Camping safaris in Tanzania offer a unique and immersive way to experience the country's stunning wildlife and landscapes. These safaris combine adventure with comfort, allowing tourists to connect with nature while staying in rustic, yet well-equipped campsites. Here’s an overview of camping safaris in Tanzania:
1. Types of Camping Safaris
👉 Mobile Camping Safaris: These are the most adventurous type of camping safaris. The camps move with the safari group, set up in different locations depending on the itinerary. It allows tourists to explore various parks, such as the Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater, and Tarangire, while staying close to nature.
👉 Tented Camps: For those looking for a bit more comfort, luxury tented camps offer an elevated experience. These camps often feature spacious, canvas tents with comfortable beds, en-suite bathrooms, and even electricity.
👉 Public Campsites: In Tanzania’s national parks, public campsites offer basic amenities, providing a more traditional and affordable camping experience. They are managed by the park authorities and usually have shared facilities like toilets and showers.
2. Destinations for Camping Safaris
Serengeti National Park: Known for the Great Migration, this park is one of the most popular for camping safaris. Mobile camps can be set up in different locations depending on the time of year to maximize the chances of witnessing the migration.
Ngorongoro Crater: This UNESCO World Heritage site offers a unique experience with its rich biodiversity. There are campsites on the crater rim that offer spectacular views.
Tarangire National Park: Known for its large elephant herds and iconic baobab trees, Tarangire is a great destination for camping safaris.
Lake Manyara National Park: With its beautiful landscapes and diverse wildlife, this park offers a more relaxed camping safari experience.
3. Activities During Camping Safaris
Game Drives: Safari-goers spend much of their time in 4x4 vehicles, exploring the parks and viewing wildlife. These drives are often conducted early in the morning or late afternoon when animals are most active.
Guided Walks: In some areas, guests can embark on walking safaris with a trained guide. This allows for a more intimate experience with nature and an opportunity to learn about the environment and animal tracks.
Cultural Experiences: Some camping safaris include visits to local villages or Maasai communities, offering insight into the traditions and lifestyles of indigenous groups.
Stargazing: Since camping safaris often take place in remote locations, the absence of light pollution provides spectacular views of the night sky.
4. Benefits of Camping Safaris
Close to Nature: The camping experience allows guests to truly connect with the environment, often staying in the heart of the wildlife action.
Affordable: Compared to luxury lodge safaris, camping safaris are generally more affordable, making them accessible for a wider range of travelers.
Flexibility and Mobility: Mobile camping safaris provide flexibility, enabling tourists to visit different parks and regions within Tanzania.
5. Comfort and Logistics
Equipment: For mobile camping safaris, all camping gear, including tents, sleeping bags, and cooking equipment, is provided by the safari company. In more luxurious setups, tents are spacious with comfortable bedding, furniture, and bathrooms.
Meals: Traditional safari meals are often prepared by a camp chef, providing hearty, local dishes. Guests can expect a mix of outdoor dining and a more refined culinary experience depending on the style of the camp.
Safety and Guides: Professional safari guides and camp staff ensure the safety and well-being of guests, offering expert knowledge about the wildlife and environment.
6. Best Time for Camping Safaris
Dry Season (June to October): The best time for camping safaris is during the dry season, when animals congregate around water sources, making wildlife viewing easier. The weather is also more comfortable for camping.
Green Season (November to May): This period is less crowded and offers lower prices, but it can be rainy, which may affect some activities.
Conclusion
Camping safaris in Tanzania provide an unforgettable and authentic way to experience the country's wildlife and natural beauty. Whether you're seeking a more rugged adventure or a luxurious camping experience, Tanzania’s diverse parks offer something for every type of traveler. The combination of wildlife encounters, breathtaking landscapes, and the thrill of sleeping under the stars makes camping safaris an exceptional option for tourist.
Tanzania Camping Safari is an affordable and adventurous way to experience the African safari in Tanzania. Picture yourself under the African sky surrounded by nature and wildlife. You can even sit around a campfire in a public campsite at the heart of Serengeti National Park's endless savannah plains. It's a unique way of enjoying the beauty of Africa.
Camping safaris in Tanzania are suitable for adventure lovers who want to explore nature up close. You'll be accompanied by experienced guides who know the wildlife and nature of Tanzania inside out. You can choose from a variety of camping safaris depending on your preferences and budget. From basic camping to luxury camping, there's something for everyone.
Camping safaris are also a great way to connect with nature and escape the hustle and bustle of city life. You can disconnect from technology and immerse yourself in the natural world. With the sun rising over the savannah and the animals coming to life, it's a truly unique experience.
During a camping safari, you'll have the opportunity to see a wide range of wildlife, including lions, elephants, zebras, and giraffes. You can also explore the various national parks and reserves in Tanzania, including the Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater, Tarangire, and Lake Manyara.
Most camping safaris in Tanzania include a cook who will prepare your meals, so you don't have to worry about food. You'll also be provided with tents and other camping equipment, including sleeping bags and mattresses. All you need to bring is your sense of adventure and a willingness to experience the beauty of Africa.
Tanzania Camping Safari is an affordable and adventurous way to explore the African safari. You'll have the opportunity to connect with nature, see a wide range of wildlife, and escape the hustle and bustle of city life. With a variety of camping options and experienced guides, it's a unique way of enjoying the beauty of Tanzania.
BUDGET FOR TANZANIA CAMPING SAFARIS.
This 2-day Tanzania camping safari is a perfect option for those who want to experience the best of Tarangire National Park and Ngorongoro Crater in a short amount of time.
Tanzania camping safaris is perfect for those who want to experience Tanzania's wildlife in a short amount of time and in an affordable way. The camping experience offers a unique opportunity to be close to nature and the sounds of the African bush.
Note: This Itinerary can be customised to match your budget and travel dates
Day 1: Tarangire National Park
Day 2: Ngorongoro Crater – Arusha
This Tanzania camping safari is perfect for those who want to experience Tanzania's wildlife in a short amount of time and in an affordable way. The camping experience offers a unique opportunity to be close to nature and the sounds of the African bush.
Price for 2 Day Tanzania Camping Safari to Tarangire and Ngorongoro / Rates Per Person
👉 $1,100 per person when 1 person travels alone
👉 $690 per person when 2 persons travel together
👉 $650 per person when 3 persons travel together
👉 $604 per person when 4 persons travel together
👉 $510 per person when 5 persons travel together
👉 $420 per person when 6 persons travel together
N.B: For a more accurate estimate, it's best to contact us directly and discuss your specific requirements and budget. We can provide you with a detailed quote based on your itinerary, group size, and preferred level of comfort.
Cost Includes
● Transportation in 4×4 safari vehicle
Professional, English speaking guide and safari cook
● Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Mineral water.
● Overnight stays in campsite
● All national park fees
COST EXCLUDE.
Alcoholic and soft drinks
Visa fees
Tips
Personal spending monies for souvenirs etc.
Travel insurance.
3 DAY CAMPING SAFARIS TO TARANGIRE ,NGORONGORO AND MANYARA.
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| STARTING FROM $672 |
🐯 LAKE MANYARA NATIONAL PARK
🐯 TARANGIRE NATIONAL PARK.
🐯 NGORONGORO CRATER
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| STARTING FROM $920 |
4 Day Tanzania camping Safari to Tarangire, Serengeti and Ngorongoro
This 4-day Tanzania camping safari offers a thrilling adventure through Tarangire, Ngorongoro, and Serengeti National Parks, some of the most popular and sought-after wildlife areas in Tanzania. With this tour, you'll have the chance to see the Big Five (lions, elephants, buffalos, leopards, and rhinos), as well as other wildlife species that inhabit these national parks. You'll also witness the amazing annual migration of wildebeests into the Serengeti.
Note: This Itinerary can be customised to match your budget and travel dates
Day to Day Itinerary
Day 1: Tarangire national park.
our Camping safari Tanzania starts after breakfast, depart to Tarangire for full day game drive. You will reach the main gate and after registration, you will depart into the park for game safari drive, it will take you both morning and evening games drive before the drive back to the Campsite, Dinner, and Overnight at Campsite
Day 2: Serengeti national park.
Today you will have morning breakfast followed by long journey safari to Serengeti. It will take us to about five hours to reach the main gate. In your way, you will have an option to pass via Olduvai Gorge for the historical tour. At the main gate, you will have your packed lunch later transfer to the park for the next game safaris drive before it gets dark. Dinner and hot shower will be served at the park before overnight. Dinner and Overnight at Seronera Campsite
Day 3: Serengeti to Ngorongoro Crater.
Early morning game drive and after depart to Ngorongoro Conservation area. We will stopover at Olduvai Gorge, boasting with a history dating back to the dawn of time. It was here, that the anthropologists Drs. Lois and Mary Leakey discovered the skulls of ‘Nutcracker Man’ and ‘Handy Man’, both very significant links in the chain of human evolution Late afternoon transfer to Rhino Campsite where you will have dinner and overnight
Day 4: Ngorongoro Crater – Arusha
After an early breakfast, you will descend over 600 meters into the crater to view wildlife. Supported by a year-round water supply and fodder, the Ngorongoro conservation Area supports avast variety of animals, which include herds of wildebeest, zebra, buffalo, eland, warthog, hippo, and giant African elephants. Another big draw card to this picturesque national park is its dense population of predators, which include lions, hyenas, jackals, cheetahs, and the ever-elusive leopard, which sometimes requires a trained eye to spot. We will visit Lake Magadi, a large but shallow alkaline lake in the southwestern corner, which is one of the main features of the crater. A large number of flamingos, hippos and other water birds can usually have been seen here. Late afternoon transfer to Arusha or airport drop off.
Price for 4 Day Tanzania camping Safari to Tarangire, Serengeti and Ngorongoro / Rates Per Person
$2,140 per person when 1 person travels alone
$1,390 per person when 2 persons travel together
$1,150 per person when 3 persons travel together
$1,090 per person when 4 persons travel together
$1,000 per person when 5 persons travel together
$920 per person when 6 persons travel together
Cost Includes
Transportation in 4×4 safari vehicle
Professional, English speaking guide and safari cook
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Mineral water.
Overnight stays in Campsite / Camping Equipment
All national park fees.
Cost Excludes
Alcoholic and soft drinks
Visa fees
Tips
Personal spending monies for souvenirs etc.
Travel insurance.
5 Day Tanzania camping Safari
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| STARTING FROM $1,016 |
This 5 Day Tanzania Camping Safari takes you to four of the most famous national parks in Northern Tanzania: Tarangire, Serengeti, Ngorongoro and Lake Manyara. Each park is unique in its own way, offering a diverse range of landscapes and wildlife.
On this safari, you will have the chance to see the Big Five (lion, elephant, leopard, buffalo and rhino) as well as many other animals such as giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, and hippos. You will also have the opportunity to witness the great wildebeest migration in the Serengeti, which is one of the world's most incredible wildlife spectacles.
Your accommodation will be in basic camping tents in designated campsites within the parks, allowing you to experience the sights and sounds of the African bush up close. Our experienced guides and chefs will ensure that your safari is safe, comfortable, and enjoyable.
This itinerary is designed to minimize travel time and maximize game viewing opportunities, giving you a comprehensive Tanzanian northern circuit safari experience in just 5 days.
Note: This Itinerary can be customised to match your budget.
Day to Day Itinerary
Day 1: Tarangire national park.
our Camping safari Tanzania starts after breakfast, later depart to Tarangire for full day game drive. You will reach the main gate and after registration, you will depart into the park for game safari drive, it will take you both morning and evening games drive before the drive back to the campsite, Dinner, and Overnight at Campsite
Day 2: Serengeti national park.
Today you will have morning breakfast followed by long journey safari to Serengeti. It will take us to about seven hours to reach the main gate. In your way, you will have an option to pass via Olduvai Gorge for a historical tour. At the main gate, you will have your packed lunch later transfer to the park for the next game safaris drive before it gets dark. Dinner and hot shower will be served at the park before overnight. Dinner and Overnight at Seronera Campsite
Day 3: Serengeti to Ngorongoro Crater.
Early morning game drive and after depart to Ngorongoro Conservation area. We will stopover at Olduvai Gorge, boasting with a history dating back to the dawn of time. It was here, that the anthropologists Drs. Lois and Mary Leakey discovered the skulls of ‘Nutcracker Man’ and ‘Handy Man’, both very significant links in the chain of human evolution Late afternoon transfer to Rhino Campsite where you will have dinner and overnight
Day 4 Ngorongoro Conservation Area
After breakfast, we depart for Ngorongoro Crater passing through the forested slopes of the Ngorongoro Crater Highlands before arriving at the rim of the crater...We’ll descend into the crater which is one of the most densely crowded game areas in the world, home to nearly 40,000 animals...Here we’ll have a good chance of seeing the big five: lion, leopard, rare Black Rhino, buffalo and elephants...Along with the big five; we will also see herds of wildebeest, zebra and Thomson’s gazelle...After a picnic lunch, we’ll continue our game drive then depart the crater and arrive at our accommodations just before dusk at Campsite for dinner and overnight.
Day 5 - Lake Manyara National Park
After breakfast drive to Lake Manyara National Park with packed lunch...Encompassing this area is Lake Manyara Park which is often overlooked, but game-rich and best known for its tree-climbing lions...We’ll have time for full day game drive then evening drive back to Arusha.
Price for 5 Day Tanzania camping Safari / Rates Per Person
$2,323 per person when 1 person travels alone
$1,578 per person when 2 persons travel together
$1,290 per person when 3 persons travel together
$1,207 per person when 4 persons travel together
$1,128 per person when 5 persons travel together
$1,016 per person when 6 persons travel together.
📧 For a more accurate estimate, it's best to contact us directly and discuss your specific requirements and budget. We can provide you with a detailed quote based on your itinerary, group size, and preferred level of comfort.
Cost Includes
Transportation in 4×4 safari vehicle
Professional, English speaking guide and safari cook
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Mineral water.
Overnight stays Campsite / Camping Equipment
All national park fees.
Cost Excludes
Alcoholic and soft drinks
Visa fees
Tips
Personal spending monies for souvenirs etc.
Travel insurance.
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| STARTING FROM $1460 |
6 Day Tanzania camping Safari
Day to Day Itinerary
Day 1: Tarangire national park.
our Camping safari in Tanzania starts after breakfast, later depart to Tarangire for full day game drive. You will reach the main gate and after registration, you will depart into the park for game safari drive, it will take you both morning and evening games drive before the drive back to the campsite, Dinner, and Overnight at Campsite Karatu
Day 2: Serengeti National Park.
Your safari on a second day will start early after breakfast. Today the tour will be a game drive en-route to the endless plans of the Serengeti National Park, the drive is not that much longer it will take you 3 to 4 hours to arrive at the most famous park in Africa. Dinner and overnight will be at Seronera Campsite, all meals are included.
Day 3: Full Day Safari in the Serengeti National Park.
The third day starts with an energetic early breakfast at your campsite which is within the heart of the endless plain, now you are in central Serengeti. Today you will have an opportunity to spend a full day safari in the Serengeti Park, from the camp you will leave with a packed lunch which is purposely done to maximize your great migration tracking time. The Dinner and overnight will be at Serengeti Seronera Campsite, all meals are included in the course meals.
Day 4: Serengeti to Ngorongoro Crater.
An easy day that starts after breakfast, with your packed lunch game en route starts a safari from Serengeti National Park to Ngorongoro Conservation Area. You will spend your overnight at the crater rim, Dinner and Overnight at Rhino Campsite, all meals are included.
Day 5: Ngorongoro Crater
After breakfast, we depart for Ngorongoro Crater passing through the forested slopes of the Ngorongoro Crater Highlands before arriving at the rim of the crater...We’ll descend into the crater which is one of the most densely crowded game areas in the world, home to nearly 40,000 animals...Here we’ll have a good chance of seeing the big five: lion, leopard, rare Black Rhino, buffalo and elephants...Along with the big five; we will also see herds of wildebeest, zebra and Thomson’s gazelle...After a picnic lunch, we’ll continue our game drive then depart the crater and arrive at our accommodations just before dusk at Campsite for dinner and overnight.
Day 6 - Lake Manyara National Park - Arusha
After breakfast drive to Lake Manyara National Park with packed lunch...Encompassing this area is Lake Manyara Park which is often overlooked, but game-rich and best known for its tree-climbing lions...We’ll have time for full day game drive then evening drive back to Arusha
End of safari.
Price for 6 Day Tanzania camping Safari / Rates Per Person
$3,212 per person when 1 person travels alone
$1,930 per person when 2 persons travel together
$1,788 per person when 3 persons travel together
$1,537 per person when 4 persons travel together
$1,350 per person when 5 persons travel together
$1,250 per person when 6 persons travel together.
📧 For a more accurate estimate, it's best to contact us directly and discuss your specific requirements and budget. We can provide you with a detailed quote based on your itinerary, group size, and preferred level of comfort.
Cost Includes
Transportation in 4×4 safari vehicle
Professional, English speaking guide and safari cook
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Mineral water.
Overnight stays in Campsite / Camping Equipment
All national park fees.
Cost Excludes
Alcoholic and soft drinks
Visa fees
Tips
Personal spending monies for souvenirs etc.
Travel insurance.
7 DAY CAMPING SAFARIS
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| STARTING FROM $1694 |
This 7-day Tanzania camping safari is the perfect choice for those who want to explore the best of Northern Tanzania's wildlife areas. You will visit the Tarangire National Park, Lake Manyara National Park, the Serengeti National Park, and the Ngorongoro Crater. All of these parks are famous for their wildlife and offer a unique and unforgettable safari experience.
During this camping safari, you will spend your nights in comfortable tents in designated camping areas within the parks. You will also have the opportunity to see the great annual migration of wildebeest and other wildlife species such as lions, leopards, elephants, giraffes, and many more.
Day to Day Itinerary
Day 1: Safari from Arusha to Tarangire.
The begins of 7-Days Camping Safari. You will travel to Tarangire national park for game drive. it will include a stop in one of picnic and have your lunch. You will continue with game drive until evening were you will transferred to the Twiga Campsite for resting and overnight..
Day 2: Safari from Tarangire to Serengeti national park.
Earlier after breakfast your routine is to the Serengeti. It will be a long trip to reach the main gate. You will have your lunch at the main gate of Serengeti; later proceed to the park for evening games drive before it gets dark. Accommodation will be at the lodge.
Day 3 – 4: Full day games drive in Serengeti.
With your packed lunch leaving the lodge for two days games drives in the Serengeti. this will be our great chance to spend much of our 7 days camping safari package. You will have a chance to view the Serengeti ecosystem and its amazing view until lunch time. Later after lunch you will continue with the game watching the wildebeest’s migration. in the evening bed and food will be provided at the campsite, Dinner and overnight.
Day 5: Safari from Serengeti to Ngorongoro via Masai Boma.
After breakfast have morning animals viewing in Serengeti. Later at mid-day start your trip to Ngorongoro conservation area en route the Maasai bomas to feel the Maasai traditions and culture. After all this your safari will be on the way to the campsite, Dinner and overnight
Day 6: Safari from Ngorongoro to Lake Manyara park.
In the morning you will drop into the floor of caldera for animals viewing. The place is interesting for having large diversity of animals and plants. You will have your game viewing until late afternoon were you will ascend and transfer to campsite, Dinner and overnight
Day 7: safari from Lake Manyara to Arusha.
After a prepared breakfast at Campsite. you will pack everything and have a game viewing at the park until the afternoon were you will have lunch and continue your trip to the hotel at Arusha for rest or departure to your next destination.
Price for 7 Day Tanzania camping Safari / Rates Per Person
$3,114 per person when 1 person travels alone
$2,201 per person when 2 persons travel together
$2,134 per person when 3 persons travel together
$1,784 per person when 4 persons travel together
$1,715 per person when 5 persons travel together
$1,644 per person when 6 persons travel together.
📧 For a more accurate estimate, it's best to contact us directly and discuss your specific requirements and budget. We can provide you with a detailed quote based on your itinerary, group size, and preferred level of comfort
Cost Includes
Transportation in 4×4 safari vehicle
Professional, English speaking guide and safari cook
Meals :Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Mineral water
Overnight stays in tents
Tents, mattresses & camping equipment
All national park fees.
Cost Excludes
Sleeping bag
Alcoholic and soft drinks
Visa fees
Tips
Personal spending monies for souvenirs etc.
Travel insurance.
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