Tanzania lodge safari and camps offer traditional African stylish rooms, assures comfort and stress free while enjoying remarkable Tanzanian wildlife. Please Contact us if you are interested in one of our affordable Tanzania lodging safari package listed bellow however, it is very much possible to change bellow lodge safari packages to be a budget or a luxury lodge safari. We can as well tailor a Tanzania lodge safari package based on your ideas and preferences.
Tanzanian lodges and tented camps may not be to the internationally perceived “star system” of evaluating in light of the fact that it is in some cases disillusioning to tell somebody that a hotel/tented camp is 5 star yet when he/she arrives it is not up to his/her desire. In order to maintain the strategic distance from that we have characterized lodges and tented camps in Tanzania in our own specific manner of evaluating and we have now 4 classes agreeing our reviewing at Back to Africa Safaris.
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Plan lodges and tented camps, mid-range lodges & tented camps and upper mid-degree lodges and camps, standard luxury lodges & tented camps, upper market luxury lodges & tented camps.
Tanzania lodge safari doesn’t necessarily need to be expensive. The cost for your Tanzania safari is determined by many factors which should be commensurate to what you get in terms of time spent, places visited, the things you do while in Africa and accommodations that you stay in during your safari. Contact our travel experts to get best accommodation with special offer for your safaris in Tanzania.
A Tanzania Lodge Safari offers the perfect balance of comfort adventure and affordability. With carefully curated packages, travelers can enjoy guided game drives, breathtaking sceneries and rich cultural experiences—all while staying in cozy, well-located lodges. Whether you’re a first time visitor or a seasoned explorer, these budget-friendly options make it easy to discover the magic of Tanzania’s wildlife and national parks without compromising on quality.
What is a Tanzania Lodge Safari?
A Tanzania lodge safari is a classic, comfortable style of safari where you explore the country’s world-famous national parks and conservation areas while staying in permanent or semi-permanent lodges, tented camps, or luxury camps that offer en-suite bathrooms, proper beds, electricity, hot showers, excellent food, and often swimming pools or stunning views.
Unlike mobile camping or budget camping safaris, lodge safaris prioritize comfort and relaxation after long game drives, making them ideal for first-time safari-goers, families, couples, honeymooners, and travelers who want an authentic wildlife experience without “roughing it.”
Key Features of a Lodge Safari in Tanzania
- Accommodation: Permanent lodges, luxury tented camps, or boutique hotels (many with only 6–20 rooms).
- Private or shared 4×4 safari vehicles with pop-up roofs and guaranteed window seats.
- Professional English-speaking driver-guides (often some of the best in Africa).
- All meals included (breakfast, lunch, dinner — usually very high quality).
- Game drives at dawn and late afternoon when animals are most active.
- Optional activities: walking safaris, night game drives, cultural visits, hot-air balloon safaris, etc.
- Park fees and conservation fees included in the price.
Northern Circuit vs Southern & Western Circuit (Lodge Options)
- Northern Circuit (Most Popular – Year-round)
This is where 95 % of lodge safaris take place because of easy access, excellent roads between parks, and the highest concentration of wildlife.
Major Parks & Typical Lodge Accommodations:
- Arusha / Kilimanjaro Airport (starting point)
- Arusha Coffee Lodge, Mount Meru Game Lodge, Gran Meliá Arusha, Arusha Planet Lodge
- Tarangire National Park (elephants, baobabs)
- Tarangire Sopa Lodge, Sangaiwe Tented lodge, Sanctuary Swala, Korongo Luxuy Camp, Tarangire Safari Lodge
- Lake Manyara National Park (tree-climbing lions, larger flocks of flamingos)
- Lake Manyara Serena Safari Lodge, Escarpment Luxury Lodge, The Retreat at Manyara, &Beyond Lake Manyara Tree Lodge
- Ngorongoro Crater (highest wildlife density in Africa)
- Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge, Ngorongoro Sopa Lodge
- Luxury: & Beyond Ngorongoro Crater Lodge (often called the most luxurious lodge in Africa), The Highlands Ngorongoro, Ngorongoro Rhino Lodge
- Karatu Area: Ngorongoro Coffee Lodge, Marera Valley Lodge, Ngorongoro Farm House, Kankari Lodge, Bougainvillea Safari Lodge
- Serengeti National Park (Great Migration, Big Cats)
- Central Serengeti: Four Seasons Safari Lodge, Serengeti Serena/Sopa, Kubu Kubu Tented Lodge, Thorn Trees tented Camp, Kisura Serengeti camp, Embalakai Tented Camp. Serengeti Classic Camp
- Western Corridor (Grumeti): Singita Grumeti Reserves, &Beyond Grumeti Serengeti River Lodge
- Northern Serengeti (Migration River crossings Jul–Oct): Lamai Serengeti, Sayari Camp, &Beyond Klein’s Camp, Serengeti Migration Camp
- Mobile luxury camps that follow the migration: Sanctuary Kichakani, Asilia’s Namiri Plains, Legendary Expeditions, Tanzania Bush Camps, acacia Camps
- Southern & Western Circuits (More remote, fewer crowds, lower prices)
- Selous Game Reserve (Nyerere National Park) – boat safaris, walking
- Siwandu, Rufiji River Camp, Beho Beho, Jabali Ridge
- Ruaha National Park (largest park in Tanzania, incredible predators)
- Jabali Ridge, Kwihala Camp, Ikuka Safari Camp, Kigelia Ruaha
- Katavi & Mahale (chimpanzees on Lake Tanganyika) – ultra-remote
- Greystoke Mahale, Mbali Mbali Katavi
Typical Itinerary Examples (7–10 days, lodge-based)
Classic Northern Circuit (8 days / 7 nights)
Day 1: Arrival Kilimanjaro → Arusha
Day 2: Tarangire National Park
Day 3–4: Lake Manyara + Ngorongoro Crater
Day 5–7: Serengeti (central + follow migration)
Day 8: Serengeti morning game drive → fly or drive back to Arusha → departure
Migration-focused (9 days)
Follows the herds with stays in Central → Western → Northern Serengeti, usually using luxury mobile camps or a mix of permanent lodges and tented camps.
Luxury Honeymoon Version
&Beyond or Asilia properties only: private plunge-pool suites, private vehicles, champagne bush breakfasts, hot-air balloon over the Serengeti, crater-rim candlelit dinners.
Price Range (per person, 2025–2026 high season, all-inclusive)
- Mid-range lodge safari (Serena, Sopa chain): $3,800 – $5,500
- Upper mid-range (Sanctuary, Sujan, Lemala): $5,500 – $8,000
- Luxury (Four Seasons, &Beyond, Singita, Chem Chem): $8,000 – $15,000+
- Ultra-luxury private fly-in (12+ guests with own plane): $20,000+
Best Time for a Lodge Safari
- June – October: Dry season → best wildlife viewing,
- Great Migration River crossings (Jul–Oct in north)
- January – March: Calving season in southern Serengeti, fewer crowds, green scenery
- Shoulder seasons (Nov, Apr–May): Lower rates, fewer people, but possible rain
Pros of a Lodge Safari
- High comfort after dusty game drives
- Excellent food & wine
- Swimming pools and Wi-Fi in many lodges
- Safe for families and older travelers
- Malaria risk lower than camping (many lodges are elevated or sprayed)
Cons
- More expensive than camping or mobile safaris
- Some lodges (especially large ones like Serena/Sopa) can feel less intimate
- Fixed locations (you can’t “follow” the migration as closely as mobile camps)
In short, a Tanzania lodge safari gives you the perfect blend of raw African wilderness and genuine comfort — waking up to lions roaring outside your luxury tent, falling asleep under canvas with a hot-water bottle and turn-down service, and never having to compromise between adventure and a good night’s sleep. It remains the gold standard for most first-time (and repeat) visitors to East Africa.
