4-Day Tanzania Big Five Camping Safari in Serengeti and Ngorongoro

The journey

Trip highlights

• 01 Experience thrilling game drives in Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater, and Tarangire or Lake Manyara National Parks
• 02 Witness the Big Five and the Great Migration across Tanzania's iconic landscapes
• 03 Camp under the African stars and enjoy the sounds of the wild at night
• 04 Explore breathtaking views of the Great Rift Valley and endless Serengeti plains

Discover Tanzania's most famous national parks on this unforgettable 4-day camping safari. Journey through the dramatic landscapes of the Great Rift Valley and witness diverse wildlife across Serengeti, Ngorongoro, and Tarangire or Lake Manyara. From vast plains teeming with wildebeests to the majestic crater floor filled with rhinos and elephants, every day brings new adventures. Spend your nights under canvas, surrounded by the beauty and sounds of the African wilderness.

Descend into the crater for wildlife viewing, including elephants, rhinos, flamingos, and hippos.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 4 Days

Tour type Shared

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Included · Budget

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

Cities Arusha, Mount Kilimanjaro, Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Lake Manyara, Tarangire National Park

Languages English, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

1

Day 01

Arusha to Lake Manyara or Tarangire Safari

• Pickup from your hotel or Kilimanjaro airport.
• Drive across the Great Rift Valley to Lake Manyara or Tarangire.
• Enjoy a full-day game drive spotting elephants, giraffes, buffaloes, hippos, and baboons.
• Return to camp for dinner and an overnight stay.

2

Day 02

Journey to the Central Serengeti Plains

• Early breakfast and departure to Serengeti National Park.
• Drive through the scenic landscape to the central Serengeti plains.
• Enjoy game drives to see lions, cheetahs, wildebeests, zebras, and other wildlife.
• Take a sunset game drive before settling into your camp for dinner and overnight.

3

Day 03

Serengeti Wildlife Viewing to Ngorongoro Crater

• Optional early morning game drive in Serengeti.
• Travel to Ngorongoro Crater.
• Descend into the crater for wildlife viewing, including elephants, rhinos, flamingos, and hippos.
• Camp overnight on the crater rim with panoramic views.

4

Day 04

Ngorongoro Crater Safari and Return to Arusha

• Morning game drive on the crater floor.
• Enjoy a picnic lunch near a hippo pool.
• Ascend the crater wall and drive back to Arusha.
• End of safari.

The route

Where you'll travel

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

• Park fees (for non-residents)
• All activities and game drives
• All camping accommodation
• Professional driver/guide
• 4x4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof
• Camping equipment and sleeping bag
• Meals as per itinerary
• Drinking water
• Taxes and VAT

What's Not Included

• International flights
• Extra accommodation before or after the tour
• Personal items and travel insurance
• Tips (suggested $10 pp/day)
• Towels and alcoholic beverages

What to bring

• Warm Clothes

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point

Arusha, Tanzania

Tour start

Arusha, Tanzania

Tour ends at the same location as the start point.