3-Day Upper Mid-Range Safari: Ngorongoro & Central Serengeti with Malaika
Why this Package
Split a compact 3-Day safari tour between Ngorongoro and Central Serengeti for high yield per day. This journey offers a blend of wildlife encounters and comfortable accommodations, perfect for those eager to experience Tanzania's iconic landscapes.
Your adventure begins at KanKari Lodge in Karatu, a mid-range property that provides a peaceful garden retreat. Known for its friendly staff and personalized service, guests enjoy hearty meals served on a full-board basis, featuring fresh local vegetables and home-cooked Tanzanian dishes. The lodge's intimate atmosphere is complemented by en-suite rooms adorned with modest furnishings and private verandas overlooking the Karatu highlands.
After a restful night, you’ll embark on an early morning descent into the Ngorongoro Crater, where you can witness the stunning wildlife density, including the Big Five. Following this immersive experience, you’ll transition to the Malaika Seronera Luxury Camp in the heart of the Central Serengeti. This upper mid-range tented camp is strategically located near the Seronera Valley, ensuring quick access to prime predator territories.
At Malaika, enjoy buffet breakfasts, picnic lunches, and plated three-course dinners that blend international and Swahili cuisines. The spacious canvas tents, equipped with en-suite bathrooms and verandas, provide a comfortable haven after exhilarating game drives. The camp's central location maximizes your chances of spotting lions, leopards, and cheetahs, making it an ideal choice for wildlife enthusiasts.
With two nights spent in these thoughtfully selected lodges, you’ll benefit from deeper wildlife immersion and a chance to unwind in serene settings. This safari is perfect for first-time visitors or those combining their trip with a Kilimanjaro trek or a relaxing beach escape in Zanzibar. Experience the thrill of the African savannah while enjoying the comforts of well-appointed accommodations.
For more insights on the incredible wildlife you might encounter, check out our articles on lions in Tanzania and the Ngorongoro Crater tour.
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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
- 🚙 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 | $2312 |
| 2 | $1464 |
| 3 | $1242 |
| 4 | $1186 |
| 5 | $1109 |
| 6 | $1057 |
| 7 | $1160 |
| 8 | $1115 |
| 9 | $1080 |
| 10 | $1074 |
| 11 | $1049 |
| 12 | $1028 |
Accommodations in this Tour
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Karatu
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Central Serengeti