4 Days Lake Manyara, Serengeti & Ngorongoro Camping Safari
Destinations Arusha – Lake Manyara – Serengeti National Park – Ngorongoro Crater – Arusha
Duration
4 Days 3 Nights
Tour Type
Budget Camping Safari Private Safari with Local Guide Full-Board Meals Shared or Private Campsites
Group Size
Max 6pax/group
This 4-day camping safari is a great way to experience three of Tanzania’s most famous national parks on a budget. You’ll visit Lake Manyara with its tree-climbing lions, the open plains of the Serengeti, and the wildlife-rich Ngorongoro Crater. Nights are spent in tents at public campsites, giving you a real feel of the African wilderness while still enjoying hot meals and guided game drives.
Day 1: Arusha – Lake Manyara National Park
After breakfast, drive to Lake Manyara National Park. It’s a small but beautiful park with diverse animals including elephants, giraffes, baboons, and tree-climbing lions. Enjoy a game drive and picnic lunch. In the evening, head to your campsite for dinner and rest.
Overnight at a public campsite near Lake Manyara.
Day 2: Lake Manyara – Serengeti National Park
After breakfast, travel through the Ngorongoro highlands to Serengeti National Park. You’ll stop for wildlife viewing along the way and enjoy a game drive in the afternoon.
Overnight at a public campsite in Serengeti.
Day 3: Serengeti – Ngorongoro Conservation Area
Start the day with an early morning game drive in the Serengeti. After breakfast, continue with another drive as you head toward Ngorongoro. You’ll arrive at the campsite on the crater rim in the evening.
Overnight at a public campsite near the crater.
Day 4: Ngorongoro Crater – Arusha
After an early breakfast, descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for a half-day game drive. The crater is home to a variety of animals including rhinos, lions, and hippos. After lunch, drive back to Arusha where your safari ends.
Drop-off at your hotel or airport.
What’s Included
Private 4×4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof
All park entry fees and crater service fees
3 nights camping accommodation (tent, mattress, sleeping gear provided)
Full-time English-speaking safari driver-guide
All meals during safari (B, L, D)
Drinking water
Professional safari cook
Airport pick-up and drop-off (on request)
What’s Not Included
International airfare
Tanzania visa
Sleeping bags (available for rent)
Travel insurance
Tips for guide and cook
Personal items (snacks, drinks, souvenirs)
Why Book With Guru Safaris
Budget-Friendly Adventures: See top parks without overspending
Real Camping Experience: Sleep under the stars, close to nature
Private Trips: You control the pace and stops
Skilled Local Guides: Friendly and knowledgeable about animals and routes
Trusted and Safe: Well-maintained vehicles and camping gear