Fascinating 8-Day Tanzania Family Safari From Arusha
Highlights
Arusha, Tarangire National Park, Lake Manyara, Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Conservation Area
Locations Covered
Arusha, Tarangire National Park, Lake Manyara, Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Conservation Area
nature, cultural, Wildlife
Group Tour
8 Days
Medium
English, French, German, Spanish
Languages
English, French, German, Spanish
Description
Experience Tanzania Family Safari Vacations the ultimate family safari adventure in Tanzania.This 8-day journey takes you through some of East Africa’s most iconic national parks and cultural wonders. Start in Tarangire National Park, where ancient baobab trees and abundant wildlife await. Next explore the diverse landscapes of Lake Manyara National Park and its tree-climbing lions. Then, venture into the world-famous Serengeti, where you’ll witness the Great Migration and thrilling big cat sightings. Your safari continues to the Ngorongoro Crater, a natural wonder teeming with diverse wildlife. An enriching cultural stop at Lake Eyasi offers insights into the traditions of the Hadzabe and Datoga tribes.
Itinerary
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Day 1: Arrival in Arusha
- Your Tanzania Family Safari Vacations adventure begins in Arusha, a vibrant city at the foothills of Mount Meru.
- Arrival in Arusha, where a knowledgeable guide will welcome you.
- Transfer to comfortable accommodation for the night.
- Spend the evening relaxing and preparing for the exciting days ahead.
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Day 2: Tarangire National Park
- Begin the Perfect Family Getaway Tour to Tanzania Itinerary after breakfast at the Hotel.
- Depart early to Tarangire National Park around 8:30 am.
- Explore Tarangire National Park, the third largest park in Tanzania.
- Encounter the remarkably large herds of elephants characteristic of the park.
- Observe the iconic Baobab trees, another highlight of Tarangire.
- Experience the Tarangire River, which flows all year round and is vital to the park's ecosystem.
- Enjoy excellent game viewing opportunities as many animals gather around the river.
Dinner and Overnight stay at Lodge.
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Day 3: Lake Manyara National Park
- Following breakfast, embark on your Family Safari in Lake Manyara National Park.
- Journey to Lake Manyara National Park after breakfast.
- Explore Lake Manyara National Park, known for its dramatic location at the foot of the Great Rift Valley Western escarpment.
- Discover the park's impressive features, including a massive but shallow soda lake covering two-thirds of the park.
- Encounter a diverse array of wildlife attracted to the varied habitat, including one of Africa's largest concentrations of Elephants.
- Look out for the famous Tree-climbing lions that Manyara is renowned for.
- Witness large flocks of flamingos drawn to the lake by the algae.
Enjoy dinner and spend the night at Kitela Safari Lodge.
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Day 4: Manyara National Park to Serengeti National Park
- Depart after breakfast for Serengeti National Park.
- Journey through the scenic high lying farmland of Karatu.
- Pass through the Ngorongoro Conservation Area en route to Serengeti National Park.
- Experience the beauty of the landscape as you leave the highlands behind.
- Descend into the Serengeti National Park, the heart of wild Africa, famous for its endless plains.
Enjoy dinner and spend the night at the Lodge.
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Day 5: Family Safari Serengeti National Park
- Following breakfast, embark on a game viewing safari at Serengeti National Park.
- Explore the vast Serengeti, Tanzania's largest National Park, covering nearly 6,000 square miles of diverse landscapes.
- Discover grassland plains, savannah, kopjes, hills, woodlands, and riverine forest systems.
- Experience critical water sources which serve as excellent sites for wildlife viewing.
- Witness the renowned migration of wildebeest and zebra, a highlight of the Serengeti.
- Encounter the park's big predators, including cheetahs and leopards, as well as large prides of lions and clans of hyenas.
- Have the opportunity to see the big five animals.
Enjoy dinner and spend the night at the Lodge.
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Day 6: Serengeti to Ngorongoro Crater
- Begin the day with an early morning classic wildlife game drive.
- Enjoy a packed breakfast during the game drive.
- Have lunch at a picnic area during the late drive. Continue the family vacation journey to Ngorongoro Crater, with en-route game viewing.
- Experience a grand Family Safari, observing wildlife along the way from Serengeti National Park to Ngorongoro Crater.
- Arrive at Ngorongoro Crater late in the evening.
- Spend the night on the crater rim.
Dinner and overnight stay at the Lodge.
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Day 7: Ngorongoro to Karatu
- Depart after breakfast for the descent into the Ngorongoro Crater for a 5-6 hours game drive.
- Enjoy game viewing within the crater, where you can observe the Big 5 animals.
- Spend 5-6 hours exploring the diverse wildlife, including buffalo, giraffe, zebra, and many more species.
- Marvel at the stunning backdrop of the Great Rift Wall while observing the wildlife.
Dinner and overnight stay at the lodge.
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Day 8: Lake Eyasi Hadzabe to Arusha – Airport
- The tour begins around 5 am and heads to Lake Eyasi to go hunting with the Hadzabe Bushmen, one of the last hunter-gatherer societies in the world, for Unforgettable Family Safaris in Tanzania.
- Participate in a morning hunt with the Hadzabe Bushmen.
- Visit the Datoga tribe, skilled craftsmen, and blacksmiths, for an amazing cultural experience.
- After the cultural activities, transfer back to Arusha – Airport for your next flight home.
- This concludes the tour.
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Cancellation Policy
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For cancellations upto 2 days before the tour -
Refund of 80% of the tour price.