Duration
4-Day
Tarangire National Park, Tanzania
4-Day Authentic Bush Experience Camping Safari
Overview
Embark on an unforgettable adventure through Tanzania's most iconic parks, designed for the spirited traveler seeking an authentic connection with the wild. This safari balances raw, classic adventure with thoughtful budgeting. Nights are spent in sturdy, walk-in tents at designated public campsites within or near the parks. These sites place you in the heart of the wilderness. Campsites provide basic, shared bathroom facilities with toilets and showers maintaining a true back-to-nature feel.
Plan snapshot
Quick Facts
Route
Arusha to Arusha
Via Tarangire NP, Central Serengeti NP, Ngorongoro Crater
Country & park
Tanzania / Tarangire National Park
Style
Safari
Group size
1-12 travelers
Starts
Any day if available
Minimum age
18 years
Activities
game drives
Accommodation
Budget camping Inside Tarangire NP – All Meals Included - Inside Tarangire NP – All Meals Included
Meals
All Meals Included
Pickup
Airport transfer included
Booking
Request quote
Currency
USD
Rates
Rates Per Person
USD
Start datesSingle2+ people
Jan 1, 2026 - Dec 31, 2026
n/a* USD
$1,485 USD
Jan 1, 2027 - Dec 31, 2027
n/a* USD
$1,485 USD
Before booking
Important To Know
This tour is not available to solo travelers.
Rates are per person and exclude the international flight from/to your home country.
This tour is offered in US dollars (USD).
This tour is unavailable for children.
Quote flow
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Requests are sent directly to the tour operator
If preferred, you can contact the tour operator directly
Route
country
Tanzania
Start
Arusha (Day 1)
Day 1
Tarangire NP
Day 2-3
Central Serengeti NP
Day 4
Ngorongoro Crater
End
Arusha (Day 4)
Tour Features
Budget camping
This is a budget camping tour.
Private tour
This tour will be organized exclusively for you. However, wildlife viewing activities are run by the lodges/camps and will be shared with others.
Can start any day
If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.
Can be customized
You can request changes to this tour.
Not for solo travelers
Solo travelers cannot book this private tour.
18
Minimum age of 18 years
The minimum age for this tour is 18 years.
Activities & Transportation
Activities: game drives
Game drives: pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle
Getting around: pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle
This operator can select your international flights, but you'll have to book them yourself
A transfer from and back to the airport is included
Accommodation & Meals
Day 1
Budget camping Inside Tarangire NP – All Meals Included
Inside Tarangire NP – All Meals Included
All Meals Included
Day 2-3
Budget camping Inside Central Serengeti NP – All Meals Included
Inside Central Serengeti NP – All Meals Included
All Meals Included
Day 4
End of tour
(No accommodation)
All Meals Included
Day By Day
Tour step
Arrival
You'll be collected from the airport. Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.
Day 1
Arusha to Tarangire National Park
After a briefing from your guide, you depart from Arusha. The drive to Tarangire takes about 2-3 hours, with the landscape changing from city to vast plains and scattered Masai villages. Mid-Morning: Enter Tarangire National Park. Known as the "Elephant Playground," Tarangire is famous for its massive herds of elephants, often numbering in the hundreds. You'll also see ancient baobab trees dotting the landscape, which give the park a unique, majestic atmosphere. You spend the day exploring the park with a picnic lunch at a designated site. Keep your eyes peeled for: Wildlife: Large herds of elephants, giraffes, buffalo, impalas, gazelles, elands, and more. Predators: Lions, leopards, and cheetahs. · Evening: Exit the park and drive to your nearby campsite (often on the outskirts of the park or in Karatu). Assist your cook with setting up camp or relax with a hot shower before enjoying a hearty dinner prepared by your safari cook. Inside Tarangire NP All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Tarangire National Park Stay: Budget camping Inside Tarangire NP Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 2
Tarangire to Serengeti National Park
After an early breakfast, you depart for the legendary Serengeti National Park. The drive is an adventure itself, passing through the Ngorongoro Conservation Area and offering stunning panoramic views from the Ngorongoro crater rim. You enter the Serengeti at the Naabi Hill Gate, where you can do a short walk to the summit for your first breathtaking view of the endless plains. Game viewing begins immediately as you drive towards your central campsite. The Serengeti, meaning "Endless Plains" in the Maa language, is unparalleled for its vastness and the sheer density of predators and prey. You will spend the afternoon on a game drive searching for the Big Five and witnessing the famous Great Migration (location depends on the season). Evening: Arrive at your public campsite inside the Serengeti. Falling asleep to the sounds of the African bush—hyenas whooping, lions roaring in the distance—is an unforgettable experience. Inside Central Serengeti NP All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Central Serengeti National Park Stay: Budget camping Inside Central Serengeti NP Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 3
Full Game Viewing Serengeti to Ngorongoro
Sunrise Game Drive, An optional early morning game drive offers the best chance to see predators at their most active. The morning light is also perfect for photography. · Full Day Exploration: You have the entire day to delve deeper into the Serengeti ecosystem. Your guide will take you to prime locations known for wildlife sightings, kopjes (rock outcrops where lions and leopards often lounge), and vast grasslands teeming with wildebeest and zebra. Enjoy lunch at a scenic picnic site in the heart of the park. Afternoon: Begin your journey back towards the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. You will exit the Serengeti and drive up to the campsite on the crater rim. Evening: As you set up camp on the rim, you are treated to spectacular views and incredibly starry skies. Be prepared for a cold night due to the high altitude. Inside Central Serengeti NP All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Central Serengeti National Park Stay: Budget camping Inside Central Serengeti NP Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 4
Ngorongoro Crater to Arusha
Very Early Morning: This is the most anticipated day. You descend over 600 meters (2000 feet) down the steep crater wall into the Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the world's largest intact volcanic caldera. Morning Game Drive in the Crater: The crater is a natural enclosure, creating a unique ecosystem with the highest density of wildlife in Africa. It's your best chance to see the endangered black rhinoceros. The Big Five (lion, elephant, buffalo, leopard, rhino) all reside here. You'll also see large herds of wildebeest and zebra, flocks of flamingos on the soda lake, and countless hyenas. Picnic Lunch by the Hippo Pool: You will stop for lunch at a beautiful picnic site near a hippo-filled pond. After several hours of spectacular game viewing, you begin the ascent out of the crater. You then start the journey back to Arusha. Late Afternoon, You will be dropped off at your hotel in Arusha or at the airport, marking the end of your incredible 1safari adventure. All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Ngorongoro Crater Stay: No accommodation (End of tour) Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Tour step
End of tour
Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost. You'll be dropped off at the airport.
Included
Park fees (For non-residents)
All activities (Unless labeled as optional)
All accommodation (Unless listed as upgrade)
Camping equipment
A professional driver/guide
All transportation (Unless labeled as optional)
All Taxes/VAT
Roundtrip airport transfer
Meals (As specified in the day-by-day section)
Drinking water (On all days)
Sleeping bag
Excluded
International flights (From/to home)
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
Bath towels
Tips (Tipping guideline US$10.00 pp per day)
Personal items (Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
Getting There
This tour starts and ends in Arusha
This operator can select your international flights, but you'll have to book them yourself
Fly to/from Kilimanjaro Airport (JRO - Check price) near Arusha. Or fly to/from Arusha Airport (ARK - Check price) via Dar es Salaam or Nairobi (Kenya)
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
Offered by
Herbivore African Expeditions
5.0 operator rating
31 reviews
Herbivore expeditions specializes in organizing custom private tours in Tanzania, focusing on safaris in iconic national parks like the Serengeti and the Ngorongoro Crater. These thrilling adventures can easily be paired with a delightful beach getaway. The itineraries include cultural encounters with locals, such as coffee farmers or the vibrant Maasai people. Working closely with you, we will meticulously plan and coordinate every aspect of your tour to ensure an unforgettable experience.
Office In
Tanzania
Size
5-10 employees (Founded in 2017)
Member Of
Tanzania Tourist Board
Tour Types
Custom budget & mid-range tours that can start every day
Destinations
Tanzania
Practical answers
Tour FAQs
Are rates charged per person?
Rates are per person and exclude the international flight from/to your home country.
Which currency is this tour priced in?
This tour is offered in US dollars (USD).
Can children join this tour?
This tour is unavailable for children.
Can this tour start on my preferred date?
If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.
Can the itinerary be customized?
You can request changes to this tour.
Where do travelers stay during this tour?
Budget camping Inside Tarangire NP – All Meals Included - Inside Tarangire NP – All Meals Included. Meals: All Meals Included
Where does this tour start and end?
This tour starts and ends in Arusha
Are airport transfers included?
A transfer from and back to the airport is included
Operator policy
Terms and Conditions
Disclaimer
This tour is offered by Herbivore African Expeditions, not SafariBookings.
This operator reserves the right to change rates advertised on SafariBookings.
If you request changes to this tour, the advertised rates will likely change.
The exact order, contents and rates of this tour are subject to availability.
This tour is subject to the terms & conditions of Herbivore African Expeditions.
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