7-Day Tanzania Wildlife Safari – Camping Tour
Embark on an unforgettable Tanzania Wildlife Safari that offers unbeatable value and incredible wildlife sightings. This 7-day affordable camping safari takes you to some of the top safari destinations in Tanzania, including Tarangire National Park, Lake Natron, Serengeti National Park, and Ngorongoro Crater. Witness the Great Migration, explore the Great Rift Valley, and discover Africa’s Big Five—all while camping under the stars for a truly immersive safari experience.
Quick Itinerary Overview
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- Day 1: Arusha to Tarangire National Park
- Day 2: Tarangire to Lake Natron
- Day 3: Lake Natron to Serengeti National Park
- Day 4: Full Day in Serengeti (Seronera Region)
- Day 5: Serengeti to Ngorongoro Crater
- Day 6: Ngorongoro Crater to Mto wa Mbu Village
- Day 7: Return to Arusha
Detailed Itinerary
Day 1: Arusha to Tarangire National Park
Your Tanzania Wildlife Safari begins with pickup from Arusha. After a short briefing, you’ll drive to Tarangire National Park, renowned for its dense elephant population and picturesque baobab-dotted landscapes. Enjoy an afternoon game drive, spotting giraffes, zebras, big cats, and more. Overnight camping inside the park.
Meals: Lunch, Dinner
Day 2: Tarangire to Lake Natron
After breakfast, travel off-the-beaten-path along the Great Rift Valley to Lake Natron. Along the way, pass traditional Maasai villages and dramatic volcanic landscapes. At Lake Natron, thousands of flamingoes line the shores. Enjoy a guided walk to a nearby waterfall and camp near the lake.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 3: Lake Natron to Serengeti National Park
Today, your camping Tanzania Wildlife Safari continues into the legendary Serengeti. Drive through rugged escarpments and rolling savannah plains. Enter Serengeti National Park and marvel at vast herds of wildebeest, zebra, and gazelle as they migrate in search of fresh grazing. Camp in the heart of the Serengeti wilderness.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 4: Full Day in Serengeti (Seronera Area)
Spend a full day exploring Serengeti’s central Seronera area, a hotspot for leopard sightings and home to all members of the Big Five. Depending on the season, you may witness the incredible Great Migration in action. Overnight camping in the Seronera region of Serengeti National Park.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 5: Serengeti to Ngorongoro Crater
Enjoy a morning game drive in Serengeti before heading to Ngorongoro Crater. This UNESCO World Heritage Site boasts the highest density of large mammals in Africa. Set up camp on the crater rim and enjoy sweeping sunset views over one of Africa’s most iconic landscapes.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 6: Ngorongoro Crater to Mto wa Mbu
Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for a thrilling 4×4 game drive. Spot Africa’s Big Five, including the rare black rhino, and enjoy a picnic lunch in the crater. After your game drive, travel to Mto wa Mbu village and camp in the scenic crater highlands.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 7: Mto wa Mbu to Arusha
On the final day of your Tanzania Wildlife Safari, enjoy a leisurely breakfast before driving back to Arusha. Pass by Lake Manyara and take in the views of the Great Rift Valley before arriving in Arusha by midday. Transfer to the airport or your hotel for onward travel.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Wildebeest Great Migration – What You Need to Know
The Great Migration is a seasonal wildlife event that varies by time and location. While sightings cannot be guaranteed, your guide will plan the best possible route based on current migration patterns. The wildebeest and other herbivores migrate between Serengeti in Tanzania and Masai Mara in Kenya in a never-ending circular journey.
Contact one of our safari experts to plan your trip around the Great Migration and make the most of your Tanzania Wildlife Safari.
Child Policy
This group camping safari is not suitable for young children due to long travel distances and rugged terrain. Families with younger children can book a private version of this safari.