9-Day Tanzania Family Explorer Safari

Tarangire • Lake Manyara • Ngorongoro Crater • Serengeti • Scenic Flight to Arusha

Day 1 Day 2 Day 3 Day 4 Day 5 Day 6 Day 7 Day 8 Day 9

Safari Overview

Discover the very best of Northern Tanzania on this unforgettable 9-day family safari. Carefully designed for families, this adventure combines thrilling wildlife encounters, beautiful landscapes, comfortable accommodations, and a relaxed pace that allows both children and adults to fully enjoy the journey. From watching elephant herds beneath ancient baobab trees in Tarangire to exploring the endless plains of the Serengeti and descending into the spectacular Ngorongoro Crater, every day offers exciting opportunities to create lifelong family memories.

Arusha
Tarangire
Ngorongoro Crater
Serengeti
Scenic Flight to Arusha

Day 1 – Arrival in Arusha

Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO), your family will be warmly welcomed by our safari team and transferred to your lodge in Arusha. Spend the remainder of the day relaxing and preparing for the exciting adventure ahead. Dinner and overnight in Arusha.

Accommodation:
  • Arusha Coffee Lodge
  • Luxury rooms
  • Swimming pool

Day 2 – Tarangire National Park Family Safari

After breakfast, depart for Tarangire National Park, famous for its giant baobab trees and large elephant populations. Enjoy a full-day game drive while searching for elephants, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, buffalo, and various bird species. Children will enjoy learning about wildlife from your experienced guide while taking in the beautiful scenery. Dinner and overnight near Tarangire or Karatu.

Accommodation:
  • Tarangire Safari Lodge
  • Tented camp
  • River views

The Endless Serengeti

Golden plains filled with wildlife.

Day 3 – Lake Manyara National Park Adventure

Today you will explore the beautiful Lake Manyara National Park, known for its lush groundwater forests, scenic lake views, and diverse wildlife. Keep an eye out for elephants, monkeys, hippos, flamingos, and the park’s famous tree-climbing lions. The park’s compact size makes it ideal for families seeking excellent wildlife viewing without long drives. Dinner and overnight in Karatu.

Accommodation:
  • Serengeti Safari Camp
  • Luxury tents
  • Campfire dinners

Day 4 – Ngorongoro Crater Family Safari

After an early breakfast, descend into the magnificent Ngorongoro Crater for one of Africa’s most remarkable wildlife experiences. The crater offers exceptional opportunities to see lions, elephants, zebras, buffalo, hippos, hyenas, and the endangered black rhino. After an unforgettable day of wildlife viewing, return to your lodge for relaxation. Dinner and overnight in Karatu.

Accommodation:
  • Arusha Coffee Lodge
  • Luxury rooms
  • Swimming pool

Day 5 – Journey to Serengeti National Park

After breakfast, travel through the Ngorongoro Highlands and continue into the world-famous Serengeti National Park. Enjoy wildlife viewing along the way as you enter the endless plains that have made Serengeti one of Africa’s most celebrated safari destinations. Dinner and overnight in Serengeti.

Accommodation:
  • Tarangire Safari Lodge
  • Tented camp
  • River views

The Endless Serengeti

Golden plains filled with wildlife.

Day 6 – Full-Day Serengeti Family Adventure

Spend the day exploring the Serengeti’s vast landscapes and abundant wildlife. Your family will enjoy morning and afternoon game drives while searching for lions, leopards, cheetahs, elephants, giraffes, and large herds of wildebeest and zebras. Dinner and overnight in Serengeti.

Accommodation:
  • Arusha Coffee Lodge
  • Luxury rooms
  • Swimming pool

Day 7 – Another Full Day in Serengeti

A second full day in Serengeti allows your family to explore different wildlife areas and enjoy even more unforgettable encounters. Every game drive offers something new, making this one of the highlights of the safari. Dinner and overnight in Serengeti.

Accommodation:
  • Arusha Coffee Lodge
  • Luxury rooms
  • Swimming pool

Day 8 – Relaxed Serengeti Exploration

Enjoy a final day in the Serengeti at a relaxed pace. Take part in a morning game drive, enjoy time at the lodge, and capture those last family photos surrounded by Africa’s incredible wilderness. Dinner and overnight in Serengeti.

Accommodation:
  • Arusha Coffee Lodge
  • Luxury rooms
  • Swimming pool

Day 9 – Scenic Flight to Arusha & Departure

After breakfast, transfer to the airstrip for your scenic flight back to Arusha. Enjoy breathtaking aerial views of the Serengeti, Ngorongoro Highlands, and the Great Rift Valley before landing in Arusha. Upon arrival, transfer to Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) for your departure flight. Your family safari concludes with unforgettable memories of Tanzania’s wildlife, landscapes, and shared adventures.

Accommodation:
  • Arusha Coffee Lodge
  • Luxury rooms
  • Swimming pool

Expert Guides

Professional safari guides with deep wildlife knowledge.

Luxury Camps

Comfortable lodges and tented camps in beautiful locations.

Private Safaris

Enjoy flexible and personalized safari experiences.

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