3-Day Mid-Range Ngorongoro and Serengeti Safari with Friends Camp
Why this Package
If you want punch without long drives, this 3-Day safari tour focuses on Ngorongoro mornings and Central Serengeti afternoon light. Experience the stunning landscapes and rich wildlife of these iconic areas while enjoying the comforts of mid-range accommodations.
Your adventure begins at Friends Serengeti Tented Camp, located in the heart of the Central Serengeti. This camp is designed for small groups and adventurous couples seeking a comfortable yet authentic safari experience. With its prime location, you’ll have easy access to the predator-rich valleys of Seronera, ensuring excellent game viewing opportunities.
Meals at Friends Camp are simple yet hearty, featuring early tea and picnic breakfasts that allow you to maximize your time on game drives. Communal dinners create a warm atmosphere, perfect for sharing stories of the day’s adventures. The Meru-style tents offer cozy beds, en-suite bathrooms, and a rustic charm that appeals to budget-conscious travelers.
After your time in the Serengeti, you’ll head to Ang’ata Tented Camp Ngorongoro, perched on the rim of the Ngorongoro Crater. This camp provides a unique logistical advantage, allowing you to be among the first vehicles descending into the crater at sunrise. Enjoy early breakfasts and packed lunches for full-day safaris, enhancing your chances of spotting the Big Five and other wildlife.
With 8–10 classic safari tents, Ang’ata offers en-suite bathrooms, flush toilets, and hot bucket showers, ensuring a comfortable stay. The camp’s intimate setting fosters a genuine safari experience, closer to bush camping than lodge luxury, all while being at the edge of one of the world’s most remarkable natural wonders.
Travelers will appreciate the ease of access to both parks, with the crater descent road allowing for quick entry into Ngorongoro. This itinerary is ideal for first-timers or those looking to combine their safari experience with a beach escape in Zanzibar or a trek up Mount Kilimanjaro. Immerse yourself in the beauty of Tanzania’s wildlife and landscapes on this unforgettable journey.
Mid-Range Tanzania Safari
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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.
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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
- ✈️ Internal flights as in itinerary
- 🚙 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
- ❌ 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 | $2696 |
| 2 | $1805 |
| 3 | $1578 |
| 4 | $1527 |
| 5 | $1446 |
| 6 | $1393 |
| 7 | $1498 |
| 8 | $1451 |
| 9 | $1415 |
| 10 | $1411 |
| 11 | $1385 |
| 12 | $1363 |
Accommodations in this Tour
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Ngorongoro Crater
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Central Serengeti