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The 15 Best Mid-Range Safaris in Tanzania

52 tours  ·  from $550

Mid-range buys a lodge bed and a pool without the private-guide bill. These 15 compare the standard four to six day loops on price, lodge location and how much of each day is spent on the road between parks.

5-Day Highlights mid-Range Crater, Serengeti, Tarangire - Day 1: A calm start at Arusha Planet Lodge
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5-Day Highlights mid-Range Crater, Serengeti, Tarangire

1.5-Day Highlights mid-Range Crater, Serengeti, Tarangire

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 296 reviews · from $2,327Our pick

Spend five days on Tanzania’s Northern Safari Circuit with a private guide and open-roof safari truck. See Tarangire’s elephants and baobabs, descend into Ngorongoro Crater, search the Serengeti for big cats, and finish at bird-filled Lake Manyara. Arusha lodge stays, most meals, park entry, and airport pickup are included.

“I don't know where to start, but let me say we have had the most wonderful trip of our entire lives, the trip exceeded all the expectations we had, the jeep is brand new, clean and well maintained, our tour guide Imma is one of the best in the IRead more”

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Private 6-Day Tarangire Manyara Crater and Serengeti with Mid-Range Lodges - Day 2: Tarangire’s river and elephant country
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Private 6-Day Tarangire Manyara Crater and Serengeti with Mid-Range Lodges

2.Private 6-Day Tarangire Manyara Crater and Serengeti with Mid-Range Lodges

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 238 reviews · from $2,685

You’ll travel by private safari vehicle with a professional guide through four of northern Tanzania’s top wildlife areas. Expect elephant country in Tarangire, two game-drive days in the Serengeti, a crater descent, and Lake Manyara’s birdlife and forest. Guides such as Macha, Mecky, Gilbert, and Goodluck have led this route.

“Trip was amazing! Macha, our guide, made the trip. We would pass all the other safari cars watching an animal 300 ft away and he would take us to remote areas and get within 10-50 ft with no one else around. He knows what he’s doing. Accommodations all exceeded expectations as well.”

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5-Day Private midrange Tour in Arusha with Airport Pickup - Day 1: Tarangire’s elephants and baobabs
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5-Day Private midrange Tour in Arusha with Airport Pickup

3.5-Day Private midrange Tour in Arusha with Airport Pickup

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 160 reviews · from $3,600

This five-day private safari from Arusha visits Tarangire, Lake Manyara, Serengeti, and Ngorongoro with a private 4x4, guide, lodging, and full-board meals. Guides such as Elias, Ezekiel, Mandela, Amiri, and Freddie are praised for sharp animal spotting, safe driving, and clear explanations. Airport transfers are included, but confirm the exact pickup plan before arrival.

“We had a great safari with very nice guide. His name is Frank. We saw a lot of animals and all big five. We will never forget and recommend it. The organization from Team (Simba Ezekiel, Twalbu Mr T., Jerry, Halima etc.) was perfect organized.”

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4 Days Tarangire, Serengeti and Ngorongoro Mid-Range Group Safari - Day 2: The long road to the Serengeti
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4 Days Tarangire, Serengeti and Ngorongoro Mid-Range Group Safari

4.4 Days Tarangire, Serengeti and Ngorongoro Mid-Range Group Safari

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 84 reviews · from $1,450

Travel from Arusha in a group of up to seven, with a certified guide, park transport, three nights of mid-range accommodation, and meals included. See Tarangire’s elephants and baobabs, search the Serengeti for big cats, then explore Ngorongoro Crater. Guides such as Felix, Damian, Rocky, Amiri, and Frederick have earned especially strong praise for wildlife expertise and safe driving.

“The Safari was an incredible experience and our guide Felix was the best! He had many years experience leading tours, super knowledgeable about the ecology and wildlife, and he had a real knack for finding us the best animal sightings. PluRead more”

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5 Days Mid-Range Group Safari with Accommodation - Day 1: Elephants and baobabs in Tarangire
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5 Days Mid-Range Group Safari with Accommodation

5.5 Days Mid-Range Group Safari with Accommodation

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 67 reviews · from $1,800

Spend five days with a certified guide exploring Tarangire, Lake Manyara, Serengeti, and Ngorongoro. Expect small groups of up to seven, picnic meals, mid-range stays, and long game drives. Guides such as Fredy, Damien, Rocky, Felix, and Elias are praised for sharp animal spotting and clear explanations.

“This was a great experience and all the staff at Suricata were super friendly! Fredy was a great tour guide and we were able to see all of the Big 5. I would highly recommend this trip and Suricata.”

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6 Day Tanzania Wildlife Mid range Safari - Day 1: Tarangire and the country of elephants
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6 Day Tanzania Wildlife Mid range Safari

6.6 Day Tanzania Wildlife Mid range Safari

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 54 reviews · from $2,500

Travel from Arusha through four major Tanzania wildlife areas in a small group of up to six. You will see Tarangire elephants, Lake Manyara habitats, Serengeti plains, Olduvai Gorge, and Ngorongoro Crater. Guides such as Godfrey, Kelvin, James, and David have been praised for animal spotting, nature explanations, patience, and cheerful service.

“I had a safari with serengeti African tours and I highly recommend it to other clients. It was a great time I had in the wild. It was the best experience thanks again. Big up to the team and everyone who made it an awesome deal 🤝”

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4-Day Simba Safari - Mid Range Tour - Day 1: Lake Manyara’s birds, elephants, and tree-climbing lions
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4-Day Simba Safari – Mid Range Tour

7.4-Day Simba Safari – Mid Range Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 47 reviews · from $2,179

You’ll travel privately from Arusha through Lake Manyara, Serengeti, and Ngorongoro Crater with a professional guide, park fees, daily meals, and lodge or camp stays. Guides such as Hassni, Juma, Mwinyi, Inno, George, and Zadock have been praised for safe driving, sharp wildlife spotting, and clear explanations.

“Our Safari experience was amazing with Gosheni. Our guide, Calvin Kileo was just so patient and made sure that we get the most beautiful sightings all throughout the safari. He's extremely vigilant and skilled with the routes.”

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7-Day Private midrange Tour in Arusha with Airport Pickup - Day 2: Lake Manyara’s forest, lake, and hippo pool
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7-Day Private midrange Tour in Arusha with Airport Pickup

8.7-Day Private midrange Tour in Arusha with Airport Pickup

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 47 reviews · from $3,900

Spend seven days on a private northern Tanzania safari with a dedicated guide and 4x4 vehicle. You will visit Tarangire, Lake Manyara, the Serengeti, and Ngorongoro, with full-board lodge stays and airport pickup. Guide assignments vary, with past trips led by guides including Golden, Max, Rocky, Lewis, Freddy, Ezekiel, George, and Frederick.

“We had the most amazing experience with Suricata and in particular our guide Rocky who was the best! He has a genuine passion for the wildlife and was excited as us to see the animals! He also made sure to find us a great lunch spot Read more”

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7-Day Midrange Tanzania Safari Adventures (Big 5)

9.7-Day Midrange Tanzania Safari Adventures (Big 5)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 43 reviews · from $2,924

Start in Arusha and travel by safari vehicle through Tarangire, Lake Manyara, Serengeti, and Ngorongoro Crater. You’ll have a private group, lodge and tented-camp stays, picnic lunches, airport pickup, and a chance to see elephants, lions, leopards, cheetahs, rhinos, hippos, flamingos, and migrating herds. Guides may include Denis, Justin, Gasper, or Rapha.

“We are incredibly grateful to the Kilimanjaro team for hosting us in Tanzania for our honeymoon. Everything from the planning to the drives to the stays were executed wonderfully.”

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5 Day Mid range Tanzania Safari - Day 1: Lake Manyara’s forest, cliffs, and tree-climbing lions
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5 Day Mid range Tanzania Safari

10.5 Day Mid range Tanzania Safari

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 34 reviews · from $2,600

This five-day Tanzania safari from Moshi visits Lake Manyara, two full Serengeti days, Olduvai Gorge, and Ngorongoro Crater. You travel in a 4x4 with an English-speaking guide, sleep in lodges and tented camps, and share the vehicle with no more than six people. Guides named by past guests include Godfrey, David, Damian, Praise, and Aboh.

“I had a pleasure of going on a safari with this company, had the best experience I enjoyed the safari from the beginning upto end of safari. I observe a best animals such as a lion and elephants.”

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5-Day Mid-Range Safari in Tanzania - Day two in Tarangire: baobabs, elephants, and the river
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5-Day Mid-Range Safari in Tanzania

11.5-Day Mid-Range Safari in Tanzania

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 33 reviews · from $2,271

Spend five days on a private Tanzania safari from Arusha, with flexible game-drive times, a dedicated guide, and stays at mid-range lodges. Visit Tarangire’s elephant country, Ngorongoro Crater, and Lake Manyara’s forest and flamingos. Airport pickup, four breakfasts, four lunches, and three dinners are included. Zanzibar extensions can be arranged.

“Absolutely incredible experience! We organized our honeymoon with the Wanderer and left more than satisfied. The level of attention and professionalism was outstanding, from beginning to the end. The booking process was super easy and I Read more”

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7 Days Mid Range Tanzania Wildlife Safari

12.7 Days Mid Range Tanzania Wildlife Safari

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 31 reviews · from $2,760

You’ll travel by private 4x4 with a pop-up roof from Arusha through Tarangire, Lake Manyara, Serengeti, and Ngorongoro. Expect long game-drive days, packed lunches, three daily meals, budget tented camps or hotels, and help from Kiwoito staff such as Charles, Feston, Abu, or Senyaeli, depending on availability.

“Our week-long safari with Kiwoito was truly exceptional. From the meticulous planning by Evaline, who was incredibly responsive to our needs, to the outstanding guidance of Feston, our experience was incredible.”

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6-Day Private midrange Tour in Arusha with Airport Pickup - Day 1: Tarangire begins with elephants and baobabs
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6-Day Private midrange Tour in Arusha with Airport Pickup

13.6-Day Private midrange Tour in Arusha with Airport Pickup

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 29 reviews · from $3,400

Travel by private 4x4 from Arusha through four of Tanzania’s best wildlife areas. You’ll search for elephants in Tarangire, flamingos at Lake Manyara, big cats in Serengeti, and wildlife in Ngorongoro Crater. Guides such as Lewis, Fredy, Ezekiel, Vincent, and Ameri have been praised for sharp animal spotting and good park knowledge.

“My wife and I went on an incredible 6-day midrange private tour with Suricata Safari’s guide- Ameri.”

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2 days Mid Range Safari in Ngorongoro and Tarangire Big 5 Parks - Camping after a long game drive
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2 days Mid Range Safari in Ngorongoro and Tarangire Big 5 Parks

14.2 days Mid Range Safari in Ngorongoro and Tarangire Big 5 Parks

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 27 reviews · from $680Best value

Start early from Arusha for Tarangire’s elephants and baobabs, then explore Ngorongoro Crater, home to large herds, lions, birds, and possible Big Five sightings. Moorland Safari and Trekking provides a 4x4, English-speaking guide, meals, water, tent, mattress, and park fees. Guides named in past trips include Nuru, David, and Simon.

“We had the chance to do walking safari with moorland and it was amazing the team was very attentive and professional i highly recommend this company if you want to enjoy your trip”

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4 days serengeti & ngorongoro mid range tour - Day Two: Ngorongoro Viewpoint, Maasai Culture, and Seronera
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4 days serengeti & ngorongoro mid range tour

15.4 days serengeti & ngorongoro mid range tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 25 reviews · from $4,000

Spend four demanding but rewarding days moving from Arusha through Tarangire, Serengeti, and Ngorongoro. Expect private transport, lodge stays, meals, binoculars, long game drives, a Maasai village option, and a possible hot-air balloon flight. Ask which guide is assigned, and confirm whether the balloon flight is included in your quoted price.

“Great time! We got to experience the Big 5 and learned so much about Tanzania! Our guide was beyond knowledgeable, and he knew exactly where to go and when we'd see the most wildlife, almost like he had a 6th sense. The accommodatiRead more”

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