Affordable Tanzania Safari Adventure: 5 Days Economy

See the Big Five in Tanzania's finest national parks

Destinations: 3 National Parks

Accommodation: Budget Camping

Meals: All Included

Transport: 4x4 Safari Vehicle

Children: Under 5 Free

Wildlife: Big Five Guaranteed

Why Choose This Safari?

• Local expert guides with deep wildlife knowledge, so every game drive gives you more.
• Small groups mean personal attention, so your experience feels more intimate.
• All camping gear is supplied (sleeping bags included), so you can travel light and relax.
• The right mix of adventure and comfort, so you never have to give up either.
• Children under 5 stay and eat FREE, so this safari works well for families.
• Groups of four or more adults qualify for discounts, so travelling with friends or family costs you less.

When to Take a 5 Days Tanzania Economy Safari

The best time for this 5-day Tanzania budget safari is the dry season (June–October), when animals crowd round rivers and waterholes and are easy to spot. You can still come at any time of year for a different experience.

• Tarangire: Top choice for elephants (July–October).
• Serengeti: Great Migration (June–July & Oct–Nov).
• Ngorongoro Crater: The Big Five can be seen all year round.

💡 Travellers on a budget can save in the green season (March–May), when rates are lower and crowds thinner. It is worth travelling then if you wish to dodge peak prices.

What Is the Price of a Five-Day Safari in Tanzania?

This 5-day Tanzania camping safari is priced at $990 per adult, covering park fees, accommodation, meals and transport. Children and groups also qualify for discounts.

• Children under 5: Free admission.
• Children 5–11: Reduced rates offered.
• Group discounts: Available for 4 or more adults.
• Upgrade option: Mid-range lodges or tented camps can be arranged for an extra charge.

Where You Stay on Safari

You will sleep at good-value budget-friendly campsites near the national parks. Every piece of camping gear (tents, mattresses and sleeping bags) is supplied, so all you need to do is turn up and relax.

• Lilac Campsite: Camping pitches in shade at Tarangire & Ngorongoro come with shower facilities and dining tents.
• Seronera Public Campsite: Within the Serengeti, great for sunrise and sunset drives.
• Upgrade available: Lodges and tented camps for added comfort.

Which Wildlife Will You See in 5 Days?

On this safari you have an excellent opportunity to see Tanzania’s Big Five along with many other celebrated animals. On top of that, every park has its own special draw:

• Tarangire: Huge elephant herds, giraffes and baobabs.
• Serengeti: Lions, cheetahs and the wildebeest migration.
• Ngorongoro: Rhinos, buffalo and flamingos at Lake Magadi.
• Lake Manyara: Famous for lions that climb trees & flamingos in their thousands.

Tips for Travellers on Their First Safari

• Bring light, neutral-coloured clothes (avoid bright colours). These help you blend into the surroundings while staying comfortable.
• Pack a good camera, binoculars and spare batteries so that no moment slips by.
• Remember sunscreen, a hat and insect repellent. They matter a great deal for keeping you safe and comfortable.
• Malaria prophylaxis is advised – talk to your doctor before you travel.
• Tipping guides/drivers is customary (roughly $10–15 per person/day), so budget for it.

Tarangire Park Guide: Elephants, Baobabs and Game Drives

Arusha - Tarangire Park Guide: Elephants, Baobabs and Game Drives

Your five-day Tanzania safari begins with an early collection in Arusha. We head to Tarangire National Park, which is famous for its enormous elephant herds. Day one of this budget safari in Tanzania includes a picnic lunch beneath the baobab trees and an afternoon game drive, before you settle into our comfortable campsite.

5-Day Tanzania Safari Highlight: Tarangire's elephant families

Accommodation: Lilac Campsite

Meals: Lunch, Dinner

Serengeti National Park

Tarangire - Serengeti National Park

Travel through the lovely Karatu highlands and the Ngorongoro Conservation Area to arrive in the Serengeti, the wild heart of Africa! You make for the Seronera area, famed for its wildlife-rich habitats and the Seronera River that sustains them.

Destination: Serengeti National Park (Seronera)

Accommodation: Seronera Camp (Nguchiro campsite)

Meals: All meals provided + drinking water

Serengeti to Ngorongoro

Serengeti - Ngorongoro Crater

Day 3 of your 5-day Tanzania safari opens with a stunning sunrise game drive in the Serengeti. After brunch we travel on to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. This middle day of your 5-day Tanzania budget safari mixes wildlife viewing with cultural encounters in equal measure.

5-Day Tanzania Budget Safari Feature: Sunrise game drive

Accommodation: Ngorongoro Simba Campsite

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Ngorongoro Crater

Ngorongoro Crater Experience

Descend into the crater for a superb wildlife day! Your skilled guide takes charge of the hunt for the "Big Five" - lion, buffalo, elephant, rhino and leopard. It is a wonderful setting for close photographs and for finding zebra, wildebeest and hyenas.

Highlight: Seeing the Big Five

Accommodation: Lilac campsite

Meals: All meals provided + drinking water

Lake Manyara & Return

Lake Manyara - Arusha

Day five of your memorable 5-day Tanzania budget safari ends at Lake Manyara National Park. Known for its tree-climbing lions, the park is a fitting close to this 5-day Tanzania safari. Following lunch and a visit to a Maasai village, we drive you back to Arusha, your head full of lasting memories.

5-Day Tanzania Safari Finale: Lions in the trees

Departure: Dropped off in Arusha in the evening

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Economy Safari Price

Per adult (Children under 5 FREE )

Get Your Quote

Your Safari Quote

What Your 5 Days Tanzania Economy Safari Includes

Park fees for non-residents (value: $300+)

All activities (6 game drives + Maasai village visit)

4 nights accommodation in quality campsites

Professional guide/driver (English-speaking)

Your own 4x4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof

All meals (5 breakfasts, 5 lunches, 4 dinners)

Camping equipment (tents, mattresses, sleeping bags)

Airport transfers (both arrival and departure)

Excluded from Your 5 Days Tanzania Economy Safari

International flights (to/from Kilimanjaro)

Additional accommodation (before/after safari)

Tips (recommended $10-15 per person per day)

Personal items (souvenirs, snacks, etc.)

Travel insurance (medical & evacuation)

Bath towels & personal toiletries

Big Five Wildlife

Stunning Landscapes

Cultural Experience

Flight Information

Arusha is where the tour starts and finishes. Flying in or out via:

• Kilimanjaro Airport (JRO) - Close to Arusha (recommended)
• Arusha Airport (ARK) - Via Dar es Salaam or Nairobi

Airport transfers are covered. Extra accommodation can be arranged at additional cost.

Pick the standard of accommodation that fits you best

Economy Camping Experience

Per adult (Children under 5 FREE )

Included Features:

• Shared campsites within national parks
• Basic camping equipment provided
• Communal bathroom facilities
• Every meal cooked by the camp chef
• Wildlife viewing identical to the higher tiers

Comfort Lodge Experience

Per adult (Children under 5 FREE: $925)

Included Features:

• Comfortable lodge accommodations
• En-suite bathrooms with hot showers
• Pools at the majority of lodges
• Restaurant-quality meals
• Upgraded safari vehicle with charging ports

Premium Tented Camp Stay

Per adult (Children under 5 FREE: $1,495)

Included Features:

• Premium tented camps with king beds
• Private verandas with wildlife views
• Fine dining and premium drinks
• Private butler service
• Private wildlife viewing zones

Book Your Preferred Option

Your questions about our 5-day Tanzania budget safari, answered

Our 5-day Tanzania budget safari pairs low prices with plenty of wildlife, taking in Tarangire, Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater. You can look for the Big Five from comfortable campsites, with every meal and all guided game drives covered.

Yes, of course! Our 5-day Tanzania budget safari welcomes families. Children under 5 stay and eat free when sharing with their parents. Game drives are fun at any age, and we can tweak the timetable a little for families with small children.

Look forward to the Big Five, plus zebras, giraffes, wildebeest, hippos and a wide range of birds. Tarangire is known for its elephants, Serengeti for its predators and Ngorongoro for its dense concentration of wildlife.

The price includes park fees, lodging, meals, drinking water, a professional guide, the safari vehicle, camping gear and airport transfers. International flights, gratuities, personal spending and travel insurance are not part of it.

The safari operates all year. June–October is the best period for wildlife, while November–May brings green scenery and fewer visitors, and April–May often has discounts.

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