Tanzania · Camping Safari

8-Day Tanzania Camping Safari with Serengeti Migration and Ngorongoro

8 Days Round trip from Arusha Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Explore Tarangire National Park, known for its ancient baobab trees and large elephant herds
  • 02 Look out for Lake Manyara's famous tree-climbing lions and vibrant birdlife
  • 03 Follow the Great Wildebeest Migration in the northern Serengeti toward the Mara River
  • 04 Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater to spot black rhinos, lions, elephants, and more

This 8-day Tanzania camping safari takes you through some of the country's most celebrated wildlife destinations, including Tarangire National Park, Lake Manyara National Park, Serengeti National Park, and the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Travel by 4WD custom safari vehicle, enjoy game drives across varied landscapes, and witness Tanzania's spectacular wildlife, including the chance to follow the Great Wildebeest Migration in the northern Serengeti. With camping adventure, park entry fees, meals during the trip, and airport transfers included, this tour offers a well-rounded African safari experience at a reasonable cost.

This 8-day Tanzania camping safari takes you through some of the country's most celebrated wildlife destinations, including Tarangire National Park, Lake Manyara National Park, Serengeti National Park, and the Ngorongoro Conservation Area.

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At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 8 Days
Tour type Shared
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Included · Budget
Transport Included
Wheelchair access Yes
Cities Arusha, Moshi, Mount Kilimanjaro, Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Lake Manyara, Tarangire National Park
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Arrival in Moshi or Arusha

  • You will be picked up at Kilimanjaro International Airport and transferred to your arranged hotel in Moshi or Arusha town.
  • You will meet your guide for a briefing on your Africa safari tour, then spend the rest of the day at your own leisure and relaxation.
2
Day 02

Arusha to Tarangire National Park

  • After breakfast, you will meet an office representative for a briefing about your safari, then take a 2-hour drive to Tarangire National Park. Along the way, you will enjoy scenic views of grassland plains dotted with ancient baobab trees, traditional Maasai houses, and cattle being herded by the nomadic people.
  • You will see what Tarangire National Park is known for - its famous ancient baobab trees, tree-climbing pythons, and one of the largest concentrations of African elephants, as well as lions, leopards, and cheetahs.
  • After a picnic lunch at midday, you will continue with your afternoon game drive before heading to your hotel, lodge, or camp for dinner and an overnight stay.

Distance: 150 km

Game viewing time: 6-7 hours

Transport: 4wd Custom Safari Vehicle

Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

3
Day 03

Tarangire to Lake Manyara National Park

  • After breakfast, you will depart Tarangire and begin the drive to Lake Manyara National Park. The journey takes approximately two hours. Once inside the park, you will discover why it is considered a photographer's playground and one of the best places in the world for game viewing.
  • You can expect to see many of Africa's most well-known animals, with the tree-climbing lions being a particular treat. These proud predators lounge in acacia trees, practically begging to be photographed.
  • Bird-watchers will find Lake Manyara an absolute delight, with a huge variety of birds on display throughout the park. Even a novice can expect to be amazed by large flamingo flocks, circling birds of prey, and the brightly coloured lilac-breasted roller.

Distance: 150 km

Game viewing time: 6-7 hours

Transport: 4wd Custom Safari Vehicle

Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

4
Day 04

Lake Manyara to Serengeti National Park

  • After breakfast, you will drive to Serengeti National Park. This journey takes you through the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, giving you the chance to view the Ngorongoro Crater along the way.
  • The drive takes around six hours, depending on the game sightings en route, as there is sometimes a high concentration of wildlife on the southern plains.
  • If time allows, you may have a chance to stop in the Ndutu area.
  • You will stop for a picnic lunch on the way, then continue with a game drive en route to your camp or lodge, arriving in the evening.

Distance: 243 km

Game viewing time: 6-7 hours

Transport: 4wd Custom Safari Vehicle

Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

5
Day 05

Northern Serengeti Wildebeest Migration Safari

  • Rise early and depart your lodge for a full day of game viewing as you move with the herds across the plains, exploring the Great Wildebeest Migration in the northern Serengeti toward the Mara River.
  • It is an impressive experience to witness these hoofed mammals, followed by predators, migrating in a clockwise circle each year.
  • If you also want to spot the Big Five - lion, elephant, leopard, rhino, and buffalo - all in one park, the Serengeti is the place to be.
  • In the evening, you will be transferred back to your camp or lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.

Distance: 243 km

Game viewing time: 6-7 hours

Transport: 4wd Custom Safari Vehicle

Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

6
Day 06

Serengeti to Ngorongoro Conservation Area

  • After breakfast, you will set out with a packed lunch for an early morning game drive from 08:00 to 14:30 hours.
  • Afterward, you will depart for the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, enjoying a game drive en route and wildlife viewing along the way before arriving for dinner and an overnight stay.

Distance: 135 km

Game viewing time: 6-7 hours

Transport: 4wd Custom Safari Vehicle

Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

7
Day 07

Ngorongoro Crater Safari and Return to Arusha

  • After an early breakfast, you will descend more than 600 meters into the crater for wildlife viewing. At midday, you will have lunch at the base of the crater.
  • Ngorongoro is one of the 8th Wonders of the World and an important refuge for a wide variety of wildlife. Among the most commonly seen animals are big bull elephants and the vulnerable black rhino.
  • The crater is also home to large herds of wildebeest and zebras, Thomson's and Grant's gazelles, hippopotamuses, African cape buffaloes, prides of lions, hyenas, serval cats, golden and black-backed jackals, and close to 400 species of birds.
  • Later, you will be transferred back to Arusha town or directly to the airport.

Distance: 185 km

Game viewing time: 5-6 hours

Transport: 4wd Custom Safari Vehicle

8
Day 08

Departure Day

  • Our packages include departure day services. Enjoy breakfast and morning sightseeing in the city, or join us for more safaris.
  • If you are returning home, our driver will bring you to Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) to catch your flight.
Tarangire National Park baobabs, Lake Manyara National Park tree-climbing lions, Serengeti National Park migration plains, Ngorongoro Crater wildlife caldera

Where this trip takes you

Tarangire National Park baobabs, Lake Manyara National Park tree-climbing lions, Serengeti National Park migration plains, Ngorongoro Crater wildlife caldera

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Arusha 7 cities · 8 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Transport in a modified 4WD Land Cruiser or Land Rover with a photographic roof
  • Services of a professional guide and chef
  • All wildlife reserve entry fees
  • All camping gear (please bring your own sleeping bag)
  • 3 meals a day during the trip
  • All game drives as mentioned
  • Airport transfer and drop-off
  • All taxes and VAT
  • Drinking water while on safari (2 litres per person per day)
  • Concession and camping fees

What's Not Included

  • International airfare and flights
  • Personal items (souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
  • Gratuities for the safari guide and camp staff
  • Travel insurance
  • Alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks and beverages at the camp
  • Government-imposed increases in taxes or park fees

What to bring

  • Passport, itinerary, travel insurance documents, and e-tickets
  • Prescription medications
  • Prescription glasses, sunglasses, hat, and sunblock
  • Camera, video equipment, and binoculars
  • Clothes and toiletries
  • Phone, music, tablet, or laptop
  • Preventative pharmaceuticals
  • Odds and ends

Know before you go

  • On some tours, you'll need to bring your sleeping bag, pillow, and towel, but these can also be provided on others. If you need to bring some camping gear, ask about recommended ratings, such as the warmth rating on sleeping bags, as it can get chilly in Africa, and whether there is an option to rent gear once you arrive.

Logistics

Meeting & route

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

Your 8 days finish where they began, in Arusha.

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Estimated room rates

Single Room $1,704.00 — $3,324.00
Double Sharing $1,704.00 — $2,124.00

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