Trip info
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4 X 4 pop up roof & Expert Guide
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Minimum 2 people
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Budget lodge and Bush camping
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Easy
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Arusha
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Arusha
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June to October & December to March
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Guided game drive
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Shared budget wildlife safari
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English, Spanish , France
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All listed meals
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2
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90
Tour Summary
This tour is suitable for people with limited time in Arusha but also want to see most of the wildlife. Being one of Africa’s Seven Natural wonders and the largest intact caldera in the world, Ngorongoro Crater offers a mesmerizing landscape with a lot of wildlife on close encounters.
Why you will love this trip?
- Authentic Budget Lodges & Camping Accommodation
- Fresh Meals Prepared Daily
- Small Group Wildlife Experience
- Affordable Pricing
- Expect to explore the Big five
- Diverse landscapes & wildlife encounters
- Better Wildlife Viewing
- Unlimited Game Drives
Safari Itenary
You'll be picked up at 5 am from your hotel and drive to Ngorongoro Crater with your packed breakfast. The drive takes 4 hours. This stunning place will offer you almost every species of wildlife indigenous to East Africa including the rare black rhino and if we are lucky, we might spot one. Measuring an area of 260 Kilometers square and extending about 20km in diameter, you will need probably 5 to 6 hours to explore it. You will then head back to Arusha. You can expect to be back in town around 6 pm.
You will enjoy your hot lunch at the Ngoitoktok Picnic area, which has a hippo pool.
Included & Excluded
Inclusions – What’s Included
- 4x4 Safari Vehicle with a pop-up roof for optimal wildlife viewing
- Professional English-speaking Driver-Guide
- Accommodation in Budget lodge and Camping tents (based on itinerary – double/twin sharing)
- Meals as per itinerary (usually full board: breakfast, lunch, and dinner)
- All National Park Entry Fees & Camping Fees
- Unlimited Bottled Drinking Water during game drives
- All Game Drives as per itinerary
- Local SIM Card with Data (upon request)
- Use of Binoculars
- Airport Transfers (pick-up & drop-off) can be done any day before & after the trip
- Soft drinks such as soda
Exclusions – What’s Not Included:
- International & Domestic Flights
- Visa Fees for Tanzania
- Personal Expenses (e.g. drinks at lodges, laundry, souvenirs)
- Tips/Gratuities for guide and lodge staff
- Travel Insurance (highly recommended)
- COVID-19 Testing or Health Requirements (if applicable)
Frequently Asked Questions – Day Trip Safari – Frequently Asked Questions
A Budget Shared Safari is an affordable and adventurous way to explore Tanzania’s national parks. It’s ideal for solo travelers, couples, or small groups who want to experience the wildlife and landscapes without the cost of a private tour. You join other travelers in a group, share a safari vehicle, and sleep in tents at public campsites inside or near the parks.
Most day trips start early in the morning around 5:30–6:00 AM and return by late afternoon or early evening, depending on the distance and location of the park.
A private safari chef will prepare fresh, hot meals daily — including breakfast, picnic lunch, and dinner. We cater to all dietary preferences (vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free) if requested in advance.
Tanzania offers some of the best chances to see the Big Five — lion, elephant, buffalo, leopard, and rhino — especially in Serengeti National Park and the Ngorongoro Crater. While sightings are never guaranteed, your guide will do their best to track them down for you!
The package usually includes transportation, park entry fees, a game drive, lunch (often a lunchbox), and bottled drinking water. Be sure to check with your tour provider for the full list of inclusions.
- Light, neutral-colored clothing (layers for warm days & cool mornings)
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Sunscreen, sunglasses, and a hat
- Insect repellent
- Binoculars and a camera
- Travel documents, including passport and travel insurance
Yes, Tanzania is generally safe for tourists. Our professional driver-guides are trained in both safety and hospitality. All accommodations are secure, and we follow all national park safety protocols.
Absolutely. You will be accompanied by an experienced guide or driver who knows the area well and ensures your safety throughout the journey.
The safari season in Tanzania is excellent year-round. However, the dry season (June to October) is best for game viewing, while December to March is ideal for calving season in the Serengeti. The Great Migration can be witnessed at different times depending on your travel month.
Absolutely! This safari is family-friendly and suitable for children aged 2 and above. We recommend letting us know if you’re traveling with young kids so we can tailor the experience for comfort and safety.
Depending on your route and season, you can expect to see lions, elephants, giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, buffaloes, hippos, crocodiles, and possibly leopards and rhinos, among many other species.
Yes, drop-off at the ferry terminal, airport, or your hotel in Dar es Salaam is typically included. Just make sure to inform your tour provider in advance.
Yes, advance booking is highly recommended to ensure availability and allow time for necessary preparations like park permits and meal arrangements.
