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Migration on a Budget: 6-Day Wildebeest Camping Safari
6
Days
Trip Overview
This 6-day budget camping safari is perfect for adventurous travelers who want to experience the Great Wildebeest Migration without breaking the bank. You’ll camp under the stars in the heart of the Serengeti, witness the dramatic river crossings in the Northern Serengeti, and explore the wildlife-rich Ngorongoro Crater. With shared transportation, comfortable camping facilities, and expert guides, this trip offers an authentic and immersive safari experience.
Trip Highlights
- Witness the Great Wildebeest Migration, including thrilling river crossings in the Northern Serengeti
- Explore the Serengeti National Park, home to the largest concentration of wildlife in Africa.
- Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and wildlife paradise.
- Camp under the stars in the heart of the Serengeti and Ngorongoro.
- Enjoy shared game drives in a 4x4 safari vehicle with a pop-up roof.
- Experience the thrill of budget-friendly adventure without compromising on wildlife sightings.
Trip Itinerarie
Day 1 :
Arrival in Arusha
- Activities: Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO). Transfer to a budget hotel or campsite in Arusha.
- What to Expect: A warm welcome to Tanzania. Relax and prepare for your adventure.
- Wildlife Highlights: None (travel day).
- Timings: Arrival by late afternoon; transfer to hotel/campsite (1-hour drive).
- Distance Traveled: 50 km (31 miles) from JRO to Arusha.
- Meals: Dinner at the hotel/campsite.
- Accommodation: Budget hotel or campsite in Arusha.
Day 2 :
Tarangire National Park
- Activities: Morning drive to Tarangire National Park. Full-day game drive.
- What to Expect: Stunning landscapes with baobab trees and large elephant herds.
- Wildlife Highlights: Elephants, lions, leopards, giraffes, zebras, and over 500 bird species.
- Timings: Depart Arusha at 7:30 AM; 2.5-hour drive to Tarangire. Game drive until sunset.
- Distance Traveled: 120 km (75 miles) from Arusha to Tarangire.
- Meals: Breakfast at the hotel/campsite, picnic lunch in the park, dinner at the campsite.
- Accommodation: Public campsite in Tarangire.
- Activities: Drive to the Northern Serengeti. Witness wildebeest river crossings at the Mara River. Shared game drives.
- What to Expect: Dramatic river crossings, predator-prey interactions, and vast herds of wildebeest and zebras.
- Wildlife Highlights: Wildebeest, zebras, crocodiles, lions, cheetahs, and hippos.
- Timings: Depart Tarangire at 6:00 AM; 6-hour drive to Northern Serengeti. Game drives from 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM on arrival day, and full-day drives on Day 4.
- Distance Traveled: 280 km (174 miles) from Tarangire to Northern Serengeti.
- Meals: Breakfast at the campsite, picnic lunch, dinner at the campsite.
- Accommodation: Public campsite in Northern Serengeti.
- Activities: Drive to the Central Serengeti. Shared game drives.
- What to Expect: Vast plains teeming with wildlife, including wildebeest, zebras, and predators.
- Wildlife Highlights: Wildebeest, zebras, lions, leopards, cheetahs, hyenas, and buffalo.
- Timings: Depart Northern Serengeti at 7:00 AM; 3-hour drive to Central Serengeti. Game drives from 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM.
- Distance Traveled: 100 km (62 miles) from Northern to Central Serengeti.
- Meals: Breakfast at the campsite, picnic lunch, dinner at the campsite.
- Accommodation: Public campsite in Central Serengeti.
Day 5 :
Ngorongoro Crater
- Activities: Drive to the Ngorongoro Crater for a full-day game drive. Picnic lunch on the crater floor.
- What to Expect: A wildlife paradise with the highest density of predators in Africa.
- Wildlife Highlights: Black rhinos, lions, elephants, buffalo, flamingos, and hippos.
- Timings: Depart Central Serengeti at 6:00 AM; 3-hour drive to Ngorongoro Crater. Game drive from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM.
- Distance Traveled: 160 km (99 miles) from Central Serengeti to Ngorongoro Crater.
- Meals: Breakfast at the campsite, picnic lunch, dinner at the campsite.
- Accommodation: Public campsite near Ngorongoro Crater.
Day 6 :
Departure
- Activities: Morning transfer to Arusha or Kilimanjaro Airport for your international flight.
- What to Expect: A relaxed morning with breakfast before departure.
- Wildlife Highlights: None (travel day).
- Timings: Departure at 8:00 AM (3-hour drive to Arusha or 4-hour drive to JRO).
- Distance Traveled: 200 km (124 miles) from Ngorongoro to Arusha/JRO.
- Meals: Breakfast at the campsite.
- Accommodation: None (departure day).
Trip Includes
Trip excludes
Tanzania Safari Parks Map
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Is this safari suitable for children?
Yes, but children should be supervised at all times due to the wild nature of the parks.
Are there bathroom facilities at the campsites?
Yes, basic shared bathroom facilities are available.
Can I charge my devices during the safari?
Yes, most vehicles have charging ports, but it’s advisable to bring a power bank.
Is travel insurance required?
Yes, travel insurance is highly recommended for all safaris.
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