Nights 1–5Budget camping
Outside Tarangire NP
MealsLunch & dinner
Budget camping · Private safari
7-Day Materuni Waterfalls and Serengeti Safari Budget
Embark on 7 day Materui Waterfalls and Serengeti Safari Budget.
- 7 days / 6 nights
- Starts & ends in Arusha
- Private pop-up roof 4x4
- 5.0 on Tripadvisor (94)
Trip overview
Your safari, at a glance
Embark on 7 day Materui Waterfalls and Serengeti Safari Budget. Discover stunning lakes and their unique landscapes, enjoy extended game drives, breathtaking scenery, and immersive wildlife encounters. Visit Materuni waterfalls, Ngorongoro, Lake Manyara, Tarangire and Serengeti National parks.
- Arusha
- Tarangire
- Lake Manyara
- Central Serengeti
- Ngorongoro Highlands
- Ngorongoro Crater
- Materuni Waterfalls
- (Highlight)
Duration7 days / 6 nights
Comfort levelBudget camping
Minimum age1 years
Start datesAny day
Destinations visited
Day-by-day itinerary
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We will depart Arusha in the morning and head directly to Tarangire National Park, named after the river that runs through it which quenches the thirst of a variety of animals, including giraffes, waterbucks, wildebeests, zebras and a high density of elephants. Tarangire is home to over 550 species of birds and its hilly landscape is dotted with baobabs and diverse grasses. After a morning game drive, you will enjoy a picnic lunch overlooking the river, before continuing wildlife viewing until leaving the park in the late afternoon.
- Stay
- Budget camping
- Meals
- Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
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After breakfast we will head to Lake Manyara, an alkaline lake, rich with plant and bird life. The lake’s environment supports over 300 species of birds including cormorants, pink flamingos, pelicans and storks. After a picnic lunch, we will enjoy an afternoon game drive where you can see elephants and baboons (in fact Lake Manyara boasts the most baboons in any park in Africa!) If you are lucky you will also see the famous tree-climbing lions.
- Stay
- Budget camping
- Meals
- All meals included
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After breakfast, we will start our journey to the Serengeti National Park. The Serengeti National Park, home to the ‘big five’; rhinoceros, elephant, leopard, buffalo and lion, is one of the greatest national parks in the world, spanning over 14,000 km². The name Serengeti comes from a Maasai word meaning ‘endless plains’. Although populations fluctuate, there are an estimated 3 million large game animals in the Serengeti, including over 2,500 lions, 1.2 million wildebeest and over 200,000 zebras. Enjoy a picnic or camp lunch before continuing for an afternoon game drive through the vast plains. A trip to the Serengeti at any time of the year can never disappoint!
- Stay
- Budget camping
- Meals
- All meals included
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After breakfast we will enjoy at game drive to the main Serengeti gate and stop for a picnic lunch. Heading towards the Ngorongoro Crater we will pass through varied landscapes and micro-climates – vast plains, sweeping hills and dense forests. We will arrive early evening at your selected accommodation.
- Stay
- Budget camping
- Meals
- All meals included
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After breakfast we will drive to the UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Ngorongoro Crater, one of Africa’s safari highlights. The name Ngorongoro is from a Maasai word meaning ‘Gift of Life’.
You will begin with taking in the magnificent views from the crater rim before descending into the crater itself. You will have the opportunity to see elephants, lions, buffalo, zebra and many other species of animals and birds. We will enjoy a picnic lunch overlooking the hippo pool.
The Ngorongoro Crater is beautiful at any time of year and teaming with wildlife. You may experience clear views of the crater bowl or mists rolling down into the base - either way a memorable experience.
We will travel back to Arusha City for the early evening drop off at your selected accommodation.
- Stay
- Safari Homes Tanzania
- Meals
- All meals included
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After breakfast we will depart for Materuni Village, home to people of the Chagga tribe.
We will hike for approximately 45 minutes to a spectacular waterfall (with an option to swim!). After spending some time at the falls, we will walk for about 30 minutes through forests and farmland to the coffee plantation where we will share a traditional lunch.
After lunch, you will enjoy an Arabica coffee tour and take part in the process from harvest to cup! You will experience some local dancing and singing from the Chagga tribe. Drop off at your selected hotel or airport.
- Stay
- End of tour
- Meals
- Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
Where you’ll stay
Nights 1–5Night 6Safari Homes Tanzania
In Arusha (City)
MealsAll meals included
Safari prices
This tour is not available to solo travelers or groups larger than 4 people. Rates are per person and exclude the international flight from/to your home country. This tour accepts children who are 1 year and older. Children under 6 are free.
| Travel dates | 2 people | 3 people | 4 people | 7+ people |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $2,126 | $2,126 | $2,126 | Request a Quote |
| 2027 | $2,126 | $2,126 | $2,126 | Request a Quote |
All prices per person, in USD. Contact us for a custom quote.
What’s included
Included
- Park fees (for non-residents)
- All activities (unless labeled as optional)
- All accommodation (unless listed as upgrade)
- Camping equipment
- A professional driver/guide
- All transportation (unless labeled as optional)
- All Taxes/VAT
- Roundtrip airport transfer
- Meals (as specified in the day-by-day section)
- Drinks (as specified in the day-by-day section)
- Sleeping bag
Not included
- International flights (from/to home)
- Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
- Bath towels
- Tips (tipping guideline US$15.00 pp per day)
- Personal items (souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
- Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
What to pack
Pack light, and bring layers: early mornings and the highlands can be cool, and afternoons are warm.
Clothing
- Light clothes in neutral colours
- Long sleeves and trousers for sun and insects
- A warm fleece or jacket for the highlands
- A sun hat
Footwear
- Comfortable closed shoes
- Sandals for the lodge or camp
Gear
- Binoculars
- Camera, spare batteries and memory cards
- A reusable water bottle
- Small daypack and power bank
Health
- Sunscreen and sunglasses
- Insect repellent
- Personal medication
- Hand sanitiser
What our guests say
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