3-day Mid-range Safaris in Tanzania | Affordable Big Five Experience
3-day Mid-range Safaris in Tanzania | Affordable Big Five Experience
3-day Mid-range Safaris in Tanzania | Affordable Big Five Experience
3-day Mid-range Safaris in Tanzania
Day 1: Serengeti via Ngorongoro
Morning Departure
After a hearty breakfast at Masailand Lodge, your driver guide will pick you up to begin your journey to Serengeti National Park. The drive will be filled with scenic views as you traverse the beautiful Tanzanian landscape.
Ngorongoro Crater Exploration
En route to Serengeti, you will make a memorable stop at Ngorongoro Crater. Here, you’ll visit the Crater Viewpoint to take in stunning panoramic views of this ancient volcanic caldera. Learn about the unique geological and ecological features of the crater.
Wildlife Viewing and Picnic Lunch
As you continue, keep your eyes peeled for wildlife along the route. Your driver guide will find a picturesque spot for a picnic lunch under the shade of a tree, offering a delightful break amidst nature.
Arrival in Serengeti
After exiting Ngorongoro Crater at Naabi Hill Gate, you’ll enter Serengeti National Park. Begin your first game drive in Serengeti, exploring its expansive landscapes and diverse wildlife. Your evening game drive will lead you to your comfortable tented camp, where you’ll settle in for the night.
Accommodation: Tented Camp
Meals: Lunch and Dinner
Distance to Serengeti: 300 km (Approx. 8 hours drive)
Game Drive Duration: 6 hours
Transport: 4×4 Land Cruiser
Day 2: Serengeti to Ngorongoro
Full-Day Serengeti Adventure
Wake up early for a scrumptious breakfast before heading out on a full-day game drive in Serengeti. Known for its vast plains and rich wildlife, Serengeti is a paradise for nature enthusiasts. Watch for predators like lions, leopards, and cheetahs, as well as herds of wildebeest and zebras.
Picnic Lunch in the Serengeti
Enjoy a picnic lunch surrounded by the breathtaking Serengeti scenery. This is a wonderful opportunity to relax and soak in the beauty of the park.
Return Journey to Ngorongoro
In the afternoon, you’ll start your journey back towards Ngorongoro. Enjoy additional wildlife sightings as you make your way. Upon arrival, check into your lodge or tented camp in Ngorongoro, where you’ll spend the night.
Accommodation: Ngorongoro Lodge or Tented Camp
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Distance to Ngorongoro: 150 km (Approx. 2.5 hours drive)
Game Drive Duration: 6 hours
Transport: 4×4 Land Cruiser
Day 3: Ngorongoro Crater to Arusha
Ngorongoro Crater Exploration
Start your day with an early breakfast before descending into the Ngorongoro Crater, an incredible ecosystem teeming with wildlife. Experience a 6-hour game drive in this unique environment, where you might encounter the Big Five (lion, leopard, rhino, elephant, and buffalo). The crater’s diverse habitats include open grasslands, forests, and wetlands, all supporting a wide array of species.
Picnic Lunch with Hippos
During your exploration, you’ll stop for a picnic lunch at a scenic spot near the crater’s freshwater lakes, where you may have the chance to see hippos up close.
Departure to Arusha
After lunch, you’ll ascend from the crater and embark on the drive to Arusha or the airport. This journey marks the end of your safari adventure, filled with unforgettable memories and experiences. Book 3-day Mid-range Safari Tour in Tanzania with us
Meals: Breakfast and Lunch
Distance to Arusha: 150 km (Approx. 3 hours drive)
Game Drive Duration: 6 hours
Transport: 4×4 Land Cruiser
Rates include:
- Customized Private Safari jeep 4×4 Toyota land cruiser with full-length photographic open roof and all clients are guaranteed window seats.
- All services of a trained and experienced English speaking driver guide.
- All parks entry fees.
- Game drives as per the Itinerary.
- All meals and accommodations during safari. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner).
- Enough drinking water per day.
- Ngorongoro crater entry fee.
- Transfers to and from the Airport.
- Government taxes.
Rates exclude:
- International flights from home and back
- Optional Maasai Village visit ($50 per vehicle)
- Optional Serengeti Balloon safari $600pp
- All tipping or gratuities (Highly recommended)
- Expenses of personal nature such as laundry, beverages, etc.
Our Reviews
EXCELLENT Based on 64 reviews Posted on Tripadvisor Victor GVerified Amazing Safari Experience We went on a 5 day safari with Nature Excursions and Castor in April 2026. We had an amazing time and saw all the wildlife we could have hoped for. Castor was very hospitable and cared for us very well and made sure we had everything we could need during the safari, such as water, fanta/coke, food and a child seat for our 5-year-old son who also truly enjoyed the safari adventure. Castor had put together a tour that included Tarangire, Ngorongoro Crater, Serengeti and Ndutu. This was a perfect mixture with close up elephant encounters in Tarangire, lions, rhinoceros, zebras, wildebeest and more in Ngorongoro Crater, and giraffe, leopards and cheetahs in Serengeti and Ndutu. Castor had arranged accommodation in hotels and in tented camps which was a good mixture of adventure and clean and comfy relaxation. We can highly recommend doing your safari with Castor, he is very professional and experienced, went out of his way to find animals and accommodate all our needs. He is very open and friendly and also helped us find what we needed in Arusha after the Safari.Posted on Tripadvisor J. GrayVerified 5 day safari We've been on several safaris in multiple African countries, but we returned to Tanzania and once again, to Nature Excursion Safaris, because of the abundance of wildlife and the tremendous guide skills of Castor! He did not disappoint! The itinerary that he planned, which included Tarangire, Ngorongoro Crater, Serengeti and Ndutu, along with his amazing ability to locate the most elusive of wildlife exceeded my high expectations! Thanks Castor, for an amazing adventure!Posted on Tripadvisor Péroline RVerified Safari de rêve ! Nature excursion et notamment Farijiana nous a organisé un Safari de rêve ! Tarangire, Lac Natron, Ngorongoro, Serengeti tout était parfait avec notre super guide francophone Juma. Merci beaucoup.Posted on Tripadvisor Nat PVerified Highly recommend! Castor was very kind and accomodating to our last minute change in itinerary. Due to airline issues, we had to push our start date by 2 weeks and Castor rearranged our itinerary and experienced no issues. He also customized the tours based on our requests. The car is comfortable and standard other safari cars we saw on our tour. The car was equipped with a fridge and well stocked with water, coke, fanta and juice. Castor also methodically arranged our meals to accommodate our allergies, two of the chefs made a dish specifically for us. He goes the extra mile to make us feel comfortable and at ease. We saw many animals during our safari days and Castor kindly points them out to us. He can also spot animals that are very far and well hidden, I don't know how he spots them while driving at the same time. In our other tours in Zanzibar the guides kept pushing for us to buy additional tours/packages despite us saying no and we felt that had to keep our guards up and it took away from the Zanzibar experience a little. Castor did not do that at all and we felt at least during our whole tour.Posted on Tripadvisor palexmailVerified Exceeded expectations and made the trip unforgettable Castor’s service during the 7-day safari through the Masai Mara, Serengeti, and Ngorongoro was outstanding. The vehicle was comfortable, always clean, and stocked with fresh water. The itinerary was very well organized, with an excellent selection of lodges and camps. Castor showed deep knowledge of wildlife, explaining each sighting clearly and enthusiastically. He impressed us with his ability to spot animals from great distances and his constant attention to our well-being. His dedication and professionalism made the entire experience truly unforgettable.Posted on Tripadvisor Qing1028Verified 6-day, 5-night Tanzania+Kenya safari with Castor We booked a 6-day, 5-night hotel safari with Castor from Nature Excursion Safaris, and overall, our experience was mostly very positive. What impressed us most about Castor and his service were: 1. Castor is very nice, honest, and reliable. All arrangements were made via online chat, and everything promised was exactly delivered — no bluffing or excuses. What we agreed on was what we actually got. 2. The vehicle provided was in excellent condition. It had a distinctive green exterior and was well-maintained inside with amenities such as tissues, a trash bin, and charging ports. During the entire 5 days in Tanzania, the car had no mechanical issues. 3. We chose a mid-to-upper range hotel safari package. Compared to other agencies offering similar itineraries and accommodations, Castor’s price was more affordable — about $2400 USD per person, which made the trip very good value. However, on the last day in Kenya, Castor handed us over to a local Kenya guide, and unfortunately, that part of the safari was very disappointing. The vehicle was old and lacked basic comforts such as water, a fridge, binoculars, or even a trash bin — it felt more like an empty taxi than a proper safari vehicle. More seriously, about 40 minutes after leaving the border on the C103 road, the Kenya guide’s car broke down, and we were stranded on the road for over an hour. During this time, the driver left without explanation to find help and disappeared, leaving the four of us alone with three Maasai strangers without prior notice. This made us feel quite anxious and unsafe. While we highly recommend Castor and Nature Excursion Safaris for the Tanzania portion of the trip, potential travelers should be aware of the Kenya side’s arrangements and communicate clearly with Castor regarding who will be guiding and the quality of vehicles provided.Posted on Tripadvisor Angeles GVerified Gran safari con guia en español Hemos tenido una gran experiencia en nuestro safari de tres días por el Ngorongoro, Serengeti y Oldubay. El guia Joseph un encanto de persona y hablando un español perfecto. Un gran conductor y un gran guia. Nuestra experiencia con esta compañía ha sido fantástica.Posted on Tripadvisor buqing yVerified Migration culving safari 非常精彩的旅程,感谢castor全程的照顾和陪伴,真得是非常靠谱的司机向导,比起我们遇到的其他司机专业可靠多了,细心可靠,无微不至,带我们领略到了许多人没有体会到的非洲魅力和美景!给他一个大大的赞,如果下次能有机会来,我还要找他!!Posted on Tripadvisor Mobile29163323120Verified 精彩绝伦!我与非洲旅行社的梦幻之旅 这次的坦桑尼亚之旅简直无与伦比!旅行社的安排细致入微,行程高度定制化,去了每一个我们想去的地方!全程的酒店都超级棒,舒适又有特色,餐食也非常美味,每一顿都满足了我们的味蕾,带的泡面完全没用上!不得不提的是导游Castor,他就像我们的挚友,热情似火,经验丰富。在他的带领下,为我们讲解很多关于生态、人文、动物的知识,整个旅途充满乐趣与惊喜。我强烈推荐这家旅行社,它真的能为你打造一次终身难忘的旅行体验!Posted on Tripadvisor tracygrVerified Amazing safari adventure Castor organised a bespoke trip from Nairobi to Arusha visiting the Masai Mara ,Serengeti,Ngorongoro crater and a cultural village tour. His communication in planning was excellent and he planned a fantastic trip for us. The safari surpassed all of our expectations , we stayed in great hotels,lodges and a tented camp all excellent. He is an excellent guide driving us safely on dreadful roads and searching out animals to give us amazing close encounters of tons of animals including all big 5 throughout the trip. He has great knowledge of the animals and birds if the Serengeti and very interesting. I highly recommend a trip with Castor ours was amazing just sad it's finished!