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Arrival
Day 1
Arusha to Tarangire National Park
Arusha to Tarangire National Park
Estimated Distance: ~120 km | Driving Time: ~2-2.5 hours
Depart from Arusha in the morning and head south to Tarangire National Park, known for its towering baobab trees, sweeping grasslands, and the largest elephant population in northern Tanzania. Enjoy a full-day game drive in search of lions, leopards, giraffes, buffaloes, and abundant birdlife along the Tarangire River. In the late afternoon, exit the park and continue to Mto wa Mbu, a bustling village near Lake Manyara, where you’ll set up camp for the night and enjoy a freshly cooked meal under the stars.
Overnight: Camping at Mto wa Mbu (public campsite).
- Main Destination:
- Tarangire National Park
- Accommodation:
- Budget camping
Wildlife in Tarangire NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 2
Mto wa Mbu To Serengeti National Park Via Ngorongoro Highlands
Mto wa Mbu To Serengeti National Park Via Ngorongoro Highlands
Estimated Distance: ~250 km | Driving Time: ~4–5 hours including scenic stops
After an early breakfast, drive through the lush Ngorongoro Highlands, pausing at crater viewpoints before descending into the endless plains of Serengeti National Park. This world-renowned park offers dramatic scenery and unmatched wildlife concentrations, including big cats and the Great Migration (seasonal). Enjoy an en-route game drive as you journey toward your campsite deep inside the park. Settle in for the night surrounded by the untamed sounds of the wild.
Overnight: Camping inside Serengeti (public campsite).
- Main Destination:
- Serengeti National Park
- Accommodation:
- Budget camping
Wildlife in Serengeti NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 3
Serengeti National Park
Serengeti National Park
Spend a full day exploring the Serengeti’s iconic plains, where golden grasslands stretch to the horizon and predators lurk in the tall grasses. Begin with a sunrise drive to spot early hunters like lions, leopards, and cheetahs. Later, explore the Seronera Valley or other central zones, where resident wildlife includes elephants, hyenas, crocodiles, and countless antelope. Break for a picnic lunch before continuing your adventure, then return to camp for dinner and storytelling around the fire.
Overnight: Camping inside Serengeti (public campsite).
- Main Destination:
- Serengeti National Park
- Accommodation:
- Budget camping
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 4
Serengeti National Park To Ngorongoro Highlands
Serengeti National Park To Ngorongoro Highlands
Estimated Distance: ~160 km | Driving Time: ~3 hours
Start with an early morning game drive as you leave the Serengeti and re-enter the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Continue wildlife viewing along the way and ascend the cool, forested highlands. Arrive at Ngorongoro Simba Campsite, perched on the crater rim, where breathtaking views and chilly highland air await. After a warm dinner, retreat to your tent for a peaceful night surrounded by misty mountain wilderness.
Overnight: Ngorongoro Simba Campsite (public campsite on crater rim).
- Main Destination:
- Serengeti National Park
- Accommodation:
- Budget camping
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 5
Ngorongoro Crater
Ngorongoro Crater
Estimated Distance: ~90 km | Driving Time: ~ 90 minutes
Rise early and descend into the Ngorongoro Crater, the world’s largest intact caldera and a haven for Africa’s densest concentration of wildlife. Explore the crater floor in search of the Big Five, including rare black rhinos, as well as hippos, zebras, hyenas, and flamingos along Lake Magadi. After a picnic lunch, ascend back to the rim and drive to Mto wa Mbu, where you’ll camp one final time amid lush banana groves and local village life.
Overnight: Camping at Mto wa Mbu (public campsite).
- Main Destination:
- Ngorongoro Crater
- Accommodation:
- Budget camping
Wildlife in Ngorongoro Crater
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 6
Lake Manyara National Park and Transfer To Arusha
Lake Manyara National Park and Transfer To Arusha
Estimated Distance: ~130 km | Driving Time: ~2.5–3 hours
Wrap up your safari with a game drive in Lake Manyara National Park, a compact but biodiverse reserve nestled between the Great Rift Valley escarpment and the alkaline lake. Search for elephants, baboons, flamingos, and the park’s famous tree-climbing lions. After your morning adventure, enjoy lunch and begin your return journey to Arusha or receive a transfer to the airport, marking the end of your unforgettable Tanzanian camping safari.
Overnight: Not included (available on request).
- Main Destination:
- Lake Manyara National Park
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation (End of tour)
Wildlife in Lake Manyara NP
- Meals & Drinks:
