4-Day Tanzania Camping Safari with Serengeti and Ngorongoro

The journey

Trip highlights

• 01 Spot majestic wildlife like buffalo, giraffe, and zebra against the stunning Great Rift Wall backdrop
• 02 Witness Africa's Big 5 amid the endless plains and captivating landscapes of Serengeti National Park
• 03 Enjoy an early morning game drive in the Serengeti before heading to the Ngorongoro Crater Rim
• 04 Descend into the world-famous Ngorongoro Crater for a full-day tour of its unique ecosystem

Embark on an exhilarating 4-day safari adventure through the breathtaking wilderness of Tanzania. Explore Lake Manyara National Park or Tarangire National Park, where majestic wildlife such as giraffes, zebras, and buffalo roam against the stunning backdrop of the Great Rift Wall. Venture into the endless plains and captivating landscapes of Serengeti National Park for unforgettable game drives and the chance to spot Africa's Big 5. Descend into the awe-inspiring Ngorongoro Crater, a natural wonder teeming with life, and experience the serene beauty of Tanzania's most renowned national parks.

See buffalo, giraffe, zebra, and many more species, all set against the stunning backdrop of the Great Rift Wall.

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 Yes

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

Languages English, French

Day by day

The itinerary

1

Day 01

Moshi to Lake Manyara or Tarangire Game Drive

• After breakfast, around 08:30 AM, proceed to Lake Manyara National Park or Tarangire National Park for a full-day game drive with picnic lunch in the park.
• See buffalo, giraffe, zebra, and many more species, all set against the stunning backdrop of the Great Rift Wall.

2

Day 02

Serengeti Plains and Evening Game Drive

• After breakfast, set out for the endless open plains and stunning skies of Serengeti National Park.
• Enjoy a scenic four-hour drive, a full-day game drive with picnic lunch, together with a late evening game drive.

3

Day 03

Morning Serengeti Safari to Ngorongoro Rim

• Enjoy an early morning game drive, and then after a relaxing morning and an early lunch, proceed to Ngorongoro, where the night will be spent on the Ngorongoro Crater Rim.

4

Day 04

Ngorongoro Crater Tour and Return

• After an early breakfast, proceed directly to the Ngorongoro Crater floor for a full-day crater tour with picnic lunch.
• Later, proceed back to Moshi in the evening.

The route

Where you'll travel

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

• Comfortable 4x4 vehicle customized for game viewing, with unlimited mileage
• Professional chef providing 3 meals a day
• English-speaking guide
• Camping facilities (tents, tables, chairs, mattresses, sleeping bags, cutlery, etc.)
• Park fees, crater fees, and conservation fees
• Game viewing activities as stated in the above tour/safari description
• Bottled water
• Taxes

What's Not Included

• Airport transfers (can be arranged)
• Accommodation before and after the safari (can be arranged)
• Tips (recommended $10-$15 per person per day for the guide, $5-$10 per walk for the armed ranger on the walking safari, and $5-$10 per person per day for the chef)
• Travel insurance
• All items of a personal nature
• Beverages and laundry, except where shown

What to bring

• Make sure to pack sunscreen, insect repellent, hats, and sunglasses to protect yourself from the sun.
• You may also want to bring a camera to capture your memories.

Know before you go

• As the sun sets, imagine pitching your tent in the vast African bush, surrounded by a blanket of starry skies and the sounds of wild animals.
• This is a short 4-day Tanzania camping tour, perfect for the budget traveller. On this 4-day Tanzania budget camping safari, you will visit Tarangire National Park or Lake Manyara National Park, Serengeti National Park, and the Ngorongoro Crater.

  • Explore with a professional to optimize your chances of spotting wild animals.

  • Enjoy the personalized service of a private tour.

  • See many animals and birds beyond what you ever thought possible.

  • Spot the big cats and Tanzania's Big 5.

  • Apart from animals, you will also see different species of birds like flamingoes, ostriches, hornbills, secretary birds, pelicans, and more.

  • Pickup and stay for you are arranged on the day of arrival to ensure you can enjoy the safari to the maximum.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point

The Secret Garden Hotel, 393455, Kiborlon, Moshi Urban, Tanzania

Tour start

Serengeti, Tanzania

Tour ends at the same location as the start point.