5-Day Budget Camping Safari Tanzania – Extra Ordinary Safari
Experience the Real Africa Without Breaking the Bank
Discover the Wilderness on a Budget
At Extra Ordinary Safari, we believe that witnessing the majesty of Tanzania’s wildlife should be a right, not a luxury reserved for the few. Our 5-Day Budget Camping Safari is designed for the adventurous spirit who wants an authentic bush experience without the high price tag.
Sleep under a blanket of stars, hear the roar of lions in the distance, and watch the sunrise over the savannah—all while staying within your budget. This tour proves that “Budget” does not mean “boring.” It means smart travel with Extra Ordinary Safari.
Destination: Tanzania National Parks
Parks Visited: Tarangire National Park, Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Crater
Duration: 5 Days / 4 Nights
Accommodation: Budget Camping (Non-participation / Full-service camping)
Game Drives: 4×4 Safari Jeep with Pop-up Roof
Meals: Full Board (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner) included
Many travelers worry that a “budget” safari means missing out. At Extra Ordinary Safari, we flip that idea on its head.
1.Closer to Nature: Camping puts you right in the heart of the bush. You feel the ground beneath you and breathe the clean savannah air.
2.Authentic Atmosphere: Trade the hotel lobby for a campfire. Share stories with your guide and fellow travelers under the Milky Way.
3.More Safari for Less: By choosing camping, you allocate more of your budget to the things that matter—park fees (to support conservation) and extra game drives.
Detailed Itinerary
Day 1: Arusha to Tarangire National Park
Your Extra Ordinary Safari begins with an early morning pickup from your Arusha hotel. Drive to Tarangire National Park, famous for its massive elephant herds and ancient baobab trees.
The park is also home to tree-climbing pythons, lions, and over 550 bird species. After a full afternoon of game drives, you will drive to your campsite located just outside the park for dinner and your first night in the bush.
Meals: Lunch & Dinner.
Accommodation: Fig treeCampsite / Panarama Campsite
Day 2: Tarangire to Serengeti National Park
Into Endless Plains
After breakfast, we drive towards the Serengeti National Park. The journey takes you through the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, offering stunning views of the highlands. We arrive at the Naabi Hill Gate, the entrance to the Serengeti.
As you descend into the park, the iconic golden plains unfold before you. Enjoy an afternoon game drive en-route to the central Seronera area, a hotspot for predators. Arrive at the campsite for dinner and a restful night.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Seronera Public Campsite / Pimbi Campsite
Day 3: Full Day Serengeti Exploration
In Search of the Big Cats
Today is dedicated to exploring the Serengeti. With a packed lunch, you will spend the entire day searching for wildlife. The central Serengeti (Seronera Valley) is renowned for its dense population of lions, leopards, and cheetahs.
Depending on the season, you might witness the beginning of the Great Migration herds. In the late evening, you return to the campsite for a warm meal and a well-deserved rest.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Seronera Public Campsite / Pimbi Campsite
Day 4: Serengeti to Ngorongoro Crater Rim
The Eighth Wonder
Wake up early for a sunrise game drive as the predators are most active. After breakfast, we depart Serengeti and drive back to the highlands of Ngorongoro. You will have a brief stop at the Olduvai Gorge (optional, at own cost), the “Cradle of Mankind.”
Ascend to the crater rim and check into your campsite. Spend the evening relaxing and enjoying the cool mountain air, overlooking the vast crater below.
- Accommodation: Simba Campsite A / B
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 5: Ngorongoro Crater Tour to Arusha
A Natural Wonder
Today is the highlight of the tour. After an early breakfast, you descend 600 meters into the Ngorongoro Crater floor for a half-day game drive. This UNESCO World Heritage Site is a permanent oasis, home to the “Big Five” (Lion, Elephant, Buffalo, Rhino, and Leopard).
The crater floor offers the best chance in Tanzania to see the endangered Black Rhino. Enjoy a picnic lunch by the Hippo Pool before beginning the scenic drive back to Arusha. You will be dropped off at your hotel or at Kilimanjaro International Airport (KIA) for your departure flight.
- Meals: Breakfast & Lunch