6 Day Family Tanzania Safari
6 Days / 5 Nights | Arusha, Tarangire, Karatu, Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater, Arusha
4x4 safari vehicle wildlife viewing
Elephant country and baobab landscapes in Tarangire
Classic Serengeti predator sightings
Serengeti plains wildlife and open landscapes
Family Safari
6 Day Family Tanzania Safari
A private family safari with child-friendly pacing, shorter transfer days where possible, and lodges selected around comfort and safety.
6 Days / 5 Nights
$2,600 per person
Family Safari
Best for
Families who want strong wildlife without rushing children through long daily transfers.
Pace
Child-friendly private pace
Flexibility
Private vehicle timing, lodge choice, and rest stops can be adjusted around the family.
Traveler type
Parents, children, multi-generation families, and private groups
Route Snapshot
Accommodation and Price Options
Gold
$3,900
Mid-range comfort
Comfortable lodges or tented camps with stronger amenities and a smoother stay.
Silver
$2,600
Budget comfort
Simple camps or lodges chosen for value, location, and practical access to the route.
Platinum
$6,400
Premium comfort
Higher-end lodges or camps with stronger locations, service, and room standards.
Highlights
Vehicle and Guide
Safari trips use a 4x4 Land Cruiser with pop-up roof where applicable, supported by an English-speaking guide who manages route timing, park entries, and wildlife viewing decisions.
- Window-seat focused safari setup
- Daily route timing based on wildlife and road conditions
- Cooler box and drinking water as confirmed in the quote
Before You Book
Final availability depends on start date, room category, park rules, and group confirmation for shared safaris. Earlier planning gives better lodge choice and smoother transfers.
- Confirm arrival airport and first night location
- Share group size, ages, and comfort level
- Add Zanzibar, day trips, or hotel nights where needed
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Day 1
Arrival in Arusha
Meet the team, rest after arrival, and review the family safari rhythm with your guide.
Meals: As confirmed
Day 2
Tarangire National Park
Start with Tarangire, a strong park for elephants and manageable game-drive pacing for children.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Day 3
Karatu and cultural time
Use a lighter day for transfer, rest, a village walk, coffee experience, or lodge time depending on family energy.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Day 4
Serengeti National Park
Travel into Serengeti for afternoon wildlife viewing and open-plains scenery.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Day 5
Serengeti to Ngorongoro
Enjoy a morning Serengeti game drive, then continue toward Ngorongoro with rest stops planned around the family.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Day 6
Ngorongoro Crater and return
Descend into Ngorongoro Crater for a final wildlife day before returning to Arusha.
Meals: Breakfast and lunch
Included
- Private 4x4 Land Cruiser with pop-up roof
- Professional English-speaking safari guide
- Accommodation based on selected comfort level
- Park entry fees and crater service fees where listed
- Meals during safari as described in the itinerary
- Drinking water during game drives
- Route planning support before arrival
- 18% VAT on tour fees and services
Not Included
- International and domestic flights
- Travel and medical insurance
- Visa fees
- Airport transfers or city hotels unless confirmed
- Premium activities such as balloon safari
- Personal items and drinks not listed
- Tips for guide, lodge staff, and support team
- Tips for safari guide and chef
- Soda and alcoholic beverages
- Optional activities such as balloon safari and Maasai village visit
Best Time and Seasonal Notes
June to October
Dry season with easier wildlife visibility and busier lodge demand.
December to March
Excellent northern safari period, including calving season routes where relevant.
April to May
Green season with fewer vehicles, value opportunities, and wetter road conditions.
Helpful next reads
Use the planning library to sharpen your route
Package FAQs
Plan This Trip
Family pricing depends on ages, room sharing, season, and lodge family-room availability.
Destinations
- Tarangire National Park
- Serengeti National Park
- Ngorongoro Crater
Recommended for
Parents, children, multi-generation families, and private groups
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