3 Day Northern Tanzania Budget Camping Safari

Tour Overview

Price Start From $ 840 Per Person, 2 Pax

This three-day budget camping safari through Northern Tanzania is the perfect way to experience the region’s most iconic wildlife destinations without compromising on adventure. Combining the elephant filled plains of Tarangire National Park, the dramatic landscapes of the Ngorongoro Crater, and the lush habitats of Lake Manyara National Park, this journey offers a diverse safari experience across three distinct ecosystems. Each day brings new encounters from massive elephant herds and tree-climbing lions to the rare black rhino — while evenings are spent camping under the African sky, surrounded by the sounds of the wild. With professional guides, comfortable camping, and unforgettable scenery, this safari is ideal for travelers seeking both affordability and authenticity.

Detailed Itinerary

Day 1: Arusha- Tarangire National Park

Your adventure begins with an early morning departure from Arusha, driving through the Tanzanian countryside toward Tarangire National Park. Known as the “home of elephants,” Tarangire boasts one of the largest populations of these gentle giants in East Africa. The park’s landscape is dotted with towering baobab trees and sweeping savannahs, creating a dramatic backdrop for wildlife viewing. Spend the day on game drives, spotting lions, leopards, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, and an astonishing variety of birdlife. Midday, enjoy a picnic lunch at a scenic spot inside the park before continuing your exploration. As evening approaches, head to your campsite near Tarangire, where dinner is served and the night is spent under a blanket of stars, listening to the distant calls of nocturnal animals.

Main Destination: Tarangire National Park
Accommodation: Budget Camping
Meals: Lunch & Dinner

Day 2: Tarangire -Ngorongoro Crater

After breakfast, journey toward the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, arriving at the crater rim by mid-morning. The Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is the world’s largest intact volcanic caldera and one of the most biodiverse areas in Africa. Descend 600 meters into the crater floor, where an astonishing density of wildlife awaits. This is one of the best places to see the “Big Five” lions, elephants, buffalo, leopards, and the rare black rhino all within a single day. Hippos wallow in pools, zebras graze across the plains, and predators stalk their prey in this natural amphitheater. A picnic lunch is enjoyed at a designated site within the crater, surrounded by breathtaking scenery. In the late afternoon, ascend back to the rim and head to your campsite, where you’ll have dinner and spend the night overlooking one of Africa’s most remarkable landscapes.
- Main Destination: Ngorongoro Crater
- Accommodation: Budget Camping
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 3: Ngorongoro -Lake Manyara National Park - Arusha

On your final day, travel to Lake Manyara National Park, a compact yet diverse reserve nestled at the base of the Rift Valley escarpment. The park is famous for its lush groundwater forests, soda lake shimmering with flamingos, and its unique population of tree-climbing lions. Morning game drives reveal elephants moving through the forest, giraffes browsing acacia trees, hippos wallowing in the lake, and troops of playful baboons. Bird enthusiasts will delight in spotting pelicans, storks, and countless other species along the lakeshore. After a picnic lunch, continue exploring the park’s varied habitats before beginning your return journey to Arusha/ Airport. Arrive by late afternoon, bringing your safari to a close with unforgettable memories of Tanzania’s wildlife, landscapes, and the magic of camping in the wild.