7-Day Tanzania Safari + Waterfalls (Budget Adventure)

7-Day Tanzania Safari + Waterfalls (Budget Adventure)

📅 7 Days / 6 Nights 🏕️ Camping Safari 🦁 Big Five 🌿 Budget Adventure 👥 Private Guide 💵 From $2,000 / person

This 7-day budget safari blends classic wildlife experiences with culture and nature. Explore Tarangire National Park, Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Crater, and Lake Manyara National Park, plus enjoy waterfalls and hot springs near Mount Kilimanjaro.

Designed for budget travelers, this itinerary offers authentic camping experiences, fewer crowds, a rare night game drive, and cultural activities for a well-rounded safari.

Safari Highlights

  • Big Five safari across Northern Circuit
  • Night game drive in Lake Manyara
  • Camping inside national parks
  • Cultural visit and biking in Mto wa Mbu
  • Visit Materuni Waterfalls & Kikuletwa Hot Springs
  • Scenic views of Ngorongoro Highlands
  • Budget-friendly private safari
Day 1 Arrival in Arusha

Upon arrival at the airport, you will be welcomed and transferred to your hotel in Arusha. Depending on your arrival time, you may enjoy an optional short city tour or a sunset hike for scenic views.

This day allows you to relax and prepare for your safari adventure.

🏨 Lodge: Karibu Heritage House 🍽️ Meals: Meals at own expense
Day 2 Arusha to Tarangire National Park

After breakfast, drive to Tarangire National Park for a full-day game drive. The park is known for its large elephant herds, baobab trees, and diverse wildlife.

Enjoy extended game viewing into the late afternoon when wildlife activity increases and crowds reduce. Later, settle into your campsite inside the park for a peaceful night in the wild.

🏕️ Lodge: Budget Camping (Inside Tarangire NP) 🍽️ Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 3 Tarangire, Cultural Tour & Night Game Drive

Start with an early morning game drive in Tarangire before heading to the Lake Manyara area. After lunch and some rest, enjoy a cultural experience including village visits, local farms, and a short biking tour.

In the evening, head into Lake Manyara National Park for a unique night game drive, where you may spot nocturnal wildlife in a quiet and less crowded environment.

🏨 Lodge: Fig Tree Lodge 🍽️ Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 4 Ngorongoro Transit to Serengeti

After breakfast, travel through the Ngorongoro Conservation Area with a stop at a scenic viewpoint overlooking the crater. Continue to Serengeti National Park, arriving in time for lunch.

In the afternoon, enjoy a game drive across the famous plains before heading to your campsite.

🏕️ Lodge: Budget Camping (Inside Serengeti NP) 🍽️ Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 5 Serengeti to Ngorongoro Highlands

Begin the day with an early morning game drive in Serengeti, exploring different areas of the park in search of predators and grazing herds.

After lunch, depart for Ngorongoro and arrive at your campsite on the crater rim, preparing for the next day's exploration.

🏕️ Lodge: Budget Camping (Ngorongoro Area) 🍽️ Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 6 Ngorongoro Crater to Arusha

Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater early in the morning for a game drive. The crater floor offers excellent wildlife viewing, including lions, elephants, buffalo, zebras, and possibly black rhinos.

After lunch, ascend the crater and return to Arusha for overnight.

🏨 Lodge: Karibu Heritage House 🍽️ Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 7 Waterfalls & Hot Springs Experience

Today, explore the natural beauty around Mount Kilimanjaro. Begin with a guided hike to Materuni Waterfalls, where you can enjoy the scenery and a refreshing swim.

Continue with a local coffee experience before heading to Kikuletwa Hot Springs for relaxation in crystal-clear waters. Later, transfer to the airport for departure.

🏁 Accommodation: End of tour 🍽️ Meals: Breakfast & Lunch
✓ Included
  • Park fees (for non-residents)
  • All activities (as per itinerary)
  • Accommodation & camping equipment
  • Professional driver/guide
  • Private safari vehicle
  • All transportation
  • Airport transfers
  • All taxes and VAT
  • Meals (as specified)
  • Drinks (as specified)
  • Sleeping bag & bath towels
✗ Excluded
  • International flights
  • Visa fees
  • Travel insurance
  • Tips & gratuities
  • Personal expenses
  • Additional accommodation before/after tour
  • Government increases in taxes or park fees
  • Some meals (as specified)