4-Day Mid-Range Serengeti and Ngorongoro Safari with Embalakai Camp
Why this Package
For first safaris, this 4-Day safari tour through the Central Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater feels comprehensive—density plus predators. Experience the thrill of wildlife in their natural habitat while staying at Embalakai Tented Camp, a mid-range tented camp that offers a rustic bush atmosphere close to the Seronera Valley. This camp is ideal for adventurous couples and groups who prioritize location and budget over polished service.
Your journey begins with a scenic flight from Zanzibar to the Serengeti, allowing you to maximize your time on safari. At Embalakai, meals are hearty and simple, featuring early teas, picnic breakfasts, and communal plated dinners that focus on safari staples. The Meru-style tents are equipped with comfortable beds, en-suite bathrooms, and verandas for enjoying the stunning surroundings.
After a night in the Serengeti, you will head to the Ngorongoro Crater, where you will stay at Ikumbi Lodge. This affordable lodge is slightly more polished than others in the area, providing a comfortable ambiance with modern rooms that feature private bathrooms and balconies overlooking lush gardens. Meals at Ikumbi include full-board dining with international and local dishes, ensuring you are well-fueled for your daily adventures.
Access to both parks is convenient, with Embalakai being well-placed for maximizing dawn and dusk drives, while Ikumbi Lodge offers a balanced option for those visiting the Ngorongoro Crater. This itinerary not only allows you to witness the incredible wildlife of the Serengeti, including the great migration, but also the unique ecosystem of the Ngorongoro Crater, famous for its Big 5 sightings.
Immerse yourself in the breathtaking landscapes and vibrant wildlife of Tanzania. This safari is perfect for first-timers looking to combine adventure with comfort.
Mix of budget and 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 budget and 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
- ✈️ 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 | $3414 |
| 2 | $2273 |
| 3 | $1988 |
| 4 | $1932 |
| 5 | $1830 |
| 6 | $1761 |
| 7 | $1906 |
| 8 | $1845 |
| 9 | $1797 |
| 10 | $1794 |
| 11 | $1760 |
| 12 | $1732 |
Accommodations in this Tour
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Central Serengeti
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Karatu