5-Day Affordable Tanzania Safari Itinerary
Experience Tanzania’s best wildlife destinations without breaking the bank with this 5-Day Affordable Tanzania Safari Itinerary. Covering Tarangire, Lake Manyara, Serengeti, and Ngorongoro Crater, this budget-friendly safari combines thrilling game drives, beautiful landscapes, and comfortable camping under the African sky.
Day 1: Arrival in Arusha
Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport or Arusha city, where your safari guide will meet you. Depending on your arrival time, take a short city tour or relax at your lodge/campsite. Dinner and overnight stay in Arusha.
Day 2: Arusha to Tarangire National Park
After breakfast, drive to Tarangire National Park, famous for its large elephant herds, baobab trees, and diverse wildlife. Enjoy a game drive spotting lions, giraffes, zebras, and wildebeest along the Tarangire River.
Set up camp inside or near the park for dinner and overnight stay under the stars.
Day 3: Tarangire to Lake Manyara National Park
Depart for Lake Manyara National Park, renowned for tree-climbing lions, flamingos, and hippos. Spend the day exploring the park’s forests, lakeshore, and open savannah, enjoying multiple game drive opportunities.
Continue to a campsite near Ngorongoro Conservation Area or Mto wa Mbu for dinner and overnight stay.
Day 4: Serengeti National Park Safari
Travel through the scenic Ngorongoro Highlands into Serengeti National Park. Stop for photo opportunities or optional cultural visits along the way.
Arrive in Serengeti by afternoon for a game drive across the endless plains. Set up camp in central Serengeti for dinner and overnight.
Day 5: Ngorongoro Crater Safari – Return to Arusha
Drive to Ngorongoro Crater for a full-day safari. Descend into the crater floor and spot elephants, buffalo, hippos, lions, and possibly the rare black rhino. Enjoy a picnic lunch before ascending to the rim.
Return to Arusha in the afternoon, concluding your 5-Day Affordable Tanzania Safari Itinerary.
Safari Includes
- Transport in a 4×4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof
- Professional English-speaking driver/guide
- All park entrance fees for Tarangire, Manyara, Serengeti, and Ngorongoro
- Camping accommodation and camping equipment
- All meals during the safari (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
- Bottled drinking water during game drives
- Government taxes and levies
Safari Excludes
- International and domestic flights
- Visa fees and travel insurance
- Tips for driver/guide and camp staff
- Personal expenses (souvenirs, beverages, laundry, etc.)
- Optional activities (cultural tours, Olduvai Gorge visit)
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