5-Day Upper Mid-Range Tanzania Safari with Ngorongoro Coffee Lodge
Why this Package
For first‑timers, this 5-day safari tour across Tarangire, Lake Manyara, Central Serengeti, and Ngorongoro provides a comprehensive glimpse into Tanzania's stunning wildlife and landscapes. Begin your adventure in Tarangire National Park, renowned for its majestic elephants and iconic baobab trees, where you can witness these gentle giants roaming freely. After a night in the comfort of Martina’s Retreat, a budget-friendly lodge in Karatu, you’ll head to Lake Manyara, famous for its tree-climbing lions and diverse birdlife, ensuring a memorable experience.
Your journey continues to the Central Serengeti, where you will stay at the Signature Serengeti Tented Safari Camp. This upper mid-range seasonal camp offers an intimate experience with nature, allowing you to immerse yourself in the heart of the Serengeti's wildlife action. Enjoy hearty meals, including picnic breakfasts for your early morning game drives, and unwind in comfortable Meru-style tents after a day of exploration.
Finally, you’ll visit the breathtaking Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage site, where you can spot the Big Five in their natural habitat. Your stay at the Ngorongoro Coffee Lodge provides a relaxing retreat amidst lush coffee estates, complete with a pool and spa for unwinding after your adventures. The lodge's cottage-style rooms feature fireplaces and verandas, perfect for enjoying the serene surroundings.
This mix of mid-range and upper mid-range accommodations ensures you experience both comfort and value, making it an ideal choice for couples and families looking to explore Tanzania's rich wildlife. With easy access to all parks, you’ll maximize your safari experience while enjoying the local hospitality and cuisine.
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
- 🚙 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 | $3483 |
| 2 | $2162 |
| 3 | $1829 |
| 4 | $1759 |
| 5 | $1640 |
| 6 | $1560 |
| 7 | $1738 |
| 8 | $1666 |
| 9 | $1610 |
| 10 | $1604 |
| 11 | $1564 |
| 12 | $1531 |
Accommodations in this Tour
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Karatu
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Karatu
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Central Serengeti
