6 Days Tanzania Budget Safari

Overview

Tanzania’s Budget Safari is a popular and affordable way to explore the Northern Safari Circuit, including Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater, Tarangire, Lake Manyara, Arusha National Park, and Mt. Kilimanjaro. These parks offer diverse landscapes and wildlife, all within close reach, allowing a rewarding experience in a short time.

Accommodation options range from basic camping to budget lodges with essential amenities. We prefer using simple lodges for added comfort at a reasonable price.

Below is a sample itinerary, which will be tailored based on your travel dates, group size, ages, preferences, and budget.

Safari Highlights

•Best value for unforgettable wildlife encounters

•Designed for adventurous travelers who enjoy nature

•Explore Tanzania’s iconic parks and conservation areas on a budget

6 Days Tanzania Budget Safari

Day 1: Arrival – Arusha

Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, you’ll be welcomed by your private guide and transferred to your hotel in Arusha (approx. 1-hour drive). After check-in and a short safari briefing, enjoy the rest of the day at leisure.

Accommodation: Bed & Breakfast

Day 2: Arusha – Tarangire National Park

After early breakfast, depart for Tarangire National Park with packed lunch. Enjoy a full-day game drive in this scenic park known for its large elephant herds, baobab trees, and rich birdlife. In the evening, drive to Mto wa Mbu for overnight.

Accommodation: Full Board (B, L, D)

Day 3: Lake Manyara National Park

After breakfast, head to nearby Lake Manyara National Park for a full-day game drive. Known for its tree-climbing lions, hippos, flamingos, and scenic landscapes, this park offers great wildlife viewing. Return to Mto wa Mbu for overnight.

Accommodation: Full Board (B, L, D)

Day 4: Ngorongoro Crater – Serengeti

Depart early for a game drive in the Ngorongoro Crater with a picnic lunch. Spot the Big 5 and enjoy the incredible views. In the afternoon, continue to the Serengeti and overnight at a seasonal tented camp.

Accommodation: Full Board (B, L, D)

Day 5: Full Day Serengeti

Spend the day exploring the Serengeti with morning and afternoon game drives. Track wildlife including the Great Migration and enjoy the unmatched biodiversity of the park. Overnight at the same camp.

Accommodation: Full Board (B, L, D)

Day 6: Serengeti – Arusha / Departure

After breakfast, depart the Serengeti with packed lunch and drive back to Arusha via Ngorongoro. Proceed with your next travel plans or transfer to Kilimanjaro Airport for departure.

Trip Includes

Park Fees
All Activities (Unless Labelled As Optional)
All Accommodation As Stated In The Itinerary
Return Airport Transfer
Services Of A Professional Driver/Guide And Game Drive And Transfers In A Private 4×4 Land Cruiser With Pop-Up Roof
All Meals (As Specified In The Day-By-Day Section)
Bottled Mineral Water And Soft Drinks While On Safari
The Flight Between Seronera – Arusha

Trip Excludes

International Flights
Visa And Passport Fees
Tipping To Your Guide And Hotel Staff
Expenses Of Personal Nature (Drinks In Safari Lodges, Souvenirs, Travel Insurance, Covid Tests Etc.)
Optional Activities
Increases In Park Fees Where Applicable

Tailor-made is our business

Our Tanzania itineraries are like the spots on a leopard’s coat – each one is different. We’ll tailor-make your trip to suit your individual needs rather than simply asking you to choose.