3-Day Private Camping Safari – Tarangire & Ngorongoro Crater
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3-Day Private Camping Safari – Tarangire & Ngorongoro Crater

Arusha to Tarangire

Overview

3-day journey

A shorter private camping route through Tarangire and down into the Ngorongoro Crater.

  • Tarangire's famous elephant herds & ancient baobabs
  • Ngorongoro Crater floor game drive
  • Private mobile camping safari
  • A shorter trip through the same Big Five country
3 days
Duration
easy
Physical rating
private
Group type
All ages
Minimum age
Pricing

Per person, by season and group size

Low season

1 pax
$1,900
2 pax
$1,550
3-5 pax
$1,250
6+ pax
$1,100

Shoulder season

1 pax
$2,100
2 pax
$1,700
3-5 pax
$1,400
6+ pax
$1,200

Peak season

1 pax
$2,500
2 pax
$2,000
3-5 pax
$1,650
6+ pax
$1,450

Prices per person, in USD. Other currencies shown above are an approximate guide only — every trip is quoted and invoiced in USD. International flights and visa fees not included — see "What's included" below.

Day by day

The itinerary

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1

Arusha to Tarangire

Tarangire National Park

Drive south from Arusha to Tarangire National Park, famous for its ancient baobab trees and some of Tanzania’s largest elephant herds along the Tarangire River.

Where you'll stay tonight

Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Activities today
  • Afternoon game drive along the river
  • Sundowner overlooking the valley
2

Tarangire to Ngorongoro

Tarangire National Park · Ngorongoro Crater

A final morning game drive in Tarangire before driving up to the Ngorongoro Highlands, arriving at the crater rim by evening.

Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Activities today
  • Morning game drive
  • Scenic drive to the crater rim
3

Ngorongoro Crater Floor & Departure

Ngorongoro Crater

Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater at sunrise for game viewing among lion, elephant, and — with luck — black rhino, before returning to Arusha.

Where you'll be

Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch

Activities today
  • Crater floor game drive
  • Return transfer to Arusha

Included

  • Private 4x4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof

    A dedicated 4x4 Land Cruiser for your group only — never shared with other travelers — with a roof that pops up fully for standing, unobstructed photography during game drives.

  • Professional English-speaking driver-guide

    An experienced local driver-guide who handles navigation, wildlife spotting, and park logistics throughout the trip, and speaks fluent English.

  • All park entry & conservation fees

    Every park entry permit and conservation fee for the parks on your itinerary is paid in advance — nothing to arrange or pay at the gate.

  • Full-board mobile camping (breakfast, lunch, dinner)

    All three meals a day, prepared fresh at camp by your safari cook, included for the full length of the trip.

  • Bottled water during game drives

    Bottled drinking water is stocked in the vehicle for every game drive, at no extra cost.

  • Airport transfers in Arusha/Kilimanjaro

    Pickup and drop-off between Kilimanjaro International Airport (or Arusha) and your safari start/end point is included.

Not included

  • International flights

    Flights to and from Tanzania are not included — we can recommend routes and airlines on request.

  • Tanzania visa

    Most nationalities need a Tanzania visa, available on arrival or online in advance — the fee is not included in the trip price.

  • Travel insurance

    We require all travelers to carry their own travel insurance, including emergency medical evacuation cover — not included in the trip price.

  • Tips & gratuities

    Tipping your driver-guide and camp staff is customary but discretionary, and not included in the trip price.

  • Alcoholic beverages

    Soft drinks and bottled water are included; alcoholic beverages are available at extra cost where offered.

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Traveller stories

The proof should come from people who went.

Dorine M11 months ago
TripAdvisor

Grateful experience

As a solo female traveler, I felt super safe and well taken care of the entire time.

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Dagmar P1 month ago
TripAdvisor

Private Safari 6 days

I can only highly recommend the young company Tanzalux for organizing a private safari.

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Sylvanus T9 months ago
TripAdvisor

An unforgettable vegetarian journey with Tanzalux Safaris

I highly recommend Tanzalux for anyone wanting a special, personalized safari.

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Lucas G2 months ago
TripAdvisor

Our 3-day camping safari with Tanzalux was simply fantastic! Everything was perfectly organized.

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Victoria Goodluck3 months ago
★★★★★
Posted on Google

Back in April, I joined a day trip to Tarangire National Park with Tanzalux Safaris, and it was truly one of the best experiences I have ever had…

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Danai Vicha5 months ago
★★★★★
Posted on Google

I've had an amazing experience with Tanzalux Safaris, would 1000% recommend! Thank you for making my trip so special🫶

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ikigo simbila5 months ago
★★★★★
Posted on Google

I recently visited Meru Waterfalls in Arusha and got to do some of the activities there, honestly it was such a great experience and I really enjoyed it.

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Hadija Shebe5 months ago
★★★★★
Posted on Google

Our guide Dullah Mr Rastaman had the best vibe. I would like to recommend other people not to miss it, Tarangire is the best national park.

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Tumain Hope4 months ago
★★★★★
Posted on Google

Our tour guide Nasri was very friendly and welcoming from the first day we met him. He knows Tarangire very well and explained many things during the safari.

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Linnah Kimaro4 months ago
★★★★★
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As a grandmother in the group, I would like to share my happiness with Tanzalux Safaris. Me, my daughters, and my grandson went on a short trip to Tarangire National Park…

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