This 3-day camping safari is the perfect short adventure for travelers who want to experience the best of Tanzania’s wildlife in just a few days. You’ll explore Tarangire National Park, famous for its giant elephant herds and iconic baobab trees, then descend into the world-renowned Ngorongoro Crater,
Explore 3 Days Tanzania Camping Safari
Home to the Big Five and breathtaking scenery. Your journey wraps up at Lake Manyara National Park, a beautiful park known for its tree-climbing lions, diverse birdlife, and lush landscapes.
Staying in budget-friendly campsites close to the parks, this safari offers a genuine African adventure with campfire nights under the stars, freshly prepared meals, and the thrill of waking up in the wild. It’s an excellent choice for travelers seeking both affordability and unforgettable experiences.
3 Days Tanzania Camping Safari
Staying in budget-friendly campsites close to the parks, this safari offers a genuine African adventure with campfire nights under the stars, freshly prepared meals, and the thrill of waking up in the wild. It’s an excellent choice for travelers seeking both affordability and unforgettable experiences.
After breakfast, your driver-guide will pick you up from your hotel in Arusha and drive you to Tarangire National Park. This park is well-known for its large elephant herds, baobab-studded landscapes, and diverse wildlife including lions, zebras, wildebeest, and giraffes. You’ll enjoy a full-day game drive with a picnic lunch inside the park. In the late afternoon, head to your campsite near Tarangire for dinner and overnight.
Meals: Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Public Campsite / Budget Camping
After an early breakfast, drive to the famous Ngorongoro Crater. Descend 600 meters into the crater floor for a game drive in one of the world’s most spectacular wildlife havens. Here, you’ll have a chance to spot the Big Five along with countless other animals including wildebeest, zebras, hippos, and flamingos around the lake. A picnic lunch will be served at a scenic spot in the crater. In the late afternoon, ascend from the crater and drive to your campsite at Karatu or near Ngorongoro for dinner and overnight.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Public Campsite / Budget Camping
After breakfast, drive to Lake Manyara National Park, a lush and beautiful park famous for its tree-climbing lions, huge troops of baboons, and diverse birdlife along the lakeshore. Enjoy a morning game drive with stunning views of the Rift Valley escarpment. Later, enjoy a picnic lunch before driving back to Arusha in the afternoon, where your safari ends.
Meals: Breakfast & Lunch
Accommodation: — (End of Safari)
Safari Includes
- Park entry fees (Tarangire, Ngorongoro Crater, Lake Manyara)
- Camping accommodation (public campsite)
- All meals as per itinerary (B, L, D)
- Professional English-speaking driver/guide
- Safari cook & camping equipment (tents, mattresses, chairs, tables)
- 4x4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof for game viewing
- Bottled drinking water during safari
- Government taxes & levies
Safari Excludes
- International & domestic flights
- Tanzania visa fees
- Travel/medical insurance
- Sleeping bags (available for rent)
- Tips for driver/guide & cook
- Alcoholic & soft drinks
- Personal expenses (souvenirs, laundry, etc.)
- Hotel in Arusha before/after safari
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
You’ll visit three of Tanzania’s most famous parks: Tarangire National Park, Ngorongoro Crater, and Lake Manyara National Park.
You’ll see elephants, giraffes, lions, zebras, wildebeest, hippos, flamingos, and possibly the Big Five (lion, elephant, buffalo, rhino, and leopard). Lake Manyara is also known for tree-climbing lions and large troops of baboons.
You’ll stay in public campsites with tents, mattresses, and basic shared facilities (toilets and showers). It’s a budget-friendly but authentic African camping experience.
Yes. All meals as per the itinerary are included:
- Day 1: Lunch & Dinner
- Day 2: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
- Day 3: Breakfast & Lunch
Meals are freshly prepared by your safari cook.
Yes, it’s safe. Campsites are monitored, and your guide and cook stay with you. Wildlife is nearby, but rangers and staff ensure safety.
We use 4×4 safari vehicles with pop-up roofs for game viewing. They usually carry up to 6–7 people, and everyone has a window seat. Private safaris can be arranged.
We provide tents, mattresses, chairs, and tables. You only need to bring a sleeping bag (available for rent if you don’t have one).
Pack light clothing, a warm jacket for cool evenings, comfortable shoes, sunscreen, insect repellent, a hat, binoculars, and a camera.
Yes, families with children are welcome. Children love the adventure of camping, but parents should note that facilities are basic. Discounts may apply for kids.
The safari starts and ends in Arusha. We provide hotel pick-up and drop-off. Airport transfers can also be arranged upon request.
