3 Days Tanzania Budget Camping Safari Itinerary for 2027, 2028 & 2029
Day 1: Arusha to Serengeti National Park – Game DriveYour 3 Days Tanzania Budget Camping Safari begins with an early morning pickup from your hotel in Arusha. Meet your professional safari guide and cook before starting the journey towards Serengeti National Park.Drive through the beautiful landscapes of the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, enjoying views of the highlands and surrounding plains along the way. Continue towards Naabi Hill Gate, the main eastern entrance to Serengeti, where you will complete the entry procedures before proceeding into the park.After entering Serengeti, enjoy a game drive across its famous plains. Look out for lions, elephants, giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, buffaloes and other wildlife. Your guide will select suitable areas for wildlife viewing depending on the season and recent animal movements.In the late afternoon, proceed to your public campsite in Serengeti. Your safari cook will prepare dinner as you settle into your camping accommodation.Meals: Lunch and dinner
Accommodation: Public campsite in Serengeti National ParkDay 2: Serengeti National Park to Ngorongoro Conservation Area – Game DriveWake up early and enjoy breakfast at the campsite before beginning your morning game drive in Serengeti National Park. The early hours provide good opportunities to observe wildlife when many animals are active.Explore the plains and surrounding wildlife areas in search of lions, cheetahs, leopards, elephants, giraffes, zebras and wildebeests. Your guide will determine the best game-drive route according to wildlife sightings and the day's transfer schedule.After the game drive, enjoy a picnic lunch before beginning the journey towards the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Travel through the Serengeti landscapes and ascend towards the Ngorongoro highlands.Arrive at Simba Public Campsite or another designated campsite near the crater rim in the late afternoon or evening. Enjoy dinner prepared by your safari cook and spend the night at the campsite.Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Accommodation: Public campsite near Ngorongoro CraterDay 3: Ngorongoro Crater – Game Drive and Return to ArushaAfter an early breakfast, descend approximately 600 metres into the Ngorongoro Crater for an exciting game drive. The crater is one of Tanzania's most important wildlife destinations, offering excellent opportunities to observe a variety of animals within its diverse habitats.During your crater exploration, look out for elephants, lions, buffaloes, zebras, wildebeests, hippos and spotted hyenas. You may also have the opportunity to spot the endangered black rhino, although sightings cannot be guaranteed.Enjoy a picnic lunch at a designated site before continuing your game drive. Later, ascend from the crater floor and begin the journey back to Arusha.Arrive in Arusha in the late afternoon or early evening, where your 3 Days Tanzania Budget Camping Safari to Serengeti and Ngorongoro comes to an end.Meals: Breakfast and lunch
Accommodation: Not includedWhat Is Included in the 3 Days Tanzania Budget Camping Safari?
Shared 4x4 safari vehicle with a pop-up roof for wildlife viewing.
Professional English-speaking driver-guide.
Services of a safari cook.
Two nights of public camping accommodation.
Camping equipment, including tents and sleeping mattresses.
Park entrance fees for Serengeti National Park.
Ngorongoro Conservation Area and crater service fees.
Meals as indicated in the itinerary.
Drinking water during the safari.
Government taxes and applicable safari charges.
Pickup and drop-off in Arusha.What Is Excluded in the 3 Days Tanzania Budget Camping Safari?
International and domestic flights.
Accommodation in Arusha before and after the safari.
Tanzania visa fees and travel insurance.
Sleeping bags, unless specifically included in your quotation.
Personal expenses such as laundry, telephone calls and souvenirs.
Alcoholic and additional beverages.
Tips for the safari guide and cook.
Optional activities not mentioned in the itinerary.Why Choose This 3 Days Tanzania Budget Camping Safari?
Affordable wildlife adventure: Explore Serengeti and Ngorongoro while keeping accommodation costs low through public campsite stays.Two famous wildlife destinations: Experience the open plains of Serengeti and the wildlife-rich Ngorongoro Crater.Shared safari experience: Reduce individual transport costs by joining other travelers on a shared safari departure.Authentic camping experience: Spend two nights at designated campsites close to Tanzania's natural landscapes.Experienced safari team: Travel with a professional driver-guide and safari cook who support your wildlife experience.Excellent wildlife opportunities: Search for the Big Five and many other African animals in their natural habitats.Convenient Arusha departure: Start and finish your safari in Arusha, making it suitable for travelers with limited time.Book Your 3 Days Tanzania Budget Camping Safari
Are you looking for an affordable way to explore Tanzania's famous wildlife destinations? Our 3 Days Tanzania Budget Camping Safari to Serengeti and Ngorongoro is an excellent option for adventurous travelers who want to experience the country's remarkable wildlife while keeping their safari budget under control.Contact us to check available group joining dates, camping arrangements and prices. Join other travelers and discover the beauty of Serengeti National Park and Ngorongoro Crater on an unforgettable three-day camping adventure.