5-Day Upper Mid-Range Serengeti Tour with Conserve Safari Camp
Why this Package
If you want breadth and payoff in a 5-Day safari tour, this trio delivers: Central Serengeti, Ndutu Serengeti, and Ngorongoro. Experience the thrill of wildlife encounters while staying at a mix of budget and upper mid-range lodges, ensuring comfort without compromising on adventure. Begin your journey in the heart of the Serengeti at Conserve Safari Serengeti Camp, where you can enjoy long, unhurried game drives amidst the resident big cats and elephants. The camp offers a cozy bush-camp atmosphere with comfortable canvas tents featuring en-suite bathrooms, hot showers, and a welcoming lounge area.
Your meals here are thoughtfully prepared, with early breakfasts, picnic lunches, and generous dinners that cater to dietary needs upon request. After a day of exploration, gather around the campfire under a starlit sky, sharing stories of your day’s adventures.
Next, venture to Malaika Ndutu Luxury Camp, perfectly positioned for the calving season from December to March. This seasonal camp allows you to track predators closely, offering a unique perspective on one of Africa's greatest wildlife spectacles. Enjoy spacious canvas tents with en-suite facilities and a shared dining tent where international and Swahili cuisine awaits. The camp’s location ensures you are right in the action, maximizing your chances of witnessing the dramatic interactions of wildlife.
Finally, your journey concludes with a stay at Ikumbi Lodge in Karatu, providing a comfortable base for your Ngorongoro Crater explorations. With modern rooms that feature private bathrooms and balconies overlooking lush gardens, it strikes a balance between affordability and comfort. Enjoy full-board dining, with early breakfasts and picnic lunches to fuel your adventures. The lodge's proximity to the Ngorongoro gate allows for efficient access to the crater floor, where you can witness the diverse wildlife, including the Big Five, in their natural habitat.
This 5-day itinerary is ideal for both first-time visitors and seasoned safari-goers, offering a rich tapestry of experiences across Tanzania's most iconic landscapes. From the breathtaking views of the Ngorongoro Crater to the vibrant wildlife of the Serengeti, this safari promises unforgettable memories.
Mix of budget and upper 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 upper 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 | $4178 |
| 2 | $2699 |
| 3 | $2346 |
| 4 | $2295 |
| 5 | $2164 |
| 6 | $2077 |
| 7 | $2266 |
| 8 | $2188 |
| 9 | $2127 |
| 10 | $2129 |
| 11 | $2084 |
| 12 | $2047 |
Accommodations in this Tour
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Central Serengeti
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Karatu
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Ndutu (Serengeti)
