Mid-range safari packages
16 trips
4-Day Serengeti National Park to Ngorongoro Crater Rim – Morning Game Drive
Enjoy a morning Serengeti game drive before travelling to the Ngorongoro Crater Rim for a scenic overnight stay.
3-Day Tarangire, Lake Manyara & Ngorongoro
Elephants, tree-climbing lions and the crater, close to Arusha.
5-Day The Ultimate Zanzibar Beach Holiday
Four nights on the north coast, with a morning in Stone Town and a day on the reef.
4-Day Zanzibar's Eastern Shores – An Exclusive Tropical Escape
White sand, wide tidal flats, and a forest full of red colobus monkeys.
10-Day Discover Tanzania's Natural Wonders
"Explore Tanzania's iconic national parks, encounter extraordinary wildlife, and discover the true beauty of Africa in 10 unforgettable days."
3-Day Fly-In Safari: Zanzibar to Serengeti National Park
Experience three unforgettable days in the Serengeti, discovering incredible wildlife, the Big Five, and the spectacular African wilderness.
2-Day Discover Nyerere National Park
Discover the wild beauty of Nyerere National Park, with unforgettable wildlife encounters and scenic landscapes in Tanzania’s southern wilderness.
3-Day Serengeti & Ngorongoro Wildlife Safari Experience
Explore the endless plains of Serengeti on a 3-day safari, with exciting game drives, incredible wildlife encounters and unforgettable African wilderness experiences.
4-Day Big Five Safari – Tarangire, Serengeti & Ngorongoro Crater
Explore Tarangire, Serengeti and Ngorongoro on a 4-day safari filled with incredible wildlife encounters, breathtaking landscapes and unforgettable Big Five experiences.
1-Day An Unforgettable Tanzania Safari Experience
Explore Tarangire on a full-day safari, famous for its large elephant herds, ancient baobab trees and incredible wildlife encounters.
2-Day Tarangire & Ngorongoro – Tanzania’s Iconic Safari Experience
Explore Tarangire and Ngorongoro on a 2-day safari featuring incredible wildlife, majestic elephants and breathtaking crater landscapes.
3-Day Day Mikumi National Park Safari – Tanzania Wildlife Adventure
Enjoy a 3-day Mikumi safari From Dar es Salaam, featuring exciting game drives, incredible wildlife encounters and unforgettable African landscapes.
8-Day Tanzania Wildlife & Wilderness Adventure
Explore Tarangire, Lake Manyara, Serengeti and Ngorongoro on an unforgettable 8-day Tanzania safari.
3-Day Experience the Untamed Beauty of Ruaha
Discover the untamed wilderness of Ruaha National Park, with thrilling game drives, incredible wildlife and breathtaking landscapes in Southern Tanzania.
2-Day Experience the Untamed Beauty of Ruaha
Experience Ruaha’s untamed wilderness, incredible wildlife and breathtaking landscapes on an unforgettable safari adventure.
5-Day Experience the Great Wildebeest Migration in Tanzania
Experience the spectacular Great Wildebeest Migration in Tanzania's Serengeti, witnessing incredible wildlife movements and unforgettable river crossings.
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What a mid-range safari is
A mid-range safari is the choice most travellers are happiest with: comfortable rooms and good food at the end of the day, a proper safari vehicle and an experienced guide, without paying for extras you may not use.
You see the same parks and the same wildlife as on any other safari. The difference from a luxury trip is mostly size and setting: lodges tend to be larger, and some are just outside the park gates rather than inside. The difference from a budget trip is a real bed, an en-suite bathroom and more time to relax.
- Comfort: lodges and tented camps with private bathrooms, and often a pool.
- Vehicle: a 4x4 with a pop-up roof for viewing and photos, and a window seat for everyone.
- Choice: travel privately with your own group, or join a small shared group to lower the cost.
- Value: money goes on what matters most, the guide and the time in the parks.
How the levels compare
All three levels visit the same parks. This table shows what usually changes.
| Budget | Mid-range | Luxury | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Where you sleep | Public campsites or simple lodges | Comfortable lodges and permanent tented camps | Small, well-placed camps and top lodges |
| Bathroom | Often shared at campsites | Private, en-suite | Private, en-suite, often with a view |
| Vehicle | Shared or private 4x4 | Private 4x4, or a small shared group | Private 4x4 with your own guide |
| Between parks | By road | By road, with flights as an option | Often by light aircraft |
| Best for | Adventure, and lowest cost | Comfort and value | Privacy, time and special occasions |
A guide to what is typical. Each trip page shows exactly what is included.
Who a mid-range safari suits
- First-time visitors who want comfort without a luxury price.
- Families who like a pool and family rooms after a morning game drive.
- Couples and friends who want to spend more of their budget on extra days.
- Solo travellers, who can join a shared group and split the vehicle cost.
The best parks for a mid-range safari
Northern circuit
The classic route, and the easiest to fit into a week. The Serengeti offers the Great Migration and big cats, Ngorongoro Crater packs huge numbers of animals into one volcanic bowl, Tarangire is famous for elephants and baobabs, and Lake Manyara adds forest and birdlife. Distances are manageable, with good lodges along the way.
Southern circuit
Nyerere, Mikumi and Ruaha are quieter, with fewer vehicles. They combine well with Zanzibar and suit travellers who want a different side of Tanzania.
Where you stay
Expect a mix of the following, chosen for location and value:
- Safari lodges: permanent rooms, a restaurant and often a pool. Many have wide views over the park or the rift valley.
- Permanent tented camps: real beds and en-suite bathrooms under canvas, giving you the feel of the bush with the comforts of a room.
- Lodges near the park gates: towns such as Karatu, close to Ngorongoro, have comfortable, good-value places to stay.
Staying just outside a park usually costs less, though you drive a little further in the morning. We will tell you honestly what each choice means for your days.
A typical day on safari
- Early morning: coffee, then out on a game drive while the air is cool and the predators are active.
- Midday: a picnic in the park or lunch at the lodge, with time to rest during the heat.
- Afternoon: a second drive as the light softens and the animals start to move again.
- Evening: dinner, stories from the day, and an early night.
Read more in our guide to a day on safari.
Experiences to add
- A hot air balloon flight over the Serengeti.
- A visit to a Maasai community, or a cultural tour with local guides.
- Coffee farms and waterfalls near Kilimanjaro, on a day tour.
- A few days on the beach in Zanzibar after your safari.
When to go
June to October brings dry weather and easy game viewing, including the river crossings from about July. January to March is green and warm, with the calving season in the southern Serengeti. April and May are the long rains: quieter and often cheaper, but with some camps closed and muddier tracks. Our month-by-month guide shows where the herds usually are.
Getting the best value
- Book early for June to October, when the best-located lodges fill first.
- Travel in a group: the price per person drops as more of you share the vehicle.
- Stay a little longer in fewer parks rather than racing around many.
- Consider the shoulder months around the rains for quieter parks.
Questions about mid-range safaris
How many days do I need?
Three or four days gives you a good taste of the northern parks. Six or seven lets you add the Serengeti at a relaxed pace.
Will I see the same animals as on a luxury safari?
Yes. Wildlife does not depend on where you sleep. Sightings can never be promised, but a good guide makes a real difference at any level.
Can I upgrade one or two nights?
Yes. Many guests stay in a special camp for one or two nights of the trip. Just ask.
Private or shared?
Either. A private trip gives you your own vehicle and guide, while a shared group costs less. Tell us which you prefer.
How do I get a price?
Choose a trip below or tell us your dates and group, and we will send a free quote. No prior payment is required.