5 Days Tanzania Camping Safari

Day 0: Arrival in Arusha – Gateway to Your Tanzanian Adventure

Begin your journey at Kilimanjaro International Airport, where you’ll transfer to Arusha, Tanzania’s bustling safari capital. Check into The Charity Hotel or Njiro Legacy for a restful overnight stay. Explore Arusha’s vibrant markets or relax at your lodge, soaking in views of Mount Meru. This day ensures you’re refreshed and ready for the wild days ahead.
Highlights: Pre-safari briefing, Arusha city vibes, Mount Meru vistas.
 

Day 1: Tarangire National Park – Elephants & Baobabs

After breakfast, drive to Tarangire National Park, famous for Africa’s largest elephant herds and ancient baobab trees. Spend the afternoon on a game drive, spotting lions, zebras, giraffes, and rare antelope species. As the sun sets, head to Jua Manyara Campsite near Mto wa Mbu village. Enjoy a hearty dinner prepared by your safari chef and sleep soundly in your provided tent, sleeping bag, and mattress.
Included: All camping gear, professional chef, park fees.
 

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Day 2: Serengeti National Park – Into the Wild

Depart early for the Serengeti, traversing the scenic Ngorongoro Highlands. Pause at the Ngorongoro Crater viewpoint for photos before entering the Serengeti’s vast plains. Enjoy an en-route game drive, spotting buffalo, leopards, and cheetahs. Arrive at Nyani Campsite, your base for two nights, and fall asleep to the sounds of the African wilderness.
Why Travelers Love This: First glimpses of the Serengeti, sunset over savannah.
 

Day 3: Serengeti Full-Day Game Drive – The Great Migration

Dedicate today to exploring the Serengeti’s legendary ecosystems. Track the Great Migration (seasonal), where millions of wildebeest and zebras traverse the plains, pursued by lions and hyenas. Visit hippo-filled rivers, acacia woodlands, and kopjes (rocky outcrops) favored by leopards. Return to Nyani Campsite for a fireside dinner under the stars.
Traveler Tip: Bring binoculars for birdwatching—over 500 species reside here!
 

Day 4: Serengeti to Ngorongoro – Final Safari Moments

Rise early for a sunrise game drive, capturing predators in action. After breakfast, exit the Serengeti with a final game drive en route to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Arrive at Simba Campsite on the crater rim, where cooler temperatures and misty mornings create a magical ambiance.
Included: All meals, guided game drives, camping equipment.
 

Day 5: Ngorongoro Crater – Wildlife Extravaganza

Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, for a full-day game drive in this volcanic caldera. Spot endangered black rhinos, flamingos at Lake Magadi, and lions lazing on grassy plains. After a picnic lunch by a hippo pool, return to Arusha, concluding your 5-day Tanzania camping safari with lifelong memories.
Why It’s Unique: Highest density of wildlife in Africa, including the Big Five.