5-Day Tanzania Mid-Range Safari Tour Packages & Prices 2026
Discover and experience the best National Parks in Tanzania in 2026 at a standard mid-range price. Our 5-Day Tanzania Mid-Range Safari Packages take you through Tarangire, Lake Manyara, Serengeti, and Ngorongoro Crater — Tanzania's complete Northern Circuit — with overnights in comfortable mid-range lodges that balance quality and value.
These packages are designed for travellers who want the full Tanzania safari experience with reliable, well-located accommodation — not budget campsites, not ultra-luxury exclusivity, but the sweet spot in between. Mid-range lodge prices are between US$350 and US$640 per person per day, depending on the number of people in your group and the specific lodges chosen.
All packages start and end in Arusha, Moshi, or Zanzibar — we collect you from whichever point suits your travel itinerary and return you there at the end of your safari.
5-Day Tanzania Mid-Range Lodge Safari Package
Our signature 5-Day Tanzania Mid-Range Safari to Tarangire, Lake Manyara, Serengeti, and Ngorongoro Crater covers the complete Northern Circuit of Tanzania. This is the most popular mid-range safari itinerary — visiting all four major parks in five days with comfortable lodge accommodation throughout.
5 Days Tanzania Mid-Range Safari — Tarangire, Lake Manyara, Serengeti & Ngorongoro Crater
The full Northern Circuit — all four major parks over 5 days with mid-range lodge accommodation. Expert guide, 4x4 safari vehicle, meals, and park fees included.
National Parks Covered on the 5-Day Mid-Range Safari
The 5-day mid-range itinerary covers Tanzania's complete Northern Safari Circuit — the four parks that together represent the best of East African wildlife.
Tarangire National Park
Famous for its large elephant herds and iconic baobab trees. Home to wildebeest, zebras, giraffes, and over 550 bird species. Day 1 of the itinerary.
Lake Manyara National Park
Renowned for tree-climbing lions, flamingo-filled shores, and a diverse ecosystem from groundwater forest to open floodplains. Day 1 or 2.
Serengeti National Park
Tanzania's most iconic park — vast savannas, the Big Five, and the Great Wildebeest Migration. 2 full days of game drives in the heart of Africa. Days 2–4.
Ngorongoro Crater
UNESCO World Heritage Site — a volcanic caldera home to 25,000+ animals including lions, elephants, buffalo, hippos, and the endangered black rhino. Day 4–5.
What's Included in the 5-Day Mid-Range Safari Package
4x4 Safari Vehicle
Custom-built Land Cruiser with pop-up roof, charging ports, fridge, and safety equipment.
Expert Safari Guide
Licensed, English-speaking guide with 10+ years of experience in Tanzania's national parks.
Mid-Range Lodge Accommodation
4 nights in comfortable lodges with en-suite bathrooms, hot water, and swimming pools.
All Meals & Drinking Water
Full board — breakfast, lunch, dinner, and unlimited drinking water throughout the safari.
All Park Entry Fees
TANAPA and NCAA conservation fees for all four national parks included.
All Transfers
Collection from and return to Arusha, Moshi, or Zanzibar airport or hotel.
5-Day Tanzania Mid-Range Safari Prices 2026
5-Day Tanzania Mid-Range Lodge Safari prices for 2026 range from $350 to $640 per person per day, depending on your group size and the specific lodges selected. The total all-inclusive package price for 5 days typically falls between $1,750 and $3,200 per person.
| Group Size | Price Range / Person / Day | Estimated 5-Day Total / Person |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Person (Solo) | $580 – $640 | $2,900 – $3,200 |
| 2 People | $460 – $520 | $2,300 – $2,600 |
| 3–4 People | $400 – $460 | $2,000 – $2,300 |
| 5–6 People | $360 – $420 | $1,800 – $2,100 |
| 7+ People | $350 – $400 | $1,750 – $2,000 |
Mid-Range Lodge Accommodation in Tanzania
Mid-range lodges in Tanzania's national parks offer a comfortable, well-serviced experience with private rooms, en-suite bathrooms, hot showers, electricity, swimming pools, and communal dining. They are typically located inside or on the boundary of the parks — meaning you can go on early-morning and late-afternoon game drives with minimal travel time.
Typical mid-range lodges on this 5-day itinerary include properties in Tarangire, lodges on the Serengeti rim or central Serengeti, rim lodges at Ngorongoro, and properties near Lake Manyara. Exact lodge assignments depend on availability at your travel dates — Afro-Vertex always selects the best available property at the mid-range tier for your specific dates.
