5-Day Of Exciting Serengeti Safari Adventure on Budget
Offered by - Sarafu Travel
Tour Features
Are you ready for an epic adventure that will leave you breathless? Join us on our "5-Day Serengeti Spectacular" camping safari, where we'll take you on a journey through Tanzania's most stunning destinations. From the serene beauty of Lake Manyara to the endless plains of the Serengeti, the natural wonder of Ngorongoro, and the grand finale in Tarangire, this is no ordinary safari – it's a chance to "Enjoy the Silence" in the wildest way possible.
Budget tour | This budget tour includes camping and tented camps. |
Can be customized | You can request minor changes to the accommodations and destinations of this tour. |
Private tour | This tour will be organized exclusively for you and won't be shared with others. |
Not for solo travelers | Solo travelers cannot book this tour. |
Can start any day | If availability permits, this tour can start on any day. |
Minimum age required | The minimum age for this tour is 5 years. |
Transportation | This tour uses: Pop-up roof 4x4. |
Route & Activities
Tanzania
Activities Included
Accommodation & Meals
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost
Day | Accommodation | Meals |
1 | Fig Tree Lodge & Camp No images available | Lunch & Dinner Included |
2 | Nyani Campsite No images available | All Meals Included |
3 | Ngorongoro Simba Campsite No images available | All Meals Included |
4 | Fig Tree Lodge & Camp No images available | All Meals Included |
5 | Budget Accommodation No images available | Breakfast & Lunch Included |
Arrival (See Getting There for more details)
- A transfer from the airport can be arranged for an extra cost.
- Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.
- Day 1 - From Arusha to Lake Manyara - Where Flamingoes Paint the SkyStart your day with an early-morning adventure! After a delicious breakfast, we'll set off for Lake Manyara National Park. Get ready to witness breathtaking flocks of flamingoes, pelicans, storks, and a myriad of bird species. But that's not all! Keep your eyes peeled for hippos, giraffes, gazelles, warthogs, and even the elusive tree-climbing lions if we're lucky. At the end of the day, we'll relax at Fig Tree Lodge & Camp, where you'll enjoy delicious meal.
Main Destination: Lake Manyara National Park
Accommodation: Fig Tree Lodge & Camp
Meals & Drinks: Lunch & Dinner Included
- Day 2 - Serengeti - Where the Wild Adventures BeginAfter a hearty breakfast, we'll embark on a thrilling 6-hour journey to the world-famous Serengeti. En route, we'll stop at the Ngorongoro gate and viewpoint for a breathtaking crater view. You can also opt for an exciting visit to a Maasai Village to explore their rich culture (entrance fee: 10-20 USD). In the heart of Serengeti, the Seronera area awaits with an evening game drive, the chance to witness a stunning Serengeti sunset, and close encounters with lions. Our cozy campsite in Seronera offers the possibility to spot hyenas under the watchful eye of vigilant rangers.
Main Destination: Serengeti National Park
Accommodation: Nyani Campsite
Meals & Drinks: All Meals Included
- Day 3 - Serengeti to Ngorongoro Highlands - Game Drive GaloreRise early at 6:30 am for an exhilarating morning game drive when animals are most active. Prepare to witness an abundance of wildlife until afternoon, and don't forget to pack some snacks to keep you energized. Afterward, we'll head back to camp for lunch and packing. As we exit the Serengeti, we'll journey to Simba Campsite, near the rim of Ngorongoro Crater. Get ready for surprise animal appearances right at our campsites!
Main Destination: Ngorongoro Crater
Accommodation: Ngorongoro Simba Campsite
Meals & Drinks: All Meals Included
- Day 4 - Ngorongoro Crater - Quest for the Black RhinoAn early start at 6:15 am as we descend into the magnificent Ngorongoro Crater, on a mission to find the elusive black rhino. These magnificent creatures can be quite tricky to spot amidst the crater's rich wildlife. After a fulfilling lunch, our game drive continues, and we begin our ascent from the crater floor. We'll pack up for the journey to Mto wa Mbu, where we'll enjoy a well-deserved dinner and overnight stay at Fig Tree Lodge & Camp. Highlights: Ngorongoro's wonders, the hunt for the black rhino, and a cozy evening at camp.
Main Destination: Ngorongoro Crater
Accommodation: Fig Tree Lodge & Camp
Meals & Drinks: All Meals Included
- Day 5 - Tarangire National Park - Where Giants RoamWhere Giants Roam Today, we'll pick you up from your hotel after breakfast and introduce you to our guide, chef, and fellow adventurers. Our destination: Tarangire National Park, a mere 2-hour drive away. This park is known for its diverse landscape, featuring ancient baobab trees and boasting the largest concentration of elephants. As we embark on a game drive through the park, keep an eye out for predators like lions, cheetahs, and leopards. We'll make our way to the Tarangire River picnic site, where we'll enjoy lunch with a stunning view of the river and its resident animals. Be prepared for curious monkeys and baboons eyeing your lunch, but no worries, they won't snatch it from you! After lunch, our game drive continues until around 4:30 pm when we exit the park and head back to Arusha, concluding our incredible adventure. Highlights: Tarangire's diverse landscape, elephants aplenty, and a wildlife-packed adventure to cap it all off.
Main Destination: Tarangire National Park
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast & Lunch Included
End of tour (See Getting There for more details)
- Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
- A transfer back to the airport can be arranged for an extra cost.
Includes
- Park fees (for non-residents)
- All activities mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional)
- Meals (as specified in the day-by-day description)
- All accommodation mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional upgrade)
- A professional driver/guide
- All transportation mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional)
- All Taxes/VAT
Excludes
- International flights (from/to the client's home country)
- Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
- Tips: tipping guideline of $6 per person per day for the guide and crew
- Personal items (souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees and other personal items)
- Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
Rates Per Person
Oct 19, 2023 - Dec 31, 2024
*n/a = not available. This tour is unavailable for solo travelers.
Includes
- Park fees (for non-residents)
- All activities mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional)
- Meals (as specified in the day-by-day description)
- All accommodation mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional upgrade)
- A professional driver/guide
- All transportation mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional)
- All Taxes/VAT
Excludes
- International flights (from/to the client's home country)
- Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
- Tips: tipping guideline of $6 per person per day for the guide and crew
- Personal items (souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees and other personal items)
- Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
Getting There
Tanzania is a beautiful East African country with neighbours Kenya to the north and Mozambique to the south and the Indian Ocean to the east. It is known for its vibrant culture, wonderful national parks, diverse fauna and flora and of course the great wildebeest migration. If you are planning a safari trip to Tanzania then you should find out all about flights to Tanzania, passport and visa requirements.
Tanzania’s main airport is Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR) located 13km/8mi southwest of Dar es Salaam. The latter is the entry point for visitors to the southern parks.
Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) is situated 46km/29mi east of Arusha, the gateway of Tanzania’s most popular Northern safari circuit.
This tour starts in Arusha and ends in Arusha, Tanzania
A transfer from and back to the airport is included
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost
Travel Requirements
- All foreign visitors need a passport that is valid for at least six months
- Passports must have a clean and a full visa page for endorsement.
- When arriving from a yellow-fever-infected country in Africa or the Americas a yellow fever vaccination certificate is required.
- Citizens of most countries require a visa. A list of countries that don't need a visa is available.
- Visas are best obtained in advance through an official online visa-application portal (https://eservices.immigration.go.tz/visa/), but they can also be obtained through your local Tanzania Embassy or High Commission.
- Visas can also be obtained on arrival but this is a lengthy process that can take one to two hours.
Getting There
Tanzania is a beautiful East African country with neighbours Kenya to the north and Mozambique to the south and the Indian Ocean to the east. It is known for its vibrant culture, wonderful national parks, diverse fauna and flora and of course the great wildebeest migration. If you are planning a safari trip to Tanzania then you should find out all about flights to Tanzania, passport and visa requirements.
Tanzania’s main airport is Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR) located 13km/8mi southwest of Dar es Salaam. The latter is the entry point for visitors to the southern parks.
Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) is situated 46km/29mi east of Arusha, the gateway of Tanzania’s most popular Northern safari circuit.
This tour starts in Arusha and ends in Arusha, Tanzania
A transfer from and back to the airport is included
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost
Travel Requirements
- All foreign visitors need a passport that is valid for at least six months
- Passports must have a clean and a full visa page for endorsement.
- When arriving from a yellow-fever-infected country in Africa or the Americas a yellow fever vaccination certificate is required.
- Citizens of most countries require a visa. A list of countries that don't need a visa is available.
- Visas are best obtained in advance through an official online visa-application portal (https://eservices.immigration.go.tz/visa/), but they can also be obtained through your local Tanzania Embassy or High Commission.
- Visas can also be obtained on arrival but this is a lengthy process that can take one to two hours.
Offered By

Sarafu Travel


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