Tanzania · Camping Safari

4-Day Camping Safari in Tarangire, Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater

4 Days Round trip from Arusha Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Spot Big Five mammals in Tarangire, home to elephants and baobab trees
02 Explore Serengeti's endless plains in search of elephants, giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, cheetahs, hyenas, hippos, and gazelles
03 Descend into Ngorongoro Crater for a chance to see the Big Five, including rhino
04 Enjoy a morning bush breakfast at Nyani campsite during your Serengeti stay
05 Have lunch at scenic picnic spots including Matete and the Ngorongoro hippo pool

Embark on a 4-day camping safari through Tarangire's elephant haven, Serengeti's endless plains, and Ngorongoro Crater's wildlife paradise. Witness Big Five mammals, experience bush breakfasts, and bask in breathtaking landscapes across three of Tanzania's most iconic wildlife destinations.

Embark on a 4-day camping safari through Tarangire's elephant haven, Serengeti's endless plains, and Ngorongoro Crater's wildlife paradise.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 4 Days

Tour type Shared

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Included · Standard

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Yes

Cities Arusha, Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Tarangire National Park

Languages Dutch, English, French, German, Italian

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Tarangire Game Drive and Overnight in Mto wa Mbu

Wake up early for breakfast and pick up your lunch boxes.
Drive to Tarangire, the home of elephants and baobab trees.
Upon arrival at the gate, your guide will sign the entry documents while you have a short time for calls and a briefing about the park.
Begin your game drive in search of the Big 5 mammals and other animals.
Have lunch at Matete picnic site, where you can enjoy a river view and observe animals while eating.
Continue with an afternoon game drive, then head to Mto wa Mbu for relaxation, a hot shower, dinner, and an overnight stay.

Day 02

Drive Through Ngorongoro Highlands to Serengeti

After breakfast, pick up your lunch boxes and drive to Serengeti National Park.
Pass through the Ngorongoro Highlands and stop at the viewpoint for a short break.
Continue to Serengeti and have lunch at Nabi Gate before proceeding with the safari to the heart of the park.
Explore the endless plains and search for Serengeti animals such as elephants, giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, cheetahs, hyenas, hippos, and gazelles.
Drive to Nyani campsite for dinner and an overnight stay.

Day 03

Morning Serengeti Safari and Transfer to Simba Campsite

After your morning bush breakfast at Nyani campsite, start a morning game drive to refresh your Serengeti experience.
Look for late hunters such as lions or hyenas, then drive to Nabi Gate for lunch.
Continue through the endless plains and head to Simba campsite for relaxation, sundown, a shower, dinner, and an overnight stay.

Day 04

Ngorongoro Crater Safari and Return to Arusha

After breakfast at Simba campsite, drive to Ngorongoro Crater through the highlands.
Stop at the viewpoint for a short briefing about the park.
Descend into the crater to see the Big 5 mammals, including the chance of spotting a rhino.
Enjoy lunch at the hippo pool while listening to their sounds.
Continue with an afternoon game drive, then drive back to Arusha for hotel drop-off.