5 Days Tanzania Camping Safari

Day 1: Arusha – Tarangire National Park

Your journey begins with an early morning pickup from Arusha and a scenic drive to Tarangire National Park, a hidden gem known for its towering baobab trees and large elephant herds. The Tarangire River serves as the park’s lifeline, attracting wildlife year-round.

Enjoy a full-day game drive as you explore vast grasslands where lions, leopards, zebras, wildebeests, giraffes, and antelopes roam freely. Picnic lunch will be served in one of the shaded areas within the park. In the evening, drive to your campsite near Lake Manyara or Karatu for dinner and overnight, surrounded by the peaceful sounds of the African bush.

Activities : Adventure , Camping , Bird Watching , Jeep Safari , Game Drives

Accommodation : Tarangire [ 4 Star ]

After breakfast, depart for Lake Manyara National Park, a small but scenic park famous for its tree-climbing lions and diverse birdlife. Explore the groundwater forest, open plains, and the alkaline lake shimmering with thousands of flamingos.

Later, continue your journey across the Ngorongoro highlands to the world-renowned Serengeti National Park. Along the way, you’ll pass traditional Maasai villages and experience incredible panoramic views. Enter Serengeti by late afternoon and enjoy a game drive en route to your campsite. As night falls, settle into your tent for a magical evening under the stars.

Activities : Adventure , Camping , Jeep Safari , Game Drives , Sightseeing

Accommodation : Serengeti [ 4 Star ]

Rise early for a sunrise game drive—the best time to witness predators in action. The vast plains of Serengeti come alive with movement: lions preparing to hunt, hyenas scavenging, and herds of wildebeests grazing peacefully.

After breakfast, continue exploring deeper into the park, following your guide through the hidden valleys and kopjes where big cats often rest. Depending on the season, you might witness the spectacle of the Great Migration, as millions of wildebeests and zebras move in search of greener pastures.

Enjoy a packed picnic lunch in the heart of the park, surrounded by breathtaking scenery and wildlife activity. Return to camp in the evening for dinner and a relaxing night listening to the distant roars of lions.

Activities : Adventure , Camping , Jeep Safari , Game Drives , Sightseeing

Accommodation : Serengeti [ 4 Star ]

Start the day with one last morning game drive in Serengeti, taking in the sunrise as the landscape glows golden. After brunch at camp, begin your drive toward the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. En route, you can stop at a Maasai village for an optional cultural visit to learn about their traditions and lifestyle.

Arrive at the campsite located along the crater rim in the late afternoon. From here, you’ll enjoy sweeping views of Ngorongoro Crater below. As you prepare for your final safari day, relax with dinner and soak in the cool highland air, often accompanied by the sounds of wildlife echoing from the crater floor.

Activities : Adventure , Camping , Jeep Safari , Game Drives , Sightseeing

Accommodation : Ngorongoro [ 4 Star ]

After an early breakfast, descend 600 meters into the spectacular Ngorongoro Crater—a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the best wildlife havens in Africa. The crater is home to an incredible variety of animals, including the Big Five: lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo, and black rhino.

The crater floor also features lakes, forests, and open grasslands supporting flamingos, hippos, gazelles, and wildebeests. Your guide will take you through the best wildlife routes, ensuring close-up views and unforgettable photography moments. Enjoy a picnic lunch at the hippo pool before starting your ascent out of the crater.

After your final game drive, head back to Arusha, arriving in the late afternoon. This marks the end of your 5 Days Tanzania Camping Safari, filled with incredible memories of Africa’s untamed beauty.

Activities : Adventure , Road Trip , Jeep Safari , Game Drives , Sightseeing

Accommodation : Planet Lodge Arusha [ 4 Star ]