3-Day Luxury Safari: Central Serengeti & Ngorongoro with Serengeti River Camp
Why this Package
Experience a captivating 3-Day safari that immerses you in the wonders of Central Serengeti and the breathtaking Ngorongoro Crater. This journey is designed for those seeking a blend of adventure and comfort, featuring stays at the luxurious Serengeti River Camp and the welcoming Baghayo Garden Suites.
At Serengeti River Camp, enjoy the polished canvas comfort of large tents equipped with en-suite bathrooms and private verandas, perfect for soaking in the stunning surroundings. The camp's location near the Seronera River ensures exceptional game viewing, where you can witness lions, leopards, and elephants throughout the year. Delight in hearty meals, including buffet breakfasts and plated dinners that showcase both international and local flavors.
Your adventure begins with a stay at Baghayo Garden Suites in Karatu, a charming lodge that offers a homely atmosphere and easy access to the Ngorongoro gate. The garden-view suites provide a comfortable retreat after your days of exploration, with simple yet clean accommodations. Meals here are hearty and homestyle, often served buffet-style, ensuring you are well-fed for your safari excursions.
This itinerary is perfect for first-time visitors eager to explore Tanzania's iconic landscapes and wildlife. With the convenience of close proximity to both parks, you can maximize your experience without the hassle of long travel times. As you watch the sunrise over the vast plains of the Serengeti or listen to the sounds of nature at night, you will create memories that last a lifetime.
For those looking to combine their safari with other adventures, this tour pairs beautifully with a trek up Mount Kilimanjaro or a relaxing beach escape to Zanzibar.
Mix of mid-range and luxury 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 mid-range and luxury 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 | $2940 |
| 2 | $1874 |
| 3 | $1625 |
| 4 | $1596 |
| 5 | $1502 |
| 6 | $1440 |
| 7 | $1558 |
| 8 | $1504 |
| 9 | $1462 |
| 10 | $1467 |
| 11 | $1436 |
| 12 | $1410 |
Accommodations in this Tour
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Karatu
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North Serengeti