5 Days Kenya–Tanzania Budget Sharing Safari

Itinerary for the Classic 6 days Kenya-Tanzania luxury safari

• Day 1: Nairobi – Amboseli National Park
• Day 2: Amboseli – Arusha
• Day 3: Arusha – Serengeti National Park
• Day 4: Serengeti – Ngorongoro Crater
• Day 5: Ngorongoro Crater – Kilimanjaro Airport / Arusha

Day 1: Nairobi – Amboseli National Park

Start your Kenya–Tanzania budget sharing safari from Nairobi and drive to Amboseli National Park, famous for its large elephant herds and breathtaking views of Mount Kilimanjaro. Afternoon game drive in Amboseli before dinner and overnight at a budget camp/lodge.

Day 2: Amboseli – Arusha

After breakfast, enjoy a morning game drive in Amboseli, then cross the Namanga border into Tanzania. Continue your budget sharing safari journey to Arusha, the safari capital of Tanzania. Dinner and overnight at a budget lodge/hostel in Arusha.

Day 3: Arusha – Serengeti National Park

Leave Arusha after breakfast and head towards Serengeti National Park, the most iconic safari destination in Tanzania. Enjoy a scenic drive through the Ngorongoro highlands before entering the endless plains of Serengeti. Afternoon game drive and overnight at a budget camping site or tented camp.

Day 4: Serengeti – Ngorongoro Crater

Early morning game drive in Serengeti to spot lions, cheetahs, leopards, and wildebeest. Later, depart for Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the most spectacular safari destinations in Africa. Dinner and overnight at a budget campsite near the crater rim.

Day 5: Ngorongoro Crater – Kilimanjaro Airport / Arusha

Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for a full morning game drive, where you can see the Big Five and a wide variety of wildlife. In the afternoon, drive back and end your Kenya–Tanzania budget sharing safari either at Kilimanjaro International Airport for departure or in Arusha town.

Best Time to Go 5 Days Kenya–Tanzania Budget Sharing Safari

The best time to join the 5 Days Kenya–Tanzania Budget Sharing Safari is from June to October (dry season with excellent wildlife viewing) and from December to March (calving season in Serengeti). Budget travelers can also enjoy affordable prices in April and May during the green season.

Approximate Cost for 5 Days Kenya–Tanzania Budget Sharing Safari

The approximate cost for this 5 Days Kenya–Tanzania Budget Sharing Safari ranges between $900 – $1,300 per person, depending on the season, accommodation choice, and group size.