Discover our top best 5-day group budget safari from Arusha in Tanzania. Experience breathtaking wildlife: the Serengeti and Big Five, UNESCO Ngorongoro Crater, and Tarangire, known for tree-climbing lions and flamingos. Enjoy expert-guided game drives, stunning scenery, and budget-friendly accommodations. Book now for an unforgettable African adventure!
5 Days Group Budget Safari from Arusha in Tanzania (2026 - 2027) – Tour Summary
Tour Features for 5 Days Group Budget Safari from Arusha in Tanzania (2026 - 2027)
Standard of tour
Budget: This tour uses budget camping
Tour style
Group: This shared adventure places you in a small group setting
Customizable Tour
Feel free to request minor Changes to suit your preferences
Suitable for all travelers
Best for the year : 2026, 2027, 2028, and +
Activities and Transportation: 5 Days Group Budget Safari from Arusha in Tanzania (2026 - 2027)
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Activities: Game drives,
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Getting around: Pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle,
- In each car: The maximum number of client's seats are 7 (all are window seats)
5 Days Group Budget Safari from Arusha in Tanzania (2026 - 2027) - Tour details
Arusha to Tarangire National Park
In the morning, you'll depart at 7:00 AM to 8:00 AM, from Arusha and journey to Tarangire National Park will begun, where you'll witness the vastness of deserted termite mounds and ancient baobab trees. The expansive golden savannah is dominated by massive herds of African elephants, while the distinctive calls of yellow collared lovebirds echo for miles. The Tarangire's picturesque landscape is home to a diverse array of wildlife, including lions, giraffes, warthogs, ostriches, impalas, cheetahs, mongoose, buffaloes, and baboons. Your first night will be spent at the well-equipped budget lodge, where a delightful dinner will be served in the evening.
- Main Destination:
- Tarangire National Park
- Accommodation:
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Fig Tree Lodge And Camps OR Jambo Lodge And Camps
- Meals & Drinks:
Mto wa Mbu / Lake Manyara to Serengeti National Park
Once you've completed your delightful breakfast, you'll set off for the Serengeti National Park. Along the way, there's a chance to spot some unique wildlife as you pass through the rim of the Ngorongoro Crater. As Tanzania's oldest and most visited national park, designated as a world heritage site and recently recognized as one of the Seven Wonders of the World, the Serengeti is renowned for its annual herd migrations and thriving wildlife population. A picnic lunch awaits us on one of the rocky outcroppings called kopjes. Your game drive will take us deeper into the park, and afterward, you'll head to the Serengeti, where comprehensive budget camping facilities and a delicious meal will be provided.
- Main Destination:
- Serengeti National Park
- Accommodation:
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Tumbili Public Campsite
- Meals & Drinks:
Full Day Game Drive Safari in Serengeti National Park
Enjoy a leisurely breakfast before embarking on a full-day game drive, departing around 8:00 AM with a packed lunch, and returning to the lodge in the late afternoon around 6:00 PM. Alternatively, you can opt for an early start, departing at 6:00 AM for a morning game drive. Afterward, return to your accommodation for breakfast, enjoy a short rest, and head out again in the afternoon for another game drive with a packed lunch. Today, you'll explore the central Serengeti, particularly the renowned Seronera area, known for its rich wildlife and breathtaking landscapes. Serengeti National Park is famous for its impressive population of lions and leopards, and the Seronera region is one of the park's most abundant wildlife habitats. The Seronera River, a key water source, attracts a variety of species, including the famous lion prides that thrive in this area. During the off-season migration, you'll have the chance to witness the dynamic interactions within the lion prides.
- Main Destination:
- Serengeti National Park
- Accommodation:
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Tumbili Public Campsite
- Meals & Drinks:
Serengeti National Park to Ngorongoro Conservation Area
After enjoying a delicious breakfast, begin the day with a morning game drive in Serengeti National Park, where you’ll continue to explore the park’s stunning wildlife and dramatic landscapes. Whether you're spotting predators in action or witnessing vast herds of wildebeest, the Serengeti offers incredible opportunities for wildlife encounters. Later, depart for the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, enjoying a picnic lunch en route. Ngorongoro Crater, the world’s largest intact volcanic caldera, is a true natural wonder, measuring 14 kilometers across. Surrounded by a ring of extinct volcanoes, the crater floor is teeming with life, including nearly 30,000 animals that roam the vast expanse, filling the landscape with incredible biodiversity. The crater’s watering holes provide a prime opportunity for wildlife sightings, making it one of the most iconic safari destinations in the world.
- Main Destination:
- Serengeti National Park
- Accommodation:
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Simba Public Campsite
- Meals & Drinks:
Ngorongoro Crater to Arusha
Once you've completed your delightful breakfast the new day of experiencing Ngorongoro crater begins. Ngorongoro Crater route offers a unique and breathtaking safari experience Ngorongoro Crater, is one of the Seven Natural Wonders of Africa. The crater floor is teeming with wildlife, including the Big Five—lions, elephants, buffalo, leopards, and rhinos—along with zebras, wildebeests, and numerous bird species. Spend the day exploring the crater's diverse ecosystems, from grasslands to forested areas, before returning to Arusha in the evening, filled with unforgettable memories of this spectacular natural wonder.
- Main Destination:
- Ngorongoro Crater
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation
- Meals & Drinks:
What's Included
- Park Entrance fees
- Transport (4x4 Land Cruiser) with open roof
- Hot Lunch / Lunch Box
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunches, & dinner
- Ngorongoro Crater fees
- Camping Fees
- All Activities Mentioned
- Silver Accommodations
- Professional English-speaking safari guide
- Drinks: 1.5 bottle of water per day; tea and coffee
- 18% VAT on tour fees & services
What's Not Included
- Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
- Hot Air Balloon(US$650)
- Airport Pick Up
- Airport Drop off
- International Flights
- Domestic Flights
- Travel & Medical insurance
- Visa Cost
- Tip / Gratitude(10)
- Items of personal nature
- Laundry Services
- Alcoholic Beverages
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