3 Days Budget Safari

Overview: 3 Days Budget Safari Tanzania

This 3-day budget safari is designed for travelers who want to experience Tanzania’s incredible wildlife at an affordable price. The safari takes you through three of the Northern Circuit’s top destinations: Tarangire National Park, Serengeti National Park, and the breathtaking Ngorongoro Crater.

Enjoy exciting game drives, diverse landscapes, and close encounters with wildlife including elephants, lions, giraffes, zebras, and more. With overnight stays at public campsites, this safari offers a true outdoor adventure and an authentic African experience, perfect for budget-conscious travelers.

3 Day Budget Safari

Itinerary: 3 Days Budget Safari Tanzania

Day 1: Arusha – Tarangire National Park

Depart from Arusha in the morning and drive to Tarangire National Park for a full-day game drive. The park is famous for its large elephant herds, ancient baobab trees, and rich wildlife along the Tarangire River.

Enjoy a picnic lunch inside the park, followed by more game viewing in the afternoon. Later, drive to a public campsite in Mto wa Mbu or Karatu for dinner and overnight.

Meals: Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Public campsite


Day 2: Serengeti National Park

After breakfast, depart for Serengeti National Park, passing through the Ngorongoro Conservation Area with scenic views along the way.

Arrive in the Serengeti and enjoy an afternoon game drive in one of Africa’s most famous wildlife reserves, home to the Great Migration, big cats, and vast open plains.

Dinner and overnight at a public campsite inside the park.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Public campsite


Day 3: Ngorongoro Crater – Arusha

Early morning departure for the Ngorongoro Crater. Descend into the crater for a half-day game drive, offering excellent chances to spot the Big Five in a compact area.

After a picnic lunch, ascend the crater and drive back to Arusha, arriving in the late afternoon.

Meals: Breakfast & Lunch

Option Activities

  • Balloon Safari
  • Maasai Village Visit
  • Night Game Drive
  • Visiting Olduvai Gorge and Museum 

Included

  • Park fees
  • All activities (unless labeled as optional)
  • All accommodation as stated in the itinerary
  • A professional driver/guide
  • All transportation (unless labeled as optional)
  • All Taxes/VAT
  • Roundtrip airport transfer
  • All Meals (as specified in the day-by-day section)

Excluded

  • International flights (from/to home)
  • Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
  • Tips (tipping guideline US$20.00 pp per day)
  • Personal items (souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
  • Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
  • Alcohol drinks
  • Services not mentioned in the program
  • Travel insurance and medical repatriation
    Items of a personal nature

Why Choose Mrunde African Tours?

  • Local Expertise
  • Certified, Passionate Guides
  • Flexible Itineraries
  • Responsible & Sustainable Travel

 

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