Tanzania · Safari

5-Day Camping Safari in Serengeti and Ngorongoro with Lake Eyasi

5 Days Round trip from Arusha Moderate pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Journey through Lake Manyara, Serengeti National Park, and Ngorongoro Crater
  • 02 Learn hunting with local bushmen at Lake Eyasi
  • 03 Interact with the inhabitants of a Masai village
  • 04 Spot the Big Five and the rare black rhino
  • 05 Enjoy overnight camping in Tanzania's iconic wilderness

Set out on an adventurous 5-day camping safari through Lake Manyara National Park, Lake Eyasi, Serengeti National Park, and Ngorongoro Crater. Experience a cultural tour at Lake Eyasi with local bushmen, interact with the inhabitants of a Masai village, and spot a wide range of wildlife, including the Big Five and the rare black rhino. Along the way, enjoy delectable meals and overnight camping in the heart of Tanzania's iconic landscapes.

Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater floor for a wonderful game drive and spot herds of African elephants, zebras, buffaloes, warthogs, hippos, and the rare black rhino in their natural habitat.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 5 Days
Tour type Private
Activity level Moderate
Accommodation Included · Budget
Transport Included
Wheelchair access Not applicable
Cities Arusha, Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Lake Manyara, Lake Eyasi
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Arusha to Lake Manyara and Lake Eyasi

  • Pick up from Arusha after breakfast and head to Lake Manyara National Park.
  • Encounter unique animals such as tree-climbing lions, flamingos, baboons, zebras, elephants, giraffes, and more.
  • Depart for Lake Eyasi in the afternoon and indulge in a cultural encounter with the Datoga tribe.
  • Walk along the lakeshore during sunset, then drive back to the campsite for dinner and overnight camping at Bushman Campsite.

All meals included - Breakfast, Lunch, & Dinner.

2
Day 02

Lake Eyasi to Serengeti via Ngorongoro

  • Embark on an early morning hunt with bows & arrows with the Hadzabe bushmen, including tuition in survival skills.
  • Return to the campsite for a full breakfast before heading to the vast Serengeti plains via the Ngorongoro Conservation Area.
  • Drive along the farmland of Karatu up to the Ngorongoro gate and briefly stop at the Crater viewpoint for some snapshots.
  • Interact with the inhabitants of a Masai village and learn about their culture and traditions.
  • Stop for a picnic lunch at Naabi Hills Gate or Kopjes and continue towards the Central Serengeti area called Seronera.
  • Drive to the Seronera River during the afternoon game drive and spot big cats or the wildebeest migration, depending on the season.
  • Return to Seronera Public Campsite in Central Serengeti after sunset and unwind.

All meals included - Breakfast, Lunch, & Dinner.

3
Day 03

Full-Day Serengeti Game Drive

  • Set out on an early morning game drive with a packed breakfast and lunch.
  • Spot cat families and other nocturnal predators along the way.
  • Take a breakfast break in the bush and then head towards the wildebeest migration.
  • Encounter predators like lions, cheetahs, and hyenas, as well as herds of buffaloes, elephants, giraffes, and more.
  • Drive back to the campsite for dinner and an overnight stay.

All meals included - Breakfast, Lunch, & Dinner.

4
Day 04

Serengeti to Ngorongoro Crater Rim

  • Spend your last day in Serengeti with an early morning game drive.
  • Travel to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area after lunch.
  • Witness a beautiful sunset at the crater rim of Ngorongoro.
  • Return to Ngorongoro Simba Public Campsite for an overnight stay.

All meals included - Breakfast, Lunch, & Dinner.

5
Day 05

Ngorongoro Crater to Arusha

  • Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater floor for a wonderful game drive and spot herds of African elephants, zebras, buffaloes, warthogs, hippos, and the rare black rhino in their natural habitat.
  • Enjoy a picnic lunch on the crater floor and expect to catch a glimpse of elusive predators like lions, cheetahs, and leopards.
  • Visit Lake Magadi, a salt lake, and witness flocks of flamingos and other aquatic birds.
  • Drive back to Arusha in the late afternoon.

Breakfast & Lunch included.

Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Crater Rim, Lake Eyasi lakeshore

Where this trip takes you

Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Crater Rim, Lake Eyasi lakeshore

The route

Where you'll travel

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

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • All transportation
  • 1 night accommodation at Planet Lodge in Arusha on H/B
  • 5-day private Tanzania camping safari for 1 to 5 people
  • Transport and game drives in a modified 4WD safari Land Cruiser with a photographic roof and a window seat for everybody
  • Services of a professional, English-speaking safari driver, local guide, and chef
  • All meals - breakfast, lunch, and dinner - as per the itinerary
  • 1.5 litres of mineral water per person per day during game drives
  • 4 overnight stays in good canvas tents during the safari
  • All camping gear: tents, mattresses, pillows, chairs, and table
  • All park fees, entry fees, and camping fees as per the itinerary
  • Government value added tax (VAT)

What's Not Included

  • Drinks and beverages
  • Visa fees
  • Tips/gratuities for the safari driver-guide and chef (please tip separately)
  • All items of a personal nature
  • Travel insurance, if applicable
  • All flights

What to bring

  • Please come with your own sleeping bag.

Know before you go

  • Accommodation in Arusha on the last day can be arranged upon request.

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 5 days finish where they began, in Arusha.

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