3-Day Mid-Range Safari: Central Serengeti & Ngorongoro with Embalakai Camp
Why this Package
For first-time travelers, this 3-Day safari tour through the Central Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater offers a rich blend of wildlife experiences and stunning landscapes. Enjoy the rustic charm of Embalakai Tented Camp, situated close to the Seronera Valley, where you can immerse yourself in the authentic bush atmosphere.
During your stay, relish hearty meals that include picnic breakfasts and communal dinners, perfect for sharing stories of the day's adventures. The Meru-style tents at Embalakai provide comfortable accommodations, featuring en-suite bathrooms and private verandas where you can unwind after a day of exploration.
After your night in the Serengeti, head to Ngorongoro for a day of wildlife viewing. The drive from Ikumbi Lodge in Karatu to the crater gate is about 35-45 minutes, allowing you to reach the floor in time for morning activity when predators are on the move. Ikumbi Lodge offers a more polished experience, with modern rooms and a focus on guest comfort, making it an excellent base for your adventures.
Experience the thrill of spotting the Big Five in their natural habitat while enjoying the convenience of well-located lodges. This itinerary is ideal for those combining their safari with a trek on Mount Kilimanjaro or a beach escape to Zanzibar. The combination of these two iconic areas ensures a memorable adventure filled with breathtaking views and incredible wildlife encounters.
As you watch the sunrise over the vast plains of the Serengeti, you'll understand why this journey is a must for any wildlife enthusiast.
Mix of budget and 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
+ more verified Mix of budget and mid-range operatorsInclusions
- 🛏️ 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
- ✈️ Internal flights as in itinerary
- 🚙 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
- ❌ 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 | $2373 |
| 2 | $1559 |
| 3 | $1341 |
| 4 | $1281 |
| 5 | $1206 |
| 6 | $1156 |
| 7 | $1256 |
| 8 | $1213 |
| 9 | $1179 |
| 10 | $1171 |
| 11 | $1147 |
| 12 | $1127 |
Accommodations in this Tour
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Central Serengeti
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Karatu