Tanzania budget safari
3 days Tanzania budget safari to Serengeti and Ngorongoro cost $600 per person. 3 days budget safari is the best adventure without breaking the bank
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Safari summary
3 Days Tanzania Budget Safari Overview
The 3 days Tanzania budget safari is a perfect short adventure for travelers who want to explore the country's most iconic parks without overspending. This trip is designed for budget-conscious travelers who want to experience authentic camping, amazing wildlife encounters, and beautiful landscapes in just a few days, all while enjoying the expertise of professional safari guides.
3 Days Tanzania Budget Safari Destinations
This budget safari covers some of Tanzania’s most breathtaking locations: Serengeti National Park and Ngorongoro Crater. In Serengeti, you’ll experience the endless plains and a wealth of wildlife including lions, elephants, and cheetahs. Ngorongoro Crater offers a stunning setting filled with dense animal populations, making it one of the best places in Africa to spot the Big Five.
3 Days Tanzania Budget Safari Itinerary Summary
Your journey begins on Day 1 with an early morning departure from Arusha, driving through Ngorongoro towards the vast Serengeti plains for a game drive, followed by an overnight stay at Nyani Public Campsite. On Day 2, enjoy a full morning game drive in Serengeti before heading back through Ngorongoro and spending the night at Simba Campsite. Day 3 is devoted to a thrilling game drive in Ngorongoro Crater before returning to Arusha, completing a compact but unforgettable safari experience.
3 Days Tanzania Budget Safari Accommodations
During the safari, accommodations are in public campsites. You'll stay at Nyani Public Campsite in Serengeti and Simba Campsite near Ngorongoro Crater. All camping equipment such as tents, sleeping bags, and mattresses are provided, offering a true wilderness experience while ensuring basic comfort throughout your safari.
3 Days Tanzania Budget Safari Cost and Price
The total cost for the 3-day Tanzania budget safari is approximately $600 per person. This price includes park entrance fees, camping accommodations, meals, transportation in a 4x4 safari vehicle, professional guide services, and all necessary camping gear—offering great value for an authentic Tanzanian safari adventure.
3 Days Tanzania Budget Safari Wildlife Encounters
This safari provides fantastic wildlife viewing opportunities. Serengeti teems with predators like lions, leopards, and cheetahs, and depending on the season, you might witness the Great Migration. Ngorongoro Crater offers an unbeatable chance to spot the Big Five, along with hippos, zebras, and countless bird species, all within a stunning natural amphitheater.
3 Days Tanzania Safari: Why Budget
Choosing a budget safari doesn’t mean compromising the experience; it means immersing yourself deeper into the wild while maintaining affordability. Camping under the African stars, hearing lions roar at night, and waking up to nature’s chorus delivers a raw and authentic experience that many luxury travelers miss. Budget safaris offer adventure, authenticity, and incredible memories at a fraction of the cost.
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About this tour
Tour type | Set-date, set-itinerary, group | |
Main focus | Game drives | |
Activity level | Easy activity | |
Best months | All months | |
Countries | ||
Parks |
What’s included?
- Accommodation
- Airport transfers
- All drinks
- Meals
- Park fees
- Private vehicle and driver
What’s not included?
- Hot air balloons
- Internal flights
- International flights
- Tips and gratuities
- Visas
Itinerary
Arusha to Serengeti
Serengeti
Early departure from Arusha in a shared 4x4 via Ngorongoro Highlands. Enter Serengeti for afternoon game drives spotting lions, elephants, and wildebeest herds. Enjoy packed lunch at Naabi Hill picnic site. Arrive at budget Nyani Campsite with basic tents and shared facilities. Dinner around the campfire under starry skies. Listen to nocturnal wildlife sounds from your tent before resting for tomorrow's adventure.
Nyani Campsite Serengeti
Serengeti to Ngorongoro
Serengeti
Sunrise game drive to see predators hunting and hippos in rivers. Packed breakfast in the bush. Continue wildlife viewing across Serengeti plains. Afternoon transfer to Simba Campsite on Ngorongoro crater rim. Basic but clean tents with spectacular views. Shared bathroom facilities available. Enjoy hearty dinner while preparing for tomorrow's crater descent. Early night for the big day ahead.
Simba Campsite Ngorongoro
Ngorongoro and back to Arusha
Ngorongoro Crater
Dawn descent into crater for amazing wildlife viewing. Spot rhinos, lions, and flamingos in this natural wonder. Packed lunch at hippo pool viewpoint. Final game drives before ascending crater walls. Return to Arusha by evening in shared vehicle. Drop-off at your hotel with unforgettable memories of Tanzania's wildlife on this affordable safari experience.
Arusha
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