This 7-day Tanzania family safari offers the perfect blend of thrilling wildlife experiences, cultural immersion, and relaxation for all ages. From game drives in Tarangire and Serengeti to visiting the Hadzabe tribe for a hands-on cultural tour, this journey is designed to create unforgettable memories for the whole family. Each lodge is family-friendly, and the pace is ideal for both kids and adults.
Itinerary | Day to day
Day 1: Arrival in Tanzania – Airport Pickup & Transfer to Arusha
Distance: ~55 km
Drive Time: 1–1.5 hours
Welcome to Tanzania! Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, your friendly guide will meet and transfer your family to your lodge in Arusha for rest and dinner.
Accommodation: Arusha Planet Lodge – Family-friendly with a pool and spacious rooms
Meal Plan: Dinner
Dinner: 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Day 2: Arusha to Tarangire National Park – Game Drive
Distance: ~120 km
Drive Time: 2.5–3 hours
After breakfast, depart at 8:00 AM for Tarangire National Park, known for its large elephant herds and iconic baobab trees. Enjoy a family-friendly game drive and spot zebras, giraffes, lions, and more.
Lunch will be a scenic picnic inside the park. Later, drive to Karatu for overnight.
Accommodation: Marera Valley Lodge – Offers family rooms and a relaxed garden setting
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Breakfast: 7:00 AM
Lunch: 12:30 PM (Picnic)
Dinner: 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Day 3–4: Serengeti National Park – Game Drives & Adventure
Distance (Day 3): ~250 km (via Ngorongoro Conservation Area)
Drive Time: 6–7 hours with game viewing stops
Depart early and drive through the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, enjoying scenic views before arriving in the Serengeti. Over the next two days, explore the vast plains teeming with wildlife. Your kids will love spotting lions, elephants, cheetahs, and possibly the Great Migration, depending on the season.
Accommodation: Signature Serengeti Camp – Family-friendly tented camp with full amenities
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Breakfast: 6:30 AM
Lunch: 12:30 PM (Picnic or hot)
Dinner: 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Day 5: Serengeti to Ngorongoro Crater – Game Drive
Distance: ~190 km
Drive Time: ~6–7 hours including crater tour
Depart Serengeti early after breakfast and head to Ngorongoro Crater. Descend into this UNESCO World Heritage Site for a 3–4 hour game drive where your family will enjoy close-up encounters with rhinos, hippos, and lions in the world’s largest intact volcanic caldera.
After your picnic lunch, ascend and drive to your lodge at the crater rim or in Karatu.
Accommodation: Ngorongoro Oldeani Mountain Lodge – Luxury lodge with views and family amenities
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Breakfast: 5:30 AM
Lunch: 12:30 PM (Picnic in the crater)
Dinner: 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Day 6: Cultural Tour with the Hadzabe Tribe – Return to Arusha
Distance: ~130 km
Drive Time: 4–5 hours total
Start early and drive to Lake Eyasi, home of the Hadzabe hunter-gatherers. Your family will join them on a traditional hunt and learn their unique way of life. Later, visit a Datoga blacksmith village for a hands-on learning experience.
After lunch, return to Arusha. On the way, you can stop at a curio shop for souvenirs.
Accommodation: Arusha Safari Lodge – Quiet and family-friendly with a pool
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Breakfast: 6:30 AM
Lunch: 12:30 PM (Hot lunch or picnic)
Dinner: 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Day 7: Departure – Transfer to Kilimanjaro International Airport
Distance: ~55 km
Drive Time: 1–1.5 hours
After a relaxing breakfast and some free time, your driver will transfer your family to Kilimanjaro International Airport for your flight home – taking with you unforgettable memories of Tanzania’s wildlife and culture.
Meal Plan: Breakfast
Breakfast: 8:00 AM
Included in the Safari
Not Included in the Safari
🚐 Transport in a 4×4 Toyota Land Cruiser with a pop-up roof for game viewing
👨✈️ Professional English-speaking driver/guide
🛏️ Accommodation as per itinerary
🍽️ Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner as indicated in the itinerary
🚰 Bottled drinking water in the vehicle during safari
🎫 All park entrance fees and government taxes
🦁 Game drives as per itinerary
🧭 Transfers from/to Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO)
🏞️ Entry fees to Ngorongoro Crater and Conservation Area Authority
✈️ International flights to/from Tanzania
🧳 Travel insurance and medical insurance
🧾 Tips for guide, driver, and hotel staff (recommended $10–$20 per day)
🍷 Alcoholic and Sprit drinks at lodges and camps
🏙️ Optional activities (e.g., Maasai village visit, hot air balloon safari, cultural tours)
🧼 Personal items: laundry, souvenirs, phone charges, etc.
🛏️ Accommodation in Arusha after the safari (can be arranged upon request)
🧾 Visa fees for entry into Tanzania
