Pack lightweight clothing in neutral colors, a warm jacket for early mornings and evenings, comfortable walking shoes, a hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, insect repellent, binoculars, a camera, and any personal medications.

5-day best family wildlife safari in Tanzania

Q: Is this safari suitable for families with children?

Yes. This safari is designed for families and is suitable for children of all ages. The itinerary offers a comfortable pace, family-friendly accommodations, and exciting wildlife experiences for everyone.

Q: What animals are we likely to see?

You can expect to see elephants, lions, leopards, buffaloes, rhinos, giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, cheetahs, hyenas, hippos, crocodiles, antelopes, and hundreds of bird species. Wildlife sightings vary by season.

Q: What type of vehicle will we use?

You'll travel in a private 4×4 Toyota Land Cruiser with a pop-up roof, comfortable seating, charging ports, and large windows for excellent wildlife viewing and photography.

Q: Are park entrance fees included?

Yes. All national park entrance fees, concession fees, and the Ngorongoro Crater service fee are included in the safari price.

Overview

Discover the beauty of Northern Tanzania on this 5-Day Family Wildlife Safari, an unforgettable journey through Tarangire National Park, Serengeti National Park, and the spectacular Ngorongoro Crater. Designed for families, this safari combines exciting wildlife encounters with comfortable accommodations and a relaxed pace suitable for travelers of all ages.

Travel in a private 4×4 safari vehicle with a professional guide as you search for the Big Five, large elephant herds, lions, giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, cheetahs, and hundreds of bird species. Enjoy scenic landscapes, picnic lunches in the wilderness, and memorable game drives before returning to cozy lodges and tented camps each evening. Whether you're celebrating a family holiday or introducing your children to Africa's incredible wildlife, this safari promises an authentic and unforgettable Tanzanian adventure.

Itinerary

Day 01 :

Arusha – Tarangire National Park

Your family safari begins with a morning pick-up from your hotel in Arusha, followed by a scenic drive to Tarangire National Park. Known for its majestic baobab trees and large elephant herds, Tarangire offers excellent wildlife viewing throughout the year.

Enjoy a game drive as you search for elephants, lions, giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, buffaloes, impalas, warthogs, and a variety of colorful bird species. A picnic lunch will be served inside the park before continuing your afternoon safari.

Later, drive to your lodge for dinner and a relaxing overnight stay.

Accommodation: Tarangire Sopa Lodge

Meals: Lunch & Dinner

Day 02 :

Tarangire – Serengeti National Park

After breakfast, depart for the world-famous Serengeti National Park, passing through the scenic Ngorongoro Highlands along the way. As you enter the Serengeti, your game drive begins immediately across the endless plains that are home to an incredible variety of wildlife.

Look out for lions, elephants, giraffes, cheetahs, leopards, zebras, wildebeests, hyenas, and numerous antelope species. Depending on the season, you may also witness the spectacular Great Migration.

Arrive at your luxury camp in the evening to relax and enjoy dinner.

Accommodation: Kirawira Serena CampMeals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 03 :

Full-Day Serengeti National Park

Spend the entire day exploring the breathtaking landscapes of the Serengeti with morning and afternoon game drives. This full-day safari offers plenty of opportunities to observe wildlife in their natural habitat and discover different areas of the park.

Watch predators such as lions, leopards, and cheetahs, and encounter elephants, buffaloes, giraffes, hippos, crocodiles, and countless plains game. Your guide will take you to the best wildlife-viewing locations based on recent animal movements.

Enjoy a picnic lunch in the bush before continuing your adventure until late afternoon.

Return to camp for dinner and another peaceful night surrounded by the sounds of the African wilderness.

Accommodation: Kirawira Serena Camp

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 04 :

Serengeti – Ngorongoro Conservation Area

After breakfast, enjoy a final morning game drive in the Serengeti before beginning your journey toward the Ngorongoro Conservation Area.

Along the way, continue spotting wildlife while taking in the spectacular scenery of the Serengeti plains and the Ngorongoro Highlands. Stop for a picnic lunch before proceeding to the conservation area.

Arrive at your lodge in the afternoon, where you can relax and enjoy the beautiful gardens and peaceful surroundings before dinner.

Accommodation: Gibbs Farm

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 05 :

Ngorongoro Crater – Arusha / Departure

Following an early breakfast, descend 600 meters into the spectacular Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of Africa's finest wildlife destinations.

Enjoy a half-day game drive across the crater floor, where you may encounter the Big Five, including the endangered black rhino, as well as lions, elephants, buffaloes, hippos, zebras, wildebeests, hyenas, flamingos, and many other species.

After a picnic lunch near the hippo pool, ascend the crater and drive back to Arusha. Upon arrival, you will be transferred to your hotel or Kilimanjaro International Airport for your onward flight, marking the end of your unforgettable family safari.

Meals: Breakfast & Picnic Lunch

Included & Excluded

• Private 4×4 safari vehicle with a pop-up roof for optimal game viewing
• Professional safari guide
• Airport pick-up and drop-off (where applicable)
• 4 nights' accommodation as per the itinerary
• All meals as specified in the itinerary
• Bottled drinking water throughout the safari
• All national park and conservation area entrance fees
• Ngorongoro Crater service fee
• Unlimited game drives as outlined in the itinerary
• Government taxes, VAT, and tourism levies
• AMREF Flying Doctors emergency evacuation cover

• International and domestic flights
• Tanzania visa fees
• Travel and medical insurance
• Alcoholic beverages and soft drinks
• Personal expenses (laundry, souvenirs, telephone calls, etc.)
• Optional activities not mentioned in the itinerary
• Tips and gratuities for the safari guide and lodge staff
• Accommodation before or after the safari unless stated
• Any items of a personal nature
• Expenses arising from flight delays, cancellations, or other unforeseen circumstances beyond our control
• Balloon safari( extra cost)