving you another opportunity to spot lions, elephants, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, and other wildlife across the endless Serengeti plains. Around midday, we stop at a designated picnic area inside the park to enjoy a delicious packed lunch surrounded by the beauty of the African wilderness. After lunch, we continue toward the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, passing through changing landscapes from open savannah to lush highland forests. The scenery becomes cooler and greener as we climb toward the crater highlands. In the evening, we arrive at our campsite in the Ngorongoro Highlands, where you can relax, enjoy dinner, and prepare for the next day’s unforgettable crater adventure.

   TonightBudget campingAll meals included, Non-alcoholic drinks
4. Day4Ngorongoro Crater Day 4 · Ngorongoro CraterNgorongoro Crater After an early breakfast, we descend into the spectacular Ngorongoro Crater for a full-day game drive. Often called the “Garden of Eden of Tanzania”,…All meals included, Non-alcoholic drinksBudget camping Read the full dayShow less

   After an early breakfast, we descend into the spectacular Ngorongoro Crater for a full-day game drive. Often called the “Garden of Eden of Tanzania”, the crater is home to an incredible concentration of wildlife within its unique volcanic landscape. Explore the crater floor and look for lions, elephants, buffalo, zebras, wildebeest, hippos, hyenas, and, with luck, the rare black rhino. Around midday, stop at a designated picnic area to enjoy a packed lunch surrounded by breathtaking scenery and wildlife. After lunch, continue exploring the crater’s grasslands, forests, lakes, and open plains. In the afternoon, we slowly leave the crater and return to the highlands, carrying unforgettable memories of one of Africa’s greatest natural wonders. Relax at camp and enjoy your final evening in the Ngorongoro area.

   TonightBudget campingAll meals included, Non-alcoholic drinks
5. Day5Zanzibar Day 5 · Lake Manyara · ZanzibarLake Manyara National Park After breakfast, we depart from Mto wa Mbu and head to Lake Manyara National Park for an exciting game drive. Explore the park’s beautiful forests,…Breakfast & lunch, (Dinner not included), Non-alcoholic drinksSerengeti Villa Read the full dayShow less

   After breakfast, we depart from Mto wa Mbu and head to Lake Manyara National Park for an exciting game drive. Explore the park’s beautiful forests, open plains, and lakeshore while looking for elephants, giraffes, buffalo, zebras, flamingos, and the famous tree-climbing lions. Enjoy a packed lunch inside the park before continuing your journey. In the afternoon, we leave Lake Manyara and drive to Arusha, arriving in the evening. Check in at your accommodation and relax after your safari adventure. Dinner is not included, giving you the freedom to choose your own meal. You will spend the night in Arusha. The following morning, after breakfast, transfer to the airport for your flight to Zanzibar.

   TonightSerengeti VillaBreakfast & lunch, (Dinner not included), Non-alcoholic drinks
6. Day6Zanzibar Day 6 · ZanzibarArusha to Zanzibar After breakfast, transfer to Arusha Airport for your flight to Zanzibar. Upon arrival, meet your local transfer and travel to your beach…Breakfast, (Lunch & dinner not included)Amaan Beach Bungalows Read the full dayShow less

   After breakfast, transfer to Arusha Airport for your flight to Zanzibar. Upon arrival, meet your local transfer and travel to your beach accommodation. The rest of the day is free to relax and enjoy the beautiful tropical surroundings. Take a refreshing swim in the turquoise Indian Ocean, relax on the white sandy beach, or simply enjoy the peaceful atmosphere. You can also choose an optional excursion that suits your interests, such as a Stone Town tour, spice farm visit, snorkeling, a boat trip, or a sunset cruise. The day is designed to give you freedom and flexibility after your exciting safari adventure.

   TonightAmaan Beach BungalowsBreakfast, (Lunch & dinner not included)
7. Day7Zanzibar Day 7 · ZanzibarZanzibar Beach Holiday Enjoy a peaceful day in Zanzibar with bed and breakfast included at your accommodation. Spend the day relaxing on the beautiful white-sand beach,…Breakfast, (Lunch & dinner not included)Amaan Beach Bungalows Read the full dayShow less

   Enjoy a peaceful day in Zanzibar with bed and breakfast included at your accommodation. Spend the day relaxing on the beautiful white-sand beach, swimming in the warm Indian Ocean, or enjoying the hotel facilities. If you prefer adventure, you can choose an optional excursion such as snorkeling, a spice farm visit, a Stone Town tour, or a sunset cruise. Lunch, dinner, and optional activities are not included, allowing you to enjoy the day according to your own interests and budget.

   TonightAmaan Beach BungalowsBreakfast, (Lunch & dinner not included)
8. Day8Zanzibar Day 8 · ZanzibarZanzibar Beach Holiday Enjoy another relaxing day in Zanzibar with bed and breakfast included. Take your time to unwind on the white sandy beaches, swim in the turquoise…Breakfast, (Lunch & dinner not included)Amaan Beach Bungalows Read the full dayShow less

   Enjoy another relaxing day in Zanzibar with bed and breakfast included. Take your time to unwind on the white sandy beaches, swim in the turquoise waters, or simply enjoy the tropical atmosphere. You are also free to choose an optional excursion or explore the island at your own pace. Lunch, dinner, and excursions are not included, giving you complete freedom to plan your day according to your interests and budget.

   TonightAmaan Beach BungalowsBreakfast, (Lunch & dinner not included)
9. Day9Zanzibar Day 9 · ZanzibarLast Moments in Zanzibar and Departure Enjoy your final morning in Zanzibar with breakfast included at your accommodation. Take some time to relax on the beach, enjoy the beautiful…Breakfast, (Lunch & dinner not included) Read the full dayShow less

   Enjoy your final morning in Zanzibar with breakfast included at your accommodation. Take some time to relax on the beach, enjoy the beautiful surroundings, or do some last-minute shopping for souvenirs. Depending on your flight time, check out and meet your driver for a transfer to Zanzibar Airport. Depart Zanzibar with unforgettable memories of Tanzania’s wildlife, landscapes, and tropical beaches.

Want a different order, an extra night or another lodge? Every day here can change. Ask us to adjust it

• Nights 1–4

  Campsite · Tarangire

  Budget camping

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

  4 nights

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• Night 5

  Campsite · Zanzibar

  Serengeti Villa

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

  1 night

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• Nights 6–8

  Campsite · Zanzibar

  Amaan Beach Bungalows

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

  3 nights

  Ask about it

Public campsites inside the parks have shared toilets and showers. Your cook sets up a dining tent and cooks every meal.

• Per person, sharing. The vehicle and guide cost the same for two or six, so bigger groups pay less each.
• Children under 15 pay less, and solo travellers pay a supplement. We include both in your quote.
• Deposit to confirm: 20% for camping safaris, 40% for lodge safaris.