7-Day Midrange Epic Adventure Safari (3 Nights Serengeti)

Overview

This 3-day Tanzania midrange safari is crafted to give you an unforgettable taste of Africa’s iconic wildlife, stunning landscapes, and warm hospitality — all within a short adventure.

With Shafino Wildlife Safaris, you’ll explore Tarangire National Park, known for its giant baobab trees and massive elephant herds, and the legendary Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the top places in Africa to spot the Big Five: lion, elephant, buffalo, leopard, and rhino.

Designed with comfort and care, this journey is perfect for travelers who want a high-quality safari experience that balances excitement, nature, and expert guidance.

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Day to Day Itinerary

Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport or Arusha Airport, where your Shafino Wildlife Safaris guide will warmly welcome you. Settle into your selected midrange lodge or hotel in Arusha, take a deep breath, and get ready for the safari adventure of a lifetime.

🍽 Meals: Dinner at own expense
🏨 Accommodation: At a selected lodge or hotel in Arusha

After breakfast, we hit the road toward Tarangire National Park (approx. 2.5-hour drive). Known for its majestic baobab trees and massive elephant herds, Tarangire is alive with wildlife: giraffes, bushbucks, hartebeests, lions, leopards, and a dazzling array of birdlife.

Enjoy a picnic lunch inside the park and continue your afternoon game drive. As evening approaches, we head to Karatu for a cozy night’s rest.

🍽 Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
🏨 Accommodation: At a selected lodge or camp in Karatu

Today, we drive through the stunning Ngorongoro Conservation Area, with a brief stop to admire the breathtaking Ngorongoro Crater view. Then we enter the legendary Serengeti National Park, famous for its vast grasslands, abundant wildlife, and the Great Migration.

Depending on the time of year, we tailor your accommodations to stay close to the migration’s location, maximizing your chances of witnessing this natural marvel.

🍽 Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
🏨 Accommodation: At a selected camp or lodge in Serengeti

Spend the entire day exploring the Serengeti, where every moment offers a new spectacle — herds of impalas and buffaloes, lurking crocodiles and hippos, and predators like lions, cheetahs, and leopards. Depending on the season, we may venture beyond the central Serengeti to follow the migration herds.

🍽 Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
🏨 Accommodation: At a selected camp or lodge in Serengeti

Another full day in the Serengeti! You can choose a relaxed pace with early morning and late afternoon game drives, returning to camp for lunch, or opt for a full-day safari with a packed picnic lunch. The Serengeti’s magic is endless — every game drive is unique.

🍽 Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
🏨 Accommodation: At a selected camp or lodge in Serengeti

Savor your final Serengeti sunrise before we journey to Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of Africa’s natural wonders. Descend into this massive volcanic caldera, where you’re surrounded by dense wildlife — wildebeests, zebras, gazelles, elephants, and the rare black rhino.

After an incredible afternoon in the crater, we return to Karatu for dinner and overnight.

🍽 Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
🏨 Accommodation: At a selected lodge or camp in Karatu

On your last safari day, we visit Lake Manyara National Park, a small but ecologically rich reserve famous for its flamingos, tree-climbing lions, baboons, and dense evergreen forests. Enjoy a picnic lunch surrounded by nature before we drive back to Arusha or transfer you to the airport for your onward journey.

🍽 Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
🏨 Accommodation: Not included (end of tour)

What’s Included

  • National park fees and permits
  • Professional English-speaking driver-guide
  • All game drives and safari activities (non-optional)
  • Midrange lodge or camp accommodation (as per itinerary)
  • All road transportation in a private 4x4 safari vehicle
  • Roundtrip airport transfers
  • Meals as specified (including bottled water, one beer per adult per day, plus white or red wine)
  • All government taxes and VAT

What’s Not Included

  • International flights to/from Tanzania
  • Additional accommodation before or after the safari (can be arranged)
  • Tips and gratuities (suggested $15–$20 per adult per day)
  • Personal items such as souvenirs, travel insurance, and visa fees

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