Why this Package
For travelers who want variety without the full circuit, this 5-day safari tour covers Tarangire, Central Serengeti, and Ngorongoro, offering a blend of upper mid-range and premium luxury experiences. Begin your adventure at Tarangire Simba Lodge, where you can enjoy hearty buffet breakfasts and spacious rooms designed for family-friendly comfort. The lodge's proximity to the park allows for early morning game drives, ensuring you catch the stunning sights of elephants and iconic baobabs.
Your journey continues to Jackals Lair Tented Camp in the Central Serengeti, where you’ll be immersed in the wild with attentive hosting and long, flexible game drives. This camp features Meru-style tents with en-suite bathrooms and a cozy mess tent, perfect for unwinding after a day of exploration. Meals here include picnic lunches on the plains and hearty dinners, ensuring you’re well-fueled for your adventures.
Finally, you’ll stay at Ngorongoro Melia, where panoramic views of the caldera await. The lodge’s spacious rooms, adorned with Maasai artwork, provide a luxurious retreat after a day of wildlife viewing. Enjoy unique experiences and relax in the spa, all while being immersed in the local culture.
This safari is ideal for both first-timers and repeat visitors, offering a rich tapestry of landscapes and wildlife. Watch the sunrise over the baobabs in Tarangire, experience the vastness of the Serengeti, and marvel at the wildlife in the Ngorongoro Crater, known for its Big 5 sightings. With a mix of comfort and adventure, this tour promises unforgettable memories.
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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
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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 | $5482 |
| 2 | $3362 |
| 3 | $2922 |
| 4 | $2942 |
| 5 | $2762 |
| 6 | $2642 |
| 7 | $2881 |
| 8 | $2776 |
| 9 | $2695 |
| 10 | $2725 |
| 11 | $2663 |
| 12 | $2611 |
Accommodations in this Tour
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Central Serengeti
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Ngorongoro Crater
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Tarangire