3-Day Upper Mid-Range Safari: Ngorongoro & Central Serengeti with Ikumbi Lodge
Why this Package
Crater dawns and Serengeti sunsets—3-Day safari tour arranged for golden hours at both Ngorongoro and Central Serengeti. This journey combines the comforts of Ikumbi Lodge in Karatu with the thrilling wildlife encounters of the Serengeti. At Ikumbi Lodge, you’ll enjoy full-board dining featuring a mix of international and local dishes, perfect for fueling your adventures. The lodge offers a selection of modern rooms, each with private bathrooms and delightful views of lush gardens, ensuring a comfortable stay.
Your safari experience begins with a drive to the Ngorongoro Crater, where you can witness the vibrant ecosystem and perhaps spot the Big 5. After a night at Ikumbi Lodge, you will head to the Central Serengeti, where the Signature Serengeti Tented Safari Camp awaits. This upper mid-range camp provides a close-to-nature feel with cozy Meru-style tents, complete with en-suite bathrooms and verandas for relaxing after a day of exploration.
Meals at the camp are designed for adventure, featuring hearty communal dinners and packed lunches for long game drives. The camp's central location allows for excellent access to wildlife viewing, making it an ideal choice for first-time visitors eager to experience the Serengeti's renowned wildlife.
With one night in the Ngorongoro Crater and another in the Serengeti, this itinerary offers a perfect balance of wildlife viewing and relaxation. It's an excellent choice for those combining their safari with a trek up Mount Kilimanjaro or a beach getaway in Zanzibar. Enjoy the thrill of the chase and the tranquility of nature in this unforgettable safari experience.
Mix of budget 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 budget 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
- 🚙 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 | $2150 |
| 2 | $1374 |
| 3 | $1161 |
| 4 | $1096 |
| 5 | $1024 |
| 6 | $976 |
| 7 | $1074 |
| 8 | $1031 |
| 9 | $999 |
| 10 | $989 |
| 11 | $966 |
| 12 | $947 |
Accommodations in this Tour
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Karatu
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Central Serengeti