3-Day Mid-Range Tarangire Ngorongoro Safari with Marera Valley Lodge
Why this Package
If you value variety per mile, a 3-Day safari tour across Tarangire and Ngorongoro is hard to beat. Experience the breathtaking landscapes and wildlife of these iconic parks while enjoying the comfort of mid-range lodges. Your adventure begins in Tarangire National Park, famous for its large elephant herds and stunning baobab trees. Here, you will stay at Sangaiwe Tented Lodge, which offers a unique tented safari experience just minutes from the park gate. Enjoy hearty buffet meals featuring local and international dishes, and relax in permanent tents equipped with en-suite bathrooms and private verandas.
After your time in Tarangire, you’ll journey to the Ngorongoro Crater, where you will spend the night at Marera Valley Lodge. This cozy lodge in Karatu provides a rustic yet comfortable atmosphere, complete with a swimming pool and well-kept gardens. Meals are served on the veranda, allowing you to savor the views of the valley. The lodge is conveniently located, making it easy to reach the Ngorongoro gate early in the morning for optimal wildlife viewing.
With one night in each park, this itinerary allows you to maximize your wildlife encounters while enjoying the best of Tanzania's natural beauty. From the elephants of Tarangire to the diverse wildlife of Ngorongoro, this safari is perfect for first-timers or those looking to combine their adventure with a trip to Zanzibar or a climb of Kilimanjaro. Don't miss the chance to witness the incredible sights of the Ngorongoro Crater, where you may spot the Big 5 in one of the most stunning settings on earth.
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
- 🚙 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 | $1924 |
| 2 | $1153 |
| 3 | $941 |
| 4 | $876 |
| 5 | $804 |
| 6 | $756 |
| 7 | $853 |
| 8 | $811 |
| 9 | $778 |
| 10 | $768 |
| 11 | $746 |
| 12 | $727 |
Accommodations in this Tour
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Karatu
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Tarangire