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5 Days Camping Tarangire, Serengeti & Ngorongoro crater & Visiting Maasai

Name: 5 Days Camping Tarangire, Serengeti & Ngorongoro crater & Visiting Maasai
Brand: MERU SLOPES TOURS AND SAFARIS
SKU: 104795P3
Price: 1254.00 USD
Rating: 5.0 (178 reviews)

Badge of ExcellenceArusha, Tanzania

5 Days Camping Tarangire Serengeti and Ngorongoro crater and Visiting Maasai people

From $1,254.00

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up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)

5 days
Pickup offered
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

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Overview

Experience the abundant wildlife of Tanzania without breaking the bank as you embark on this 5-day camping safari that begins in Arusha. With a private guide, visit Tanzania’s top national parks—Tarangire, Serengeti, and Ngorongoro Crater—where you can see hundreds of species including lions, elephants, zebras, hippos, and giraffes. This tour also provides accommodation for the nights before and after your safari for a seamless experience.

Enjoy a cost-effective way to go on a safari
Learn about the local ecosystem from your guide
Visit two UNESCO World Heritage sites
A private tour means a personalized experience

What's Included

All Fees and Taxes
AMREF Flying doctors emergence rescue
Unlimited drinking water
Free WIFI inside safari jeep during your tour with us.
Free accommodation:night before and after the safari
Dinner (5)
Breakfast (5)
Lunch (5)

Tips
Flights,

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

Start time

09:00 AM

Pickup details

Our staff will have meru slope slope shirt with a logo on his chest with a sign of your name printed

What To Expect

Day 1

Arusha to Tarangire national park

1 Stop

Tarangire National Park

8 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Accommodation: Jambo campsite

Meals: BreakfastLunchDinner

Day 2

Tarangire to Serengeti

1 Stop

Serengeti National Park

9 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Accommodation: Seronera campsite

Meals: BreakfastLunchDinner

Day 3

Serengeti Wildebeest Migration full day tour

1 Stop

Serengeti National Park

10 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Accommodation: seronera campsite

Meals: BreakfastLunchDinner

Day 4

Serengeti to Ngorongoro

1 Stop

Ngorongoro Conservation Area

10 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Accommodation: simba campsite

Meals: BreakfastLunchDinner

Day 5

Ngorongoro to Arusha

2 Stops

Ngorongoro Crater

8 hours • Admission Ticket Included

Mto wa Mbu

1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Accommodation: Arusha tourist inn hotel or Green Mountain hotel

Meals: BreakfastLunchDinner

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
May be operated by a multi-lingual guide

Near public transportation
Most travelers can participate
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 6 travelers

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.

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Featured review

Venkatesh_R

Excellent . To start with confirmation given by the travel agent, the guide samuel and the support staff and the cook. A tour worth , guide/ driver samuel was very patient and knowledgeable and was very clear and communicative on animals and birds. He had good knowledge of the topography and this made the trip a memorable one. The stay arrangements and food was very good all along the tour. Overall a pleasant, memorable experience and thanks to MERU Slopes, Arusha.

Reviews

5.0

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An unnecessarily difficult and unhealthy adventure

Donnette_C, Jul 2023

I recently returned from a 5-day/4-night safari, conducted by Meru Slopes Tours and Safaris, to Tarangire National Park, Ngorongoro Crater and the Serengeti. The parks are absolutely spectacular—the vistas divine and the animals mesmerizing. Our guide was professional, knowledgeable, diligent in looking out for animals and generally catered to our interests. But what should have been the trip of a lifetime turned out to be an unnecessarily difficult and unhealthy adventure. The first night we stayed at a lodge because the campsite was not ready. The lodge was in total disrepair. It was just barely standing on the last legs of former glory. My room had peeling paint, a hole in the bathroom ceiling, mold, missing window panes, a clogged shower and mosquito netting held together by tape. It was totally unsuitable for habitation. Other rooms were in similar condition and one of my travel companions was evicted from her room by a swarm of bees. For the next 3 nights we stayed at campsites. Before committing to the camping option, we were advised that the tents would come with beds. Later the beds morphed into some kind of mattress and sleeping bags. Despite the best efforts of several members of my party, we were unable to see pictures of what exactly that entailed. In reality, my tent came with a very thin foam—not more than 1 inch thick—partially stuffed into a Massai blanket. The sleeping bag was thin and well-worn and the small pillow tough. None of the contents of the tent seemed particularly clean and fresh. The foam was so thin I suffered back and hip pains. Nevertheless, I managed to negotiate the first 2 nights despite the discomfort but the third night was brutal. The temperature was in the 40s and the threadbare sleeping bag and thin foam were woefully inadequate to provide protection against the cold and wind. Not even a tough pillow was provided that night. The bathrooms at the campsites were filthy. I never saw anyone cleaning and when I inquired no one was identified as being responsible. There was usually no toilet paper, equipment was broken and even when hot water was promised there was none. That is a recipe for spreading disease. A clean functional bathroom is a reasonable expectation that should have been met. The common dining rooms at the campsites consisted of random bits and pieces of furniture—some literally broken. While sitting at a table, I was stabbed by a piece of rusty mental. Fortunately, there were medical professionals traveling in our group who came to my aide, providing cleansers and antibiotic ointment. They monitored my condition for several days. I could have easily contracted tetanus. This was not an isolated incident. Another member of my travel party also sustained multiple injuries due to rusty nails in the bathroom. Maintenance of appropriate levels of heat and cold for our food was suspect. The food often traveled with us with no evidence of containers that could regulate and guarantee food safety. I, along with others in my group, experienced intestinal upset during the journey. Food was often served late in the evening, which limited our ability to get a good night’s rest. Wi-Fi was promised on our vehicles. For most of the time we had no service. Why make that promise if service was not possible or likely?! We could have made other arrangements had we known Wi-Fi could not be relied upon. Our vehicle, inexplicably, had wet seats for more than 2 days. We discovered the wet seats when we sat in them and got wet. Even though our resourceful guide was able to provide Massai blankets as a dry padding, the damage was already done. The beauty of this trip, which was rather expensive to access, was marred by decisions made by Meru Slopes (and possible others). It seems as if reasonable levels of profits are not being plowed back into the business to improve and maintain facilities, logistics and services. Meru Slopes should not be selling substandard travel packages. Securing basic health and safety for customers should be a business imperative. There should be transparency regarding the quality of services in advance so that customers can make informed decisions. It would appear that Meru Slopes is relying on the grandeur of the parks to bridge the company’s inadequacies. Use this service at your risk!

Response from Host, Aug 2023

I would like to express our utmost gratitude for choosing Meru Slopes Tours and Safaris for your recent adventure to Tarangire National Park, Ngorongoro Crater, and the Serengeti. First and foremost, I want to extend our sincerest apologies for the challenges and discomfort you encountered during your recent 5-day/4-night safari with Meru Slopes Tours and Safaris. Your feedback is of utmost importance to us as it allows us to make vital improvements to enhance the experiences of our valued clients, and I assure you that we take your concerns seriously. I want to address each of your points individually to provide clarity and assurance: Lodge Accommodation: We deeply regret that the lodge accommodation provided during your first night did not meet your expectations. Your description of the conditions is concerning, and we take full responsibility for this oversight. We acknowledge our mistake in not ensuring suitable and comfortable accommodations for you. We are committed to improving our accommodation selection process and will strive to ensure that all accommodations provided meet the highest standards of quality and comfort. Campsite Conditions: Regarding the campsite conditions, I understand that your experience was not up to the standards you expected. Kindly Please be reminded that, these campsites are public and not under our direct control, but we will do our best to provide a safe and enjoyable camping experience for our clients. Your feedback has highlighted areas for improvement, and I want to assure you that we will take this feedback seriously. We will continue to work closely with the relevant authorities (GOVERNMENT AUTHORITIES) to address the issues you've raised and advocate for better conditions at these campsites. In addition, our team has taken note of your concerns, particularly the quality of mattresses, sleeping bags, and pillows. We apologize for any inconvenience you experienced due to these issues. Rest assured, we will be investing in higher-quality camping equipment to ensure your comfort during the entire safari. Food and Hygiene: We deeply regret that the quality of the food and hygiene did not meet your expectations. Your health and well-being are our first priority and very important to us, and we take full responsibility for any discomfort you experienced due to food-related issues. Rest assured, we will be working closely with our kitchen and catering teams to ensure that our meals are prepared and served in a safe and sanitary manner. Your feedback will serve as a reference point for us to improve our culinary offerings and standards. Wi-Fi Service: We apologize for any inconvenience you experienced due to the unreliable Wi-Fi service on our vehicles. While we do strive to provide this service, it is important to note that the safari routes can take you through remote areas where network connectivity is limited or unavailable. We regret any disappointment this may have caused and will work on providing more accurate information to future travelers regarding Wi-Fi availability. Overall Safari Experience: I want to express our sincerest apologies for the challenges you faced throughout your journey. We genuinely regret that your experience fell short of your expectations and our own standards and we take this feedback seriously. Your feedback serves as a critical reminder of the areas in which we need to improve. Your feedback has prompted us to review our processes, procedures, and service providers to ensure that the experiences of our clients are enhanced in every way possible. We understand that our shortcomings impacted your experience, and for that, we are truly sorry. We are committed to taking immediate action to address these issues, elevate our standards, and make every effort to ensure that future travelers do not encounter similar challenges. Your review is a valuable opportunity for us to grow and improve, and I assure you that your concerns have been shared with our team for thorough examination and action. Once again, we apologize for the disappointments you faced during your safari, and we appreciate your willingness to bring these issues to our attention. If you have any further insights or suggestions, please don't hesitate to reach out to me directly at [your contact information]. We are committed to earning back your trust and providing you with the unforgettable safari experience you deserve. Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. Best regards, Meru Slopes Tours and Safaris

Nightmare on the Serengeti

Elizabeth_O, Jul 2023

The most memorable part of the trip was our guide, Johnson. He was the consummate professional and we were able to see so many animals. He never got tired of our requests and made sure that we enjoyed the experience. The camp sites were terrible. The restrooms were dilapidated and not fit for human use. Two of my fellow travelers got cut by rusty nails in the aging showers and thankfully, they had their tetanus shots. To put it frankly, the bathrooms were filthy and did not appear to have any assigned person or persons to clean them on a regular basis. The dining rooms or places we were supposed to eat had old rusty tables and chairs, when there were chairs, because there were many different groups sharing the facilities. A mattress pad is not a mattress. The supplies were bare bones. The tents were much too thin for the wintery temperatures. There were no blankets supplied. Nothing to keep us warm. Two of my fellow travelers caught horrible colds and are just now getting over them after returning to the states when they were prescribed with antibiotics. We were ill-prepared for these brutal conditions during winter months. Temperatures dropped to 45 degrees Fahrenheit and even with five layers of clothes, I could not get warm. Prior to going on the trip, we repeatedly asked for a picture of the tent and its contents, but to no avail. I now know why it was kept from us, because we would have canceled had we been aware of the disgusting conditions or at the very least, upgraded our accommodations. Shame on you for putting your guests through these despicable conditions and calling it a vacation. American prisoners have better accommodations. Has your company checked on the conditions of the campsites? Bathrooms? There have to be some minimum standards set for your clients. I have used your products before all over Europe and Asia, but this was a downright disappointment and was patently unsafe. This product needs to be recalibrated before selling any additional packages. I thoroughly enjoyed the animals, but the living conditions were beyond the pale.

Best experience

Malene_B, Jul 2023

We had the best safaritrip - more than we could ever dream of! Thanks to the best guide ever, Douglas, we experienced so many fantastic things. He knew the parks very well and knew just where to spot all the animals. He even managed to go so close to three cheetahs without scaring them that one of them jumped on top of the car and looked through the open roof for several minutes. He kept us calm through it all and we had a true once in a lifetime experience. And we even got to see all of the big five and so much more. We were also blessed with the best cook, Johanna, that made delicious meals for us three times a day. Even our picky daughter (12 years old) loved everything and our always-starving-son (14 year old and growing a lot) was full all day. Huge applause to Johanna. Will recommend the agency to everybody, and keep your fingers crossed that you get Douglas and Johanna! Good advices: Remember good binoculars and a camera with good zoom

Great 👍👏

Venkatesh_R, Jun 2023

Nature provided!

Thomas_W, Jun 2023

Wow, above and beyond! We were with driver Douglas and Cook Johanna, and the whole trip was perfection! Douglas was very knowledgeable about everything, told us very interesting facts about the animals we were observing, and knew where to find the most interesting spots. At one point we were racing through the szerengeti so we can spot 2 cheetahs! Also they were very flexible: we booked the trip with public campsite in tents, but after getting a bit sick on the first day, and so sleeping in a tent in the wild was not too practical when the toilet is potentially between you and wild animals, they were able to rebook our accomodation to a tented lodge. Also the food by Johanna was amazing: during our stay at the tented lodge we ate the 'premium' food from the lodge for dinner, but me and my fiancé both agreed that Johannas food was much better ^^

Ottima esperienza, ma il safari in campeggio non è per tutti

Alessandro_B, Aug 2023

Assistenza impeccabile del tour operator dal momento dell'arrivo in aeroporto, fino alla partenza. Il viaggio è avventuroso, soprattutto perché si dorme in tenda, non ci sono particolari comodità. I campeggi sono generalmente puliti (con qualche eccezione che non dipende dal tour operator), ma abbastanza spartani. Il cibo è sempre stato abbondante, ma tipico della Tanzania, quindi bisogna un po' adattarsi ai loro gusti e tradizioni, oltre che a una varietà di pasti non particolarmente elevata (pollo e riso sono sempre presenti). Consigliato! L'autista e lo chef (nel mio caso Samwel e Yohane) sono estremamente gentili e disponibili a soddisfare ogni possibile richiesta.

Response from Host, Sep 2023

In English: We thank you for the feedback! We're glad you had a great experience with us. We understand camping safaris aren't for everyone, but we appreciate your recommendation. Samwel and Yohane are always here to assist you. Your satisfaction means a lot! In Italian: Grazie per il feedback! Siamo contenti che abbiate avuto una bellissima esperienza con noi. Capiamo che i safari in campeggio non siano adatti a tutti, ma apprezziamo la vostra raccomandazione. Samwel e Yohane sono sempre qui per aiutarvi. La vostra soddisfazione significa molto!