3-Day Mid-Range Safari: Ngorongoro & Central Serengeti with Hippo Trails Camp
Why this Package
Crater dawns and Serengeti sunsets—3-Day safari tour arranged for golden hours at both Ngorongoro and Central Serengeti. This adventure is perfect for first-time visitors eager to experience Tanzania's iconic wildlife and breathtaking landscapes.
Your stay begins at Hippo Trails Camp, a mid-range tented camp nestled in the heart of the Central Serengeti. Here, you’ll enjoy hearty meals, including early teas and picnic breakfasts, designed to fuel your daily adventures. The Meru-style tents provide comfortable beds, en-suite bathrooms, and a rustic charm that enhances your safari experience. With prime access to the Seronera River Valley, you’ll have the opportunity to witness big cats and hippos in their natural habitat.
After a night in the Serengeti, you’ll travel to the Ngorongoro Farm House, located just outside Karatu. This spacious lodge, styled around a colonial coffee plantation, offers a delightful atmosphere for relaxation. Enjoy full-board dining with fresh produce sourced from the lodge’s own farm, ensuring a delightful culinary experience. The chalet-style rooms provide a cozy retreat with private terraces overlooking the gardens and coffee plantation, making it an ideal spot for families or couples seeking comfort.
With one night in each park, this itinerary allows you to immerse yourself in the diverse wildlife and stunning scenery of Tanzania. The early morning game drives from Ngorongoro ensure you catch the action as predators are most active, while the Central Serengeti offers unparalleled opportunities for wildlife viewing at dawn and dusk. This combination of locations enhances your chances of spotting the Big Five and other magnificent creatures.
Whether you're combining this safari with a trek up Mount Kilimanjaro or planning a beach escape to Zanzibar, this 3-day adventure promises unforgettable memories in the heart of Tanzania.
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
- 🚙 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 | $2420 |
| 2 | $1524 |
| 3 | $1296 |
| 4 | $1246 |
| 5 | $1165 |
| 6 | $1111 |
| 7 | $1217 |
| 8 | $1170 |
| 9 | $1134 |
| 10 | $1130 |
| 11 | $1104 |
| 12 | $1082 |
Accommodations in this Tour
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Central Serengeti
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Karatu