Is this safari suitable for kids or seniors?

Yes. It’s safe and flexible for families and seniors. Let us know your needs and we’ll adapt accordingly.

Do I need malaria medication?

Yes, we recommend you consult your doctor and bring antimalarials, especially if traveling during the rainy season.

Can I charge my phone or camera?

Yes, most campsites and vehicles have limited charging ports. Bring a power bank for backup.

Pack layers, comfortable shoes, hat, sunscreen, insect repellent, camera, and a good sense of adventure!

5 Days Budget Safari – Big Five Game Drives in Serengeti & Ngorongoro Crater

This 5-day budget camping safari is your gateway to Northern Tanzania’s most iconic wildlife experiences. Track the Big Five—lion, leopard, elephant, rhino, and buffalo—across two world-renowned safari destinations: Serengeti National Park and the Ngorongoro Crater. With nights under the stars and days filled with adventure, this trip is ideal for travelers seeking unforgettable game drives on a budget-friendly backpacker’s itinerary.

Included/Exclude

Cost Includes

All park entrance fees
Camping gear (tent, sleeping mat, sleeping bag)
Full board camping accommodation
Transport in a 4x4 pop-up roof safari vehicle
English-speaking safari driver-guide
Daily game drives & wildlife viewing
Bottled drinking water
Government taxes and fees

Cost Excludes

International/domestic flights
Tips to guide and cook (recommended $10–$15/day)
Alcohol & soft drinks
Hotel before/after safari (available on request)
Personal travel insurance

Accomodation
Hotel & Camp
Tour Availability
Availability
Guide
Guided
Payment Method
VISA, Master Card
Transportation
Safari Jeep

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Overview

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Cost

FAQs

Why go?

If you’re dreaming of tracking the Big Five and experiencing the untamed beauty of Africa without breaking the bank, this is the safari for you.

Over 5 days, you’ll explore Serengeti National Park, home to the famous wildebeest migration, vast savannahs, and apex predators like lions and leopards. You’ll also descend into the legendary Ngorongoro Crater, where a collapsed volcano shelters one of the densest wildlife populations on earth, including rhinos.

Expect:

Budget-friendly pricing without cutting corners
This safari is built for explorers, not tourists. Whether you’re a solo adventurer, couple, or group of friends — you’ll leave with stories that last a lifetime.

Raw nature with real camping under the stars

Daily game drives in open-roof 4×4 vehicles

Wildlife action morning to evening

Tour Highlights

Chase the Big Five in the Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater
Camp in the wild — fall asleep to the sounds of hyenas and lions
All-year departures — go when it suits you
Sunrise & sunset game drives for best wildlife viewing
Get maximum value — real adventure

Day 01 :

Arusha – Serengeti National Park (via Ngorongoro)

Start early from Arusha and drive across the Great Rift Valley and highlands toward Serengeti, passing through Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Stop for a picnic lunch and take in sweeping views from the crater rim before descending onto the vast Serengeti plains for your first game drive.

Meal Plan: Lunch & Dinnerounding your accommodation. So, so soon.

Accommodation: Seronera Public Campsite

WELCOME

Day 02 :

Full-Day Serengeti Game Drives

A full day dedicated to exploring the heart of the Serengeti. Your guide will help you track lions, elephants, giraffes, and (with luck) elusive leopards and cheetahs. You’ll explore various habitats — from kopjes to riverine forests.

Accommodation: Seronera Public Campsite
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 03 :

Serengeti (Morning Game Drive) – Ngorongoro

Enjoy a sunrise game drive, the best time to catch predators in action. After breakfast, continue your game drive en route to Ngorongoro Crater rim, with chances to see herds of wildebeest, zebras, and possibly black rhinos. Camp near the crater rim with stunning views.

Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Accommodation: Simba Campsite (Ngorongoro Rim)

Day 04 :

Ngorongoro Crater Game Drive – Mto wa Mbu

Descend early into the Ngorongoro Crater for a half-day game drive. This unique ecosystem is home to nearly all of Africa’s wildlife, including hippos, lions, buffalo, hyenas, and rhinos. After lunch by the hippo pool, head to Mto wa Mbu for overnight camping.

Accommodation: Migombani Campsite / Lilac Campsite
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 05 :

Return to Arusha (Optional Maasai Visit or Market Tour)

After a relaxing breakfast, return to Arusha. You can choose to stop at a local Maasai village or enjoy a short cultural tour in Mto wa Mbu before transfer. Arrive by early afternoon.

Accommodation: Not included (available on request)
Meal Plan: Breakfast

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