6 Days Tarangire, Lake Manyara, Serengeti & Ngorongoro Crater Budget Safari
Safari Overview
Experience the best of Northern Tanzania on this 6-day budget safari with WAZO SAFARIS, visiting Tarangire National Park, Lake Manyara National Park, the expansive Serengeti, and the breathtaking Ngorongoro Crater. This itinerary is designed for travelers who want a full Northern Circuit safari at an affordable price, with authentic wildlife encounters and three nights in the Serengeti for extended exploration.
The safari allows you to see the Big Five, herds of elephants, lions, zebras, wildebeests, and a variety of birds, all while staying in budget-friendly campsites or lodges. With ample time in the Serengeti, you can enjoy multiple game drives, photograph dramatic landscapes, and immerse yourself in the natural rhythm of the African wilderness.
Full Itinerary
Day 1
Arusha – Tarangire National Park
Your safari begins early with a pickup from your hotel in Arusha. After a short briefing from your professional guide, you will drive approximately 2–3 hours to Tarangire National Park, renowned for its towering baobab trees and large elephant herds.
The park’s Tarangire River attracts wildlife year-round, and during your afternoon game drive, you may observe elephants grazing along the riverbanks, lions resting in the shade of acacia trees, giraffes browsing the treetops, and zebras and wildebeests moving across the plains. A picnic lunch in the park allows you to relax surrounded by the sights and sounds of wildlife. Later, you will drive to your budget campsite or lodge for dinner and overnight.
OVERNIGHT:
Budget campsite or lodge
MEALS:
Lunch & Dinner
Day 2
Tarangire – Lake Manyara National Park
After breakfast, you will travel to Lake Manyara National Park, located at the base of the Great Rift Valley escarpment. Though smaller than other parks, Lake Manyara offers an impressive variety of habitats, including forests, open plains, and the shimmering alkaline lake.
During your game drives, you may encounter elephants moving through the forest, tree-climbing lions resting on acacia branches, hippos in the lake, and large flocks of flamingos along the shoreline. The afternoon is spent exploring both forested areas and open plains before you drive to your budget campsite near the Serengeti for dinner and overnight, preparing for your extended time in the park.
OVERNIGHT:
Budget campsite
MEALS:
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 3
Lake Manyara – Serengeti National Park
Following breakfast, you will enter the world-famous Serengeti National Park, traveling through scenic landscapes as you approach the vast plains. Upon arrival, you will embark on your first afternoon game drive in the Serengeti, where the endless savannah stretches to the horizon.
Here, lions rest atop rocky kopjes, cheetahs roam the plains, elephants wander in small herds, and wildebeests and zebras graze in abundance. Seasonal travelers may witness part of the Great Migration, a spectacular natural phenomenon. Your evening will be spent at a budget campsite or tented camp inside the Serengeti, where dinner is served under the stars.
OVERNIGHT:
Budget campsite
MEALS:
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 4
Full-Day Serengeti Exploration
Spend a full day exploring the Serengeti. Morning game drives provide the best opportunities to see predators at work, including lions hunting or resting and leopards perched in trees. Throughout the day, you will observe herbivores such as buffalo, giraffes, zebras, and wildebeests, along with smaller animals and a variety of bird species.
A picnic lunch is served in the bush, allowing you to soak in the vast landscapes and wildlife encounters. In the afternoon, your guide will take you through different regions of the park to maximize your chances of seeing unique animals and capturing unforgettable photographs. Return to your campsite for dinner and overnight under the African sky.
OVERNIGHT:
Budget campsite
MEALS:
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 5
Serengeti – Ngorongoro Crater
After an early breakfast, enjoy a final morning game drive in the Serengeti before departing for the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Arriving at the crater rim, you will enjoy breathtaking panoramic views of the volcanic depression below.
Dinner and overnight are at a budget lodge or campsite near the crater rim, providing a comfortable base for the next day’s exploration. The evening offers a peaceful setting with stunning vistas, the sounds of wildlife, and the chance to experience the unique atmosphere of the Ngorongoro Highlands.
OVERNIGHT:
Budget lodge
MEALS:
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 6
Ngorongoro Crater – Return to Arusha
Spend the entire day exploring the Ndutu region with morning and afternoon game drives. This area is known for excellent off-road wildlife viewing (where permitted), allowing closer encounters with animals.
Depending on the season, you may witness wildebeest calving, predator interactions, and large mixed herds grazing across the plains. The relatively open landscape makes wildlife spotting easier and photography rewarding. A picnic lunch is served during the day, and in the evening, you return to camp for dinner and overnight, enjoying the peaceful atmosphere of the Ndutu wilderness.
MEALS:
Breakfast, Lunch
Price Includes
- All meals on the safari.
- All Park entrance fees & taxes.
- All prices are quoted in US Dollars.
- Game Safari to National Parks as specified
- Private 4×4 wheel drive vehicle with a roof hatch and sliding windows
- First aid kit. Our guides are all trained in providing basic first aid.
- Charging station. So you can charge your phone, camera battery, or laptop while on the road.
- Water, Soft Drinks, Wine and Beers.
- Professional English speaking safari and tour guide / driver
- Wildlife tours according to your itinerary preferences.
- All game viewing activities specified Safari.
Price Excludes
- Gears
- Tips
- Travel Insurance
- Flights
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