5 Days Tanzania Camping Safaris
Embark on a comprehensive 5-day safari, perfectly crafted to explore three of Tanzania's most renowned national parks at a leisurely pace, with ample opportunities to spot the Big Five and more.
What's Included
- Transport with a qualified driver/guide in 4x4 vehicles with viewing roofs
- 4 nights of camping accommodations
- Meals: 4 breakfasts, 5 lunches, 4 dinners (includes a cook on camping safaris)
- Camping equipment, as necessary
- National Park gate fees and all park expenses
- Bottled mineral water (1.5L per person per day)
Exclusions
Please review our Terms of Service. Exclusions include:
- Visa upon arrival (more details here)
- Tips for the staff (recommended: $25/day for the guide, $15/day for the cook)
- All personal items for your trip
Safari Checklist
- Comfortable walking shoes (sneakers) and sandals or flip-flops
- Casual, loose-fitting clothing and a warm fleece or sweater
- Extra cotton socks and underwear, lightweight jacket, hat, sunglasses
- Sunscreen (SPF 50+), lip balm (SPF 45), insect repellent (DEET 30%)
- Anti-bacterial hand sanitizer, camera with extra batteries, plug adapter
- Essential toiletries including baby wipes, toilet paper, and towel
- Small personal medical kit with essentials like aspirin, anti-malarial pills, and cold medicine
Activities
- Day 1 - Moshi to Tarangire National Park: Depart from Moshi in the morning for Tarangire National Park. Known for its majestic Baobab trees and rich wildlife, including zebras, wildebeests, giraffes, and elephants. Enjoy a game drive and lunch under the Baobabs, followed by an afternoon exploring the park. Overnight camping at Fanaka or Haven Nature Camp.
- Day 2 - Tarangire to Serengeti National Park: Journey to the Serengeti, inspired by "The Lion King", to witness its large lion population and the beginning of the wildebeest calving season. Explore the park with lunch on-site and enjoy further game drives before camping overnight at Pimbi Camp Serengeti or similar.
- Day 3 - Serengeti to Ngorongoro Crater: After breakfast, drive to the Ngorongoro Crater, a massive volcanic caldera filled with wildlife. Spend the morning on a game drive, then head to the crater rim for overnight camping at Simba Camp Ngorongoro or similar.
- Day 4 - Full Day at Ngorongoro Crater: Descend back into the crater for another day of wildlife spotting. Enjoy a waterfront lunch and afternoon game drives, then return to the camp at the crater rim for the night.
- Day 5 - Lake Manyara National Park to Moshi: Visit Lake Manyara National Park for a morning game drive, famous for its baboons, flamingos, and stunning views. After lunch at a picturesque picnic site, conclude your game viewing and head back to Moshi in the evening.
