Mid-Range

5-Day Mid-Range Serengeti Tour with Bougainvillea Lodge

5 Days·Private Safari
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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 enjoying the comforts of mid-range accommodations. Start your adventure at Bougainvillea Safari Lodge in Karatu, where you can unwind in cozy cottage-style rooms equipped with en-suite bathrooms and verandas. The lodge offers hearty buffet-style meals, perfect for fueling your days of exploration. Its convenient location allows easy access to the Ngorongoro Crater, just a short drive away, making it an ideal base for your safari.

Next, venture into the heart of the action at Ndutu Wildlands Camp, where you’ll be right on the doorstep of the calving season. This mid-range tented camp provides a rustic yet authentic experience, with Meru-style tents featuring comfortable beds and en-suite bathrooms. Enjoy basic but hearty meals, including picnic breakfasts in the bush, allowing you to maximize your time on the plains. The camp's proximity to predator-rich areas makes it a prime spot for witnessing dramatic wildlife interactions.

Finally, immerse yourself in the stunning landscapes of the Central Serengeti at Nyikani Tented Camp Serengeti. This permanent tented camp offers a blend of comfort and adventure, with canvas tents that include en-suite bathrooms and a communal mess tent for social dining. The camp's location ensures you have year-round access to the region's abundant wildlife, including the iconic big cats. Meals are hearty and communal, fostering a sense of camaraderie among guests.

With this itinerary, you’ll have the opportunity to explore diverse ecosystems, from the lush Ngorongoro Crater to the open plains of the Serengeti. Each lodge provides a unique experience, ensuring that your safari is both comfortable and memorable. Don't miss the chance to witness the incredible wildlife of Tanzania—book your adventure today!

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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Inclusions

  • 🛏️ 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.

PersonsPrice
1$3893
2$2540
3$2203
4$2137
5$2015
6$1934
7$2115
8$2041
9$1984
10$1980
11$1939
12$1905

Accommodations in this Tour

Mid Range

Mid Range

Mid Range

Ndutu (Serengeti)

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