This 5 Days Family-Friendly Tanzania Safari is designed to give your family an exciting and safe adventure across Tanzania’s top safari destinations. From the elephant-filled landscapes of Tarangire National Park, to the endless plains of the Serengeti, and the breathtaking wildlife sanctuary of the Ngorongoro Crater, this safari balances adventure, comfort, and family needs. You’ll enjoy spacious lodges and camps that are family-friendly, with delicious meals, cozy rooms, and beautiful views of nature.
Your safari will include thrilling game drives, where your family can spot the Big Five (lion, leopard, elephant, rhino, and buffalo), along with giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, and many more. Each day is carefully planned to give plenty of wildlife viewing, while also allowing time to relax and enjoy the accommodations.
This family safari ensures safety, comfort, and unforgettable moments for both kids and adults — making it a perfect holiday adventure.
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Day 1: Arusha – Tarangire National Park
After breakfast in Arusha, your safari driver will pick you up and drive to Tarangire National Park, famous for its large elephant herds, baobab trees, and diverse wildlife. Your family will enjoy a game drive across the park, spotting lions, zebras, wildebeest, giraffes, and over 400 bird species. Tarangire is an excellent park for children to see elephants up close.
Accommodation: Farm of Dreams Lodge
Meals: Lunch, Dinner
Day 2: Tarangire – Serengeti National Park
After breakfast, drive through the Ngorongoro Highlands with beautiful scenery on your way to the Serengeti National Park. Arrive in time for an afternoon game drive in the endless plains, home to lions, cheetahs, hyenas, giraffes, hippos, and much more. Depending on the season, you may also witness the Great Migration.
Accommodation: Tanzania Bush Camps (family tents available)
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 3: Full Day Serengeti Game Drive
Spend a full day exploring the Serengeti. After an early breakfast, head out for a morning game drive when animals are most active. You’ll have the chance to see predators on the hunt and large herds grazing. A picnic lunch will be served in the bush before continuing your adventure in the afternoon. Kids will enjoy spotting giraffes, hippos, and zebras roaming across the plains.
Optional: Hot Air Balloon Safari for a breathtaking aerial view of the Serengeti.
Accommodation: Tanzania Bush Camps
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 4: Serengeti – Ngorongoro Conservation Area
After breakfast, enjoy a final morning game drive in Serengeti before heading to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Stop at a Maasai village along the way for a cultural experience where your family can learn about the Maasai way of life. Arrive at your lodge near the crater rim in the evening, with a chance to enjoy the stunning views.
Accommodation: Ngorongoro Wild Camp
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 5: Ngorongoro Crater – Arusha (Departure)
After an early breakfast, descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for a half-day game drive. This UNESCO World Heritage Site is one of the best places in Africa to see wildlife up close, including the endangered black rhino. Your family will also spot lions, elephants, flamingos, and more in the lush crater floor. After your game drive, you’ll drive back to Arusha, arriving in the afternoon.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
✅ Inclusions
Airport pick-up and drop-off
Park entry fees (Tarangire, Serengeti, Ngorongoro)
Accommodation as per itinerary (lodges/camps)
Full board meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
Professional English-speaking safari driver/guide
4x4 safari vehicle with a pop-up roof for game viewing
Bottled drinking water during safari
Game drives as per itinerary
Government taxes and levies
❌ Exclusions
International flights
Visa fees
Travel insurance
Personal expenses (laundry, tips, souvenirs, drinks at lodges/camps)
Optional activities (balloon safari, cultural visits, etc.)
Extra accommodation before or after the safari (can be arranged on request)
