Why this Package
This route reveals the contrasts of northern Tanzania: Tarangire, Central Serengeti, and Lake Manyara, offering a captivating blend of wildlife experiences and stunning landscapes. Begin your adventure in Tarangire, renowned for its majestic elephants and iconic baobabs, before heading to the heart of the Serengeti where the predator action unfolds at Kubu Kubu Tented Lodge. Here, you will enjoy the luxury of spacious tented suites, complete with en-suite bathrooms and private verandas that overlook the vast plains.
Meals at Kubu Kubu are a delight, featuring buffet breakfasts, picnic lunches for your game drives, and plated dinners that showcase both continental and Swahili cuisine. The lodge's large pool and open dining deck provide a perfect setting to unwind after a day of exploration.
Your journey continues to Lake Manyara, where you can experience the unique tree-climbing lions and diverse birdlife. After a day of adventure, retreat to the comfort of the Ngorongoro Coffee Lodge, nestled among coffee estates. This upper mid-range lodge offers generous cottages, a swimming pool, and a small spa, ensuring a relaxing atmosphere.
With its close proximity to the Ngorongoro Crater and Lake Manyara, this lodge is ideal for early morning departures to witness the incredible wildlife. The refined dining experience, featuring estate coffee and local produce, adds a special touch to your stay.
Finally, you will experience the elegance of the Sanctuary Ngorongoro Crater Camp, which offers a luxurious tented experience near the crater rim. Enjoy early breakfasts and refined dinners while being among the first to descend into the crater for unparalleled wildlife viewing. This combination of lodges ensures a well-rounded safari experience, perfect for both first-timers and seasoned travelers.
Overall, this 5-day safari is an exceptional opportunity to explore the diverse ecosystems of Tanzania while enjoying the comforts of upper mid-range and luxury accommodations.
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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
+ more verified Mix of upper 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 | $5092 |
| 2 | $3120 |
| 3 | $2743 |
| 4 | $2805 |
| 5 | $2642 |
| 6 | $2533 |
| 7 | $2779 |
| 8 | $2680 |
| 9 | $2603 |
| 10 | $2642 |
| 11 | $2582 |
| 12 | $2533 |
Accommodations in this Tour
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Central Serengeti
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Karatu
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Ngorongoro Crater