IAI African Wild AdventureArusha · Tanzania
Tanzania Family Safari

9 days · Private departure

Tanzania Family Safari

Paced for kids and built for multi-generational groups

Duration
9 days · 8 nights
Group size
Private departure — 1 to 7 travellers
Accommodation
Mid-range lodges or luxury tented camps
Best time
Year-round; June – October is driest and busiest
Starts in
Arusha / Kilimanjaro Airport
From
From USD 2,990 per person

Trip overview

A nine-day family safari that keeps driving days short, lodges family-friendly (pools, interconnecting rooms, kid-friendly menus), and every park reachable in comfort. It covers the full Northern Circuit — Tarangire, Lake Manyara, Ngorongoro and the Serengeti — with a Maasai village visit, a school or market stop, and a nature walk built in. Private vehicle throughout so you set the pace, the snacks and the naps.

Highlights

  • Private family vehicle with flexible daily pace
  • Family lodges with pools and interconnecting rooms
  • Maasai village visit and kid-friendly cultural stops
  • Short driving days between parks
  • Ideal for children 5+ and multi-generational groups

Day-by-day itinerary

  1. 1

    Day 1 · Arrive Arusha

    Airport pick-up, relaxed evening and a full trip briefing with your family guide.

  2. 2

    Day 2 · Arusha → Tarangire

    Game drive among elephants and baobabs; family-friendly lodge with a pool.

  3. 3

    Day 3 · Tarangire

    A gentler day with a walking safari and a Maasai village visit.

  4. 4

    Day 4 · Tarangire → Lake Manyara

    Tree-climbing lions, flamingos and the canopy treetop walkway.

  5. 5

    Day 5 · Manyara → Ngorongoro

    Up to the crater highlands; school or market stop in Mto wa Mbu.

  6. 6

    Day 6 · Ngorongoro Crater

    Dawn descent for a Big Five day on the caldera floor; overnight in Karatu.

  7. 7

    Day 7 · Karatu → Serengeti

    Olduvai Gorge museum stop, then afternoon game drive in the Seronera Valley.

  8. 8

    Day 8 · Full day Serengeti

    Sunrise to sunset on the plains; optional balloon flight for older kids.

  9. 9

    Day 9 · Serengeti → Arusha

    Final game drive, then a bush flight or scenic drive back to Arusha for your onward connection.

What is included

  • Private 4x4 Land Cruiser with pop-up roof and guaranteed window seat
  • Professional English-speaking driver-guide (wildlife certified)
  • All park, crater and conservation fees plus government taxes
  • Accommodation and all meals as listed in the itinerary
  • Unlimited bottled drinking water in the vehicle
  • Airport or hotel pick-up and drop-off in Arusha, Moshi or JRO
  • Flying-doctor emergency evacuation cover while on safari

What is not included

  • International flights and Tanzania visa (USD 50 – 100 on arrival)
  • Travel and medical insurance (compulsory)
  • Alcoholic drinks, laundry and personal shopping
  • Tips for your guide, cook and camp crew
  • Optional extras such as balloon safaris or night game drives

Questions about this trip

How far in advance should I book?

For June to October and the December holidays we recommend 6 – 9 months ahead, because the best camps sell out. Outside those windows 2 – 3 months is usually enough, and we can often arrange a trip at two weeks' notice.

How do I pay and is a deposit required?

A 30% deposit confirms your dates and accommodation, with the balance due 30 days before arrival. We accept bank transfer, credit card and secure payment links, all in US dollars.

Is this trip suitable for families and children?

Yes. Private vehicles mean we set the pace, and we choose family-friendly lodges with pools and interconnecting rooms. For children under six we suggest shorter driving days and parks close to Arusha.

What vaccinations and health precautions do I need?

Yellow fever certification is required if you arrive from an endemic country, and anti-malarial prophylaxis is strongly advised. Speak to a travel clinic 6 – 8 weeks before departure.

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