Embark on our top best 5-day private budget safari from Dar es Salaam in Tanzania, exploring Tanzania's top wildlife parks. Visit Tarangire, Serengeti, and Ngorongoro Crater, home to the Big Five and other animals. Enjoy thrilling game drives, breathtaking landscapes, and comfortable, budget-friendly accommodations.
5 Days Private Budget Safari from Dar Es Salaam in Tanzania (2026 - 2027) – Tour Summary
Tour Features for 5 Days Private Budget Safari from Dar Es Salaam in Tanzania (2026 - 2027)
Standard of tour
Budget: This tour uses budget camping
Tour style
Private: This tour is arranged solely for you and will not be shared with others
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 Private Budget Safari from Dar Es Salaam 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 Private Budget Safari from Dar Es Salaam in Tanzania (2026 - 2027) - Tour details
Arusha to Tarangire National Park
Your adventure begins with a morning departure from Arusha, where you'll head towards Tarangire National Park. As you drive through the park’s wide-open landscapes, you’ll be greeted by towering baobab trees and the call of yellow-collared lovebirds. Tarangire is famed for its large elephant herds, and your guide will take you on a thrilling game drive through the park, where you might also spot lions, giraffes, warthogs, and even cheetahs. In the evening, you’ll settle into the cozy, well-equipped lodge at Lake Manyara / Mto wa Mbu, where a delicious dinner awaits to end your day in comfort.
- Main Destination:
- Tarangire National Park
- Accommodation:
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Fig Tree Lodge And Camps OR Jambo Lodge And Camps
- Meals & Drinks:
Lake Manyara / Mto wa Mbu to Serengeti National Park
After a filling breakfast, you'll set off for the Serengeti National Park, one of the world’s most famous safari destinations. Along the way, stop to admire the breathtaking views from the rim of the Ngorongoro Crater. The Serengeti’s vast plains are home to an abundance of wildlife. Your journey continues with a picnic lunch on one of the park’s rocky outcroppings called kopjes, before heading deeper into the Serengeti for your afternoon game drive. Your overnight stay will be at the Serengeti’s budget-friendly campsites, where you’ll enjoy a hearty meal and rest for the next day’s adventure.
- Main Destination:
- Serengeti National Park
- Accommodation:
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Tumbili Public Campsite
- Meals & Drinks:
Full Day Game Drive Safari in Serengeti National Park
After breakfast, embark on a full day of exploration in the Serengeti. You can either choose to start early with a sunrise game drive or opt for a more relaxed morning, then head out again for an afternoon drive. Either way, the Serengeti’s rich wildlife will leave you in awe—look out for lions, leopards, and herds of wildebeest, and be prepared for an exciting day filled with animal sightings. The Seronera area of the Serengeti, known for its incredible wildlife and scenic landscapes, is particularly rich in lion prides, so you’ll likely see plenty of action here. A picnic lunch will be provided as you continue your game drive, making for a relaxing and adventurous day in one of the world’s most famous wildlife reserves.
- Main Destination:
- Serengeti National Park
- Accommodation:
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Tumbili Public Campsite
- Meals & Drinks:
Serengeti National Park to Ngorongoro Conservation Area
Enjoy another morning game drive in Serengeti National Park before heading toward Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the world’s most extraordinary wildlife destinations. The crater floor is home to nearly 30,000 animals, including the Big Five. You’ll explore the crater’s lush landscapes and enjoy a picnic lunch along the way. After a day of adventure, you’ll arrive at the Ngorongoro Conservation Area for the night, where you'll enjoy a relaxing evening and rest up for the next day’s unforgettable experience.
- Main Destination:
- Serengeti National Park
- Accommodation:
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Simba Public Campsite
- Meals & Drinks:
Ngorongoro Crater & Return to Arusha
Today, you’ll descend into the Ngorongoro Crater, where you’ll experience the excitement of spotting the Big Five up close—lions, elephants, buffalo, leopards, and rhinos. The crater is a natural wonder, with diverse ecosystems ranging from grasslands to forests. You’ll spend the day exploring this incredible destination, taking in the rich biodiversity that fills the crater floor. In the afternoon, you’ll return to Arusha, filled with memories of your incredible safari adventure, which will stay with you long after you leave.
- Main Destination:
- Ngorongoro Crater
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation
- Meals & Drinks:
What's Included
- Park Entrance fees
- Ngorongoro Crater fees
- Camping Fees
- All Activities Mentioned
- Transport (4x4 Land Cruiser) with open roof
- Silver Accommodations
- Professional English-speaking safari guide
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunches, & dinner
- Drinks: 1.5 bottle of water per day; tea and coffee
- Airport Pick Up
- Airport Drop off
- Hot Lunch / Lunch Box
- 18% VAT on tour fees & services
- Pick Up from Kilimanjaro Airport to Arusha
What's Not Included
- Hot Air Balloon(US$650)
- International Flights
- Domestic Flights
- Travel & Medical insurance
- Visa Cost
- Tip / Gratitude(10)
- Items of personal nature
- Laundry Services
- Alcoholic Beverages
- Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
- Flight from Zanzibar/Dar es Salaam to Arusha/Kilimanjaro Airport
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