Overview
Discover Tanzania’s top wildlife destinations on this exciting 5-day family safari. Perfect for travelers of all ages, this journey combines adventure, comfort, and breathtaking scenery.
Begin in Tarangire National Park, famous for its big elephant herds and towering baobab trees. Continue to the Serengeti, where endless plains and incredible wildlife— including big cats and the Great Migration (seasonal)—create unforgettable game-viewing moments.
Explore the spectacular Ngorongoro Crater, one of the best places in Africa to spot the Big Five in a single day. Finish at Lake Manyara National Park, home to tree-climbing lions, flamingos, and diverse landscapes along the Great Rift Valley.
With family-friendly lodges and expert guides, this safari offers a safe, fun, and memorable African adventure for everyone.
Itinerary
5 Days Tanzania Family Safari
Day 1: Arusha → Tarangire National Park
Your 5-day Tanzania Family Safari starts with an early morning pickup from Arusha, followed by a scenic drive to Tarangire National Park—a great introduction to Tanzania’s wildlife. Known for its enormous elephant herds and towering baobab trees, Tarangire offers an unforgettable first day of adventure for families.
Spend the day on a full-game drive, exploring diverse habitats including river valleys, open plains, and lush swamps. Keep an eye out for giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, lions, and an impressive variety of birdlife, with more than 500 species recorded in the park.
As the sun sets, continue to your family-friendly lodge for a relaxing evening. Enjoy dinner, unwind, and soak in the peaceful atmosphere of the African wilderness.
Main Destination: Tarangire National Park
Accommodation: Fanaka Safari Lodge / Bougainvillea Safari Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Included
Day 2: Tarangire → Serengeti National Park
After a refreshing breakfast, continue your adventure toward the legendary Serengeti National Park, a vast wilderness famous for its rolling golden plains and rich wildlife. The journey takes you through scenic highlands and past sweeping vistas that offer perfect family photo moments.
Upon entering the Serengeti, enjoy an exciting afternoon game drive. Keep your eyes open for lions lounging in the grass, speedy cheetahs, grazing elephants, towering giraffes, and—if you’re traveling during migration season—the dramatic movement of thousands of wildebeest and zebras. It’s a thrilling experience for kids and adults alike.
As evening approaches, head to your comfortable tented camp or lodge. Enjoy a warm dinner and settle into the magical atmosphere of the Serengeti night.
Main Destination: Serengeti National Park
Accommodation: Tanzania Bush Camp / Serengeti Tortilis Camp / Thorn Tree Camps
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Included
Day 3: Serengeti National Park → Ngorongoro Conservation Area
Begin the day with a final morning game drive across the Serengeti’s vast plains, giving your family one more chance to spot lions, elephants, and other incredible wildlife in the golden morning light. After lunch, depart for the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, driving through beautiful landscapes and wildlife-rich corridors.
On the way, you may opt for a meaningful stop at a Maasai village, where you can learn about traditional customs, culture, and daily life—an engaging experience for both kids and adults.
By late afternoon, arrive at your lodge or campsite near the crater rim. Enjoy dinner and relax as you prepare for an unforgettable crater exploration the next day.
Main Destination: Ngorongoro Conservation Area
Accommodation: Simba Campsite / Rhino Lodge / Nyati Lodge / Ngorongoro Tortilis
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Included
Day 4: Ngorongoro Crater Safari
Today you’ll descend 600 meters into the Ngorongoro Crater for a game drive in one of the most unique wildlife areas on Earth. This UNESCO World Heritage Site is home to the Big Five—lions, elephants, leopards, buffaloes, and rhinos—along with countless zebras, gazelles, hippos, and flamingos.
The crater’s lush landscapes and abundant wildlife offer incredible photo opportunities, making it a favorite stop for families. In the afternoon, return to your lodge for a relaxing evening.
Main Destination: Ngorongoro Crater
Accommodation: Fanaka Safari Lodge / Bougainvillea Safari Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner included
Day 5: Lake Manyara National Park → Arusha
On your final day, visit Lake Manyara National Park, famous for its tree-climbing lions, flocks of flamingos, and lush groundwater forests. The park is also home to elephants, hippos, baboons, and many other species, making it an excellent spot for birdwatching and photography.
After a morning game drive and picnic lunch, you’ll travel back to Arusha for drop-off at your hotel or the airport, bringing your Tanzania family safari to a memorable close.
Main Destination: Lake Manyara National Park
Accommodation: Not applicable (return to Arusha)
Meals: Breakfast and Lunch included
Climbing cost
Included
- Accommodation in Arusha on arrival day.
- Accommodation in Arusha after safari.
- All entry fees in national parks as per itinerary
- 3 meals a day while on Safari
- All Accommodations in lodges on safari
- Entry and transit fees in Ngorongoro
- Ngorongoro Crater fee
- First aid kit
- Service of an English speaking driver-guide
- Transport in 4x4 Land Cruiser with pop-up roof
- Driver's Salary and allowances
- Park fees for vehicle and driver
- Game drives as per the Itinerary
- Enough bottled water the whole safari
- Government taxes
Excluded
- Flights
- Extras at the lodges
- Tips
- Extra activities (like a balloon ride $600 per person)
- And all not listed above