5-Day Mid-Range Serengeti Safari with Embalakai Camp
Why this Package
Trade a North push for the Grumeti corridor in this 5-day safari tour: experience the breathtaking landscapes of the Central Serengeti, explore the rich wildlife of the West Serengeti, and witness the stunning views of the Ngorongoro Crater. This itinerary is perfect for those seeking a blend of adventure and comfort, featuring a mix of budget and mid-range accommodations.
Your journey begins at the Embalakai Tented Camp, a mid-range tented camp nestled in the heart of the Central Serengeti. Here, you can enjoy a rustic bush atmosphere while being close to the Seronera Valley, known for its abundant predator sightings. Meals are hearty and simple, including early teas, picnic breakfasts, and communal dinners that bring guests together around the fire pit.
Accommodations at Embalakai consist of Meru-style tents equipped with comfortable beds, en-suite bathrooms, and private verandas, allowing you to soak in the natural surroundings. The camp is strategically located for maximizing your game drives, ensuring you don’t miss the spectacular dawn and dusk wildlife activity.
After your time in the Serengeti, you’ll head to Ikumbi Lodge in Karatu, an affordable yet comfortable base for your Ngorongoro adventures. With a selection of modern rooms featuring private bathrooms and balconies overlooking lush gardens, Ikumbi Lodge offers a more polished experience compared to other budget options. Enjoy full-board dining with a mix of international and local dishes, ensuring you’re well-fueled for your daily excursions.
Access to the Ngorongoro Crater is efficient from Ikumbi, allowing you to reach the gate in about 30 minutes, maximizing your time on the crater floor where you can witness the Big 5 in their natural habitat. This combination of lodges provides a well-rounded safari experience, balancing comfort with the thrill of wildlife encounters.
Whether you’re a first-time visitor or a seasoned safari-goer, this 5-day itinerary offers an immersive experience in some of Tanzania’s most iconic landscapes. Don’t miss the chance to explore the Ngorongoro Crater and the vast plains of the Serengeti, all while enjoying the comforts of well-located lodges.
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 | $4306 |
| 2 | $2837 |
| 3 | $2485 |
| 4 | $2433 |
| 5 | $2303 |
| 6 | $2216 |
| 7 | $2405 |
| 8 | $2327 |
| 9 | $2266 |
| 10 | $2267 |
| 11 | $2223 |
| 12 | $2186 |
Accommodations in this Tour
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Central Serengeti
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Karatu