Family

6-Day Family Safari Adventure

The Family Safari Adventure is a 6-day private safari in Tanzania covering Tarangire National Park, Ngorongoro Crater and Lake Manyara National Park. Prices start from $1,950 per person for two or more sharing, with family-friendly lodges and rooms.

From

$1,950 pp

Length

6 days

Route

Tarangire › Ngorongoro › Lake Manyara

Stay

Family-friendly lodges and rooms

Best time

Year-round; itinerary adjusted for children’s ages

Your route, day by day

Follow the route across Tanzania.

A family-first safari with manageable travel days, engaging wildlife encounters and room to slow down, learn and enjoy time together.

Start: TarangireReal map of Tanzania

1Day 1

Arrive in Arusha

Meet your family safari guide, settle in and enjoy a relaxed briefing about wildlife, safety and what to expect.

Arusha
2Day 2

Tarangire wildlife day

Search for elephants, giraffes, zebras and birds on a flexible game drive with breaks as needed.

Tarangire
3Day 3

Tarangire to the highlands

Enjoy a morning drive and travel towards Karatu, stopping for scenery and refreshments.

Tarangire
4Day 4

Ngorongoro Crater

Descend into the crater for a memorable wildlife day, with a packed lunch and time for questions along the way.

Ngorongoro
5Day 5

Lake Manyara and local discovery

Explore forest and lake habitats, or add a suitable cultural activity depending on children’s ages and interests.

Lake Manyara
6Day 6

Return to Arusha

Enjoy breakfast and a relaxed transfer back to Arusha or the airport.

Arusha

Know before you go

What you’ll find in Tarangire, Ngorongoro and Lake Manyara.

3.85°S, 36.00°E

Tarangire National Park

Elephant country: ancient baobabs, a permanent river and some of the largest elephant herds in northern Tanzania.

Wildlife & sights: Elephant herds, giraffes, zebras, buffalo, lions, leopards and more than 500 bird species.
Best time: The dry season from June to October concentrates animals along the Tarangire River; the green season is quieter and lush.
Guide tip: It is the easiest first park from Arusha, so it works well as an opening day.

Explore Tarangire

3.17°S, 35.58°E

Ngorongoro Crater

A collapsed volcano about 19 km across whose floor holds grassland, a soda lake and forest, a UNESCO World Heritage Site where wildlife is easy to find.

Wildlife & sights: Black rhino (with luck), lions, buffalo, elephants, hippos, flamingos and large bull elephants.
Best time: Year-round. Dry months from June to October give the clearest roads; the green season brings fewer vehicles and newborn animals.
Guide tip: Go down early. The crater is busiest mid-morning and animals are most active at first light.

Explore Ngorongoro

3.60°S, 35.80°E

Lake Manyara National Park

A narrow park squeezed between the Rift Valley escarpment and an alkaline lake, with groundwater forest, hippo pools and birdlife.

Wildlife & sights: Tree-climbing lions (sometimes), baboons, blue monkeys, hippos, giraffes and flamingos when the lake level suits.
Best time: Year-round; birdlife peaks in the wetter months and the forest is shaded and cool on hot days.
Guide tip: Short on time? It makes a gentle half-day game drive with an easy route back to Arusha.

Highlights of this 6-day trip

Private vehicle for flexible stops and breaks
Shorter drives where routing allows
Family-friendly lodge options
Wildlife tracking and nature learning
Cultural experiences selected with care
Room configurations checked before booking

Your trip is planned by our Arusha-based team, who drive these roads every week. Dates, pace, lodges and extras can all be changed before you confirm, and your written quote lists every park fee and inclusion.

Starting price per person

$1,950

USD, two or more sharing, standard season. Final price depends on dates, group size and accommodation.

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Questions about this trip

How much does the Family Safari Adventure cost?

It starts from $1,950 per person for 6 days with two or more travellers sharing. The final price depends on your dates, group size and the accommodation you choose, and is confirmed in a written quote.

What is the best time to do the Family Safari Adventure?

Year-round; itinerary adjusted for children’s ages. The dry season from June to October concentrates animals along the Tarangire River; the green season is quieter and lush.

How many days do I need for Tarangire and Ngorongoro?

This itinerary uses 6 days, which is enough to cover 3 key places without rushing the longest drives. Extra nights can be added at any stop.

Is this trip private?

Yes. You travel in your own 4x4 with a dedicated guide, so you set the pace for photography and rest. Group-departure options are available on request.

What will I see in Tarangire?

Elephant country: ancient baobabs, a permanent river and some of the largest elephant herds in northern Tanzania. Look for: Elephant herds, giraffes, zebras, buffalo, lions, leopards and more than 500 bird species.

What will I see in Ngorongoro?

A collapsed volcano about 19 km across whose floor holds grassland, a soda lake and forest, a UNESCO World Heritage Site where wildlife is easy to find. Look for: Black rhino (with luck), lions, buffalo, elephants, hippos, flamingos and large bull elephants.