5-Day Upper Mid-Range Serengeti Tour with Sound of Silence
Why this Package
Elephant corridors meet crater mornings and Central Serengeti, where you will explore the stunning landscapes of Ngorongoro and Tarangire in a captivating 5-day safari experience. This journey combines the comforts of mid-range and upper mid-range lodges, ensuring a memorable adventure.
Your stay begins at the Heart and Soul Lodge in Karatu, an eco-styled property that emphasizes sustainability and personal service. With a focus on locally sourced ingredients, meals are hearty and healthy, featuring early breakfasts and lunch packs for your day trips. The lodge offers a small number of cottages with en-suite bathrooms, providing a quiet and intimate atmosphere surrounded by lush gardens.
After your time in Karatu, venture into the heart of the Central Serengeti at the Sound of Silence Tented Camp. This upper mid-range property is perfect for couples and wildlife enthusiasts, offering a boutique tented experience with modern comforts. Enjoy pre-dawn drinks and picnic breakfasts before heading out to witness the incredible wildlife, including lions, leopards, and cheetahs. The camp's location minimizes vehicle pressure, enhancing your chances of intimate wildlife encounters.
Finally, explore the breathtaking Ngorongoro Crater, where you can witness the Big 5 in their natural habitat. The crater's unique ecosystem provides a stunning backdrop for your safari adventures, making it a highlight of your trip.
With multiple nights in each park, you’ll have ample time to immerse yourself in the wildlife and landscapes, creating lasting memories. This itinerary is ideal for both first-time visitors and seasoned safari-goers looking to experience the best of Tanzania's natural beauty.
Mix of mid-range 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 mid-range 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 | $3730 |
| 2 | $2472 |
| 3 | $2146 |
| 4 | $2068 |
| 5 | $1954 |
| 6 | $1877 |
| 7 | $2051 |
| 8 | $1982 |
| 9 | $1928 |
| 10 | $1918 |
| 11 | $1880 |
| 12 | $1848 |
Accommodations in this Tour
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Karatu
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Central Serengeti