6 Days Camping Safari in Tanzania
6 Days Camping Safari in Tanzania is a detailed Africa Last Minute safari product for travellers who want a guided route through Northern Tanzania. It can be quoted in different accommodation categories and transport styles depending on travel dates, comfort level, group size and budget.
Key Highlights
- Tanzania camping safari
- Six-day itinerary
- Adventure/budget style
- Detailed Tanzania route should be verified before quoting
- Professionally planned safari routing with driver-guide or lodge-guide support.
- Accommodation can be quoted in classic, mid-range, luxury or premium categories.
- Private, shared, road or fly-in versions can be built depending on product type.
- Works well as a standalone safari or as part of a larger Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania or beach itinerary.
Make This Journey Yours
Every Africa Last Minute itinerary is adjustable. Tell us your dates, guest profile, comfort level, and pace, and we will shape the package into a quote-ready travel proposal.
Itinerary
Arusha to Tarangire or Lake Manyara
Begin from Arusha and drive to the first northern-circuit park. For a camping safari, the guide should prepare guests for a more adventurous, close-to-nature experience with simple camp routines.
- Briefing: Confirm camping gear, luggage, meals, park route and safety expectations.
- Game drive: Explore Tarangire for elephants and baobab scenery, or Lake Manyara for forest, lake and birdlife depending on confirmed routing.
- Camp setup: Arrive at campsite, settle in and have dinner prepared by the safari team.
Transfer to Serengeti National Park
Travel toward the Serengeti through the Ngorongoro highlands. This is a long but rewarding day as the landscape opens into one of Africa's most famous ecosystems.
- Morning drive: Leave after breakfast and pass scenic highland areas.
- Serengeti entry: Enter the park and game drive toward camp.
- Evening camp: Dinner and overnight at the campsite.
Full Day Serengeti
Spend a full day in the Serengeti, with the route shaped by season, wildlife movement and camp location.
- Morning safari: Search for lions, cheetahs, hyenas, elephants, giraffes, buffalo and plains game.
- Picnic lunch: Carry lunch to maximize exploration time.
- Evening drive: Return to camp near sunset for dinner and rest.
Serengeti to Ngorongoro Area
Take a final Serengeti drive before heading toward the Ngorongoro Conservation Area.
- Morning game drive: Revisit productive areas before departure.
- Transfer: Drive toward Ngorongoro with wildlife viewing en route.
- Overnight: Camp near the crater rim or designated campsite according to confirmed arrangements.
Ngorongoro Crater Safari
Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for a concentrated wildlife-viewing day. This is often a highlight because of the density of animals in a compact landscape.
- Early descent: Enter the crater early with picnic lunch.
- Crater floor game drive: Search for lions, buffalo, wildebeest, zebras, hippos, hyenas and rhino where possible.
- Exit and camp: Ascend in the afternoon and continue to the overnight campsite.
Final Park Activity and Return to Arusha
Depending on the route, the final morning may include Lake Manyara, a short cultural stop or direct return to Arusha.
- Morning programme: Complete the last included activity or scenic transfer.
- Return: Arrive in Arusha for hotel drop-off or onward travel.
- Upgrade note: Offer lodge upgrades for guests who like the route but prefer more comfort.
What is included
- Safari transport in the quoted vehicle type, such as safari minivan, 4x4 Land Cruiser, shared vehicle or flight transfer where applicable.
- Services of a professional English-speaking driver-guide, lodge guide, ranger or activity guide during the listed safari components.
- Accommodation in the quoted lodge, camp, hotel, mountain hut or campsite category, subject to availability.
- Meals as specified in the final confirmed itinerary.
- Game drives, boat rides, trekking activities, mountain services or sightseeing stops specifically listed in the final quotation.
- Airport, hotel, lodge, airstrip or agreed-point transfers only where shown in the confirmed route.
- Government taxes and service charges related to the confirmed package unless separated in the quote.
What is excluded
- International flights, domestic flights unless specifically listed, airport taxes and airline extras.
- Visa fees, passport costs, travel insurance, vaccinations and personal medical expenses.
- Park fees, conservancy fees, marine park fees, gorilla permits, chimp permits, mountain fees or special permits unless expressly included.
- Drinks, laundry, telephone calls, room service, souvenirs and personal expenses.
- Tips and gratuities for driver-guides, lodge staff, porters, rangers, boat crews, mountain crew and community hosts.
- Optional extras such as balloon safaris, cultural visits, day rooms, beach extensions, golf, fishing, city tours or upgraded transfers unless stated as included.
- Any deviation from the confirmed itinerary caused by late arrival, missed flights, route changes, weather, park regulations or private guest requests.
Important Notes
- Confirm season, travel dates, group size and rooming list before quoting.
- Verify park fees, conservancy fees, permits and domestic flight schedules before confirming.
- State accommodation level clearly: classic, mid-range, luxury or premium. Avoid mixing lodge categories in one unclear price.
- Add realistic drive times and advise guests that road conditions can vary.
- Do not guarantee wildlife sightings, migration crossings, gorilla encounters beyond permit rules, or mountain summit success.
Optional Extras
- Lodge upgrade
- Private camping crew upgrade
- Sleeping-bag rental if not included
- Extra Serengeti night
- Airport transfer in Arusha
- Zanzibar beach extension
Frequently Asked Questions
Can this package be customized?
Yes. Accommodation level, vehicle type, start point, end point, pace and optional extras can be adjusted before quotation.
Are park fees included?
Only include park, conservancy or permit fees if they are clearly listed in the final confirmed quotation.
What should guests confirm before booking?
Travel dates, group size, rooming needs, flight times, preferred accommodation level and any special interests such as photography, culture, beach extensions or gorilla permits.
Are wildlife sightings guaranteed?
No. Wildlife sightings depend on nature, season, weather, guide skill and daily animal movement. The itinerary increases opportunity but cannot guarantee specific sightings.
Ideal Traveller
- First-time safari travellers who want a planned route.
- Couples, families and small groups looking for private or flexible safari arrangements.
- International visitors combining safari with Nairobi, the Kenya coast, Uganda, Tanzania or onward flights.
- Guests who want clear routing, lodge options and quotation support before booking.
- Adventure travellers who are comfortable with basic camping conditions.
