3-Day Upper Mid-Range Safari: Central Serengeti & Ngorongoro with Arukore Simba Camp
Why this Package
Experience a compact 3-Day safari tour that immerses you in the stunning landscapes of Central Serengeti and the iconic Ngorongoro Crater. This journey offers a blend of comfort and adventure, perfect for those seeking a memorable wildlife experience. Split your time between the vibrant predator activity of the Serengeti and the rich biodiversity of the crater floor, ensuring high yield per day.
Your stay at Arukore Simba Camp in the Central Serengeti provides a unique blend of rustic charm and modern comfort. Enjoy delicious meals that include early tea, picnic breakfasts, and plated dinners featuring local flavors. The camp’s canvas tents are well-appointed with en-suite bathrooms, hot showers, and verandas, allowing you to relax while soaking in the surrounding nature.
After a day of thrilling game drives, unwind by the fire pit or in the main lodge’s lounge, where you can share stories of the day’s adventures. The camp’s central location ensures easy access to prime wildlife viewing areas, making it an ideal base for your safari.
Transitioning to the Ngorongoro Crater, you’ll appreciate the eco-friendly ethos of Heart and Soul Lodge in Karatu. This mid-range lodge emphasizes sustainability and personal service, providing a cozy atmosphere with locally sourced meals. With a short drive to the crater gate, you’ll be among the first to witness the incredible wildlife that thrives in this unique ecosystem.
Whether you’re a first-time visitor or combining this adventure with a trek up Mount Kilimanjaro or a beach escape to Zanzibar, this safari package promises an unforgettable experience filled with breathtaking views and intimate wildlife encounters.
Mix of mid-range and upper 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 mid-range and upper 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 | $2598 |
| 2 | $1683 |
| 3 | $1454 |
| 4 | $1406 |
| 5 | $1324 |
| 6 | $1269 |
| 7 | $1376 |
| 8 | $1328 |
| 9 | $1291 |
| 10 | $1288 |
| 11 | $1261 |
| 12 | $1239 |
Accommodations in this Tour
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Central Serengeti
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Karatu