Tanzania · CAMPING SAFARIS

The 15 Best Camping Safaris in Tanzania

86 tours  ·  from $135 a head

A tent inside the park costs less than a lodge and puts you closer to what you came for. The 15 below compare group and private camping circuits out of Arusha on nights, park fees and what the crew actually carries.

4 Days Group Camping Safari - Day 1: Tarangire’s elephants and baobab trees
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4 Days Group Camping Safari

1.4 Days Group Camping Safari

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,101 reviews · from $900Our pick

Review this 4-day Tanzania camping safari covering Tarangire, Serengeti, and Ngorongoro, with wildlife tips, costs, camps, meals, and practical advice.

“we are family tour. we are so happy in this journey. the guidance are very professional. see big five. the chef is good. everyday food is fine. thanks all guys. excited experience”

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5 Days Group Camping Safari - Day One: Elephants and Baobabs in Tarangire
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5 Days Group Camping Safari

2.5 Days Group Camping Safari

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 730 reviews · from $1,100

Review this 5-day Tanzania camping safari from Arusha, covering Tarangire, Manyara, Serengeti, and Ngorongoro for $1,100.

“It’s a very well planned Safari that covers the top 4 national parks in Tanzania. Our guide was extremely well organized and went above and beyond to show us animals and birds and share information about it. The chef that cooked our mealRead more”

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3 Days Serengeti & Ngorongoro Group Camping Safari - Afternoon wildlife watching in Serengeti National Park
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3 Days Serengeti & Ngorongoro Group Camping Safari

5 Days Camping Tarangire, Serengeti & Ngorongoro crater & Visiting Maasai - Day 1: elephants, baobabs, and Tarangire River
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5 Days Camping Tarangire, Serengeti & Ngorongoro crater & Visiting Maasai

4.5 Days Camping Tarangire, Serengeti & Ngorongoro crater & Visiting Maasai

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 229 reviews · from $1,254

Review of a 5-day Tanzania camping safari from Arusha, covering Tarangire, Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater, and Mto wa Mbu.

“5 Tage pures Erlebnis. Angefangen von der tollen Organisation vor der Safari. Abholung vom Flughafen + Übernachtung hat super funktioniert. Während der Safari hatten wir mit Jacob den besten Guide und Fahrer an unserer Seite. Eine außergewöhnlich gute VerpflegRead more”

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2 Days Tarangire and Ngorongoro Group Camping Safari - A picnic lunch inside the park
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2 Days Tarangire and Ngorongoro Group Camping Safari

5.2 Days Tarangire and Ngorongoro Group Camping Safari

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 146 reviews · from $550Best value

Review of Suricata Safaris’ 2-day Tarangire and Ngorongoro camping trip, with wildlife highlights, costs, timing, logistics, and booking advice.

“Amazing staff and very responsive. Had a good experience of Tarangire abd Ngorongoro Crater wild life.....so real and cant describe enough.....nature beauty....thoroughly enjoyed our time in Tanzania with Suricata Safari”

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6 Days Tanzania Budget Camping Safari - Day 2: The long road to the Serengeti
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6 Days Tanzania Budget Camping Safari

6.6 Days Tanzania Budget Camping Safari

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 145 reviews · from $1,600

Review of a six-day Tanzania budget camping safari covering Tarangire, Serengeti, Ngorongoro, Lake Manyara, and Mto wa Mbu.

“It was an amazing safari. Way above our expectations! I went with a friend and we had an amazing time. We got Nuru as a guide and he made sure we saw as many animals as possible! He has a lot of knowledge and was able to answer all of Read more”

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3 Day Serengeti National Park & Ngorongoro Crater Camping Safari

3 Days Tarangire, Ngorongoro & Lake Manyara Group Camping Safari - Day one: elephants and baobabs in Tarangire
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3 Days Tarangire, Ngorongoro & Lake Manyara Group Camping Safari

8.3 Days Tarangire, Ngorongoro & Lake Manyara Group Camping Safari

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 102 reviews · from $700

Review of a 3-day Tanzania camping safari from Arusha, visiting Tarangire, Ngorongoro Crater, and Lake Manyara for $700.

“Ngorongoro was easily the best part of the trip! Overall, Suricata Safaris and Hilary were very communicative. Pickup and dropoff back in Arusha was easy. Our driver Lewis was knowledgeable and our cook Moussa provided delicious hot food! If I'm back in Tanzania for another safari, I will definitely be using the company again. Thanks!”

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5-Day private Camping Safari Tour in Tanzania - Day 2: Crossing toward the Serengeti
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5-Day private Camping Safari Tour in Tanzania

9.5-Day private Camping Safari Tour in Tanzania

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 86 reviews · from $2,300

Review of a 5-day private Tanzania camping safari through Tarangire, Serengeti, and Ngorongoro, with wildlife, meals, guides, and practical tips.

“This trip was a once in a lifetime experience! Suricata safaris has everything covered from the start, whether it’s car transport, meals, etc. there is absolutely nothing to worry about. However the best part was our guide Rocky. He is such a Read more”

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03 days Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater group (camping) - Day two: Serengeti cats, then the crater rim
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03 days Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater group (camping)

10.03 days Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater group (camping)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 75 reviews · from $815

Review of a 3-day Serengeti and Ngorongoro camping safari from Arusha, covering wildlife, camps, timing, value, guides, and practical tips.

“Wonderful experience ! We had a private safari and everything went so smooth. The driver is very experienced, the lodges are top notch and safe. We also got to see all the animals ( big 5 ✅ ). I really recommend Crater explorer.”

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04 Days Tarangire, Serengeti and Ngorongoro crater group (Camping - Day 2: The road to Serengeti via Nabi Hills
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04 Days Tarangire, Serengeti and Ngorongoro crater group (Camping

11.04 Days Tarangire, Serengeti and Ngorongoro crater group (Camping

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 66 reviews · from $970

Review of a four-day Tanzania camping safari through Tarangire, Serengeti, and Ngorongoro, with meals, game drives, and practical booking advice.

“Crater explorer was amazing!! If given the opportunity I would absolutely book again with them. They were organized, responsive and communicated with me the entire time we were planning our trip and during safari. They even helped us Read more”

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5 Days Serengeti Camping Safari - Day 1: Tarangire elephants and baobab country
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5 Days Serengeti Camping Safari

12.5 Days Serengeti Camping Safari

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 60 reviews · from $1,100

Review of a five-day Tanzania camping safari through Tarangire, Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater, and Lake Manyara for $1,100.

“our safari trip to the Serengeti National Park was an unforgettable experience. The park's incredible wildlife, scenic beauty, and unique camping experience made for an exciting and memorable adventure. We highly recommend the Serengeti as a must-visit destination for any safari enthusiast.”

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5 Days Camping Tarangire, Serengeti & Ngorongoro crater & Visiting Maasai - Day 1: elephants, baobabs, and Tarangire River
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5 Days Camping Tarangire, Serengeti & Ngorongoro crater & Visiting Maasai

13.5 Days Camping Tarangire, Serengeti & Ngorongoro crater & Visiting Maasai

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 58 reviews · from $1,280

Review of a 5-day Tanzania camping safari to Tarangire, Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater, and Mto wa Mbu, with practical value and planning advice.

“Around begining of the last year, I have decided to make a Safari trip in east Africa. After doing some research, soon I was sure that the option with Meru Slopes was very promising.”

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4 Days Group Joining Camping Safari to Tarangire Serengeti Ngorongoro Crater - What camping at Kizumba and Simba means
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4 Days Group Joining Camping Safari to Tarangire Serengeti Ngorongoro Crater

14.4 Days Group Joining Camping Safari to Tarangire Serengeti Ngorongoro Crater

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 50 reviews · from $970

Review of a four-day budget safari from Moshi to Tarangire, Serengeti, and Ngorongoro, with camping, meals, guides, and Big Five viewing.

“Avocet Tours were excellent- ask for Mike the guide and driver. He’s extraordinarily knowledgeable, kind and funny. We saw everything I wanted to see. I highly recommend this safari.”

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Arusha: Serengeti and Ngorongoro Multi-Day Camping Safari - Day 1: The long road into Serengeti National Park
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Arusha: Serengeti and Ngorongoro Multi-Day Camping Safari

15.Serengeti and Ngorongoro Multi-Day Camping Safari

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 46 reviews · 4 days · from $950

Four-day Tanzania camping safari from Arusha to Serengeti and Ngorongoro, with Big Five viewing, small groups, meals, and 4x4 game drives.

“Ali is a great tour guide. He drove well and showed us lots of animals. We were fortunate to see all the big 5. Christian is a amazing cook and served us delicious local food throughout the trip.”

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