5-Day Budget Camping Northern Circuit Safari
Group Joining · 5 Days · Big Five · Budget Camping · Full Northern Circuit
Experience the full Northern Circuit of Tanzania on a budget visiting Tarangire National Park, the Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater, and Lake Manyara over 5 action-packed days. This group joining safari uses budget campsites inside the national parks, putting you right in the heart of the wilderness. Perfect for solo travellers, couples, and adventurers on a budget who want the complete Northern Circuit experience without compromise on wildlife quality.
✨ Safari Highlights
📋 Day-by-Day Itinerary
- Main Destination: Tarangire National Park
- Accommodation: Public Campsite (Budget Camping)
- Meals: Lunch & Dinner
- After breakfast, depart from Arusha and drive to Tarangire National Park, famous for its giant baobab trees and large elephant herds.
- Enjoy a full-day game drive with chances to see elephants, lions, giraffes, zebras, and more.
- In the evening, head to the campsite for dinner and overnight under the African sky.
- Main Destination: Serengeti National Park (Central)
- Accommodation: Public Campsite
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
- After breakfast, drive through the scenic Ngorongoro Highlands toward the Serengeti National Park.
- Arrive in time for an afternoon game drive in the endless plains of Seronera one of the richest wildlife areas in Africa.
- Dinner and overnight at campsite in Serengeti.
- Main Destination: Serengeti National Park
- Accommodation: Public Campsite
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
- Spend a full day exploring the Serengeti.
- Track predators like lions, cheetahs, and leopards, and witness large herds of wildebeest and zebras.
- Optional: Early morning or sunset game drive for maximum wildlife activity.
- Main Destination: Ngorongoro Conservation Area
- Accommodation: Public Campsite (Crater Rim)
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
- Enjoy a morning game drive in Serengeti before heading to Ngorongoro Conservation Area.
- Arrive at the crater rim with breathtaking views. Dinner and overnight at campsite.
- Main Destination: Ngorongoro Crater
- Meals: Breakfast & Lunch
- Early morning descent into the Ngorongoro Crater, one of the best places in Africa to spot the Big Five, including the rare black rhino.
- After a game drive and picnic lunch, return to Arusha in the afternoon.
💰 Safari Pricing
- Shared 4x4 safari vehicle
- Group joining experience
- Public campsite accommodation
- Camping equipment included
- Professional safari guide
- All park fees included
- Meals (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner)
- Smaller group size for better experience
- Priority window seat in safari vehicle
- Public campsite accommodation
- Camping equipment + sleeping bag included
- Professional safari guide
- All park fees included
- Meals + drinking water included
- Guaranteed window seat (max 6 per vehicle)
- Upgraded camping setup (better tents & mattresses)
- Private cook service
- Public campsite accommodation
- Professional safari guide
- All park fees included
- Meals, water + soft drinks included
All prices per person. Group discounts available. Contact us for custom pricing.
🏕️ Your Accommodations
Seronera Public Campsite
Ngorongoro Public Campsite
Lake Manyara Public Campsite
📍 Destinations You'll Visit
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Explore →✅ What's Included
- All national park fees (Tarangire, Serengeti & Ngorongoro Crater)
- Transport in a 4x4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof
- Professional English-speaking safari guide/driver
- All game drives as per itinerary
- Accommodation in public campsites (budget camping)
- All meals during safari (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner)
- Drinking water during safari
❌ Not Included
- International and domestic flights
- Visa fees
- Travel insurance
- Airport transfers (if not included in your package)
- Accommodation before and after safari
- Tips and gratuities (guide, cook)
- Optional activities
📸 Safari Photo Gallery
🌟 Experience Type
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Comfortable clothing (neutral colors)
Warm jacket (early mornings & evenings)
Sleeping bag (if not provided)
Flashlight or headlamp
Personal toiletries
Camera & binoculars
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