Family Safari Trip Tanzania
Our Family Safari Trip in Tanzania is designed for comfort, discovery, and bonding. Starting in Arusha, the journey takes you through Tarangire National Park, home to giant elephants and baobabs, and into the endless plains of the Serengeti, where thrilling game drives reveal lions, giraffes, zebras, and wildebeest.
A highlight is the Ngorongoro Crater, one of the world’s most remarkable natural wonders, where wildlife thrives in a breathtaking setting. With private vehicles tailored to your group size, expert guides, and family-friendly lodges and camps, every day is safe, enriching, and exciting.
The adventure ends in Zanzibar, offering the perfect mix of safari and seaside relaxation for the whole family.
Make your dream trip come true with Hey Safaris
At Hey Safaris, you can customize your trip. Our sample itineraries are adjustable to your preferences. Our specialists work together with you to create your dream journey!
DAY 1
Arrival day
Today, you arrive directly at Kilimanjaro International Airport (time and flight information to be confirmed) and will be transferred to your pre-safari lodge in Arusha.
Approximate driving time: 1-2 hours to Arusha
Meals included: Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner
Extra activities or add-ons included: Airport transfer
African Tulip Hotel
Mid-range Lodge
DAY 2
Tarangire National Park
Proceed to Tarangire National Park for a game drive. Later, drive to Karatu for overnight stay.
Approximate driving time: 2-3 hours to Tarangire/ 1.5-2 hours to Karatu
Game drive included: Late morning (time permitting), afternoon.
Meals included: Breakfast, picnic lunch
Extra activities or add-ons excluded: Walking safari, night game drive
Commonly seen animals: Elephant, Giraffe, Buffalo, Zebra, Wildebeest, Lion, Warthog, Impala, Waterbuck, Ostrich, Dik-dik, Vervet Monkey, Baboon, Yellow-billed Stork, Lesser Kudu.
Occasionally seen animals: Leopard, Hyena, Jackal, Python, Mongoose, Reedbuck, Hartebeest, Marabou Stork, Lovebird, Greater Kudu.
Rarely seen animals: Cheetah, African Wild Dog, Eland, Bat-eared Fox, Honey Badger, Caracal, Aardwolf.
Pembeni Rhotia Camp
DAY 3
Serengeti National Park (via the Ngorongoro Conservation Area)
Proceed to Serengeti National Park for a game drive.
Approximate driving time: 3-4 hours to Serengeti
Game drive included: En-route (Ngorongoro Highlands), afternoon (Serengeti)
Meals included: Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner
Extra activities or add-ons excluded: Maasai village cultural visit, Olduvai Gorge Museum visit
Commonly seen animals: Elephant, Buffalo, Zebra, Wildebeest, Giraffe, Lion, Hyena, Warthog, Impala, Grant’s Gazelle, Topi, Eland, Baboon, Vervet Monkey, Thomson’s Gazelle.
Occasionally seen animals: Cheetah, Leopard, Hippopotamus, Crocodile, Jackal, Hartebeest, Waterbuck, Ostrich, Secretary Bird, Kori Bustard, Bat-eared Fox, Klipspringer, Bushbuck.
Rarely seen animals: Black Rhino, African Wild Dog, Serval, Caracal, Pangolin, Aardwolf, Roan Antelope, Lesser Kudu, Striped Hyena.
Embalakai Serengeti Camp
Mid-range eco-tented camp
DAY 4
Serengeti National Park (full day)
A full day game drive in Serengeti National Park.
Approximate driving time: 0 hours to Central Serengeti
Game drive included: Morning, afternoon
Meals included: Breakfast, picnic lunch or hot lunch, dinner
Extra activities or add-ons excluded: Hot air balloon safari, Hot bush lunch
Commonly seen animals: Elephant, Buffalo, Zebra, Wildebeest, Giraffe, Lion, Hyena, Warthog, Impala, Grant’s Gazelle, Topi, Eland, Baboon, Vervet Monkey, Thomson’s Gazelle.
Occasionally seen animals: Cheetah, Leopard, Hippopotamus, Crocodile, Jackal, Hartebeest, Waterbuck, Ostrich, Secretary Bird, Kori Bustard, Bat-eared Fox, Klipspringer, Bushbuck.
Rarely seen animals: Black Rhino, African Wild Dog, Serval, Caracal, Pangolin, Aardwolf, Roan Antelope, Lesser Kudu, Striped Hyena.
Embalakai Serengeti Camp
Mid-range eco-tented camp
DAY 5
Serengeti Natioanal Park to Ngorongoro Conservation Area
Spend half day in Serengeti National Park, later drive to Ngorongoro Conservation Area for overnight stay.
Approximate driving time: 0 hours to Serengeti /2-3 hours to Ngorongoro
Game drive included: Morning, enroute (afternoon)
Meals included: Breakfast, picnic lunch, dinner
Extra activities or add-ons excluded: Olduvai Gorge Museum entry fees, Maasai village cultural visit,
Commonly seen animals: Elephant, Hippo, Buffalo, Zebra, Wildebeest, Lion, Hyena, Jackal, Vulture, Warthog, Impala, Flamingo, Ostrich, Waterbuck.
Occasionally seen animals: Black Rhino, Cheetah, Dik-Dik.
Rarely seen animals: Leopard, Caracal, Serval.
Embalakai Ngorongoro Camp
Mid- range Eco tented camp
DAY 6
Ngorongoro Crater (Ngorongoro Conservation Area)
You start early and descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for your game drive. Later, drive to your lodge for your overnight stay.
Approximate driving time: 0.5-1 hour to crater / 1 hour to overnight location.
Game drive included: Morning, early afternoon (time permitting)
Meals included: Breakfast, picnic lunch
Extra activities or add-ons excluded: Maasai village cultural visit
Commonly seen animals: Elephant, Hippo, Buffalo, Zebra, Wildebeest, Lion, Hyena, Jackal, Vulture, Warthog, Impala, Flamingo, Ostrich, Waterbuck.
Occasionally seen animals: Black Rhino, Cheetah, Dik-Dik.
Rarely seen animals: Leopard, Caracal, Serval.
Pembeni Rhotia Camp
DAY 7
Departure day
Drive to Arusha Airport (Auric Air @13:30hrs, latest check-in @12:30hrs) to catch your flight to Zanzibar(14:35hrs). End of our services.
Approximate driving time: 3-3.5 hours to the Airport
Meals included: Included
Extra activities or add-ons included: Flight to Zanzibar
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. The package can be tailored to add extra days, activities (like walking safaris or cultural tours), or upgraded lodges to suit your family’s preferences.
Yes. The itinerary is family friendly, with reasonable driving times, flexible game drives, and comfortable lodges/tented camps. Activities can also be customized to match your family’s pace and interests.
You’ll travel in a specially modified 4×4 Land Cruiser with pop-up roof, charging ports, luggage space, and enough room for comfort. Each vehicle is private to your group.
This safari balances wildlife adventure with manageable travel times, handpicked accommodations, and the option to add child – friendly activities like cultural village visits.
Yes. Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and child-friendly meals can be arranged with advance notice.
