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8-Day Tanzania Family Safari with Serengeti and Hadzabe Experience

8 Days Round trip from Arusha Moderate pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 See remarkably large herds of elephants and iconic baobab trees in Tarangire National Park
  • 02 Look out for Lake Manyara's famous tree-climbing lions and flocks of flamingos
  • 03 Explore the vast Serengeti and witness the renowned wildebeest and zebra migration
  • 04 Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for game viewing among the Big 5
  • 05 Visit Lake Eyasi for a cultural experience with the Hadzabe Bushmen and Datoga tribe

Experience the ultimate family safari adventure in Tanzania on this 8-day journey through some of East Africa's most iconic national parks and cultural wonders. Explore Tarangire National Park with its ancient baobab trees and abundant wildlife, discover Lake Manyara National Park and its famous tree-climbing lions, and venture into the world-famous Serengeti for the Great Migration and thrilling big cat sightings. Continue to the Ngorongoro Crater, a natural wonder teeming with diverse wildlife, and round off the trip with an enriching cultural visit to Lake Eyasi to learn about the traditions of the Hadzabe and Datoga tribes.

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.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 8 Days
Tour type Shared
Activity level Moderate
Accommodation Included · Standard
Transport Included
Cities Arusha, Mount Meru, Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Lake Manyara, Tarangire National Park, Lake Eyasi
Languages English, French, German, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Arrival in Arusha

  • Your Tanzania Family Safari Vacations adventure begins in Arusha, a vibrant city at the foothills of Mount Meru.
  • Upon arrival in Arusha, a knowledgeable guide will welcome you.
  • Transfer to comfortable accommodation for the night.
  • Spend the evening relaxing and preparing for the exciting days ahead.
2
Day 02

Tarangire National Park Safari

  • Begin the Perfect Family Getaway Tour to Tanzania itinerary after breakfast at the hotel.
  • Depart early for Tarangire National Park at around 8:30 am.
  • Explore Tarangire National Park, the third-largest park in Tanzania.
  • Encounter the remarkably large herds of elephants that are 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 the lodge.

3
Day 03

Lake Manyara National Park Exploration

  • 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.

4
Day 04

From Manyara 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 Serengeti National Park, the heart of wild Africa, famous for its endless plains.

Enjoy dinner and spend the night at the lodge.

5
Day 05

Family Safari in Serengeti National Park

  • Following breakfast, embark on a game-viewing safari in 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 that 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.

6
Day 06

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, then 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.

7
Day 07

Ngorongoro Crater Game Drive to Karatu

  • Depart after breakfast for the descent into the Ngorongoro Crater for a 5-6 hour 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.

8
Day 08

Lake Eyasi Hadzabe Experience and Return 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.
Tarangire National Park with baobab trees, Lake Manyara National Park with tree-climbing lions and flamingos, Serengeti National Park wildebeest and zebra migration, Ngorongoro Crater wildlife basin

Where this trip takes you

Tarangire National Park with baobab trees, Lake Manyara National Park with tree-climbing lions and flamingos, Serengeti National Park wildebeest and zebra migration, Ngorongoro Crater wildlife basin

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Arusha 7 cities · 8 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Private 4x4 jeep equipped with a refrigerator, portable charging stations, and a pop-up roof
  • Overnight stays in hotel/lodge areas
  • All park entrance fees
  • Professional English-speaking safari guide and chef
  • Meals according to the itinerary
  • Mineral water on all days
  • All mentioned activities
  • All government taxes
  • 18% VAT
  • Government increase entry fees 2023/2024
  • Ngorongoro Crater services
  • Lake Eyasi safari
  • Unlimited game drives
  • Airport pick-up and drop-off

What's Not Included

  • International flights (from/to home)
  • Personal items (souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
  • Tips for the tour guide
  • Internal flights

What to bring

  • Clothes
  • A warm sweater, as the nights can be chilly at high altitudes
  • Comfortable shoes

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Kilimanjaro Airport Road, Tanzania
Tour start
Arusha, Tanzania
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 8 days finish where they began, in Arusha.

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