Mix of mid-range and luxury

8-Day Upper Mid-Range Serengeti Tour with Kitela Lodge

8 Days·Private Safari

Central Serengeti Lake Manyara Ngorongoro Crater Tarangire

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Why this Package

This 8-Day safari tour offers an incredible journey through Lake Manyara, Central Serengeti, Ngorongoro, and Tarangire, showcasing the rich diversity of Tanzania's wildlife and landscapes. Begin your adventure at Bougainvillea Safari Lodge in Karatu, where you can enjoy hearty buffet-style meals and comfortable cottage-style rooms, all set within a serene garden atmosphere. This lodge serves as a perfect base for exploring nearby attractions like Lake Manyara and the Ngorongoro Crater.

Next, immerse yourself in the unique experience at Embalakai Tented Camp Ngorongoro, nestled in acacia woodlands. Here, you will relish full-board meals served in a communal mess tent, enhancing the authentic bush experience. The cozy safari tents provide a private veranda, allowing you to soak in the surrounding nature.

As you venture into the heart of the Serengeti, stay at Serengeti Pure Tented Camp, where you can enjoy simple yet filling meals and direct access to prime wildlife viewing areas. The Meru-style tents offer comfortable accommodations, ensuring you have a restful night after exhilarating game drives.

Finally, unwind at Kitela Lodge, where you can indulge in refined dining and relax by the pool overlooking lush coffee fields. With its proximity to the Ngorongoro Gate, this lodge allows for early morning departures to maximize your wildlife viewing opportunities in the crater. This tour is perfect for those seeking a balance of adventure and comfort, making it an ideal choice for first-time visitors and seasoned travelers alike.

Mix of mid-range and luxury Tanzania Safari

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Inclusions

🛏️ 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.