4-Day Tanzania Camping Safari Experience
Traveler rating
5.0/5
Based on 3 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is 4-Day Tanzania Camping Safari Experience worth booking?
4-Day Tanzania Camping Safari Experience is a 96-hour experience in Arusha, Tanzania, from $2500 per person. It scores 60 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 5/5 rating across 3 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 60 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (3)
- Duration
- 96 hours
- From
- $2500 per person
The well-established ‘Northern Circuit' safari of Tanzania offers some of the world’s most diverse safari experiences. These parks exist for one general purpose and that is to protect the amazing variety and abundance o
What you get
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Breakfast
About this experience
The well-established ‘Northern Circuit' safari of Tanzania offers some of the world’s most diverse safari experiences. These parks exist for one general purpose and that is to protect the amazing variety and abundance of wildlife in them, both resident and seasonal - and most of all, the world’s largest annual migration of wildebeest and zebra. Although this part of the world has become increasingly busy as a result of its reputation, it is still possible to escape the crowds and find a quiet corner. Our experienced driver guides know where to go.
What's included
Included
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Breakfast
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Arusha
Point Zone Resort is located at Mianzini (Tank la maji), Arusha 8042, along the Arusha - Namanga Road.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Point Zone Resort is located at Mianzini (Tank la maji), Arusha 8042, along the Arusha - Namanga Road.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en, fr
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Kilimanjaro Heroes Adventures
Know before you go
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 3 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
2 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Food and drink
2 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Knowledge and storytelling
1 mentionReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Photo opportunities
1 mentionThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
Organization
1 mentionPickup, timing, and logistics are described as running smoothly.
Good for families
1 mentionReviewers traveling with kids report it landed well with their group.
Traveler reviews
3 verified traveler reviews for 4-Day Tanzania Camping Safari Experience. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Amazing safari experience!
Kilimanjaro Heroes Adventures is an amazing company! Me and 2 friends embarked on an amazing safari organised by Kilimanjaro Heroes. The process was easy and flexible. Evarist and his team made sure to answer any questions we had, provided support throughout the booking process and gave us great recommendations and tips. Both the guide and chef were amazing and went above and beyond to make sure our experience was pleasant. Once we arrived in Arusha we had our wonderful guide pick us up and the journey started. In 4 days we travelled through Tarangire, Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater and it was an incredible experience - especially at the hands of Kilimanjaro heroes and our amazing guide. On Day 1 we entered Tarangire National Park, a beautiful park well known for the presence of many elephants. It was a great park although a little more crowded than others we visited. The picnic area, where we had lunch was spectacular and had views of the Tarangire river in the distance, where you could see elephants bathing and drinking. Lunch on day 1 was very tasty and the chef was very friendly and professional - he checked with us regularly to make sure we were happy with the food. For day 1 we ate dinner and stayed overnight at a lodge in a triple room, the accommodation was great, clean and amenities were amazing (pool, garden areas, restaurant area, etc.) Overall this day was amazing and a truly great start to our safari adventure. On Day 2 we moved towards Serengeti National Park via 2 viewpoints: Lake Manyara Viewpoint and Ngorongoro Crater Viewpoint. We also stopped at a local Masai village where we stayed for around 30-40 mins to learn about Masai culture. After several hours of driving we arrived at the first entrance of the Serengeti National Park where we enjoyed our lunch again the food was great and the chef came to make sure everything was perfect. After our pleasant meal we began driving deeper into the Serengeti heading towards our campsite (in the middle of the Serengeti). On this drive we spotted many animals and it was a great drive as we watched the sunset and spotted animals in the more baron area of the Serengeti - it is truly astonishing to see how vast and baron this place is. For our dinner and overnight stay we were camping in the Serengeti, truly an incredible experience. This day was amazing and the sunset was incredible. On Day 3 we started really early in the morning and continued exploring the Serengeti, this time visiting a more lush part of the Serengeti, with small pockets of “oasis” like environments with hippos, crocodiles, etc. We continued searching for animals and spotted a family of lions sitting under a tree. Surrounded by the savannah, elephants in the background, lions 2-3 metres from us it was one of the most incredible sights I have ever witnessed. We drove back to our campsite to collect our belongings and have lunch before heading to our next stop, Ngorongoro. We drove directly to our camping on the crater rim where we were greeted by some friendly zebras, grazing on the grass around our tents. We then enjoyed dinner and got some rest at our new camping. Day 3 was truly amazing and one of my favourite days, even though we spent a lot of the day travelling from Serengeti to Ngorongoro. On Day 4 we also started quite early and headed to the crater which was a short drive away from the camping. We drove through the crater and spotted thousands of animals, the landscapes and wildlife at this park are truly breathtaking. Since we started early and had a good 5-6 hours of game drive we drove back to our campsite for lunch before packing up and heading to Kilimanjaro airport (our departure point). Our guide accompanied us to the airport and made sure we had all our luggage. This day was by far the most amazing as this national park is incredible - the amount and variety of wildlife we were able to spot was astounding and thanks to our guide we managed to spot many hidden/camouflaged animals. I highly recommend travelling with this company, we really enjoyed the experience and we really noticed this company was superior to others we were seeing on the road. Both in the quality of the vehicles and in the quality of driver guides and chefs. We were always pleased to see our guide was one of the first to spot amazing wildlife and he went above and beyond to make sure we got a good spot for pictures and observation. Our chef consistently delivered delicious food which looked far better than some other groups that were staying at the same camping. Overall a 10/10 recommendation, I truly hope you decide to book with Kilimanjaro Heroes and get to experience the northern circuit like me and my 2 friends did.
via Tripadvisor
Once in a lifetime experience - incredible!!
I went on a 4 day camping safari to Tarangire, Serengeti and Ngorongoro. This was incredible! As a solo female traveller I felt nervous, but I was in a lovely small group of 3. The guide Jamal was super knowledgeable and approachable, and we managed to see a lot including lion cubs and the big 5! We also visited a Masai village and learned about the culture and had a tour. The food was wonderful and I was pleasantly surprised to see we had a night stay in a hotel after Tarangire. Overall, excellent service and I would come on a safari with this company again! Would recommend doing the 4 day tour to give enough time, and get to see serengeti
via Tripadvisor
BEST EXPERIENCE AND TRIP EVER WOULD NOT CHOOSE ANYONE ELSE TO GO THROUGH
Kilimanjaro Heroes Adventures is hands down one of the best decisions I have ever made as it was the most experiential and transformative trips I’ve ever got to have. A huge contributor to the amazing experience is the Heroes Adventure staff and team that were so responsive, transparent and helpful with every question, worry and fear I had and were so quick to get back to me. They made the entire trip from start to finish feel so comfortable, being immediately welcomed in and taken care of with no problems or worries at all as they took care of everything. I highly recommend them and know that you will have the best experience ever choosing Kilimanjaro Heroes Adventures.
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 96 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- 7+
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $2500 to $2800
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 1
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 60
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
4-Day Tanzania Camping Safari Experience: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Arusha.
How much does 4-Day Tanzania Camping Safari Experience cost?
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Prices start at $2500 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Arusha usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does 4-Day Tanzania Camping Safari Experience take?
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Plan for about 96 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Arusha is not rushed.
Is 4-Day Tanzania Camping Safari Experience worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 60 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 3 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Arusha, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule 4-Day Tanzania Camping Safari Experience?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is 4-Day Tanzania Camping Safari Experience suitable for kids and families?
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The operator sets a minimum age of 7. Older children generally do well here, and families should factor in the 96-hour running time when deciding.
How far in advance should I book 4-Day Tanzania Camping Safari Experience?
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Around 1 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Arusha can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Arusha and add a light layer if any part of the 96-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does 4-Day Tanzania Camping Safari Experience start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Arusha within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Arusha?
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On Outty we rank every Arusha experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Materuni Waterfalls, coffee tour & Kikuletwa Hot Springs, 4 Days Group Camping Safari, 3 Days Serengeti & Ngorongoro Group Camping Safari. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Arusha?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Arusha?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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