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5-Day Tanzania Mixed Camping & Lodge Safari Tour

From
$1,381per person
Parks
Arusha · Tarangire NP · Serengeti NP · Ngorongoro Crater · Lake Manyara NP
Rating
★ 4.9 · 82 Reviews
Best Time
June – October
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What you'll experience

Guided safari days across Arusha, Tarangire NP, Serengeti NP, with wildlife viewing shaped around the season, park conditions, and the strongest areas for sightings on this route.

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Who it's for

Best for travelers looking for a budget / camping safari with private guiding, clear inclusions, and a 5 days / 4 nights Tanzania itinerary.

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How the journey flows

The journey starts with Arusha to Tarangire National Park and finishes with Lake Manyara National Park to Arusha, keeping the route practical and easy to follow.

What you'll see

Highlights of the journey

Six unforgettable moments curated into a single, well-paced safari — designed to deliver iconic experiences without rushing.

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Tarangire game drives among elephants, baobab trees, and seasonal wildlife concentrations

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Lake Manyara scenery, birdlife, hippos, and forest-fringe wildlife

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Serengeti game drives across open plains, kopjes, and predator-rich habitats

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Ngorongoro Crater descent for compact, high-density wildlife viewing

Professional driver-guide and safari vehicle arranged by Josh Dreamland Safari

Day by day

Your 5 Days / 4 Nights journey

Tap any day to expand. Early morning & late afternoon game drives when wildlife is most active.

Arusha Tarangire NP Serengeti NP Ngorongoro Crater Lake Manyara NP
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Arusha to Tarangire National Park

B L D Main destination: Tarangire National Park | Non-alcoholic drinks included

You'll be picked up from your hotel after breakfast and driven to Tarangire National Park, Tanzania's third-largest national park and sanctuary for an unusually large elephant population. Majestic baobab trees are an interesting feature of the park, dwarfing the animals that feed beneath them. Animals concentrate along the Tarangire River, which provides the only permanent water supply in the area. There is a great diversity of wildlife, including lions, leopards, cheetahs, and up to 6,000 elephants. The park is perfect for birdwatching, with over 300 species of birds. You'll go to the lodge, which is outside the park.

Overnight: Suricata Boma Lodge
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Mto wa Mbu to Serengeti National Park

B L D Main destination: Serengeti National Park | Non-alcoholic drinks included

After breakfast, you'll depart for Serengeti National Park, where you will have a game drive searching for large predators and herbivores, their prey. We'll stop for lunch at the Naabi Hill gate of Serengeti National Park. After lunch, we'll open the roof of the vehicle for a game drive, then head to our campsite for dinner and your overnight stay. Optional: On the way to the Serengeti, there are about 4 Maasai villages where tourists can visit. If you are interested, you can visit and experience Maasai life at an extra cost.

Overnight: Ang'ata Serengeti Camp
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Serengeti National Park to Ngorongoro Highlands

B L D Main destination: Serengeti National Park | Non-alcoholic drinks included

After breakfast, you will have a morning game drive on the plains of the Serengeti, with a picnic lunch until afternoon. Later, you'll proceed to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area for your overnight stay. You will have a game drive as you head to the Naabi Hill gate. You'll have lunch at the gate, then head to Ngorongoro.

Overnight: Budget camping Inside Serengeti NP
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Ngorongoro Crater

B L D Main destination: Ngorongoro Crater | Non-alcoholic drinks included

You'll descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for a game drive exploring the short-grass plains and Lake Magadi of the crater floor. This extinct volcano embraces 100 sq miles and is alive with lions, leopards, rhinos, elephants, buffalos, hippos, and much more wildlife. If you are lucky, you may see the rare black rhino. Later, you will ascend to the top and proceed to the camp for your overnight stay after enjoying the beauty of the Ngorongoro Crater.

Overnight: Suricata Boma Lodge
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Lake Manyara National Park to Arusha

B L D Main destination: Lake Manyara National Park | Non-alcoholic drinks included

You will drive to Lake Manyara National Park in the Great Rift Valley. After a picnic lunch in the park, which is home to colorful birds, elephants, and hippos, we will have an afternoon game drive. Later in the afternoon, we will transfer you to Arusha and drop you off at a preferred hotel.

Overnight: N/A – End of Tour
Plan your trip

When to go

Northern Tanzania is a year-round destination — the experience changes dramatically by season.

Jan
Calving
Feb
Calving
Mar
Quiet
Apr
Quiet
May
Quiet
Jun
Good
Jul
Peak ★
Aug
Peak ★
Sep
Peak ★
Oct
Peak ★
Nov
Good
Dec
Good
Peak Dry Season — best wildlife, river crossings Good Season — fewer crowds, lower prices Great Migration Calving — big-cat action Quiet / Green Season — lush, lowest prices
Your nights

Where you'll stay

Carefully selected lodges and camps — chosen for location, quality, and that unforgettable sense of place.

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Suricata Boma Lodge

📍 Tarangire National Park

Shared tour (max 6 people per vehicle) Mid-range Camping & Lodge

Night 1
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Ang'ata Serengeti Camp

📍 Serengeti National Park

Shared tour (max 6 people per vehicle) Mid-range Camping & Lodge

Night 2
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Budget camping Inside Serengeti NP

📍 Serengeti National Park

Shared tour (max 6 people per vehicle) Mid-range Camping & Lodge

Night 3
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Pricing

Transparent seasonal pricing

Budget / Camping Safari tier shown. The bigger your group, the lower the per-person cost.

By season — per person, sharing

Season Months 2 Pax 3–4 Pax 5+ Pax From
Peak Jul · Aug · Sep $1,590 $1,360 $1,280 $1,280
Good Jun · Oct · Nov · Dec $1,381 $1,180 $1,115 $1,115
Calving Jan · Feb $1,240 $1,060 $1,000 $1,000
Green Mar · Apr · May $1,170 $1,000 $950 $950
20% deposit secures your booking. Balance due 60 days before departure. Free cancellation up to 90 days before. Single-supplement and solo traveler rates can be adjusted from the admin pricing fields.
Quick reference — average per-person, budget / camping safari tier
2 Travelers
$1,381
per person
3–4 Travelers
$1,180
per person
5+ Travelers
$1,115
per person
Transparency

What's included & what's not

No surprises. Every cost is itemised here so you know exactly what your safari covers.

What's included
  • Park and conservation fees for non-residents
  • Safari vehicle and professional driver-guide
  • Accommodation as listed or similar
  • Meals listed in the itinerary
  • Drinking water during game drives
  • Airport, Arusha, or Zanzibar transfers where included by the route
  • All listed activities unless marked optional
  • Government taxes and VAT
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What's not included
  • International flights
  • Tanzania visa
  • Travel insurance
  • Tips for guide and lodge/camp staff
  • Personal expenses and souvenirs
  • Alcoholic and premium drinks unless stated
  • Optional activities not listed as included
  • Extra accommodation before or after the safari
Trip preparation

Know before you go

Everything you need to arrive prepared. We send a detailed preparation guide once your booking is confirmed.

Visa & entry

Tanzania e-visa or visa on arrival. Passport should have 6+ months validity and two blank pages.

Vaccinations

Yellow Fever may be required if arriving from a risk country. Malaria prevention is usually advised.

What to pack

Neutral layers, warm mornings jacket, sun hat, sunscreen, binoculars, camera, and soft duffel bag.

Money & tipping

USD cash is useful for tips and personal purchases. Newer, clean notes are easiest to use locally.

Health & safety

Drink bottled water, follow your guide in parks, and travel with medical and cancellation insurance.

Connectivity

Wi-Fi is available at many lodges but can be slower in remote areas. Local SIMs are easy to arrange.

What guests say

★ 4.9 · 82 Reviews TripAdvisor

300+ verified reviews from travellers across 50+ countries.

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"Josh and his team made our Tanzania dream come true. The guides were phenomenal — patient, knowledgeable, passionate. Every animal encounter felt personal."
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Sarah & Mark T.
USA · March 2025
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"Absolutely flawless from first WhatsApp message to airport drop-off. The Ngorongoro descent was life-changing. We saw every Big Five member in one day!"
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Jonas W.
Germany · August 2024
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"We've been on 5 African safaris and this was by far the best. Incredible value, genuine local knowledge, and they genuinely care about your experience."
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The Chen Family
Singapore · October 2024
Common questions

FAQs

Is 5-Day Tanzania Mixed Camping & Lodge Safari Tour private or shared?
Yes. This package is arranged as a private safari with your own vehicle and professional driver-guide unless you request a group-joining version.
What is included in the 5 Days / 4 Nights price?
The quote covers park and conservation fees, safari vehicle and guide, accommodation as listed or similar, drinking water during game drives, and B, L, L, D. International flights, visas, insurance, tips, and personal expenses are not included.
Can I customize this budget / camping safari?
Yes. Josh Dreamland Safari can adjust the pace, lodge level, start point, ending point, and add-ons such as balloon safaris, cultural visits, or Zanzibar beach days.
When is the best time for Arusha, Tarangire NP, Serengeti NP, Ngorongoro Crater?
Northern Tanzania works year-round. July to October is excellent for dry-season wildlife, January and February are strong for calving season, and March to May can offer quieter parks and better value.
What kind of accommodation is used?
Accommodation follows the package style shown on the page, using lodges, tented camps, or campsites matched to the route and availability. Equivalent alternatives are suggested before confirmation if a listed stay is full.
How much deposit is required?
A 20% deposit normally secures the booking, with the balance due before travel according to the payment terms on your final invoice.
How do transfers and transport work?
Safari transport is by road in a 4x4 safari vehicle with a pop-up roof. Airport or hotel transfers are included where listed in the final itinerary.
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