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3-Day Best of Tanzania Safari - Mid Range

Ngorongoro Crater, Tanzania

3-Day Best of Tanzania Safari - Mid Range

5.0 / 5 · 1,063 reviews Offered by Gosheni Safaris Africa 3-Day

Overview

Embark on a journey to Tanzania's globally acclaimed game parks situated along the Northern tourism circuit. This exclusive Tanzania tour presents the opportunity to explore the renowned Ngorongoro Crater and Serengeti National Park. These distinguished wildlife sanctuaries provide year-round opportunities for captivating wildlife game safaris.

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Quick Facts

Tour details

Duration

3-Day

Route

Arusha to Arusha

Via Central Serengeti NP, Ngorongoro Crater

Country & park

Tanzania / Ngorongoro Crater

Style

Mid-range safari

Group size

1-12 travelers

Starts

Any day if available

Minimum age

18 years

Activities

game drives

Accommodation

Enkirari Wilderness Camp - Luxury tented camp inside Central Serengeti NP – Lunch & Dinner Included

Meals

Lunch & Dinner Included; All Meals Included

Pickup

Airport transfer included

Booking

Request quote

Currency

USD

3-Day Best of Tanzania Safari - Mid Range
Ngorongoro Crater visual context for this itinerary.

Rates

Rates Per Person

USD

Start datesSingle2+ people
Jan 1, 2026 - Dec 31, 2026 n/a* USD $1,661 USD

Before booking

Important To Know

This tour is not available to solo travelers.
Rates are per person and exclude the international flight from/to your home country.
This tour is offered in US dollars (USD).
This tour is unavailable for children.

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Route

Tour route map
country Tanzania
Start Arusha (Day 1)
Day 1 Central Serengeti NP
Day 2-3 Ngorongoro Crater
End Arusha (Day 3)

Tour Features

Mid-range tour

This mid-range tour uses lodges and tented camps.

Private tour

This tour will be organized exclusively for you. However, wildlife viewing activities are run by the lodges/camps and will be shared with others.

Can start any day

If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.

Can be customized

You can request minor changes to the accommodations and destinations of this tour.

Not for solo travelers

Solo travelers cannot book this private tour.

18
Minimum age of 18 years

The minimum age for this tour is 18 years.

Activities & Transportation

Activities: game drives
Game drives: pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle
Getting around: pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle
This operator can select your international flights, but you'll have to book them yourself
A transfer from and back to the airport is included

Accommodation & Meals

Enkirari Wilderness Camp

Day 1

Enkirari Wilderness Camp

Luxury tented camp inside Central Serengeti NP – Lunch & Dinner Included

Lunch & Dinner Included

Enkirari Wilderness CampEnkirari Wilderness CampEnkirari Wilderness Camp
The Castle at Ngorongoro

Day 2

The Castle at Ngorongoro

Mid-range lodge 1-2hr drive from Ngorongoro Crater – All Meals Included

All Meals Included

The Castle at NgorongoroThe Castle at NgorongoroThe Castle at Ngorongoro

Day 3

End of tour

No accommodation

(No accommodation)

Breakfast & Lunch Included

Day By Day

Tour step

Arrival

You'll be collected from the airport. Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Arusha - Serengeti National Park

Day 1

Arusha - Serengeti National Park

You'll be picked up in Arusha at 7:00 am by your guide for a 5-6 hour drive to Serengeti National Park. Witness the great migration and enjoy an afternoon game-viewing drive. Your driver will select a scenic spot for a hot meal lunch, featuring a main dish, bread rolls, fruit salad, and beverages. This is also an opportunity to mingle with guests from other companies. After lunch, continue exploring the park. In the evening, check in at the camp for dinner and an overnight stay. The Serengeti is known for harboring Africa's largest population of lions, attributed to the abundance of prey species. Over 3,000 lions thrive within this ecosystem. Luxury tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included) All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

Destination: Central Serengeti National Park Stay: Enkirari Wilderness Camp Luxury tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP Meals: Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included) All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)
Serengeti National Park -Ngorongoro

Day 2

Serengeti National Park -Ngorongoro

After breakfast at the camp, you'll embark on a full-day game drive at Serengeti National Park in search of the big cats and the Big Five. In the afternoon, your driver will arrange a table for a delicious hot lunch, main dish, hot soup, bread rolls and fruit salad, complemented by a glass of wine, tea, and coffee. Later in the afternoon, you'll head back to your lodge for dinner and an overnight stay. Serengeti National Park is home to one of the most spectacular natural events on Earth: the annual Great Migration. Each year, over 2 million wildebeest, zebra, and gazelle migrate across the plains in search of fresh grazing lands, making it the largest terrestrial mammal migration in the world. Witnessing this awe-inspiring phenomenon is an unforgettable experience during your visit to the Serengeti. Mid-range lodge located 1-2hr drive from Ngorongoro Crater All meals included All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

Destination: Ngorongoro Crater Stay: The Castle at Ngorongoro Mid-range lodge located 1-2hr drive from Ngorongoro Crater Meals: All meals included All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)
Ngorongoro Crater Tour - Arusha

Day 3

Ngorongoro Crater Tour - Arusha

Enjoy an early breakfast at the lodge before departing for Ngorongoro Crater for a game drive until the afternoon. During lunchtime, your driver will arrange a table for a satisfying hot meal, including a main dish, soup, bread rolls, and fruit salad, followed by a glass of wine, tea, and coffee. In the afternoon, you'll continue with the game drive before returning to Arusha for drop-off at the airport. Ngorongoro Crater is the world's largest intact volcanic caldera, formed over 2 million years ago when a massive volcano exploded and collapsed on itself. This geological wonder boasts a diverse ecosystem, including grasslands, forests, and freshwater lakes, making it home to an incredible array of wildlife, including the densest population of lions in Africa. Exploring this natural marvel offers a unique opportunity to witness the fascinating interplay between geology and wildlife conservation. Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included) All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

Destination: Ngorongoro Crater Stay: No accommodation (End of tour) Meals: Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included) All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

Tour step

End of tour

Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost. You'll be dropped off at the airport.

Included

Park fees (For non-residents)

All activities (Unless labeled as optional)

All accommodation (Unless listed as upgrade)

A professional driver/guide

All transportation (Unless labeled as optional)

All Taxes/VAT

Roundtrip airport transfer

Meals (As specified in the day-by-day section)

Drinks (As specified in the day-by-day section)

Excluded

International flights (From/to home)

Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour

Tips (Tipping guideline US$10.00 pp per day)

Personal items (Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)

Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees

Getting There

This tour starts and ends in Arusha
This operator can select your international flights, but you'll have to book them yourself
Fly to/from Kilimanjaro Airport (JRO - Check price) near Arusha. Or fly to/from Arusha Airport (ARK - Check price) via Dar es Salaam or Nairobi (Kenya)
A transfer from and back to the airport is included
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost
Gosheni Safaris Africa
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Offered by

Gosheni Safaris Africa

5.0 operator rating 1,063 reviews

Gosheni Safaris Africa is a locally-owned company based in Tanzania, East Africa. We own our vehicles and employ our own drivers and guides hence, we can provide cost right away and our prices are more competitive as we do not pay for commissions for third party agencies. We are also a recipient of Trip Advisor Certificate of Excellence award from 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018 , and 2019 respectively

Offices In

Tanzania, United States

Size

50-100 employees (Founded in 2009)

Member Of

ATTA & TATO

Tour Types

Custom mid-range & luxury tours that can start every day

Destinations

Tanzania

Traveler feedback

Reviews

5.00 average

Overall

5.0/5

Communication

5.0/5

Accuracy

5.0/5

Value

5.0/5

Safety clarity

5.0/5

Cultural value

5.0/5
Verified

unexpected experience

My guide is Hassan, who is experienced and knows lots of knowledge. Traveling in Africa has given me the most unforgettable experience of my life. Every corner of this land is full of magic and warmth. The vast and wild scenery takes my breath away — golden sunsets, endless grasslands, and clear skies make me feel close to nature. What touches me most is not only the amazing views but also the kindness of the local people. Their simple and happy lives, bright smiles, and sincere greetings make me feel warm and welcome. I have tasted special local food, listened to wonderful music, and enjoyed the peaceful rhythm of life here.

Enze · China

Verified

An unforgettable safari trip!

My friends and I went on a 6-day safari, and the entire experience was absolutely amazing. Our guide, Bariki, was exceptional- we couldn’t have asked for anyone better. He is incredibly knowledgeable about history, culture, plants, and, of course, animals. He patiently answered all our questions, no matter how silly they were. As someone who loves animals, I learned so much from him, especially about animals behaviours and was amazed by all the fascinating facts I had never heard before. Without explanations, an animal might just seem like it’s standing there—but with Bariki’s insights, every sighting became meaningful and moving. He is also fantastic at spotting animals from a distance and knows exactly how to approach them without disturbing or threatening them. Thanks to him, we saw a wide variety of wildlife, including the Big 5, the ‘Ugly 5,’ and even a rare lesser kudu! One of the highlights was witnessing a cheetah successfully hunt a gazelle, it was so thrilling! Thanks again to Bariki for an unforgettable trip, and to also Herman for helping us plan everything so smoothly. I would highly recommend Gosheni and Bariki to anyone looking for an incredible safari experience, and I would definitely come back!

Photo by Laura Tedjasukmana
Photo by Laura Tedjasukmana
Photo by Laura Tedjasukmana
Photo by Laura Tedjasukmana

Laura Tedjasukmana · Canada

Verified

Incredible Safari!!!!

The safari was insane, we saw 14 cheetahs, 4 leopards and over 40 lions not to mention hundreds of other animals. Our guide Samir was very skilled at tracking animals and positioning us just right to take the best pictures. Samir was also very attentive to all our needs - he even went out of his way to organize a little celebration for us for our wedding anniversary during the trip. The car was very comfortable as well and Samir was a great driver! While plenty of other drivers got stuck in muddy conditions, Samir was only involved in rescuing a few! Overall, it was a great safari experience and we would highly recommend Gosheni and Samir.

Natasha · United States

Verified

A dream safari that exceeded every expectation

This entire trip exceeded all of our expectations. We did a 6-day safari during the February calving season, visiting Ndutu, Central Serengeti, and Ngorongoro as a group of four. Highly recommended Ndutu during calving season as this is only area can do off-road game drive, which allows you to see animals extremely close. Before booking, I contacted 30 safari operators that I shortlisted and compared everything — accommodations, vehicles (AC was important to us), pricing, and communication. Gosheni stood out immediately for their professionalism and responsiveness. A big thanks to Herman for helping us choose the best travel window to reduce the chance of heavy rain while maximizing our chances of seeing newborn animals. His communication was prompt, and he handled every question and adjustment quickly and professionally while we refined the itinerary. And a huge shout-out to our guide, Bariki — he truly made our dream safari come true. First, his knowledge and professionalism were outstanding. His understanding of the Serengeti ecosystem is incredibly deep. He can spot animals from miles away, knows their territories, and always knew how to track the specific animals we hoped to see. Every sighting came with fascinating explanations of animal behaviour, and he patiently answered every question we had — even random questions about plants we noticed along the road. Second, his driving and problem-solving skills were exceptional. This turned out to be incredibly important on the muddy and flooded roads of Ndutu and the Serengeti. He always knew alternative routes, could quickly adjust plans when conditions changed, and consistently got us to the right place at the right time. Finally, he has a fantastic eye for photography and safari experience. He knew the best angles, positioned the vehicle perfectly for lighting, and helped us capture amazing photos throughout the trip. During our 5 days of game drives (plus 1 transit day), we saw everything we hoped for and more: the Big Five, cheetahs, leopards, giraffes, hyenas, hippos, wildebeest, zebras, many birds and antelope — and baby animals almost everywhere thanks to calving season. The highlight of the trip was witnessing a successful cheetah hunt, which was unforgettable. Thanks to Bariki again for spotting and predicting the hunting! I arrived hoping to see specific animals and behaviours, and left with so much knowledge, appreciation, and love for safari. We will definitely be back for another trip.

Photo by Layna Du
Photo by Layna Du
Photo by Layna Du
Photo by Layna Du

Layna Du · Canada

Practical answers

Tour FAQs

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Are rates charged per person?

Rates are per person and exclude the international flight from/to your home country.

Which currency is this tour priced in?

This tour is offered in US dollars (USD).

Can children join this tour?

This tour is unavailable for children.

Can this tour start on my preferred date?

If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.

Can the itinerary be customized?

You can request minor changes to the accommodations and destinations of this tour.

Where do travelers stay during this tour?

Enkirari Wilderness Camp - Luxury tented camp inside Central Serengeti NP – Lunch & Dinner Included. Meals: Lunch & Dinner Included

Where does this tour start and end?

This tour starts and ends in Arusha

Are airport transfers included?

A transfer from and back to the airport is included

Operator policy

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Disclaimer

This tour is offered by Gosheni Safaris Africa, not SafariBookings.

This operator reserves the right to change rates advertised on SafariBookings.

If you request changes to this tour, the advertised rates will likely change.

The exact order, contents and rates of this tour are subject to availability.

If an accommodation is fully booked, the operator will suggest a comparable alternative.

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