3 Days Camping Safari
Overview
This adventure begins in Arusha and takes you to the elephant-rich Tarangire National Park, the awe-inspiring Ngorongoro Crater, and the scenic Lake Manyara National Park. Enjoy the unique experience of camping under the stars, daily game drives led by a professional guide, and the opportunity to witness the diverse wildlife and stunning landscapes that make Tanzania a premier safari destination. With all essential services included, from meals and transportation to park fees, this safari promises an unforgettable immersion into the heart of the African wilderness.
Detailed Itinerary
Day 1: Arusha to Tarangire National Park
Begin your adventure with an early morning pick-up from your hotel in Arusha, followed by a scenic 2-hour drive to Tarangire National Park. Upon arrival, embark on a thrilling game drive, spotting elephants, lions, leopards, zebras, and various antelope species. Enjoy a picnic lunch surrounded by the park’s natural beauty and continue exploring in the afternoon. In the evening, settle into your campsite within the park, enjoy a campfire dinner, and spend the night under the stars in your tent.
Day 2: Ngorongoro Crater
After an early breakfast, depart for Ngorongoro Conservation Area, a 3-hour drive offering stunning views of the Great Rift Valley and highlands. Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for a full day game drive, observing a high concentration of wildlife, including the Big Five. Have a picnic lunch by the hippo pool and continue exploring the diverse habitats within the crater. Ascend in the evening and head to your campsite on the crater rim, where you will enjoy a campfire dinner and an overnight stay in your tent.
Day 3: Lake Manyara National Park to Arusha
Start with an early breakfast at the campsite, then drive to Lake Manyara National Park, about 2 hours away. Enjoy a game drive in the park, famous for its tree-climbing lions, large flocks of flamingos, and diverse bird species. Have a picnic lunch with views of the lake and continue exploring in the afternoon. Depart Lake Manyara in the late afternoon and return to Arusha, arriving in the early evening for drop-off at your hotel or the airport.
- Camping accommodation for 2 nights
- Full board meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
- Transportation in a 4×4 safari vehicle
- Pick-up and drop-off from Arusha
- Game drives in Tarangire, Ngorongoro Crater, and Lake Manyara
- Professional English-speaking driver-guide
- Park entry fees and crater service fees
- Drinking water throughout the safari
- International flights
- Visa fees
- Travel insurance
- Optional activities (e.g., Maasai village visit, balloon safari)
- Personal expenses (tips, drinks, laundry, souvenirs)
- Accommodation before and after the safari
- Airport transfers not specified in the itinerary