Tanzania · Camping Safari

4-Day Camping Safari in Tanzania with Serengeti and Ngorongoro

4 Days Round trip from Kilimanjaro Airport Rd Moderate pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Experience thrilling game drives with opportunities to see Africa's Big Five: lion, elephant, leopard, rhino, and buffalo
  • 02 Visit Lake Manyara, a birding paradise known for its flamingos, pelicans, and tree-climbing lions
  • 03 Discover the Serengeti, home to the great wildebeest migration and a rich variety of wildlife and landscapes
  • 04 Enjoy a full-day game drive on the floor of the Ngorongoro Crater, home to endangered black rhinos and abundant wildlife
  • 05 Witness breathtaking scenery from crater rims, open savannahs, and forested hills
  • 06 Capture incredible photography moments of animals, landscapes, and unique African sunsets

Experience a 4-day Tanzania camping safari through some of the country's most renowned and wildlife-rich destinations, including Lake Manyara National Park, Serengeti National Park, and the Ngorongoro Crater. This adventure offers incredible opportunities to witness Africa's Big Five, explore diverse landscapes ranging from lush forests to endless plains, and observe the famous wildebeest migration depending on the season. Enjoy guided game drives, scenic views, and authentic camping experiences that bring you closer to nature.

With some luck, spot the rare tree-climbing lions that inhabit this park.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 4 Days
Tour type Private
Activity level Moderate
Accommodation Included · Budget
Transport Included
Wheelchair access Yes
Cities Arusha, Moshi, Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Lake Manyara
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Arusha or Moshi to Lake Manyara National Park

  • Depart early in the morning from Arusha or Moshi and drive to Lake Manyara National Park.
  • Enjoy a full day of game viewing and photography in this beautiful park, renowned for its large numbers of flamingos, pelicans, storks, and other bird species, making it a birding paradise.
  • Look out for hippos during a boat ride and observe other animals such as giraffes, gazelles, warthogs, and more.
  • With some luck, spot the rare tree-climbing lions that inhabit this park.

Dinner and overnight at the designated campsite or lodge near Lake Manyara.

Meal Plan: Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast

2
Day 02

Lake Manyara to Serengeti National Park

  • Have an early breakfast before departing for the world-famous Serengeti National Park.
  • Arrive in time for lunch at the campsite or lodge.
  • After lunch, embark on an exciting afternoon game drive within the Serengeti.
  • Explore the endless plains that host Africa's Big Five (elephant, rhino, lion, leopard, and buffalo), as well as countless other species including browsers, predators, reptiles, and a variety of birds.
  • Depending on the season, witness part of the great wildebeest migration along with predators such as lions, cheetahs, jackals, hyenas, and vultures.
  • Return to the campsite or lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.

Meal Plan: Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast

3
Day 03

Serengeti Game Drive to Ngorongoro Crater Rim

  • Begin the day with an early breakfast followed by a morning game drive in Serengeti to capture final glimpses of its wildlife and landscapes.
  • Return to the camp for a hot lunch.
  • After lunch, check out and drive towards Ngorongoro Conservation Area, arriving in the evening.
  • Check in at the camp or lodge and enjoy stunning views over the Ngorongoro Crater.

Dinner and overnight at the campsite or lodge near the crater.

Meal Plan: Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast

4
Day 04

Ngorongoro Crater Tour and Return to Arusha or Moshi

  • Have breakfast at the camp or lodge.
  • Check out with a packed picnic lunch and descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for a six-hour game drive on the crater floor.
  • Experience the breathtaking beauty of the vast caldera, home to Tanzania's only remaining population of black rhinos.
  • Other common sightings include elephants, hippos, gazelles, antelopes, flamingos, and various water birds.
  • In the afternoon, ascend back to the crater rim and drive back to Arusha or Moshi.
  • Connect with your onward flight or next destination.

Meal Plan: Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast

Lake Manyara National Park, Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Crater

Where this trip takes you

Lake Manyara National Park, Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Crater

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Kilimanjaro Airport Rd 5 cities · 4 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Transport in a modified 4WD Land Cruiser or Land Rover with a photographic roof
  • 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 such as souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, and others
  • 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 and/or park fees

What to bring

  • Light, neutral-colored clothing (long-sleeved shirts, lightweight pants, shorts)
  • Fleece or light jacket for cool evenings
  • Comfortable walking shoes
  • Wide-brimmed hat or cap
  • Sunglasses
  • Sleeping bag suitable for camping
  • Headlamp or flashlight with extra batteries
  • Sunscreen
  • Insect repellent
  • Personal first-aid kit
  • Power bank for phone and small electronics
  • Toiletries and personal hygiene items
  • Reusable water bottle
  • Small backpack or daypack for daily use
  • Camera or binoculars (optional but recommended for wildlife viewing)

Know before you go

  • French, Spanish, and German-speaking safari guides are available on request with a supplement of $25 per day, subject to availability.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Hotel
Tour start
Kilimanjaro Airport Rd, Tanzania
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 4 days finish where they began, in Kilimanjaro Airport Rd.

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