3-Day Mid-Range Safari: Ngorongoro & Central Serengeti with Embalakai Camp
Why this Package
In this 3-Day safari tour, explore the stunning landscapes of Ngorongoro and the Central Serengeti, where the chances of spotting lions and rhinos are high. Your adventure begins in Arusha and returns to the same vibrant city, ensuring a seamless experience.
Your stay at Embalakai Tented Camp in the heart of the Central Serengeti offers a unique blend of affordability and authentic safari immersion. Enjoy hearty meals that include early teas, picnic breakfasts, and communal dinners, perfect for sharing stories of the day’s wildlife encounters. The Meru-style tents provide comfortable bedding, en-suite bathrooms, and a cozy veranda to relax while taking in the surrounding bush atmosphere.
After a restful night, you’ll embark on thrilling game drives, maximizing your chances to witness the incredible wildlife that roams the Serengeti. The camp’s location near the Seronera Valley is ideal for predator sightings, especially during dawn and dusk when the animals are most active.
On your journey to Ngorongoro, you’ll stay at Farm of Dreams Lodge in Karatu, a larger mid-range base that offers spacious rooms with stunning views of tropical gardens. The lodge features a large swimming pool and a lively atmosphere, making it perfect for families or groups. Meals are served buffet-style, ensuring you’re well-fed and ready for your daily adventures.
With one night in each location, you’ll have ample time to soak in the breathtaking scenery and diverse wildlife of both parks. This itinerary is ideal for first-time visitors looking to experience the best of Tanzania’s natural wonders while enjoying dependable comfort.
For more information on the incredible wildlife you might encounter, check out our guide on lions in Tanzania or explore the Ngorongoro Crater for its unique ecosystem.
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 | $2322 |
| 2 | $1470 |
| 3 | $1248 |
| 4 | $1192 |
| 5 | $1115 |
| 6 | $1063 |
| 7 | $1166 |
| 8 | $1120 |
| 9 | $1085 |
| 10 | $1079 |
| 11 | $1054 |
| 12 | $1033 |
Accommodations in this Tour
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Central Serengeti
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Karatu