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7 Days Budget Safari

Full Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival – Tarangire National Park

After pick-up from Kilimanjaro Airport or Arusha, drive to Tarangire National Park. Famous for its giant baobabs and large elephant herds. Afternoon game drive with chances to see lions, leopards, giraffes, and birdlife.

Accommodation: Burunge Tented Camp / Similar (Budget).

Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner.

Day 2: Tarangire – Central Serengeti

Early morning drive to Serengeti via the Ngorongoro Highlands. Afternoon game drive in central Serengeti plains. Expect to see predators like lions, cheetahs, and hyenas along with zebras and wildebeests.

Accommodation: Seronera Campsite / Budget Tented Camp.

Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner.

Day 3:Northern Serengeti

Head to northern Serengeti, famous for the Mara River crossing during the Great Migration (July–October). Game drive along the riverbanks for possible crocodile action and wildebeest crossings.

Accommodation: Nyani Campsite / Budget Camp.

Meal Plan:  Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner.

Day 4: Full Day in Northern Serengeti

Full-day game drive with picnic lunch in the wilderness. Search for elephants, hippos, lions, and vultures. In migration season, experience one of nature’s greatest spectacles.

Accommodation: Nyani Campsite / Budget Camp.

Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner.

Day 5: Northern Serengeti – Central Serengeti

Morning game drive in northern Serengeti before returning to central Serengeti. Afternoon game drive en route. Relax under the endless plains and enjoy the African sunset.

Accommodation: Seronera Campsite / Budget Lodge.

Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner.

Day 6:Serengeti – Ngorongoro Crater

Morning drive to Ngorongoro. Descend into the crater for a full-day game drive. The crater floor is home to the Big 5, hippos, flamingos, and diverse wildlife. Picnic lunch at Hippo Pool.

Accommodation: Simba Campsite (Crater Rim) / Budget Lodge.

Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 7: Lake Manyara – Departure

After breakfast, drive to Lake Manyara National Park. Famous for its tree-climbing lions, pink flamingos, and lush groundwater forest. Afternoon transfer to Arusha or Kilimanjaro Airport for departure.

Accommodation: No accommodation (Departure Day).

Meal Plan: Breakfast & Lunch.

Safari Highlights

Budget-friendly camping & tented stays near the parks

  • Elephants & baobabs in Tarangire.
  • Endless plains & Big 5 in Serengeti.
  • Wildebeest migration in Northern Serengeti (seasonal).
  • UNESCO heritage & Big 5 in Ngorongoro Crater.
  • Flamingos & tree-climbing lions in Lake Manyara.



Direction:

  • Park fees(For non-residents)
  • All activities(Unless labeled as optional)
  • All accommodation(Unless listed as upgrade)
  • A professional driver/guide
  • All transportation(Unless labeled as optional)
  • All Taxes/VAT
  • Roundtrip airport transfer
  • Meals(As specified in the day-by-day section)
  • Drinks(As specified in the day-by-day section)
  • International flights (From/to home)
  • Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
  • Tips (Tipping guideline US$10.00 pp per day)
  • Personal items
    (Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
  • Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees

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