This 5-day camping safari showcases Tanzania’s most iconic wildlife parks and dramatic natural wonders. Each destination along the journey offers its own unique charm, from diverse wildlife encounters to breathtaking landscapes.
5 Days Serengeti, Tarangire & Natron
Your adventure begins in Tarangire National Park, famous for its large elephant herds, towering baobab trees, and rich variety of wildlife. From there, you continue to the legendary Serengeti National Park, where endless plains host lions, cheetahs, leopards, and, during the migration season, millions of wildebeest and zebras.
The journey then takes you to the awe-inspiring Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site often described as the best place in Africa to spot the Big Five in a single day. To complete the experience, you’ll explore the dramatic landscapes of Lake Natron, a remote alkaline lake surrounded by volcanoes, waterfalls, and flocks of pink flamingos.
5 Days Tanzania Camping Safari | Serengeti, Ngorongoro, Tarangire & Lake Natron
Camping along the way brings you closer to nature, with nights under star-filled skies, freshly prepared meals, and the thrill of waking up in the wild. This safari is ideal for travelers seeking a mix of classic game drives and unique off-the-beaten-path experiences.
Your safari starts with an early pick-up from your Arusha hotel and a drive to Tarangire National Park, famous for its elephant herds, baobab trees, and diverse wildlife. Enjoy a full-day game drive with a picnic lunch. In the evening, transfer to your campsite for dinner and overnight.
Meals: Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Public Campsite (Tarangire area)
After breakfast, drive through the Ngorongoro highlands and into the Serengeti National Park. Along the way, enjoy wildlife sightings as you approach the endless plains. Arrive in time for an afternoon game drive, spotting lions, giraffes, wildebeest, and more. Dinner and overnight at a campsite inside Serengeti.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Public Campsite (Serengeti)
Begin with an early morning game drive in Serengeti to witness the sunrise and predators in action. After brunch, depart for Ngorongoro Conservation Area, with game viewing en route. Reach your campsite near the crater rim in the evening for dinner and overnight.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Public Campsite (Ngorongoro area)
After breakfast, descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for a half-day game drive. This natural wonder hosts incredible wildlife, including rhinos, lions, elephants, and hippos. After a picnic lunch, drive north towards the dramatic landscapes of Lake Natron, located at the base of Ol Doinyo Lengai volcano. Enjoy a scenic walk to a waterfall before dinner at your campsite near the lake.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Public Campsite (Lake Natron)
Wake up early for a guided walk along Lake Natron, known for its pink flamingos and other waterbirds. Learn about this unique ecosystem before breakfast. Later, drive back to Arusha, arriving in the late afternoon where your safari ends.
Meals: Breakfast & Lunch
Accommodation: — (End of safari)
5 Days Tanzania Camping Safari | Serengeti, Ngorongoro, Tarangire & Lake Natron
Safari Includes
- Park entry fees (Tarangire, Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater, Lake Natron)
- Camping accommodation (public campsites)
- 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 Tarangire National Park, Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Crater, and Lake Natron – combining classic wildlife with unique landscapes.
Expect elephants, giraffes, lions, cheetahs, wildebeest, zebras, hippos, and rhinos in Ngorongoro. At Lake Natron, you’ll see thousands of flamingos and other waterbirds.
You’ll stay in public campsites at each park. Campsites offer tents, mattresses, and shared facilities such as toilets and showers. It’s a simple but authentic camping experience.
Yes. All meals are included as per the itinerary: breakfast, lunch, and dinner each day (except the last day with breakfast & lunch only). A safari cook travels with you to prepare fresh meals.
It’s safe. Campsites are monitored by staff or rangers, and your guide and cook will always be with you. Wildlife may roam nearby, but safety protocols are in place.
No advanced fitness is required, but some walking is included, such as a scenic hike to waterfalls and walking along the lake shore. Comfortable shoes are recommended.
Pack lightweight clothing, a warm jacket for evenings, hiking shoes, sunscreen, insect repellent, a hat, binoculars, a camera, and personal toiletries.
We provide tents, mattresses, chairs, tables, and cooking equipment. You only need to bring a sleeping bag (or rent one from us).
Yes, children can join. Families often enjoy this itinerary, though parents should note that facilities are basic. The Lake Natron section may require supervision during walks.
The safari begins and ends in Arusha. Pick-up and drop-off at your hotel in Arusha are included. Airport transfers can be arranged upon request.
