3 Days Northern Tanzania Safari – Budget Camping

Discover the highlights of northern Tanzania on this 3-day budget camping safari. Explore Tarangire’s elephant-filled savannah, Lake Manyara’s diverse forests and flamingos, and descend into the world-famous Ngorongoro Crater. Spend your nights at public campsites under the stars, enjoying the real African wilderness experience.

Duration: 3 Days / 2 Nights
Destinations: Arusha • Tarangire • Lake Manyara • Ngorongoro Crater
Safari Type: Budget Camping Safari
Start/End: Arusha, Tanzania

Safari Highlights

See Tarangire’s massive elephant herds and iconic baobab trees.
Spot Lake Manyara’s tree-climbing lions, hippos, and flamingos.
Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater — home of the Big Five.
Enjoy scenic drives and nights under the African sky.
Ideal for short-stay travelers wanting maximum wildlife.

🗓️ Itinerary Overview

Day 1: Arusha → Tarangire National Park

Depart Arusha after breakfast and drive to Tarangire National Park, known for elephants, baobabs, and incredible wildlife along the Tarangire River. Enjoy a full-day game drive.

Accommodation (Budget Camping):
⭐ Tarangire Public Campsite
Meals: Lunch & Dinner

Day 2: Tarangire → Lake Manyara National Park

After breakfast, drive to Lake Manyara National Park, famous for its lush forests, hippo-filled pools, and the rare tree-climbing lions. Enjoy a full game drive before heading to Mto wa Mbu for camping.

Accommodation (Budget Camping):
⭐ Migombani Campsite / Lilac Campsite
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 3: Lake Manyara → Ngorongoro Crater → Arusha

Early morning drive to Ngorongoro Crater for a 5–6 hour game drive on the crater floor — one of the best wildlife viewing spots in Africa with lions, elephants, buffalos, zebras, hyenas, and black rhinos.

Picnic lunch at the hippo pool, then return to Arusha in the late afternoon.

Meals: Breakfast & Lunch