3-Day Midrange Tanzania Safari Package: Serengeti, Ngorongoro and Tarangire Big Five Safari

3 Days Dar es Salaam, Nyerere National Park, Mikumi National Park, Ruaha National Park Serengeti Wildlife Safari 5.0/5 from 9 reviews

Overview

Covering the coastal city of Dar es Salaam, gateway to Tanzania's less-visited southern parks; Nyerere National Park (formerly part of the Selous Game Reserve), Africa's largest protected wildlife area, known for boat safaris on the Rufiji River; Mikumi's Mkata floodplain, often compared to the Serengeti in miniature for its open sightlines; and Ruaha National Park, Tanzania's largest national park and one of its least-visited, known for large elephant and lion populations over 3 days, this is a midrange-tier version of one of Tanzania's most requested routes.

Accommodation throughout is comfortable lodges or permanent tented camps with private en-suite bathrooms, with a private or shared pop-up-roof 4x4 and driver-guide. This tier is the most requested tier for first-time safari travelers — a real step up in comfort over camping, without luxury-lodge pricing.

This itinerary is weighted toward the parks and game drive timing that give the best realistic chance of spotting all of the Big Five — lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo and rhino — on a single trip.
Route (animated from the day-by-day itinerary)
Dar es SalaamStart
Nyerere National ParkDay 2
Mikumi National ParkDay 3
Ruaha National ParkEnd
Tour Features
Midrange Private SafariAccommodation and service level according to this package.
Can be customizedYou can request changes to this tour.
Private tourOrganized for you and your group.
Can start any daySubject to availability.
Minimum ageAll ages welcome, children should travel with adul
Start / EndDar es Salaam to Ruaha National Park
Activities & Transportation
Game drives
Wildlife viewing
Photography
Big Five tracking
Night game drive where permitted
Private or shared pop-up roof 4x4 safari vehicle with professional driver guide
Accommodation & Meals
AccommodationComfortable lodges or permanent tented camps with private en-suite bathrooms throughout the 3-day safari. Full board is included throughout, with lodge or camp dining rather than packed meals. Breakfast, lunch and dinner are included on full safari days, with lighter arrangements on arrival and departure days.
MealsMeals are provided according to the itinerary and package inclusions.
Next: Day by Day

Day by Day (3 days)

Day 1: Arrival and transfer to Dar es Salaam

Meet your guide and begin the journey toward Dar es Salaam. After a briefing about the route, timing, safety and expectations, enjoy the first day of travel with scenic views, local life and a relaxed introduction to the itinerary.

Main Destination: Dar es Salaam
Best Time To VisitJune to October
High SeasonJune to October
Best WeatherJune to October
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Accommodation:
Midrange lodge or comfortable tented camp near Dar es Salaam

Meals & Drinks:
Lunch and Dinner

Day 2: Explore Nyerere National Park

Explore Nyerere National Park with your professional safari guide. The day may include game drives, wildlife viewing, picnic lunch, photography stops, scenic viewpoints and destination highlights depending on wildlife movement and season.

Main Destination: Nyerere National Park
Best Time To VisitJune to October
High SeasonJune to October
Best WeatherJune to October
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Accommodation:
Midrange lodge or comfortable tented camp near Nyerere National Park

Meals & Drinks:
Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Day 3: Final experience in Mikumi National Park and departure

Enjoy the final morning around Mikumi National Park before your return transfer, airport connection or onward arrangement. The guide will assist with timing and final logistics depending on your confirmed travel plan.

Main Destination: Mikumi National Park
Best Time To VisitJune to October
High SeasonJune to October
Best WeatherJune to October
ElephantLionGiraffeZebraBuffalo
Accommodation:
Midrange lodge or comfortable tented camp near Mikumi National Park

Meals & Drinks:
Breakfast and Lunch
Next: Rates

Rates Per Person

Important to Know
Rates are per person and normally exclude international flights, visas, tips and personal expenses unless stated otherwise.
Start DatesSolo2 People3 People4 People5 People6 People7+ People
Flexible dates$1,850 per person. Contact the operator for exact group rates.
Next: Inclusions

Inclusions

Included

  • Professional English-speaking driver-guide
  • Private or shared pop-up-roof 4x4 safari vehicle
  • Park entrance and conservation fees
  • Midrange lodge or tented camp accommodation as listed
  • Full board meals throughout the safari
  • Drinking water during game drives

Excluded

  • International and domestic flights unless specifically stated
  • Visa fees
  • Travel insurance
  • Tips and gratuities for guides and camp staff
  • Personal expenses (laundry
  • phone calls
  • souvenirs)
  • Alcoholic and premium bottled drinks unless stated
Next: Getting There

Getting There

Tour Start & End

This tour starts in Dar es Salaam and ends in Ruaha National Park.

Airport Information

Kilimanjaro International Airport and Arusha Airport are the most common arrival points for northern Tanzania safaris.

Transfer Information

Dar es Salaam is the starting point for this southern-circuit route. Arrivals land at Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR), with onward transport into Ruaha or Nyerere National Park arranged by the operator.

Accommodation Before Safari

Extra accommodation before or after the tour can be arranged by the operator on request.

Next: Offered By

Offered By

Serengeti Wildlife Safari

Serengeti Wildlife Safari

★★★★★ 5.0/5
Office
SafariHotel,Arusha
Country
Tanzania
Tour Types
Midrange Private Safari
Destinations
Dar es Salaam, Nyerere National Park, Mikumi National Park, Ruaha National Park

Serengeti Wildlife Safaris creates private Tanzania safari experiences with expert planning, trusted local guides, and carefully selected destinations.

Customer Reviews

David Johnson
★★★★★

A professional safari company with excellent attention to detail. We felt safe, informed, and well taken care of.

Anna Wilson
★★★★★

Highly recommended operator for Tanzania safaris. Good communication, comfortable vehicle, and amazing wildlife experience.

Michael Brown
★★★★★

Great service from start to finish. The team was friendly, reliable, and helped us enjoy Serengeti and Ngorongoro comfortably.

Sarah Thompson
★★★★★

Serengeti Wildlife Safaris delivered a memorable Tanzania safari. The guide was knowledgeable and everything was well organized.

James Miller
★★★★★

Excellent safari experience with professional guides, smooth communication, and well-planned itinerary.

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