4-Day Camping Safari Manyara , Serengeti & Ngorongoro

• You'll be collected from the airport.
• Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Arusha - Lake Manyara National Park

After breakfast, you’ll depart Arusha and drive to Lake Manyara National Park, arriving in about two hours. Set at the base of the Great Rift Valley, the park is a lush and scenic gem known for its varied landscapes and rich wildlife.

One of Manyara’s most unique attractions is its tree-climbing lions. These rare lions are often spotted lounging in acacia trees a behavior seen in few places across Africa. Catching a glimpse of them resting above ground is a truly special experience.

As you explore the park, look out for elephants, zebras, giraffes, and even cheetahs. Birdlife is abundant too, with flamingos and storks dotting the lake’s edge. After a relaxed picnic lunch, enjoy an afternoon game drive before heading to Migombani Campsite for dinner and an overnight stay under the stars.

Main Destination:

Lake Manyara National Park

Best Time To Visit June to October (Easier to spot animals)

High Season July to March (The northern section gets crowded)

Best Weather June to October (Little rainfall)

Wildlife in Lake Manyara NP

ElephantCommon

GiraffeCommon

BuffaloCommon

ZebraCommon

WildebeestCommon

HippoCommon

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LionOccasional

HyenaOccasional

LeopardRare

Wild DogVery Rare

White RhinoNone

Black RhinoNone

CheetahNone

Accommodation:

Budget camping

• Just outside Lake Manyara NP

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Lake Manyara - Serengeti National Park

After breakfast, you’ll set off for the legendary Serengeti National Park. Your journey takes you through the scenic Ngorongoro Conservation Area, where you’ll enjoy sweeping views of the iconic Ngorongoro Crater from a viewpoint along the way an unforgettable sight.

As you drive across the vast southern plains, keep an eye out for wildlife. These open grasslands often host large herds of wildebeest, zebras, antelope, and sometimes even predators like lions and cheetahs. It’s not uncommon to enjoy game viewing before you even reach the Serengeti gate.

You’ll stop along the way for a picnic lunch surrounded by the beauty of the African bush, then continue deeper into the Serengeti’s heart. As the golden light of late afternoon settles over the plains, you’ll arrive at Nyani Campsite, where dinner and a night under the stars await in the middle of the wild.

Main Destination:

Serengeti National Park

Best Time To Visit January to February and June to October (Different areas are best at different times)

High Season July to March (The Seronera area is crowded)

Best Weather June to October (Little to no rainfall)

Wildlife in Serengeti NP

ElephantCommon

LionCommon

CheetahCommon

BuffaloAbundant

ZebraAbundant

WildebeestAbundant

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GiraffeCommon

HippoCommon

HyenaCommon

LeopardOccasional

Black RhinoVery Rare

Wild DogVery Rare

White RhinoNone

Accommodation:

Budget camping

• Inside Serengeti NP

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Serengeti - Ngorongoro Higlands

Following breakfast, you’ll set out with a packed lunch for an early morning game drive in the Serengeti, exploring the park from around 08:00 to 14:30. This is your chance to fully experience what makes the Serengeti so legendary vast open plains, dramatic skies, and an incredible variety of wildlife. Keep your eyes peeled for lions, elephants, giraffes, leopards, and perhaps even a cheetah in action. The morning hours offer the best light and activity, making it perfect for photography and unforgettable sightings.

After enjoying your lunch in the heart of the bush, you’ll begin the journey toward the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Along the way, you'll enjoy more wildlife viewing as you drive through changing landscapes and habitats. By evening, you’ll arrive at Simba Campsite, perched near the crater rim, where you’ll enjoy a hearty dinner and settle in for the night surrounded by the sounds of nature.

Main Destination:

Ngorongoro Highlands

Accommodation:

Budget camping

• Inside Ngorongoro Highlands

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Ngorongoro Crater - Arusha

After an early breakfast, you’ll descend 600 meters into the Ngorongoro Crater, one of the world’s most iconic natural wonders, to witness the incredible wildlife that thrives here. The crater, often called a “Garden of Eden,” is a vital sanctuary for a wide variety of animals. Expect to see large elephant bulls roaming the lush landscape and the rare black rhinos in the wild. The crater also hosts massive herds of wildebeest and zebras, alongside gazelles, hippos, buffaloes, lions, hyenas, serval cats, and jackals. Over 400 bird species make the crater their home, adding to the area’s vibrant ecosystem.

Around lunchtime, you’ll enjoy a delicious meal at the crater’s base before you’re transferred back to Arusha. Depending on your schedule, you may head directly to the airport or continue to town.

Main Destination:

Ngorongoro Crater

Best Time To Visit June to October (Wildlife viewing is best)

High Season Most of the year – July to March (Expect crowds)

Best Weather June to October (Rainfall is little to none)

Wildlife in Ngorongoro Crater

Black RhinoCommon

LionCommon

BuffaloAbundant

ZebraAbundant

WildebeestAbundant

HyenaAbundant

Show more

ElephantCommon

HippoCommon

LeopardOccasional

GiraffeNone

White RhinoNone

CheetahNone

Wild DogNone

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

• Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
• You'll be dropped off at the airport.