5-Day Serengeti Ngorongoro Tarangire Private Camping Safari

Price from: $1500 per person sharing

Overview

Budget-Friendly Tanzania Camping

Safari Adventure This 5-day private camping safari offers an affordable yet immersive journey through Tanzania’s renowned Northern Circuit. Accompanied by a professional guide, driver, and chef, you will enjoy a seamless and well-organized experience from start to finish.

First, explore the breathtaking Ngorongoro Crater, where the fertile crater floor supports dense wildlife populations, making sightings easier and more rewarding.

In addition, the stunning scenery of this natural wonder creates a truly unforgettable setting. Then, continue to Tarangire National Park, famous for its large elephant herds and iconic baobab-dotted landscapes, which provide a unique and picturesque safari backdrop.

Moreover, enjoy immersive guided game drives, diverse ecosystems, and close-up wildlife encounters throughout the tour. Overall, with ample time in each park, this camping safari delivers the perfect balance of adventure, relaxation, and authentic Tanzanian wilderness experiences, making it an ideal choice for travelers seeking both value and unforgettable memories.

Safari Highlights

Explore the wildlife-rich Ngorongoro Crater, home to one of Africa’s highest concentrations of animals
Discover Tarangire National Park, famous for large elephant herds and iconic baobab trees
Enjoy private guided game drives with an experienced safari guide
Spot the Big Five and a wide variety of wildlife in their natural habitat
Experience authentic camping under the African sky with freshly prepared meals
Travel in a private 4×4 safari vehicle with a dedicated driver and chef
Capture stunning landscapes, from vast savannahs to dramatic crater views
Benefit from a well-paced itinerary with ample time in each park for deeper exploration

Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival & Cultural Introduction in Arusha

Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport or Arusha Airport, you will be warmly welcomed and transferred to your hotel, such as Tulia Spa & Boutique Hotel. After check-in, you may relax at the hotel or, alternatively, join an optional city tour of Arusha.

During the tour, visit local highlights such as the Maasai Market, the Cultural Heritage Centre, and the Arusha National Natural History Museum. In addition, these experiences offer a great introduction to Tanzania’s culture and daily life.

In the evening, your guide will provide a detailed safari briefing. Finally, you will receive important information about the itinerary, wildlife expectations, and travel tips to ensure a smooth and enjoyable safari experience.

Meals: Bed and Breakfast

Accommodation: Tulia Boutique Hotel

Day 2: Arusha to Tarangire National Park Safari Adventure

Tarangire National Park Game Drive Experience

After breakfast, you will depart your hotel at around 8:00 am and drive for approximately two hours through the scenic landscapes of northern Tanzania toward Tarangire National Park. Upon arrival, begin your full-day game drive in one of the country’s most iconic wildlife destinations.

First, explore the vast savannahs and baobab-studded scenery, where large herds of elephants roam alongside giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, and many bird species. In addition, watch for predators such as lions, leopards, and cheetahs moving across the open plains.

Later, enjoy a picnic lunch near the Tarangire River, where wildlife often gathers to drink. Meanwhile, observe monkeys and baboons along the riverbanks, adding to the vibrant safari atmosphere. Finally, continue with an afternoon game drive before heading to your lodge, such as Ngedere Lodges and Camps, for dinner and an overnight stay.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Accommodation: Ngedere Camps and lodge

Day 3: Mto wa Mbu to Serengeti National Park

Journey to Serengeti National Park & Evening Game Drive

After an early breakfast at around 8:30 am, you will depart from Mto wa Mbu and travel toward the world-famous Serengeti National Park, passing through the scenic Ngorongoro Conservation Area along the way.

Firstly, you may choose an optional visit to a traditional Maasai village. Here, you will learn about their rich cultural heritage, warrior traditions, and community lifestyle. As a result, you gain deeper insight into one of Tanzania’s most iconic indigenous cultures.

Thereafter, continue your journey into the Serengeti and arrive in the late afternoon for a game drive in the Seronera area, the heart of the central plains. In addition, you may spot lions, cheetahs, elephants, giraffes, and zebras moving freely across the savannah.

Finally, enjoy a stunning Serengeti sunset as wildlife moves across the golden plains. Afterward, proceed to Seronera Campsite for dinner and an overnight stay under the African sky.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Accommodation: Public Budget Camping

Day 4: Serengeti National Park to Ngorongoro Crater

Morning Game Drive in Serengeti & Transfer to Ngorongoro Rim

Begin the day with an early breakfast at around 6:30 am, followed by a rewarding morning game drive across the vast plains of Serengeti National Park. First, enjoy incredible wildlife sightings as lions and cheetahs move through the grasslands, while large herds of zebras, wildebeests, and other herbivores graze freely in their natural habitat.

Afterward, return for lunch, pack up, and depart the Serengeti as you continue your journey toward the rim of the iconic Ngorongoro Crater. In addition, enjoy scenic views and occasional wildlife sightings along the way as the landscape shifts into highlands.

Finally, arrive at Simba Campsite, where you will settle in and relax. As a result, you can enjoy a peaceful evening surrounded by cool highland air and stunning views over the Ngorongoro area.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Accommodation: Ngorongoro Simba Campsite

Day 5: Ngorongoro Crater and Return to Arusha

Ngorongoro Crater Game Drive & Return to Arusha

After an early breakfast, you will descend at around 6:15 am into the breathtaking Ngorongoro Crater for an unforgettable morning game drive. Firstly, explore the crater floor, a unique wildlife haven that hosts the Big Five lions, elephants, buffaloes, leopards, and the rare black rhino alongside zebras, hippos, wildebeests, and numerous bird species.

In addition, keep a special lookout for black rhinos, as they are among the most elusive animals in the crater, making any sighting a remarkable highlight.

Afterward, enjoy a scenic picnic lunch inside the crater, surrounded by spectacular landscapes and active wildlife. Finally, begin your ascent back to the crater rim and drive to Arusha, marking the end of your unforgettable safari adventure through Tanzania’s Northern Circuit.

Meals: Breakfast & Lunch

Accommodation: N/A – End of tour