Camping · Group joining
6 Days Tanzania Adventure Camping Safari
- Tarangire
- Lake Manyara
- Serengeti
- Ngorongoro Crater
From $1,522 per person, group of 7
7-day camping safari
7 Days Tanzania Group Joining Adventure Camping Safari
Tarangire, Lake Manyara, Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater
Safari overview
Experience the beauty of northern Tanzania on this 7 Days Tanzania Adventure Camping Safari, a journey through some of the country’s most famous wildlife destinations. This safari is perfect for travellers who want more time in the Serengeti, authentic camping in nature, and excellent wildlife viewing at an affordable price.
Your adventure begins in Tarangire National Park, a park known for its giant baobab trees, large elephant herds, and peaceful wilderness. You will then continue to Lake Manyara National Park, famous for its tree-climbing lions, flamingos, lush forest, and rich birdlife.
From there, travel to the world-famous Serengeti National Park, where you will spend three nights and enjoy two full days of game drives in one of Africa’s greatest wildlife areas. The Serengeti is known for its endless plains, big cats, huge herds of wildebeest and zebras, and the spectacular Great Wildebeest Migration during the right season.
Your safari ends at the breathtaking Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the best places in Africa to see the Big Five, including the rare black rhino.
Throughout the safari, you will enjoy exciting game drives, overnight stays at scenic campsites, and the unforgettable feeling of sleeping under the African sky.
This package is ideal for travellers looking for a budget Tanzania safari, camping safari in Tanzania, or a 7-day Serengeti and Ngorongoro safari from Arusha.
Day-by-day itinerary
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Day 1 Arusha to Tarangire National Park
After breakfast, your Lumara Expedition safari guide will welcome you and begin the journey from Arusha to Tarangire National Park.
Tarangire is one of Tanzania’s most rewarding parks, especially for travellers who love elephants, beautiful landscapes, and iconic baobab trees. The park is also home to giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, lions, leopards, and many bird species.
Enjoy a full-day game drive through the park and stop for a picnic lunch surrounded by nature. In the afternoon, continue exploring before heading to Twiga Campsite for dinner and overnight stay.
- Stay
- Twiga Campsite
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
- Distance
- 130 km
- Game viewing time
- 6–7 hours
- Transport
- 4×4 custom safari vehicle with pop-up roof
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Day 2 Tarangire National Park to Lake Manyara National Park
After breakfast, drive to Lake Manyara National Park, located below the Great Rift Valley escarpment.
Lake Manyara is known for its green scenery, groundwater forest, lake views, and rich birdlife. The park is also famous for its tree-climbing lions, baboons, elephants, hippos, and flamingos.
Enjoy a full-day game drive across the park’s different habitats, from forest to open plains and lakeshore. Stop for lunch during the day and continue exploring in the afternoon.
In the evening, return to Twiga Campsite for dinner and overnight stay.
- Stay
- Twiga Campsite
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
- Distance
- 85 km
- Game viewing time
- 6–7 hours
- Transport
- 4×4 custom safari vehicle with pop-up roof
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Day 3 Lake Manyara National Park to Serengeti National Park
After breakfast, depart for Serengeti National Park, one of the most famous wildlife destinations in Africa.
Drive through the scenic Ngorongoro Conservation Area and enjoy beautiful views of the highlands on the way. As you continue into the Serengeti, the landscape opens into wide plains filled with wildlife.
After lunch, begin your first game drive in the Serengeti. Look out for lions, elephants, giraffes, buffalo, zebras, wildebeest, antelopes, and many more animals.
In the evening, arrive at Serengeti Campsite for dinner and overnight stay.
- Stay
- Serengeti Campsite
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
- Distance
- 243 km
- Game viewing time
- 6–7 hours
- Transport
- 4×4 custom safari vehicle with pop-up roof
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Day 4 Full Day in Serengeti National Park
Spend the whole day exploring the vast plains of Serengeti National Park.
Start with an early morning game drive, the best time to see predators such as lions, leopards, and cheetahs. Continue exploring different parts of the park and enjoy the beauty of the Serengeti landscape.
The park is home to a wide variety of wildlife including elephants, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, hyenas, jackals, and many bird species. If you travel during the right season, you may also witness the Great Wildebeest Migration.
Enjoy lunch in the bush and continue with afternoon game viewing before returning to Serengeti Campsite for dinner and overnight stay.
- Stay
- Serengeti Campsite
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
- Game viewing time
- 6–7 hours
- Transport
- 4×4 custom safari vehicle with pop-up roof
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Day 5 Full Day in Serengeti National Park
Enjoy another full day in Serengeti National Park, giving you more time to explore this famous wildlife area.
Today offers another chance to follow wildlife movements and visit different sections of the park depending on animal activity and season. Your guide will help you maximise the day by searching for the best wildlife sightings.
You may see lions resting in the grass, cheetahs scanning the plains, elephants crossing the savannah, or large herds of wildebeest and zebras moving across the landscape.
After a full day of safari, return to Serengeti Campsite for dinner and another memorable night under the stars.
- Stay
- Serengeti Campsite
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
- Game viewing time
- 6–7 hours
- Transport
- 4×4 custom safari vehicle with pop-up roof
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Day 6 Serengeti National Park to Ngorongoro Conservation Area
After breakfast, enjoy a final morning game drive in Serengeti National Park.
This is a great time to enjoy more wildlife sightings before leaving the Serengeti. After lunch, continue your journey towards the Ngorongoro Conservation Area.
Along the way, enjoy scenic landscapes and possible wildlife encounters before arriving at Ngorongoro Campsite near the crater rim in the evening.
Dinner will be served at the campsite, where you can relax and prepare for the final safari day.
- Stay
- Ngorongoro Campsite
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
- Distance
- 135 km
- Game viewing time
- 6–7 hours
- Transport
- 4×4 custom safari vehicle with pop-up roof
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Day 7 Ngorongoro Crater Tour and Return to Arusha
Wake up early and enjoy breakfast before descending into the spectacular Ngorongoro Crater.
The crater is one of the best places in Africa to see the Big Five in a single day. You may see lions, elephants, buffalo, leopards, black rhinos, hippos, hyenas, zebras, wildebeest, gazelles, and many bird species.
Enjoy a picnic lunch on the crater floor while surrounded by one of Tanzania’s most beautiful natural settings.
After your game drive, ascend the crater and return to Arusha in the afternoon with unforgettable safari memories.
- Meals
- Breakfast & Lunch
- Distance
- 185 km
- Game viewing time
- 5–6 hours
- Transport
- 4×4 custom safari vehicle with pop-up roof
What's included
- Park fees for Tarangire National Park, Lake Manyara National Park, Serengeti National Park, and Ngorongoro Crater
- Professional English-speaking safari guide
- Private 4x4 custom safari vehicle with pop-up roof
- Camping accommodation as per itinerary
- Camping equipment including tent, mattress, and sleeping bag
- All meals as mentioned in the itinerary
- Drinking water during the safari
- Government taxes and levies
Not included
- International and domestic flights
- Tanzania visa
- Travel insurance
- Tips for guide and camp staff
- Personal expenses such as drinks, souvenirs, and laundry
- Optional activities not mentioned in the itinerary
Scenes from this journey
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