7-Days Tanzania Budget Safari 2026-2027

7 Days Tanzania Budget Safari Highlights:

• Day 1: Arrival in Arusha, rest or explore

• Day 2: Tarangire National Park, full-day game drive

• Day 3: Drive to Serengeti, afternoon game drive

• Day 4: Full day Serengeti game drives

• Day 5: Serengeti to Ngorongoro, relax at lodge/campsite

• Day 6: Ngorongoro Crater game drive, then Lake Manyara game drive

• Day 7: Morning game drive in Lake Manyara, return to Arusha

• Wildlife: Elephants, lions, giraffes, zebras, hippos, flamingos, rhinos

• Experience: Game drives, picnic lunches, diverse landscapes

• Comfort: Budget lodges or campsites, 4x4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof

Overview;

This 7-day budget safari offers a fantastic way to explore Tanzania’s most famous parks Tarangire, Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater, and Lake Manyara. Traveling in a 4x4 safari vehicle with a pop-up roof, you’ll enjoy daily game drives led by an experienced guide who will help you spot wildlife like elephants, lions, giraffes, zebras, hippos, and maybe leopards and rhinos. Each park has its own unique beauty, from Tarangire’s giant baobab trees to Serengeti’s endless plains and Ngorongoro’s rich crater floor. Accommodation is in budget lodges or campsites with meals included. This safari combines adventure, amazing wildlife, and stunning landscapes, making it ideal for travelers who want an authentic African experience at an affordable price.

Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Arusha

Arrive at Kilimanjaro Airport or Arusha. Transfer to your budget hotel or guesthouse. Rest, prepare for safari, or explore local markets and enjoy dinner at a local restaurant.
Accommodation: Budget hotel in Arusha
Meals: Not included

Day 2: Arusha to Tarangire National Park

After breakfast, drive to Tarangire for a full-day game drive. Spot elephants, lions, giraffes, zebras, and many birds. Famous for baobab trees and the Tarangire River. Overnight at lodge or campsite nearby.
Accommodation: Budget lodge/campsite near Tarangire
Meals: Lunch, Dinner

Day 3: Tarangire to Serengeti National Park

Drive through Ngorongoro Highlands to Serengeti. Afternoon game drive spotting wildebeests, lions, and more. Stay at budget lodge or campsite in Serengeti.
Accommodation: Budget lodge/campsite in Serengeti
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 4: Full Day in Serengeti

Early morning and afternoon game drives. Search for big cats, elephants, buffalo, and more. Picnic lunch in the bush. Evening at lodge or campsite under the stars.
Accommodation: Budget lodge/campsite in Serengeti
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 5: Serengeti to Ngorongoro Conservation Area

Last morning game drive in Serengeti, then drive to Ngorongoro. Arrive at lodge or campsite near crater. Relax and prepare for crater visit.
Accommodation: Budget lodge/campsite near Ngorongoro
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 6: Ngorongoro Crater to Lake Manyara

Descend into Ngorongoro Crater for half-day game drive. After lunch, drive to Lake Manyara for a short game drive spotting flamingos, monkeys, and tree-climbing lions. Overnight near Lake Manyara.
Accommodation: Budget lodge/campsite near Lake Manyara
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 7: Lake Manyara to Arusha

Morning game drive in Lake Manyara. Return to Arusha in the afternoon. Safari ends on arrival in Arusha.
Accommodation: Not included (return to Arusha)
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Includes

• 4x4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof
• Experienced English-speaking guide/driver
• 6 nights in budget lodges or campsites
• All national park and crater fees
• Meals as listed (B=Breakfast, L=Lunch, D=Dinner)
• Bottled water during game drives
• Game drives and transfers as per itinerary

Excludes

• International and domestic flights
• Tanzania visa fees
• Travel insurance
• Alcohol and soft drinks
• Tips for guide and staff
• Personal expenses (laundry, souvenirs, phone)
• Optional activities (balloon safari, cultural visits)
• Accommodation before or after safari in Arusha (unless arranged)