Tanzania Family Safari

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8 daysDuration

Small Group TourUsually 8-12 participants, maximum 18 travelers

16 peopleMaximum group size

5 - 99 yearsAge range for participants

EnglishGuide language

Easy

Light physical activity suitable for most people with average fitness levels.

Starts

Nairobi, Kenya

Ends

Nairobi, Kenya

Highlights

Encounter roaring lions and magnificent zebra in the famous Serengeti National Park as our vehicles get you close to the action in this spectacular wildlife arena.

Experience the thrill of camping among nature and drift off to sleep to the sounds of the African night.

Meet some Maasai Mamas (the name for women artisans in Tanzania) and learn about their village life, including how to prepare a local Swahili dish.

Take a mind-blowing safari across the floor of the Ngorongoro Crater for a chance to see the endangered black rhinoceros.

Accompanied by a local crew – a leader, driver and cook – you and your family are in excellent hands for the duration of your adventure.

Itinerary

Create lifelong memories with your loved ones on the Tanzania Family Safari, an eight-day adventure through East Africa’s most celebrated landscapes. This family-friendly trip invites you to explore the vast savannas of Serengeti National Park, where everything from tiny dik-diks to mighty elephants roam.

Peer into the Ngorongoro Crater’s wildlife-rich abyss, camp beneath African skies, and immerse your family in Maasai culture—learning traditions, hearing village stories, and even trying your hand at Swahili cooking. This journey is more than a wildlife safari; it’s a chance to connect with the land and people that shaped human history.

The unique selling point is the tour’s human element: genuine cultural exchanges with local communities, making it an inspiring and educational adventure for families seeking both wildlife thrills and meaningful connections.

day 1 - Nairobi

Jambo! Welcome to Kenya. Your adventure begins in Nairobi with a welcome meeting at 5 pm tonight. If you and your family arrive early, maybe visit the National Museum of Kenya, explore Bomas of Kenya where traditional homesteads of several Kenyan tribes are displayed in an outdoor village, or head to the David Sheldricks Elephant Orphanage and the Giraffe Centre. These conservation projects allow you to see the animals up close while learning more about them and their plight in the modern world. After your meeting, maybe get to know the other families over dinner at a local restaurant.

accommodation:Heron Hotel or similar

day 2 - Arusha

This morning, you’ll drive across the border to Arusha. Today is a bit of a long travel day, so it's a good idea to get stuck into your book or favourite podcasts. Located at the base of volcanic Mt Meru, Arusha is the gateway to safari destinations and to Africa's highest peak – the 5895 m Mt Kilimanjaro, lying about 100 km northeast. When you arrive, the rest of the day is free for you and your family to relax – maybe go for a swim in the nearby pool.

accommodation:Summit Lodge or similar

meals:1 Breakfast, 1 Lunch

day 3 - Karatu

Today, you and your family will spend the day with some local Mamas (the name for female artisans in Tanzania). First, the women will teach you how to prepare a local Swahili dish for lunch. After eating your creations, you’ll get the chance to take a closer look into their lives. With help from a translator, the women will lead smaller groups around their village. Visit their homes and see how a traditional boma (small hut made of mud and cow dung) is set up. You’ll also get to meet their families and learn about Maasai culture. Later, drive to the small town of Karatu - the gateway to the Ngorongoro Crater – where you’ll stay tonight.

included:Kisongo - Cooking class, crafts & village walk

accommodation:Kudu Camping Ground with facilities or similar

meals:1 Breakfast, 1 Lunch, 1 Dinner

day 4 - Serengeti National Park

Travel from Karatu to the gate of Serengeti National Park this morning. After a picnic lunch at the entrance, you’ll enter the Serengeti and set off on a game drive to your campsite – be sure to look for your favourite safari animals along the way! The vast plains of the Serengeti – green after the rains, brown and burnt in the dry season – are home to thousands of hoofed animals and fierce predators. Flat and rolling, with long grass and acacia trees, these plains get their name from the Maasai word siringet (the place where the land moves on forever). Your campsite is right in the action, within the park itself, so listen out for the sounds of nocturnal animals as you drift off to sleep.

included:Serengeti National Park - Overland Vehicle Game Drive

accommodation:Serengeti NP Camping Ground or similar

meals:1 Breakfast, 1 Lunch, 1 Dinner

day 5 - Serengeti National Park

Start the day with a game drive at dawn. You’ll head out while the animals are at their most active, then head back to camp for brunch later in the afternoon. As you drive, be sure to look for lions, elephants, cheetahs and all your favourites from the Lion King! After spending the warmer part of the day relaxing, as the animals do, set off at dusk for another adventure in the wild before returning in time for dinner. There's also the option of a balloon ride over the park today, which makes for an excellent family activity. If you have pre-booked this activity, you’ll be picked up before dawn and driven to the launch site. After a safety briefing, you will glide through the sunrise, sometimes at tree height, which provides amazing photo opportunities. Sometimes you will ascend, getting an overview of the enormity of the plains and the early morning movements of the teeming herds. After landing, you'll be treated to a five-star bush breakfast, before returning to your camp.

included:Serengeti National Park - Overland Vehicle Game Drive

accommodation:Serengeti NP Camping Ground or similar

meals:1 Breakfast, 1 Lunch, 1 Dinner

day 6 - Ngorongoro Conservation Area - Karatu

This morning, buckle up and set out on another game drive. After lunch you and your family will enter the Ngorongoro Conservation area. Ngorongoro is a gigantic volcanic crater and is home to some 30,000 animals. Among these are endangered black rhinos, lions, leopards, elephants, impalas, zebras and hippos. The crater floor offers excellent game viewing all year round, and a perfect photo opportunity. Then, jump in a 4WD and head into the crater itself for a couple hours where the kids (and adults!) can enjoy spotting the animals. Leaving the park you’ll travel to Karatu - your overnight stop were the kids can swim in the campsite pool.

included:Serengeti National Park - Afternoon 4WD Safari

accommodation:Flamingo Lodge campsite or similar

meals:1 Breakfast, 1 Lunch

day 7 - Mto Wa Mbu

After breakfast, take a short drive to Mto Wa Mbu. When you arrive, join the local community for a guided afternoon stroll around the farming areas, milling machine and local homes. Learn about their culture and way of life, then sit down to a traditional meal. This afternoon is free for you and your family to maybe relax around the campsite or have a swim in the pool.

included:Mto wa Mbu - Village walk and lunch

accommodation:Twiga Lodge & Campsite or similar

meals:1 Breakfast, 1 Lunch

day 8 - Nairobi

Setting off early this morning, you’ll travel across the to Nairobi. When you arrive later today, your adventure comes to an end. If you’d like to spend longer in Nairobi – and it’s recommended you do – just speak to your booking agent ahead of time.

meals:1 Breakfast, 1 Lunch

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What's Included

Accommodation

Hotels (3 nights), Camping with basic facilities (4 nights)

Meals

7 Breakfasts, 7 Lunches, 3 Dinners

Transport

Overland vehicle, 4x4 Safari Vehicle

Guide

An expert tour leader

Included Activities

Kisongo - Cooking class, crafts & village walkSerengeti National Park - Overland Vehicle Game DriveSerengeti National Park - Overland Vehicle Game DriveSerengeti National Park - Afternoon 4WD SafariMto wa Mbu - Village walk and lunch

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