3-Day Upper Mid-Range Safari: Ngorongoro & Central Serengeti with Baobab Camp
Why this Package
A short circuit with outsized returns: 3-Day safari tour through Ngorongoro and Central Serengeti while enjoying the comforts of an upper mid-range tented camp. Your adventure begins in the stunning landscapes of Ngorongoro Crater, where you will have the chance to witness the incredible wildlife, including the Big 5, in their natural habitat.
Staying at Heart and Soul Lodge in Karatu, you will appreciate its eco-conscious design and intimate atmosphere. The lodge emphasizes locally sourced ingredients, offering hearty meals that include early breakfasts and lunch packs for your crater excursions. After a day of exploration, enjoy a communal dinner featuring fresh vegetables and Tanzanian flavors, creating a warm, home-style dining experience.
Then, venture into the heart of the Serengeti, where Baobab Central Serengeti Tented Camp awaits. This seasonal camp is perfectly situated near Seronera’s predator hotspots, ensuring you have ample opportunities to see lions, leopards, and cheetahs. The canvas tents are equipped with comfortable beds, en-suite bathrooms, and verandas to soak in the breathtaking surroundings. Meals here are designed for long safari days, with hearty picnic breakfasts and communal dinners that foster a sense of camaraderie among guests.
The accessibility of both lodges enhances your experience, with Heart and Soul Lodge being just a short drive from the Ngorongoro gate, allowing you to catch the early morning wildlife activity. Meanwhile, Baobab Camp provides quick access to the best game viewing areas in the Serengeti, making it an ideal base for your safari.
For first-time travelers or those combining this journey with a trek up Mount Kilimanjaro or a beach escape to Zanzibar, this 3-day safari offers a perfect blend of adventure and comfort.
Mix of mid-range 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 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 | $2247 |
| 2 | $1428 |
| 3 | $1210 |
| 4 | $1150 |
| 5 | $1075 |
| 6 | $1025 |
| 7 | $1125 |
| 8 | $1081 |
| 9 | $1047 |
| 10 | $1040 |
| 11 | $1016 |
| 12 | $995 |
Accommodations in this Tour
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Central Serengeti
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Karatu