3-Day Mid-Range Safari: Central Serengeti & Ngorongoro with Heart and Soul Lodge
Why this Package
For first-time safari-goers, this 3-Day safari tour through the Central Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater offers a well-rounded experience, showcasing both diverse wildlife and breathtaking landscapes. You will enjoy the comforts of the Heart and Soul Lodge, a mid-range eco-styled property in Karatu, designed for those who appreciate sustainability and personal service.
Your adventure begins with a scenic drive to the Ngorongoro Crater, where you can catch the tail end of predator activity early in the morning. The lodge emphasizes locally sourced ingredients in its meals, providing hearty breakfasts and communal dinners that highlight Tanzanian flavors. Guests often praise the warm, home-style dining atmosphere, making it a cozy retreat after a day of exploration.
Accommodations at Heart and Soul Lodge feature a small number of cottages with en-suite bathrooms and verandas, allowing you to unwind in a tranquil garden setting. The lodge's commitment to eco-conscious design includes natural building materials and solar energy, ensuring a comfortable stay while minimizing environmental impact. With a swimming pool and a bar, you can relax and enjoy the peaceful surroundings.
Access to the lodge is convenient, with the Ngorongoro gate just a short drive away, making it easy to maximize your time in the crater. This tour is ideal for those looking to combine their safari experience with a visit to the stunning landscapes of the Serengeti, known for its great migration routes and big cats. Immerse yourself in the wild, and let the sights and sounds of Tanzania create unforgettable memories.
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
- ✈️ 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 | $2254 |
| 2 | $1493 |
| 3 | $1282 |
| 4 | $1215 |
| 5 | $1144 |
| 6 | $1097 |
| 7 | $1193 |
| 8 | $1152 |
| 9 | $1119 |
| 10 | $1109 |
| 11 | $1086 |
| 12 | $1067 |
Accommodations in this Tour
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Karatu
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Central Serengeti, Ndutu (Serengeti), North Serengeti