6-Day Tanzania Budget Holiday Safari 2026–2027

6-Day Tanzania Budget Holiday Safari 2026-2027 Highlights:

• Day 1: Arrival in Arusha – transfer to hotel
• Day 2: Arusha – Tarangire National Park – afternoon game drive
• Day 3: Tarangire – Lake Manyara National Park – game drive
• Day 4: Lake Manyara – Ngorongoro Crater – crater safari
• Day 5: Ngorongoro – Serengeti National Park – afternoon game drive
• Day 6: Full day in Serengeti – morning game drive – return to Arusha / Departure

Overview:

Experience the best of Tanzania on a 6-day budget safari designed for travelers who want an unforgettable adventure without breaking the bank. This trip takes you through Tarangire, Lake Manyara, Ngorongoro Crater, and Serengeti National Park, offering incredible wildlife sightings, beautiful landscapes, and authentic African experiences.

From the towering baobab trees and large elephant herds of Tarangire, to the flamingos and tree-climbing lions of Lake Manyara, and the breathtaking Ngorongoro Crater teeming with wildlife, this safari packs the highlights of northern Tanzania in just six days. End your journey on the vast plains of Serengeti, where you’ll spot lions, cheetahs, wildebeest, and zebras in their natural habitat.

You’ll stay in budget-friendly lodges or camps, enjoy delicious meals, and travel in a 4x4 safari vehicle with an experienced English-speaking guide. This safari is perfect for first-time visitors, families, or anyone looking for an affordable African adventure full of memories.

Detailed Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Arusha

Welcome to Tanzania! Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro or Arusha airport, your friendly driver/guide will meet you and transfer you to your hotel in Arusha. Take some time to relax, refresh, and acclimatize after your flight. Depending on your arrival time, you can explore the town a little, stroll through local markets, or enjoy the hotel’s facilities. This is your first step into the adventure that awaits in northern Tanzania.

• Meals: None included
• Accommodation: Arusha hotel

Day 2: Arusha – Tarangire National Park

After breakfast, drive to Tarangire National Park, famous for its giant baobab trees and large herds of elephants. On arrival, enjoy an afternoon game drive. The park is also home to giraffes, zebras, buffaloes, lions, and many species of birds. Watch as wildlife roams freely across the golden savannah, creating perfect photo opportunities. End the day relaxing at your lodge or camp and enjoy dinner under the African sky.

• Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
• Accommodation: Budget lodge or tented camp near Tarangire

Day 3: Tarangire – Lake Manyara National Park

After breakfast, depart for Lake Manyara National Park, a small but beautiful park known for its diverse wildlife and birdlife, including flamingos, hippos, and tree-climbing lions. Spend the day on morning and afternoon game drives, exploring the park’s scenic landscapes from the forested hills to the soda lake shores. You might also spot baboons, giraffes, and large herds of elephants grazing along the park’s grassy plains. Return to your lodge or camp to relax and enjoy dinner.

• Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
• Accommodation: Budget lodge or camp near Lake Manyara

Day 4: Lake Manyara – Ngorongoro Crater

Depart early after breakfast and drive to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for a full-day safari. The crater floor is a natural wildlife sanctuary, home to lions, elephants, buffalo, zebras, hippos, and rhinos. Take your time enjoying game drives, spotting animals, and photographing the breathtaking scenery. In the evening, drive to your lodge or camp on the crater rim and enjoy dinner with spectacular views of the sunset over the crater.

• Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
• Accommodation: Budget lodge or camp on the crater rim

Day 5: Ngorongoro – Serengeti National Park

After breakfast, drive to Serengeti National Park, one of Africa’s most famous wildlife destinations. Along the way, enjoy scenic views of the rolling plains and small villages. On arrival, embark on an afternoon game drive in the Serengeti, spotting lions, cheetahs, wildebeests, zebras, and many other animals roaming freely. Experience the vast, open savannahs and endless horizons that make the Serengeti truly iconic. Spend the evening relaxing at your lodge or tented camp.

• Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
• Accommodation: Budget lodge or tented camp in Serengeti

Day 6: Full Day in Serengeti – Return to Arusha

Spend your last morning in the Serengeti on a final game drive, catching the sights of wildlife as the sun rises over the plains. After breakfast, begin the drive back to Arusha, enjoying the scenery along the way. Depending on your flight schedule, you can transfer to Kilimanjaro or Arusha airport for your departure or continue your journey elsewhere in Tanzania. This marks the end of an unforgettable budget-friendly safari adventure through northern Tanzania.

• Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
• Accommodation: None (depends on departure flight)

What’s Included

• Accommodation as per itinerary (budget lodges or tented camps)
• Meals as listed in the itinerary
• Park entrance and conservation fees
• Professional English-speaking safari guide/driver
• Transportation in a 4x4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof
• Airport transfers in Arusha
• Game drives as per itinerary
• Bottled water during game drives

What’s Not Included

• International flights to/from Tanzania
• Visa fees
• Travel insurance
• Tips for guides, drivers, and lodge staff
• Drinks (alcoholic and soft drinks) unless stated
• Optional activities (hot air balloon ride, village visits, etc.)
• Personal expenses (souvenirs, laundry, phone calls, etc.)