Tanzania · Camping Safari

6-Day Camping Safari in Tanzania with Serengeti and Ngorongoro

6 Days Round trip from Arusha Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Explore Tarangire National Park and observe large elephant herds and ancient baobab trees
  • 02 Discover Lake Manyara National Park and search for tree-climbing lions and flamingos
  • 03 Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater and encounter dense concentrations of wildlife, including rhinos
  • 04 Experience full-day game drives across the vast plains of Serengeti National Park
  • 05 Follow seasonal wildlife movements and learn animal behavior from an expert safari guide

Experience a 6-day Tanzania camping safari across Tarangire, Lake Manyara, Ngorongoro Crater, and Serengeti, combining expertly guided game drives, close encounters with elephants, lions, and rhinos, dramatic Rift Valley and savannah scenery, and authentic wilderness camping from arrival in Arusha to the final journey back.

Spend the day on a game drive encountering lions, elephants, zebras, wildebeest, and rare black rhinos.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 6 Days
Tour type Private
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Included · Budget
Transport Not included
Wheelchair access Yes
Cities Arusha, Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Lake Manyara, Tarangire National Park
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Arrival in Arusha and Safari Welcome

  • Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport and meet your private safari guide.
  • Transfer to a comfortable lodge near Arusha for rest and acclimatization.

  • Attend an evening safari briefing covering camping logistics, safety guidelines, and wildlife expectations.

Enjoy dinner and an overnight stay at the lodge.

2
Day 02

Tarangire National Park and Wilderness Camping

  • Drive to Tarangire National Park, famous for its large elephant herds and ancient baobab trees.
  • Enjoy an afternoon guided game drive, spotting elephants, giraffes, lions, and diverse birdlife.

  • Set up a private wilderness campsite inside or near the park.

Dine under the open sky with freshly prepared meals and overnight camping.

3
Day 03

Lake Manyara and Rift Valley Wildlife

  • Depart for Lake Manyara National Park at the base of the Great Rift Valley escarpment.
  • Take a guided game drive through groundwater forests and along the lakeshore.

  • Observe tree-climbing lions, flamingos, hippos, and other wildlife.

  • Camp near the Rift Valley escarpment and enjoy sunset views over the lake.

4
Day 04

Ngorongoro Crater Safari Adventure

  • Drive to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area and descend to the crater floor.
  • Spend the day on a game drive encountering lions, elephants, zebras, wildebeest, and rare black rhinos.

  • Enjoy a private picnic lunch surrounded by abundant wildlife.

  • Ascend to the crater rim and camp with panoramic views of the caldera.

5
Day 05

Serengeti Plains and Classic Bush Camp

  • Travel to the Serengeti Plains, passing through scenic highlands and Maasai landscapes.
  • Enjoy a full-day game drive tracking wildebeest, zebra, predators, and plains game.

  • Learn about animal behavior and migration patterns from your guide.

  • Set up camp in a remote Serengeti location and enjoy a classic bush dinner.

6
Day 06

Morning Serengeti Safari and Return to Arusha

  • Begin with an early morning game drive for final wildlife sightings.
  • Break camp and depart the Serengeti.

  • Drive back to Arusha with optional lunch en route.

  • Arrive in Arusha for hotel drop-off or onward transfer to the airport.

Tarangire National Park baobabs, Lake Manyara National Park and Rift Valley escarpment, Serengeti Plains

Where this trip takes you

Tarangire National Park baobabs, Lake Manyara National Park and Rift Valley escarpment, Serengeti Plains

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Arusha 5 cities · 6 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • All camping equipment and facilities
  • Professional safari chef
  • Three freshly prepared meals daily
  • Drinking water and camping fees

What's Not Included

  • Sleeping bags (available for hire)
  • Beverages other than water
  • Personal camping gear expenses

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Arusha, Tanzania
Tour start
Arusha, Tanzania
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 6 days finish where they began, in Arusha.

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