serengeti budget safari - Serengeti Wildlife Safaris

serengeti budget safari

6 Days 5 Nights

Overview

This serengeti budget safari is run by Serengeti Wildlife Safaris, a locally based Tanzanian operator. You travel with an experienced local guide, and we plan every detail with you.

Why book this serengeti budget safari with us

First, every serengeti budget safari we run is tailor-made, so we can adjust the dates, accommodation and pace. In addition, our local team supports you from arrival to departure. Before you travel, you can also read about the area on the official Tanzania National Parks (TANAPA) website. For more ideas, see our other Serengeti National Park tours.

Experience the very best of Northern Tanzania on this exciting 6-Day Wildlife Adventure Safari. This Serengeti Budget Safari combines breathtaking landscapes, exceptional wildlife viewing and comfortable accommodation for an unforgettable African safari.

From the moment you arrive in Arusha, you enjoy Tanzania's warm hospitality. Then you set off on an incredible journey through some of Africa's most famous wildlife destinations.

Tarangire, Serengeti and Ngorongoro

Your adventure begins in Tarangire National Park, famous for its giant baobab trees, large elephant herds and diverse wildlife. Next, continue to the world-famous Serengeti National Park. Here, endless plains host lions, leopards, cheetahs, elephants, giraffes and zebras. Depending on the season, you may also see the spectacular Great Migration.

The journey then takes you to the magnificent Ngorongoro Conservation Area. It is home to the world's largest intact volcanic caldera and one of the best places in Africa to spot the Big Five. Overall, this Serengeti Budget Safari offers an excellent balance of affordability, adventure and authentic wildlife encounters.

Throughout the safari, you enjoy professional guiding, comfortable accommodation, delicious meals and unforgettable game drives. Whether you are a first-time visitor to Africa or a seasoned traveler, you get the perfect mix of adventure, wildlife, scenery and culture. Finally, you head home with wonderful memories of Tanzania's incredible nature and wildlife.

Itinerary

When you land at Kilimanjaro International Airport or Arusha Airport, our safari representative welcomes you. Then we transfer you to Njiro Legacy in Arusha. On the drive, you get your first glimpse of Tanzania's beautiful landscapes, busy towns and the distant views of Mount Meru.

After checking in, take time to relax and recover from your international journey. Depending on your arrival time, you may enjoy a leisurely walk around the lodge grounds, relax in the garden or simply unwind.

Later, your guide gives you a full safari briefing. For example, the guide explains the itinerary, the wildlife to expect, park rules and essential travel information.

Arusha is the gateway to Tanzania's famous northern safari circuit and an excellent introduction to the country. The city is also surrounded by fertile farmland, coffee plantations and scenic mountain views. In the evening, enjoy a delicious dinner at the lodge while you look forward to the adventure ahead.

Accommodation: Njiro Legacy

Meals: Lunch and Dinner

After an early breakfast, leave Arusha and begin your journey to Tarangire National Park. The drive takes approximately two hours through picturesque Maasai villages and rolling countryside. On arrival, start an exciting game drive in one of Tanzania's most beautiful national parks.

Tarangire is famous for its large elephant populations and the ancient baobab trees that dominate the landscape. The Tarangire River is also a vital water source, so it attracts a remarkable concentration of wildlife all year. During your game drive, look for elephants, lions, giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, impalas, warthogs and many bird species.

At midday, enjoy a picnic lunch in the park, surrounded by nature. Then explore other sections of the park in the afternoon. Meanwhile, your guide searches for wildlife and shares fascinating facts about the ecosystem.

As the sun begins to set, leave the park and continue to Ngare Lodge for dinner and overnight. Finally, relax in the peaceful surroundings before the next stage of your safari adventure.

Accommodation: Ngare Lodge

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

After breakfast, set off for the legendary Serengeti National Park. The journey passes through the Ngorongoro Highlands, with spectacular scenery and Tanzania's diverse landscapes all around. Along the route, you also enjoy wildlife sightings and beautiful panoramic viewpoints.

Once inside Serengeti National Park, begin your first game drive across the vast savannah plains. As part of your Serengeti Budget Safari, you explore one of Africa's most celebrated wildlife destinations. It is famous for its exceptional predator populations and the annual Great Migration.

The endless plains support thousands of animals, such as lions, leopards, cheetahs, elephants, buffaloes, giraffes, zebras, gazelles and wildebeests. Meanwhile, your experienced guide tracks wildlife activity and positions the vehicle for the best views.

At midday, enjoy a picnic lunch in the park before continuing your afternoon exploration. Throughout the day, the changing landscapes, abundant wildlife and dramatic scenery create countless photo opportunities.

In the evening, arrive at Nakupenda Tented Lodge, where you can relax and enjoy dinner under the African sky. The sounds of nature around the camp also create an authentic safari atmosphere and a memorable night.

Accommodation: Nakupenda Tented Lodge

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

Start your day with breakfast, and then enjoy a final morning game drive in Serengeti National Park. Early morning is often one of the best times to see predators returning from a hunt, while grazing animals begin their day.

Next, continue exploring the Serengeti's rich wildlife habitats and look for species you may not have seen yet. During this Serengeti Budget Safari, the park's extraordinary biodiversity offers excellent chances for wildlife photography and observation.

After lunch, begin your journey toward the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. As you travel through the highlands, enjoy spectacular views of rolling hills, forests and traditional Maasai settlements. The change from the Serengeti's open plains to the lush highlands also offers a fascinating contrast in scenery.

Then, in the late afternoon, arrive at Highview Hotel. The lodge offers comfortable accommodation and beautiful views of the surrounding countryside. Spend the evening relaxing and getting ready for tomorrow’s exciting Ngorongoro Crater adventure.

Accommodation: Highview Hotel

Meals: Breakfast and Lunch

After an early breakfast, descend into the world-famous Ngorongoro Crater for a remarkable game drive. After the wildlife highlights of your Serengeti Budget Safari, this UNESCO World Heritage Site offers another great chance to see Africa's iconic animals. It is also one of the continent's most spectacular natural settings.

The crater floor has a diverse range of habitats, such as grasslands, forests, swamps and soda lakes. During your exploration, you may meet black rhinos, lions, elephants, buffaloes, hippos, hyenas, zebras, wildebeests and many bird species.

At midday, enjoy a picnic lunch in the crater, surrounded by breathtaking scenery and abundant wildlife. Afterwards, your guide keeps searching for special sightings before you drive up to the crater rim in the afternoon.

After your crater adventure, drive back to Arusha. On arrival, check in at Njiro Legacy and enjoy a relaxing evening. Finally, share stories and photos from your safari over a delicious farewell dinner.

Accommodation: Njiro Legacy

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

Enjoy breakfast at the lodge and then spend your remaining time at leisure, depending on your flight schedule. For example, you may relax at the property, explore nearby areas or buy souvenirs before departure.

At the right time, our representative transfers you to Kilimanjaro International Airport or Arusha Airport for your onward journey. As your safari comes to an end, you leave Tanzania with unforgettable memories. These include extraordinary wildlife encounters, breathtaking landscapes and the warm hospitality you enjoyed throughout your adventure.

Meals: Breakfast

Included & Excluded

  • All park entry fees and conservation fees
  • Professional safari guide
  • Private 4x4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof
  • Airport transfers
  • Accommodation as specified in the itinerary
  • Meals as indicated in the itinerary
  • Unlimited bottled drinking water and soft drinks during safari
  • Government taxes and VAT
  • Game drives as mentioned in the itinerary
  • Crater service fee for Ngorongoro
  • International flights.
  • Tanzania visa fees
  • Travel insurance
  • Personal expenses
5% Off
From $1810 $1726
/ Adult
serengeti budget safari