3-Day Mid-Range Safari: Ngorongoro & Central Serengeti with Ikumbi Lodge
Why this Package
Crater rhino chances pair well with Seronera lions in this 3-Day safari tour format. Begin your adventure in the stunning Ngorongoro Crater, where you’ll spend a night at Ikumbi Lodge. This affordable lodge offers a comfortable base with a conventional lodge feel, ensuring a restful stay after your exciting game drives. Enjoy hearty meals, including full-board dining with both international and local dishes, and early breakfasts for your safari departures.
After exploring the crater, you’ll head to the Central Serengeti for another night at Osinon Camps and Lodges. This mid-range camp is strategically located to provide easy access to the vibrant wildlife action of Seronera. Here, you can savor simple buffet breakfasts and communal dinners featuring hearty staples, fostering a social atmosphere among fellow travelers.
The accommodations at Ikumbi Lodge include modern rooms with private bathrooms, mosquito nets, and some with private balconies overlooking lush gardens. At Osinon, canvas tents come equipped with proper beds and en-suite bathrooms, ensuring a functional yet comfortable stay. This mix of lodges allows you to experience the best of both worlds—affordability and comfort.
With a well-planned itinerary, you’ll maximize your wildlife encounters while enjoying the scenic beauty of Tanzania. The drive from Ikumbi Lodge to the Ngorongoro gate is approximately 25–30 minutes, allowing you to reach the crater floor early enough to witness the morning activity of predators. Similarly, the access to Central Serengeti from Osinon is efficient, placing you right in the heart of the action.
This safari is ideal for first-timers eager to explore the iconic landscapes and wildlife of Tanzania. Whether you’re combining this adventure with a Kilimanjaro trek or planning a relaxing beach getaway in Zanzibar, this tour promises unforgettable memories amidst the breathtaking beauty of nature.
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
- 🚙 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 | $1998 |
| 2 | $1290 |
| 3 | $1086 |
| 4 | $1012 |
| 5 | $945 |
| 6 | $901 |
| 7 | $993 |
| 8 | $954 |
| 9 | $923 |
| 10 | $910 |
| 11 | $889 |
| 12 | $871 |
Accommodations in this Tour
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Karatu
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Central Serengeti