Tanzania Camping Safari – 10 Days of Wildlife, Culture & Adventure
Experience the best of Tanzania on this 10-day camping safari, exploring iconic national parks like Serengeti, Ngorongoro, Tarangire, Lake Manyara, and Lake Natron. This Tanzania Camping Safari includes immersive cultural encounters with the Hadzabe and Datoga tribes and budget-friendly overnight stays at scenic campsites.
🌍 Main Parks: Serengeti | Ngorongoro | Lake Manyara | Lake Natron | Tarangire
🛏️ Style: Camping safari in Tanzania
🐘 Theme: Budget-friendly wilderness & cultural exploration
📸 Alt tag (hero image): Wildebeest crossing river during Tanzania camping safari
Day 1: Arrival in Arusha – Start of Your Tanzania Camping Safari
Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport, where you’ll be picked up and transferred to Mvuli Hotel in Arusha. Depending on time, enjoy an optional coffee plantation tour or visit Arusha National Park.
🏕️ Overnight: Mvuli Hotel
🍽️ Meals: Dinner
📸 Alt tag: View of Mount Meru near Arusha during Tanzania camping safari
Day 2: Arusha National Park – Wildlife & Landscapes
Explore the diverse Arusha National Park, home to Mount Meru, Momela Lakes, and Ngurdoto Crater. Look for giraffes, flamingos, warthogs, and more in this compact, scenic park.
Learn more about Mount Meru, Tanzania’s second-highest peak.
🏕️ Overnight: Mvuli Hotel
📸 Alt tag: Giraffes in Arusha National Park on Tanzania camping safari
Day 3: Lake Manyara National Park – Tree-Climbing Lions
Visit Lake Manyara National Park, known for tree-climbing lions, elephants, flamingos, and scenic views between the lake and Rift Valley escarpment.
🏕️ Overnight: Panorama Campsite
🍽️ Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
📸 Alt tag: Tree-climbing lion in Lake Manyara on camping safari in Tanzania
Day 4: Lake Natron – Flamingos & Waterfalls
Drive to Lake Natron, a unique saline lake and important flamingo breeding ground. Walk to Ngare Sero Waterfalls and enjoy birdwatching near the lakeshore.
Read more about Lake Natron’s conservation and flamingo habitat.
🏕️ Overnight: Ngaresero Campsite
📸 Alt tag: Flamingos at Lake Natron during Tanzania camping safari
Day 5: Serengeti National Park via Loliondo – Scenic Safari Drive
Journey through Loliondo Game Controlled Area into Serengeti National Park via Klein’s Gate. Game drive through the Lobo region, observing elephants, lions, and giraffes.
🏕️ Overnight: Lobo Campsite
📸 Alt tag: Zebras in Serengeti on budget Tanzania camping safari
Day 6: Serengeti Safari – Full Day Game Drive
Explore the endless plains of Serengeti, home to the Great Wildebeest Migration, lions, leopards, cheetahs, and over 500 bird species.
Read more about the Great Wildebeest Migration in Serengeti.
🏕️ Overnight: Seronera Campsite
📸 Alt tag: Wildebeest migration in Serengeti National Park on camping safari in Tanzania
Day 7: Serengeti to Ngorongoro – Optional Cultural & Historic Visit
Depart Serengeti and drive to Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Optional stops at the Olduvai Gorge fossil site and a Maasai village offer insight into ancient human history and traditional life.
🏕️ Overnight: Ngorongoro Simba Campsite
📸 Alt tag: Sunset at Ngorongoro Crater campsite during Tanzania camping safari
Day 8: Ngorongoro Crater Safari – Wildlife Haven
Descend 600m into the Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and enjoy game viewing of rhinos, lions, elephants, zebras, and flamingos.
🏕️ Overnight: Twiga Campsite
📸 Alt tag: Wildlife in Ngorongoro Crater seen on Tanzania camping safari
Day 9: Tarangire National Park – Elephant Safari
Explore Tarangire National Park, famous for elephant herds, baobab trees, and predator sightings near the Tarangire River.
Visit the official Tarangire National Park website to learn more.
🏕️ Overnight: Tarangire Campsite
📸 Alt tag: Elephant herd near baobab tree in Tarangire on camping safari in Tanzania
Day 10: Final Game Drive in Tarangire & Departure
Enjoy one last game drive in Tarangire National Park, then transfer to Arusha or Kilimanjaro Airport for your flight home.
📸 Alt tag: Elephants walking through Tarangire National Park during Tanzania camping safari
What’s Included in Your Tanzania Camping Safari
✅ All airport transfers (Arusha or Kilimanjaro)
✅ Transport in a 4WD Land Cruiser with pop-up roof
✅ English-speaking safari guide
✅ All park entry fees and camping permits
✅ Tents, mattresses, and full camping gear
✅ All meals and drinking water
✅ Accommodation at specified campsites
Not Included
❌ International flights
❌ Tanzania visa fees
❌ Travel insurance
❌ Tips, drinks, souvenirs
❌ Optional activities (Olduvai Gorge, Maasai village)
Why Book This Tanzania Camping Safari?
✅ Explore 5 top national parks in one trip
✅ Budget-friendly yet immersive experience
✅ Cultural connection with Hadzabe and Datoga tribes
✅ Expert local safari guides
✅ Ideal for nature lovers, photographers & adventurers
