Forget about swanky safari lodges and lavish tented camps; when it comes to saving resources and keeping to a strict schedule, nothing beats tossing a tent and camping. The rustic camping solution, whether it’s a pop-up tent from your backpack or a rooftop tent on your self-drive safari vehicle, brings you closer to nature while stretching your budget. Self-catering, street food, dining at nearby restaurants, and using public transportation also help to hold prices down while still introducing the traveler to Tanzanian culture and citizens.