Tanzania Family Safari
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Experience Overview
Discover the best of Tanzania in just seven days on this incredible family adventure. Visit Maasai villages and set out across the vast plains of the Serengeti in search of lions and elephants. Travel through some of East Africa’s most iconic landscapes in custom-built 4WD safari vehicles, tracking iconic wildlife on thrilling game drives in the Ngorongoro Crater and Serengeti National Park. Along the way, share stories with local communities and learn traditional cooking techniques alongside local women as you uncover a side of Tanzania that goes beyond the traditional safari experience.
Highlights
- Meet some Maasai Mamas (the name for women artisans in Tanzania) and learn about their village life, including how to prepare a local Swahili dish.
- Explore the floor of the Ngorongoro Crater by safari vehicle for a chance to see the endangered black rhinoceros. Then, take in the views from the edge of this active volcano.
- Spot roaring lions, African elephants and magnificent zebra on multiple drives through the famous Serengeti National Park.
- Visit a local village in Mto Wa Mbu to learn about their culture and way of life, then sit down to a traditional meal.
- Travel in open-top 4WD safari jeeps and stay in accommodation that’s carefully selected for families, balancing comfort with an immersive safari experience – the kids will love falling asleep to the sounds of the savannah.
Trip Details
Product Code: 3125
Tour Type: Small Group
Accommodation: Basic
Transport: Overland vehicle, 4x4 Safari Vehicle
Guide Language: English
Travel Styles:
Family, Budget
Tour Operator:
Intrepid Travel
Supplier Code: YGFA
Starts: Arusha, Tanzania, United Republic Of
Finishes: Arusha, Tanzania, United Republic Of
Duration: 7 days
Departures: Not Guaranteed
Physical Rating:
Light
Includes
Meals: Breakfasts (6), Lunch (5), Dinner (3)Accommodation: Hotel (2 nights), Lodge (2 night), Permanent tented safari camp (2 nights)
Price
Price per person: (Double Occupancy) CAD $3380 ($483 /day)
Itinerary
Karibu! Welcome to Tanzania. Your adventure begins in Arusha – your gateway to the incredible national parks of Tanzania. If you arrive early, maybe visit the Natural History Museum or head to the Ngaramtoni Market to shop for handicrafts. Join your fellow families for a 5 pm welcome meeting at your hotel, then if you like, head out to dinner to kick off the exciting adventure ahead.
Accommodation:
- Masailand Safari & Lodge (or similar) (Number of Nights: 1)
Today, you and your family will start the day with some local Mamas (the name for female artisans in Tanzania). Learn to prepare traditional Tanzanian dishes, learn a few simple words in Swahili, and enjoy the fruits of your labour for breakfast. After, head to Rhotia and enjoy a free afternoon. If you’re up for more adventure, you can visit a Hadzabe community near Lake Eyasi – this area has been their home for more than 10,000 years and is one of the few places in Africa where traditional tribal life continues without modern influence. Learn how this community still lives the hunter-gatherer lifestyle and how they use locally made poisons and camouflage. Maybe even join in on daily activities, like gathering food and dancing. You’ll also learn about their unique ‘click’ language, believed to be one of the oldest languages still in use.
Included Activities:
- Kisongo - Cooking class, crafts & village walk
Accommodation:
- Ngorongoro Lodge & campsite (or similar) (Number of Nights: 1)
Today, you’ll explore the iconic Ngorongoro – a gigantic volcanic crater home to some 30,000 animals including endangered black rhinos, lions, leopards, elephants, impalas, zebras and hippos. The crater floor offers excellent wildlife viewing all year round and is a perfect photo opportunity. This morning, you’ll set off in your open-top 4WD safari vehicles and head into the crater itself for a couple hours where the kids (and adults!) can enjoy spotting the animals. After lots of excitement and a break for lunch, it’s off to the Serengeti.
Included Activities:
- Ngorongoro Crater - Morning 4x4 Jeep Game Drive
Accommodation:
- Shuhudia Adventure Camp (or similar) (Number of Nights: 1)
Start the day with an early-morning safari drive, when the wildlife is at its most active. As you explore the vast plains, keep an eye out for lions, elephants, cheetahs and other favourites straight out of The Lion King. After your safari, return to camp for a leisurely brunch and spend the hottest part of the day relaxing, just as the animals do. In the late afternoon, head back into the park for another drive as the sun begins to set, offering another chance to spot wildlife before returning to camp for dinner. For an unforgettable family experience, you may choose to take the family on a sunrise hot air balloon safari. If pre-booked, you'll be collected before dawn and driven to the launch site, where you'll receive a safety briefing before taking to the skies. As the sun rises, drift silently above the savannah, sometimes floating at treetop level and other times soaring high above the plains for breathtaking views of the landscape and the wildlife below. After landing, enjoy a five-star bush breakfast before returning to camp.
Included Activities:
- Serengeti National Park - Afternoon 4x4 Game Drive
- Serengeti National Park - Morning 4x4 Game Drive
Optional Activities:
- Serengeti National Park - Balloon Safari (from price) (600 USD)
Accommodation:
- Shuhudia Adventure Camp (or similar) (Number of Nights: 1)
Set out on another safari drive this morning through Serengeti National Park before returning to Karatu in the afternoon. It’s the final chance to be on the lookout for any wildlife you haven’t seen yet and capture some potentially treasured family photos. Back at camp in the afternoon, maybe kick back and relax at the lodge swimming pool. Later, join your group a dinner of local African cuisine in the family-friendly restaurant.
Included Activities:
- Serengeti National Park - Morning 4x4 Game Drive
Accommodation:
- Ngorongoro Lodge & campsite (or similar) (Number of Nights: 1)
After breakfast, take a short drive to Mto Wa Mbu. When you arrive, join the local community for a guided afternoon stroll around the farming areas, milling machine and local homes. Learn about their culture and way of life, then sit down to a traditional meal. Continue to Arusha in the afternoon, where you’ll have some free time when you arrive.
Included Activities:
- Mto wa Mbu - Village walk and lunch
Accommodation:
- Masailand Safari & Lodge (or similar) (Number of Nights: 1)
Your trip finishes today after breakfast and there are no further activities planned. If you’re able to spend longer in Arusha, you can arrange another activity or two ahead of time with your leader. Maybe visit a local coffee farm to learn about Tanzania’s coffee production process and taste some freshly prepared coffee with the local community. Or paddle on Lake Duluti with an experienced guide, watching out for aquatic birds and lizards. If you’re hoping to spot more freely roaming wildlife, maybe head out on an Arusha National Park walking safari in the shadow of Mt Meru.
Optional Activities:
- Arusha - Arusha NP walking safari (105 USD)
- Arusha - Coffee Farm tour (30 USD)
- Arusha - Lake Duluti canoe (40 USD)
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Tour Operator
Intrepid Travel
Intrepid Travel is a global adventure travel company, dedicated to providing sustainable, experience-rich travel opportunities. They’ve been the leader in ethical, small-group travel since 1989 - taking people around the world for more than 30 years. They’re the world’s largest travel B Corporation - dedicated to being the best travel company for the world. In 2002, they established The Intrepid Foundation so their travellers could make a lasting impact on the communities they had visited. Although Intrepid Travel absorbs all administrative costs of The Intrepid Foundation, they are separate legal entities, allowing The Intrepid Foundation to grow independently. Intrepid Travel is made up of a collection of tour operator brands and 28 destination management companies all united by one vision: To change the way we all see the world.
In Business Since 1989
Reviews
Adam - Traveled, September 2023
Fantastic family safari!!!
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 09/29/2023
Frank - Traveled, September 2023
Great and well organised trip to see some of the most amazing and unforgettable wildlife and scenery. Highly recommended for all ages.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 09/28/2023
Sarah - Traveled, July 2023
Fun and economical way to take the kids of safari - great to benefit from local guides in a responsible way. My fifth intrepid trip - first with my kids. I suspect there will be more…
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 08/04/2023
Ollie - Traveled, July 2023
Amazing guide (Cornelius) who made an engaging itinerary in a spectacular setting (Tanzania) infinitely better which has helped me to experience the best holiday of my life
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 08/04/2023
Barbara - Traveled, July 2023
I would recommend booking one week of safari with kids. The two-week agenda is too long for kids, in my opinion. The one-week trip is quite fulfilling and gives kids the opportunity to see a lot of wildlife.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 08/04/2023
Ollie - Traveled, July 2023
Amazing guide (Cornelius) who made an engaging itinerary in a spectacular setting (Tanzania) infinitely better which has helped me to experience the best holiday of my life
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 08/04/2023
Charlotte - Traveled, July 2023
Lovely short trip for families, a lot of travelling with may not be appropriate for younger families. The experience of animals however is well worth it and my daughter enjoyed every second
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 07/29/2023
Rikke - Traveled, July 2023
This trip was totally amazing and I cannot recommend it highly enough. It is slightly basic as is stated but we loved the camping, and the food was excellent. Zack, Godfrey and Charles, our guide, driver and chef respectively were amazing and did everything to make our holiday great in a very relaxed way; they created a real team spirit. Tanzania and its people are......I have no words to describe how they affected me and of course seeing the animals in real life is an outstanding experience. The Intrepid trip notes were not comprehensive enough, but having done one trip with them now, I would not hesitate to book with them again as their 'on the ground' organisation is obviously excellent which is what matters most.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 08/27/2023
Anna - Traveled, July 2023
The trip was absolutely breathtaking and absolutely exceeded my expectations. As a 16 year old, the family trip was the perfect choice and I couldn’t have asked for more. The crew was extremely approachable and friendly and I enjoyed every single day. Because of the family trip, I also got to meet other teenagers, and it was really fun to socialise. I couldn’t recommend the trip more, as it really is a once in a lifetime experience.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 07/15/2023
Julieann - Traveled, June 2023
Our trip was truly a trip of a family trip of a lifetime. We felt supported and safe the whole way through. We will book with Intrepid again
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 07/02/2023
Chris - Traveled, June 2023
This was the most amazing trip for our family of five. We couldn’t be happier with the agenda, the accommodations, and the beautiful scenery. All of the crew that helped us through this week were absolutely wonderful, and if we could be back here next week we would! We will miss you all.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 07/01/2023
Olivia - Traveled, August 2022
A trip of a lifetime with excellent, engaging and fun crew. Perfect for families. We experienced so many animal encounters (lion hunting, baby cheetah next to the truck feeding, elefants crossing in front of truck, etc.) and learnt a lot about African tribes and their way of living. The early morning starts were totally worth it. Absolutely loved it.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 08/12/2022
Bryan - Traveled, August 2022
Our trip was more than I could hope for. We saw so many different wild life, cultures and tasted new foods. Most important was our crew whom made our Safari the best experience. Thank you all.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 08/13/2022
liz - Traveled, July 2022
Jambo...wow what an absolutely amazing trip .We have learned and seen so much .We became a team of 7 with our family of four and Gilbert our leader,Sam our unbelievable driver and Emmanuel our cook.We enjoyed the amazing views in Serangeti and the inclusiveness of preparing food with Emmanuel .A trip that we would highly recommend and never forget.Perfect in every way!
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 07/24/2022
liz - Traveled, July 2022
Wow.This trip was amazing for our family.Full of information,individual activities which we loved ....Village walks, cooking with locals.The truck was perfect for space and for viewing wildlife . A team of 7....4 of us and our leader Gilbert,driver Sam and Emmamuel our cook.An experience we will never forget!!
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 07/23/2022
Matt - Traveled, July 2022
Incredible trip with so much to learn. Could not fault any part of it and cannot wait to return to Africa.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 07/23/2022
Stewart - Traveled, July 2022
Wow, what a company. Intrepid have the perfect blend for showing you Africa with great local guides.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 07/23/2022
Emma - Traveled, July 2022
A trip of a lifetime and the tour made it 10x better. Full of enthusiasm from morning until evening as well as extending your knowledge of the place of travel. Fully recommend.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 07/23/2022
Elizabeth - Traveled, July 2022
Jambo...wow what an absolutely amazing trip .We have learned and seen so much .We became a team of 7 with our family of four and Gilbert our leader,Sam our unbelievable driver and Emmanuel our cook.We enjoyed the amazing views in Serangeti and the inclusiveness of preparing food with Emmanuel .A trip that we would highly recommend and never forget.Perfect in every way!
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 07/24/2022
Scott - Traveled, June 2022
Are trip to the Sarengetti and Ngorongoro was awesome. Accomodations very nice and guide Stephen was awesome. Plan on returning.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 07/02/2022
