3-Day Mid-Range Safari: Lake Manyara, Ngorongoro & Tarangire
Why this Package
For a limited time, a 3-Day safari tour through Lake Manyara, Ngorongoro, and Tarangire offers an exceptional blend of wildlife experiences and comfortable accommodations. Enjoy the cozy ambiance at Marera Valley Lodge in Karatu, where hearty meals are served, including early breakfasts for crater departures and delicious dinners with valley views. Each of the 14 cottages features en-suite bathrooms, private verandas, and fireplaces, ensuring a restful stay after thrilling game drives.
Transitioning to Tarangire, the Sangaiwe Tented Lodge provides a unique tented experience just outside the park, perfect for those eager to witness the majestic elephants and iconic baobabs. Guests can indulge in buffet meals, picnic lunches, and plated dinners, catering to diverse tastes. The permanent tents come with en-suite bathrooms and verandas, allowing for a blend of comfort and adventure.
With the proximity of both lodges to their respective parks, you can maximize your wildlife viewing opportunities. Whether it's the tree-climbing lions of Lake Manyara or the stunning landscapes of Ngorongoro, this itinerary is ideal for first-time visitors or those looking to combine their safari with a Kilimanjaro trek or a relaxing beach getaway in Zanzibar.
Mid-Range Tanzania Safari
Book with the Right Tour Operator
Each safari company has its own strengths — some specialize in luxury safaris, some in mid-range, and some in budget trips. Their expertise depends on years of experience in specific price categories, the quality of their guides and vehicles, and the lodge partnerships they’ve built over time. None of this is visible on websites or forums, which is why NMT connects you directly with the operators best suited to your safari tier.
- Accurate matching based on your budget and travel needs
- Get and COMPARE direct quotes from 3–4 matched local operators
- Book DIRECTLY with trusted Tanzanian specialists — no markups or middlemen
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- 🛏️ Accommodation during safari
- 🍽️ All meals: Full board on all days. Only breakfast on days with just hotel.
- 🎟️ All park entrance fees and government taxes
- 💧 Drinking water, tea & coffee during the safari
- 🧑✈️ Driver Guide: Friendly, English-speaking (or another language) expert with deep wildlife knowledge
- 🚙 Private 4x4 Land Cruiser with pop-up roof
👉 Exact inclusions may vary. Final details will be provided by the tour operator when you request a quote.
Exclusions
The following costs are not included in above prices:
- ❌ International flight costs
- ❌ Internal Tanzania flight costs
- ❌ VISA fees
- ❌ Tips to guides and hotel staff
- ❌ Laundry, unless specified otherwise by hotels being used (ask the tour operator providing the quote)
- ❌ Alcoholic drinks unless specified otherwise
Per-person pricing
💡 Prices indicate how much each traveler would pay for a private tour, depending on total group size. Group tours aren’t available for this exact set of lodges.
| Persons | Price |
|---|---|
| 1 | $1924 |
| 2 | $1153 |
| 3 | $941 |
| 4 | $876 |
| 5 | $804 |
| 6 | $756 |
| 7 | $853 |
| 8 | $811 |
| 9 | $778 |
| 10 | $768 |
| 11 | $746 |
| 12 | $727 |
Accommodations in this Tour
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Karatu
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Tarangire