This 5-day Tanzania budget camping safari covers two of the country’s most iconic destinations: Central Serengeti (1 night) and Ngorongoro Crater (1 night). Starting and ending in Arusha, the tour offers unforgettable wildlife encounters and breathtaking landscapes. Travel in a private 4×4 safari Land Cruiser, guided by experienced drivers who ensure a memorable experience. Accommodation at public campsites adds an authentic touch, immersing you in the true essence of an African safari. From the Serengeti’s endless plains to the unique Ngorongoro Crater, this adventure promises to be a once-in-a-lifetime experience.

Upon arrival at the airport (Kilimanjaro Airport JRO or Arusha Airport ARK), your private driver-guide will pick you up and transfer you to your accommodation for dinner and overnight, preparing for your safari adventure the next day.
Accommodation: Outpost Lodge
Meal Plan: Bed & Breakfast
After breakfast, we journey through the fertile highlands where the Iraqw people cultivate wheat, coffee, and corn. With a picnic lunch, we’ll pass through the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, enjoying breathtaking views of the Ngorongoro Crater. By midday, we’ll arrive at Serengeti National Park after a 6 to 7-hour drive. The park spans 15,000 km², featuring diverse landscapes such as grassy plains, swamps, lakes, and savannahs. Here, we may witness the iconic great migration of wildebeest, zebra, and antelope, depending on the season.
Accommodation: Public Campsite
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Start your day with an early morning game drive, capturing the stunning African sunrise and spotting active wildlife. After lunch in the Serengeti, we’ll continue with a mid-afternoon game drive toward Nabi Gate, then transfer to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. The crater, with its 2,000 ft walls and 102 sq. mile floor, is home to a vast array of wildlife, including the rare black rhino and massive tusked elephants. We’ll arrive at Ngorongoro in the evening for dinner and overnight at the campsite.
Accommodation: Simba A Public Campsite
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
After an early breakfast, we’ll explore the Ngorongoro Crater, the world’s largest volcanic caldera, spanning 20 km wide and 600 m deep. Known for its incredible biodiversity, the crater hosts the “Big Five” and over 500 bird species. If lucky, we may spot elusive rhinos and leopards. After a morning game drive, we return to the camp for lunch, collect our luggage, and drive back to Arusha, marking the end of this unforgettable adventure.
Accommodation: N/A
Meal Plan: Breakfast & Lunch
After a remarkable journey through Tanzania’s captivating landscapes and abundant wildlife, enjoy breakfast before your private transfer to Kilimanjaro International Airport or Arusha Airport for your onward journey, leaving with lifelong memories.
Note: This itinerary is flexible and can be customized to suit your preferences.








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Er ist immer auf unsere Wünsche eingegangen und hat uns so viel spannendes beigebracht. Ich würde es immer wieder machen und am besten auch wieder mit Raji!Posted on Trail27649203518Verified Safari trip with radji We was in safari with Radji and it was the best experience ever, he is also the best driver we could imagine for this trip!!! He also explained so much interessisting stuff for us and not just drive he really takes care of us.❤️Posted on Sandrine GVerified Unforgetable It was an amazing experience. The people we met during our stay in the Momella Lodge was amazing and the whole safari was incredible. A special thank you to Raji who spent 2 days with us and made it unforgetable. His knowledge about the animals is impressive. Thank you Raji for your kindness!Posted on Anne dVerified Kilimanjaro Dear african jackal team, we would like to thank you very much for the pleasant week with Bakari and his team! You helped us make our dream come true by reaching the summit of Kilimanjaro for which are very grateful! The Joy and happines from your team was contagious in a very good way! Asanteni sana!Posted on Meike HVerified Great week of safari! We had a very very nice safari trip with African Jackal. They arranged a pick up in a bit secluded place and we spent almost the whole week in the parks with them. Our guide Stiven was the sweetest and we felt really comfortable and secure with him. Despite the rain season and the Serengeti being very wet he got us where we needed to go safely. We saw a lot of animals, a lot of different landscapes and he could give us lots of information. The lodges, camps and food were also great. Margreth and Martin from African Jackal planned the whole trip custom for us, which was perfect. Would definitely recommend this company!Posted on Arnold KlunderVerified Geweldige Safari ervaring! Met 3 personen vanuit Arusha op safari geweest met African Jackle. Het was echt een geweldige ervaring om met onze gids Benjamin 5 dagen op pad te zijn in Tarangire, Lake Manyara, Ngorgoro en Serengetti. Het weer werkte goed mee (wolken, zon en af en toe vooral ‘s nachts een stevige bui) we hebben bijzonder veel dieren gezien onderweg. Ook het verblijf in de 3 kampen met safaritenten was uitstekend geregeld. Benjamin was telkens heel gastvrij en reuze gezellig in de omgang met ons. Bovendien had hij ontzettend veel kennis alle dieren, maar in het bijzonder over de vogels in alle parken. En hij is ook een geweldige chauffeur, zeker op de vele modderige “wegen”. En wat hebben we veel verschillende dieren gezien. Enkele grote groepen olifanten (tot 60+), een groep van 15 leeuwen, 2 luipaarden, een panter met een jong, ontelbare gnoes en antilopen in veel veel soorten. Helemaal bijzonder als de grote groep olifanten en de leeuwengroep even denken het tegen elkaar op te gaan nemen. Bij het vinden van de dieren speelt de communicatie tussen alle gidsen onderling ook een grote rol. Hierin was Benjamin ook een ster. Kortom een zeer geslaagde safari-week met deze organisatie en geweldige gids.Posted on Robin Paul van EckVerified African Jackal with an amazing private safari. Benji spotted everything. Camping, lions and also an Elephant at night. Private safari with African Jackal in December (my 60th birthday), just the three of us (father, mother, daughter). Benji was amazing as chauffeur and guide. Tanje’s food 3 times a day, lions at night. Really cool and I will not hesitate to book again. We visited 4 parks: Serengeti, Ngorongoro, Tarangire and Arusha (national Park).Posted on Job WVerified The best Ive used African Jackal twice and they have never disappointed! Went through the Serengeti and Ngorogoro twice and saw basically everything there was to see. Lions, leopard, cheetahs, elephants, rhinos, you name it. Our guide Norbert knew every rock and tree. I learned a lot about each animal and plant we saw. Food and camping equipment was exceptional, thanks to Thade, our cook. The flexibility in planning from African Jackel is also top notch and never had any issue in communication. 10/10 recommend for safari, climbing trips or anything else! Extra shoutout to Mwalimu Norbert and Master ya jikoni Thade, kwaherini! AyubuPosted on Miriam vVerified Fantastic five day Safari Our journey to Ngorongoro, Ndutu and Serengeti with African Jackal was an experience we'll never forget. We saw so many animals and slept at great camping places. Our driver/ guide Norbert was very experienced in driving the 4 x4 and, as a wildlife teacher, he could tell everything about the animals. Our chef Teddey made tasty meals which where presented in very nice ways.
Tanzania is a year-round destination, but the best time to visit depends on your activities.
For wildlife safaris, the dry seasons from June to October offer excellent game viewing, including the Great Migration in the Serengeti.
January to February is ideal for witnessing the calving season. For Mount Kilimanjaro treks, the best conditions are from January to March and June to October.
Beach lovers visiting Zanzibar will enjoy the dry months of December to February and June to October.
Obtaining a Tanzania visa is simple and convenient. You can apply online via the Tanzania eVisa Portal, at a Tanzanian embassy, or on arrival at major entry points such as airports and border crossings.
Requirements typically include a valid passport with at least six months’ validity, a completed application form, and payment of the visa fee.
A single-entry tourist visa costs $50 for most nationalities, while US citizens pay $100 for a multiple-entry visa.
The eVisa process usually takes about 10 business days for approval.
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