Tanzania Camping Safari : The greatest way to enjoy a true African safari is to camp out in the bush, which will put you in intimate contact with the natural world. Tanzania Camping Safari provides you with an adventure where you can get in touch with nature, camp in the African wilderness, unwind with your toes in the sand, and spend the evenings around the campfire listening to the nightlife of Africa.
During your Tanzania Camping safari, Early in the morning, you can hear birds chirping in a wonderful melody, lions roaring, and hyenas laughing and whining. Make camp every night in a public or private campground (with different amenities) and sit outside before going inside your tent. Our Focus East Africa Tours devoted crew will pamper and take care of you during our Tanzania camping-style safaris.
You might occasionally lend a hand to the workers as they prepare food over the fire, lay the tables, and even pitch the tents. Some camps provide hot water in a basin for showers, while others welcome you home after a day of safari with hot showers heated by wood fire.
The majority of lodgings are huge, contemporary two-man tents with a ground sheet sewed in and a cozy foam mattress spread out on the ground sheet (clients bring their own sleeping bags ). In certain itineraries, lodging options include both simple chalets or bungalows and camping. We stay at campgrounds in public or private national parks that have basic sanitary facilities. We advise you to carry your own toiletries because some campsites have common bathrooms. Small groups are taken on these non-participation ecotourism safaris in reasonable comfort and safety. The dry seasons are the ideal time for a camping safari in Tanzania.
Tanzania camping Safari, is a stress-free safari where you won’t have to worry about what to eat, where to sleep, or anything else because a private cook will be in charge of preparing your meals and setting up your tents. We will supply all the necessary camping equipment, including sleeping bags, tents, mattresses, pillowcases, and bed sheets.
Tanzanian camping safaris are more common in the north than in the south. Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Crater, Lake Manyara, Tarangire, and Arusha and Kilimanjaro National Parks are all part of the Northern Tanzania safari circuit. Several protected regions, including Nyerere National Park, Mikumi National Park, Ruaha National Park, and Udzungwa Mountain National Park, are the ideal places to camp on the Southern Circuit. When it comes to camping safaris in Tanzania, Focus East Africa Tours is your top choice of tour operator because they provide an assurance of safety and high-quality services at reasonable costs.
Camping Safari Experience in Tanzania
You will be completely immersed in the East African wilderness during your Focus East Africa Tours camping safari. You will travel on rugged, dangerous roads; pass by small rural communities; marvel at amazing vistas; and see a variety of species.
All of your senses will be engaged, from the fragrance of early morning coffee to the chill of an early morning game drive. You will hear sounds like an owl hooting while you sleep or a lion roaring as you awaken. Since you are “right in the middle” of everything, the safari experience is even more intense. The luxury of a lodge is made up for by the proximity to nature, especially at night with its nocturnal sounds.
All of these things are available on our camping safaris in Tanzania, making them ideal for nature enthusiasts and those seeking a vacation from modern life’s luxuries. Camping is a convenient way to explore the cultures, wildlife, and natural beauty of East Africa.
Sitting around a campfire and sleeping next to the roars of nocturnal predators in the middle of the African wilderness brings with it a unique sense of adventure. During your safari, we supply all camping equipment and serve freshly prepared cuisine that is prepared by our skilled safari cooks. Only if you want an active adventure do you engage in the camp setup; otherwise, our cook and driver take care of it all.
You can choose whatever safari program you want to take on a camping option, and we will give you price advice and give you a complete camping safari itinerary.
What to expect on an adventure camping safari?
You will either stay at privately owned campsites outside the park or at public campgrounds inside it. Since the campgrounds in the parks are unfenced, it’s possible to run across antelopes while heading to the shower or see elephants ambling through the tents.
Accommodations will be provided in 2-person, waterproof tents with built-in mosquito nets at the windows and doorways. Aside from sturdy camping furniture like tables and safari chairs, as well as practical utensils and tableware, comfortable 5 cm thick sleeping mattresses are also offered. Our camping gear is of the highest caliber and is routinely examined and maintained.
A knowledgeable safari cook will be with you as well, taking care of your needs. He will cook every meal, frequently even packing a lunch for a trip. With just a gas cooker and a sharp knife, Tanzania-chefs Experience can prepare delectable 3-course meals such as early morning eggs and sausages, coffee and bread, snacks, and evening stews and salads. You won’t have to worry about setting up or preparing the camp or the meals, so you can just unwind and take it easy.
Budget for Tanzania Camping Safaris
Our affordable camping safaris in Tanzania offer the greatest standard of comfort while maintaining close proximity to the African wilderness and its nighttime sounds.
For those who enjoy roughing it, a cheap Tanzania camping trip is the perfect option. We generally use bivouac pop-up tents, where mattresses are placed on the sewn-in groundsheet for sleeping. The tents offer adequate room for two people, and each window has a mesh screen to keep out insects. Upon arrival at the campsite, all preparations are made. Visitors are advised to bring their own sleeping bags. For inexpensive camping excursions, public campgrounds offer basic restrooms with a reassuringly high level of hygienic standards. We utilize semi-permanent campsites in several parks, which provide an upgraded camping experience with amenities like hot showers upon request and flush toilets.
Important Tanzania camping safari packing list
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2 or 3 medium-sized towels
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A tooth brush, tooth paste, razor, shaving cream, and other toiletries.
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Insect repellent.
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Sun screen with a high level of protection.
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Common drugs such as aspirin, cough drops, Pepto Bismol, etc.
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Soap (in a plastic soap dish for easy travel) and shampoo
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A sleeping bag (you can contact us to reserve one at a fee).
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Warm clothing for the evenings (the temperature at Ngorongoro often drops below 5°C at night).
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A first aid kit
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Rain gear
To prepare your customized Tanzania camping safari, we need to know:
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How long do you want to go on safari?
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How many people are traveling with you?
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Any particular park or reserve that you want to visit
“Please contact our safari consultants at Focus East Africa Tours if you want a specially tailored safari for you and your partners”
