
About this experience
Real adventure, lower price tag
A budget camping safari is the most affordable way to see Tanzania's wildlife without sacrificing the quality of the guiding or the routes. You sleep in comfortable dome tents in designated campsites inside or just outside the national parks, with proper beds, sleeping bags, and hot meals cooked by your safari chef. The toilets and showers are shared and simple, but the experience is real - the sounds of the bush at night, the stars above the campfire, the proximity to the animals. Our camping safaris are private, with a 4x4 pop-top vehicle, a senior guide, a chef, and the full crew. They are designed for travellers who want the safari experience without the lodge price tag - typically $2,500 to $3,800 per person sharing for a 6-7 day northern circuit.
When to go
Pure wilderness immersion on your terms
Budget camping and lodge safaris deliver authentic wilderness experiences with professional guides and dedicated camp chefs.
Jan
Prime
Feb
Prime
Mar
Shoulder
Apr
Shoulder
May
Shoulder
Jun
Prime
Jul
Prime
Aug
Prime
Sep
Prime
Oct
Prime
Nov
Shoulder
Dec
Prime
July – October
Great weather and prime game viewing
Clear skies and dry trails make public campsites comfortable and wildlife easy to spot across Tarangire and Serengeti.
January – March
Southern Serengeti predator action
Witness massive herds in Ndutu with green scenery and warm days.
Insider tip
Public campsites inside National Parks put you right in the middle of nature at a fraction of lodge prices.
What's included
What makes this trip different
Comfortable dome tents with proper beds and sleeping bags
Private 4x4 safari vehicle, senior guide, and dedicated chef
Hot meals cooked in camp - often better than the lodge kitchens
All park fees, camping fees, and transfers included
Real adventure: the sounds of the bush, the stars at night
Optional upgrades to a mid-range lodge for part of the trip
All budget camping safari tours
4 ready-made itineraries to choose from

3-Day Tarangire & Lake Manyara · Camping Safari
A budget-friendly three-day camping safari exploring the elephants of Tarangire and the birdlife of Lake Manyara.

7-Day Signature Northern Circuit · Camping Safari
Experience the magic of Tarangire, Serengeti, Ngorongoro, and Lake Manyara on an authentic budget camping safari.

6-Day Budget Northern Tanzania Camping Safari
An authentic, budget-friendly safari through Tarangire, the Serengeti, and Ngorongoro - camping under the African sky.

4-Day Tarangire & Ngorongoro Big Five · Camping Safari
Ngorongoro Crater and Tarangire in just four days, staying at scenic public campsites.
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