6 Days Tanzania Camping Safari – Complete Wildlife Journey

✔ Explore the Top Four Wildlife Destinations

This 6-day Tanzania camping safari covers Tarangire National Park, Lake Manyara National Park, Serengeti National Park, and the world-famous Ngorongoro Crater. Each park offers its own unique ecosystem and wildlife, maximizing your chances of seeing elephants, lions, giraffes, hippos, buffaloes, zebras, wildebeests, and rare black rhinos.

✔ Authentic Wilderness Camping

Experience Tanzania the classic way — camping in public campsites close to nature. Enjoy nights under the stars with the sounds of lions roaring in the distance, hyenas laughing, and birds singing at dawn. All camping gear is provided for a comfortable and memorable stay.

✔ Professional Safari Chef & Fresh Meals Daily

Your safari includes a dedicated chef who prepares delicious breakfasts, hot dinners at the campsite, and fresh picnic lunches during game drives. Meals are designed to keep you energized and comfortable throughout the journey.

✔ Extended Game Drives

With six full days on safari, you enjoy long morning, afternoon, and sometimes full-day game drives — maximizing wildlife sightings, migration opportunities, and photography moments.

✔ Expert Local Driver-Guide

Your safari guide is a trained wildlife expert who explains animal behavior, natural habitats, ecological patterns, and Maasai culture. This transforms your trip into an educational and immersive experience.

Day 1: Arusha to Tarangire National Park

Depart from Arusha in the morning and head to Tarangire National Park, known for its massive elephant population and iconic baobab trees. Enjoy a full-day game drive exploring river valleys, woodlands, and open savannahs. Spot elephants, lions, zebras, giraffes, wildebeests, and countless bird species. Have your picnic lunch inside the park. In the evening, drive to a campsite near Mto wa Mbu for dinner and overnight, with a campfire and sunset views.

Day 2: Lake Manyara National Park

After breakfast, drive to Lake Manyara National Park. Explore its lush forests, hot springs, grassy floodplains, and the picturesque alkaline lake. Look for tree-climbing lions, large troops of baboons, elephants, hippos, flamingos, and other birdlife. Enjoy a picnic lunch by the lake followed by an afternoon game drive. Return to the campsite for dinner and overnight under the stars.

Day 3: Manyara to Serengeti National Park

Start your scenic journey toward the Serengeti, passing through the Ngorongoro highlands and descending onto the endless Serengeti plains. Stop at the Ngorongoro viewpoint for panoramic photos. Enter Serengeti via Naabi Hill Gate where lunch is served. Enjoy an afternoon game drive as you search for big cats like lions, leopards, and cheetahs, along with elephants, buffaloes, hippos, and giraffes. Dinner and overnight at a public campsite in the Serengeti.

Day 4: Full-Day Serengeti Exploration

Spend your entire day exploring the Serengeti — one of Africa’s greatest wildlife sanctuaries. Early morning game drives offer the best chances to see predators hunting or patrolling. Drive through valleys, kopjes, riverbanks, and open plains filled with wildlife. Depending on the season, witness parts of the Great Migration: thousands of wildebeests, zebras, and gazelles in motion. Enjoy a picnic lunch in the park before continuing the afternoon safari. Return to camp for dinner and overnight.

Day 5: Serengeti to Ngorongoro Conservation Area

Begin your day with a sunrise game drive in the Serengeti. Afterward, head back to camp for a late breakfast and then begin your journey to Ngorongoro. Drive slowly through the plains, spotting wildlife along the way. Arrive at Simba Campsite on the crater rim for dinner and overnight. The campsite offers breathtaking sunset views and cool highland breezes — a perfect way to end your day.

Day 6: Ngorongoro Crater Tour & Return to Arusha

After an early breakfast, descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for a full-day wildlife adventure. The crater is home to nearly every species in East Africa, including the endangered black rhino. Explore grasslands, forests, and hippo-filled swamps. Spot lions, elephants, buffaloes, zebras, wildebeests, warthogs, hyenas, and flamingos. Enjoy your picnic lunch at the hippo pool viewpoint. In the afternoon, ascend the crater rim and return to Arusha, arriving in the early evening — marking the end of your unforgettable 6-day camping safari.

✔ More Days, More Wildlife

With six days, you explore four major parks and spend extended time in the Serengeti, increasing your chances of spotting all Big Five animals.

✔ Authentic & Immersive

Camping brings you closer to nature and gives you a raw, powerful safari experience that lodges cannot match.

✔ Ideal for Wildlife Lovers & Photographers

Longer game drives, multiple ecosystems, and sunrise–sunset lighting create perfect conditions for wildlife photography.

✔ Professional Team Support

Your guide and chef ensure comfort, safety, delicious meals, and a smooth safari from start to finish.

✔ Affordable but High-Value

This safari provides top-quality wildlife viewing and adventure at a budget-friendly rate — ideal for solo travelers, couples, and groups.

Q: What is included in the safari?

A: Park fees, crater fees, camping fees, tents, sleeping bags, mattresses, unlimited water, meals, professional guide, transportation, and airport pick-up.

Q: What types of meals will be served?

A: Fresh breakfast, hot dinners, and picnic lunches prepared by your safari chef. Special diets are available upon request.

Q: Is the camping safe?

A: Yes, campsites are secure, and your guide is always present. You will be briefed on safety measures.

Q: Can I charge my camera and phone?

A: Yes, charging is available from the jeep. Some campsites also have limited power outlets.

Q: Are park fees included?

A: Yes, all entry fees, conservation fees, and crater fees are included unless otherwise mentioned.

Q: How many people are in the vehicle?

A: Usually 6–7 people in a 4x4 pop-up roof safari jeep for perfect wildlife viewing.

Q: What should I pack?

Warm jacket, flashlight, comfortable walking shoes, sunscreen, hat, camera, toiletries, and a power bank.