5-Day Mid-Range Tarangire Serengeti Ngorongoro Safari with Bougainvillea Lodge
Why this Package
For first safaris, this 5-Day safari tour through Tarangire, Central Serengeti, and Ngorongoro offers a complete picture of Tanzania's wildlife in fewer days. Experience the majestic elephants of Tarangire National Park before heading to the heart of the Serengeti, where the thrill of predator sightings awaits. Finally, explore the iconic Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage site.
Your journey begins at the Bougainvillea Safari Lodge in Karatu, a dependable mid-range lodge that caters to safari groups seeking comfort and quality. Enjoy hearty buffet-style meals, including packed lunches for your adventures, and relax in cottage-style rooms equipped with en-suite bathrooms and verandas overlooking the lush gardens. The lodge's proximity to both Ngorongoro and Lake Manyara makes it an ideal base for your explorations.
As you venture into the Central Serengeti, stay at the Embalakai Tented Camp, where you can immerse yourself in the authentic bush atmosphere. The Meru-style tents provide a rustic yet comfortable experience, complete with en-suite bathrooms and communal dining under the stars. Meals are simple and hearty, perfect for fueling your daily game drives.
Finally, your adventure culminates with a visit to the stunning Ngorongoro Crater, where you can witness the incredible biodiversity, including the Big Five. This safari is perfect for both first-timers and those looking to deepen their wildlife experience.
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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- 🛏️ 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 | $4023 |
| 2 | $2539 |
| 3 | $2185 |
| 4 | $2136 |
| 5 | $2004 |
| 6 | $1916 |
| 7 | $2106 |
| 8 | $2028 |
| 9 | $1967 |
| 10 | $1969 |
| 11 | $1924 |
| 12 | $1887 |
Accommodations in this Tour
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Karatu
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Central Serengeti
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Karatu