5-Day Upper Mid-Range Tarangire Ngorongoro Serengeti Safari with Simba Lodge
Why this Package
For first safaris, this 5-day tour through Tarangire, Central Serengeti, and Ngorongoro offers a comprehensive wildlife experience in a shorter timeframe. Begin your adventure at Tarangire Ndovu Tented Lodge, where you can immerse yourself in the sights and sounds of nature, waking to birdsong and enjoying the comfort of polished tented accommodations. This lodge is ideally located for quick access to the park's northern river loops, where you can witness majestic elephants and iconic baobabs, especially during the dry season.
As you journey to the Central Serengeti, you will stay at Serengeti Simba Lodge, a mid-range property that combines comfort and affordability. Here, you can enjoy hearty buffet meals and relax in thatched stone cottages that provide a cozy atmosphere. The lodge's central positioning allows for easy access to prime wildlife viewing, particularly the lion and leopard populations that thrive in the Seronera Valley.
Your safari culminates at Embalakai Tented Camp near the rim of the Ngorongoro Crater. This mid-range tented experience offers a unique opportunity to be just minutes from the crater descent road, allowing you to maximize your game-viewing time at dawn. Enjoy communal dinners under the stars, and take in the rustic charm of your tent, complete with private verandas overlooking the forest.
This itinerary not only provides ample time for wildlife encounters but also allows for a deeper connection with the stunning landscapes of Tanzania. Whether you're a first-time visitor or a seasoned traveler, this safari package ensures an unforgettable experience in some of Africa's most iconic parks.
Mix of mid-range and luxury 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 luxury 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
- 🚙 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
- ❌ Internal Tanzania 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 | $4293 |
| 2 | $2689 |
| 3 | $2320 |
| 4 | $2286 |
| 5 | $2145 |
| 6 | $2051 |
| 7 | $2250 |
| 8 | $2167 |
| 9 | $2102 |
| 10 | $2110 |
| 11 | $2062 |
| 12 | $2022 |
Accommodations in this Tour
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Ngorongoro Crater
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Central Serengeti
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Tarangire
