SERENGETI & NGORONGORO

Great question — midrange safaris are super popular in Tanzania because they strike a really nice balance between comfort and value. Here’s what you can expect in terms of accommodation when doing a midrange safari to Serengeti and Ngorongoro:

🏕️ General Features of Midrange Safari Accommodation:
Comfortable, clean lodges or tented camps — usually en-suite bathrooms with hot showers and flush toilets.
Great locations — often inside or very close to the parks, especially in the Serengeti.
Nice meals included — usually full board (breakfast, lunch, dinner).
Electricity and Wi-Fi — generally available in common areas, sometimes limited in the rooms/tents.
Authentic safari vibe — canvas-style tented camps with solid floors and real beds are common, especially in Serengeti.

🏕️ In Serengeti (Midrange Options):
Tented Camps like:
Tanzania Bush Camps
Serengeti Heritage Camp
Kati Kati Tented Camp
These are semi-permanent camps, often following the migration, giving you incredible access to wildlife.
Expect: Private tents, en-suite bathrooms, cozy dining tents, campfire evenings.

🏔️ In Ngorongoro:
You often stay near the Ngorongoro Crater rim (colder climate, stunning views).
Midrange lodges/hotels might include:
Rhino Lodge – very popular with amazing views and great proximity to the crater descent road.
Ngorongoro Wildlife Lodge – older but well-located.
Ngorongoro Forest Tented Lodge – slightly off the rim, but very charming.

🌟 Extras That Are Sometimes Included:
Sundowners (drinks at sunset)
Hot water bottles in bed (it can get cold near the crater!)
Cultural visits to nearby Maasai villages (optional)

Would you like me to recommend a few sample itineraries or tour companies that offer solid midrange packages? Or maybe you’re wondering about cost ranges for a trip like this?




How many stars are they ?


Good one! Midrange safari accommodations in the Serengeti and Ngorongoro are typically in the 2.5 to 4-star range, depending on the lodge or camp. Here’s a quick breakdown of how they generally compare:

⭐️ Star Ratings Overview (Typical Midrange Options):
🏕 Tented Camps in Serengeti:
Usually 3 to 3.5 stars.
Example:
Kati Kati Tented Camp – 3★
Serengeti Heritage Camp – 3.5★
Tanzania Bush Camp – 3★ to 4★ depending on the location/season.
These places give you that “in the wild” feel with solid comfort — think proper beds, en-suite bathrooms, and dining tents.
🏔 Lodges around Ngorongoro Crater:
Generally 3 to 4 stars.
Example:
Rhino Lodge – 3★
Ngorongoro Wildlife Lodge – 3.5★ (some might rate it as 4★ for views)
Ngorongoro Forest Tented Lodge – 3★
They’re usually a bit more “rustic luxury” than hotel-style luxury — but totally comfortable and warm, with great food and service.

✨ What’s Included in That Star Level:
Private rooms/tents with en-suite bathrooms
Hot showers (sometimes solar-heated)
Mosquito nets
Electricity (may be solar or generator-powered — sometimes limited overnight)

• Neutral-colored clothing (green, beige, brown).
• Light layers (mornings are chilly, afternoons hot).
• Binoculars, camera, sunscreen, insect repellent.
• Daypack, hat, sunglasses, and a power bank.
• A warm jacket for Ngorongoro (it gets cold at night!).

• Lodges and big towns: yes (but sometimes with a fee).
• Remote areas: cash is king (Tanzanian Shillings or USD).
• Tip: Bring small USD bills (new, unmarked, post-2009).