Embark on an unforgettable 7-day adventure through Tanzania's most iconic wildlife destinations with the Serengeti Family Safari. Designed for families seeking an exciting and educational experience, this safari brings you up close to the incredible wildlife of the Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater, and Tarangire National Park.
Starting with a visit to the Serengeti National Park, renowned for its vast savannahs and the Great Migration, you'll witness herds of wildebeest, zebras, and predators in their natural habitat. The safari continues to Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, where you’ll spot the Big Five in a stunning volcanic caldera. Tarangire National Park offers a unique opportunity to see large herds of elephants and diverse birdlife amidst ancient baobab trees.
Along the way, your family will enjoy private game drives, educational talks, and the chance to bond over shared adventures in the wild. Comfortable lodges and camps ensure a relaxing stay, with opportunities for both relaxation and exploration. Whether it’s watching lions on the prowl or enjoying a peaceful sunset, this safari creates lifelong memories for every family member.
Itinerary
Day 1 Arrival Kilimanjaro - Arusha
Welcome to Tanzania! Your Great Lake Expedition will meet you upon arrival at Kilimanjaro airport and take you straight to your River trees hotel in Tanzania. This trip is an exclusive private safari so that you can enjoy your trip to the fullest! Tomorrow morning will be an early start for your first Tanzania safari experience, so use your first day to recuperate from a day of travel and soak up the sights and sounds of Africa.
Don’t be afraid to ask your guide questions beforehand and tell them your needs and expectations. Decide your departure and return times together and discuss specific animals you want to look out for! The best thing about a private African safari? You don’t have to be considerate of anyone. This trip is entirely your own.
The rest of the day is at your leisure. Recuperate from a day of travel and soak in the sights and sounds of Africa.
Day 2 Lake Manyara National Park
Today you’ll be heading out to your first Tanzania national park: the magnificent Lake Manyara. Though one of the smaller national parks in the country, it still packs a punch. Expect to spot herds of elephants slowly trekking across the plains, vast troops of baboons in the thick forest canopy, and – if you are lucky! – perhaps even tree-climbing lions.
You’ll spend the day in your private 4×4 safari vehicle with your experienced safari guide leading the way. A mesmerizing variety of wildlife can be found around the huge soda lake, including buffalos, warthogs, giraffes, wildebeest, zebras, and plenty of pink flamingos. The shallow Hippo Pool is always a highlight and offers excellent opportunities for hippo sightings as well as spectacular views of the Rift Valley Escarpment.
Lake Manyara in Tanzania isn’t just about epic game drives, however. Combine a full day of safari adventure with various activities from cultural tours to canopy walks and more!
Day 3 Serengeti National Park
Today you will continue your African safari experience to one of the country’s biggest draws: the Serengeti National Park. The endless plains and abundance of wildlife that call the Serengeti home are unsurpassed. The Wildebeest Migration with more than a million wildebeest is probably the highlight of the Serengeti. It is a true spectacle and impressive to watch millions of wildebeest, zebras and gazelles thunder across the endless plains of the Serengeti.
Together with your private guide, you will be looking for the herds across the plains. Apart from the migratory animals, you will also get to see lots of other animals, like lions, cheetahs, leopards, and many more. Expect to be impressed by the natural beauty of Africa’s most famous park.
If you like to watch wildlife from another perspective, we recommend you to go on a balloon safari. It is an amazing experience to drift silently above the plains with herds of wildlife.
Day 4 Serengeti National Park
Today you will continue your African safari experience to one of the country’s biggest draws: the Serengeti National Park. The endless plains and abundance of wildlife that call the Serengeti home are unsurpassed. The Wildebeest Migration with more than a million wildebeest is probably the highlight of the Serengeti. It is a true spectacle and impressive to watch millions of wildebeest, zebras and gazelles thunder across the endless plains of the Serengeti.
Together with your private guide, you will be looking for the herds across the plains. Apart from the migratory animals, you will also get to see lots of other animals, like lions, cheetahs, leopards, and many more. Expect to be impressed by the natural beauty of Africa’s most famous park.
If you like to watch wildlife from another perspective, we recommend you to go on a balloon safari. It is an amazing experience to drift silently above the plains with herds of wildlife.
Day 5 NGORONGORO CRATER
Early morning you drive from Arusha to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. The road leads you over the Great Rift Valley, through the crater forest, to the striking Ngorongoro Crater. This collapsed volcano is the main feature of the area and creates a unique ecosystem with a wide variety of vegetation. Enjoy the beautiful colors of the landscapes and the diversity of animals.
The crater is home to the highest concentration of wildlife in Africa and is choked with elephants, lions, buffaloes, hippos, and even the rare black rhino. This is one of the best places to spot all of the Big Five. The views from the crater rim over the crater floor are incredible. Because of its natural beauty, the Ngorongoro Crater is chosen as one of Africa’s Seven Natural Wonders.
There is a range of activities to do in the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, like visiting a Maasai village.
Late evening drive to Karatu overnight at Bouganvillea safari lodge
Day 6 TARANGIRE NATIONAL PARK
Early in the morning after Tarangire National Park for a full-day game drive. One of the lesser-visited national parks of atmosphere, expect to see few other travellers on your journey and plenty of private moments to admire majestic herds of elephants roaming amidst the iconic Baobab trees.
Home to the highest concentration of wild elephants in the world, the Tarangire offers up unbeatable elephant sightings. Sometimes herds of up to 300 elephants can be seen around the Tarangire River, drinking from the shallows or enjoying a cooling mud bath. Apart from elephants, Tarangire is a paradise for bird lovers. In the area around these swamps, you can also see lions, leopards, cheetahs, and even tree-climbing pythons. Learn more about Tarangire National Park.
Late evernig drive to Arusha, overnight at River trees hotel -(B&B)
Day 7 Arusha - Airport
Today will be at leisure to relax or explore, depending on your flight. Your driver will transfer you to Kilimanjaro Airport for your departure flight and on day 7 you will arrive back home.
Inclusion
- Accommodation
- Guide
- Meals
- Additional Services
- Transport
- Free eSIM
Exclusions
- Flights
- Insurance
- Optional
- Additional Services
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Expedition Information
$4,000
Q2
Serengeti National Park ,
Lake Manyara National Park ,
Tarangire National Park ,
Ngorongoro Crater
Other (MTB, Kayak, 4WD Safari, Paragliding, Helicopter...etc)
Fitness Level
1
Technical Level
1
Group Size
2-30
Ratio
2:2
Continent:
AfricaCountry:
TanzaniaLocation:
Serengeti National ParkElevation:
1,000 m / 3,281 ftGPS:
-2.32517 N°, 34.8333 E°Continent:
AfricaCountry:
TanzaniaLocation:
Lake Manyara National ParkElevation:
954 m / 3,130 ftGPS:
-2.32517 N°, 34.8333 E°Continent:
AfricaCountry:
TanzaniaLocation:
Tarangire National ParkElevation:
1,000 m / 3,281 ftGPS:
-2.32517 N°, 34.8333 E°Continent:
AfricaCountry:
TanzaniaLocation:
Ngorongoro CraterElevation:
1,800 m / 5,905 ftGPS:
-2.32517 N°, 34.8333 E°