3-Day Upper Mid-Range Safari: Tarangire & Ngorongoro with Sanctuary Ngorongoro
Why this Package
A smooth circuit for 3-Day safari tour, balancing wildlife density with easy logistics, takes you through Tarangire, Ngorongoro, and Lake Manyara. This journey is perfect for both first-time visitors and those looking to combine their adventure with a trip to Zanzibar. You will experience the stunning landscapes and diverse wildlife of Tanzania while enjoying the comforts of well-appointed lodges.
Your stay at Heart and Soul Lodge in Karatu offers a mid-range eco-styled experience, emphasizing sustainability and personal service. With meals focusing on locally sourced ingredients, you can expect hearty breakfasts and delightful dinners that showcase Tanzanian flavors. The intimate atmosphere, with a small number of cottages featuring en-suite bathrooms and verandas, creates a cozy retreat after your daily adventures.
Transitioning to the Sanctuary Ngorongoro Crater Camp, you will enjoy elegant tented hospitality just a short drive from the crater floor. This location allows you to be among the first vehicles at dawn, maximizing your wildlife viewing opportunities. The spacious canvas tents, complete with fine linens and en-suite bathrooms, provide a luxurious yet relaxed setting. Refined, chef-led menus enhance your dining experience, making every meal a memorable occasion.
With one night in each park, you can immerse yourself in the unique ecosystems of Tarangire, known for its huge elephants herds, and the breathtaking Ngorongoro Crater, where you might spot the elusive black rhino. The final stop at Lake Manyara offers the chance to witness tree climbing lions and vibrant flamingos, rounding out a diverse safari experience.
This tour is ideal for those who appreciate a blend of comfort and adventure, ensuring you leave with unforgettable memories of Tanzania's stunning wildlife and landscapes.
Mix of mid-range and luxury 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 luxury 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 | $2671 |
| 2 | $1536 |
| 3 | $1278 |
| 4 | $1258 |
| 5 | $1159 |
| 6 | $1093 |
| 7 | $1216 |
| 8 | $1160 |
| 9 | $1116 |
| 10 | $1124 |
| 11 | $1091 |
| 12 | $1064 |
Accommodations in this Tour
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Karatu
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Ngorongoro Crater