Safari Overview
The most complete family safari on the Northern Circuit — Tarangire, Lake Manyara (tree-climbing lions and flamingos!), three nights in the Serengeti, and two days around Ngorongoro including a full crater descent and a relaxed highlands day. Built for families who want depth without rushing: pool afternoons, shorter morning drives when needed, and a Maasai village visit the kids will never forget.
Every park is reached from Arusha on the classic northern route.
Detailed Itinerary
Arrival Day
Welcome at JRO, transfer to lodge, family safari briefing and dinner. Your guide plans a smooth day with breaks, time for photos, and flexibility based on weather and your preferences. Overnight at Arusha Planet Lodge. Tip: move slowly, drink water regularly, and tell your guide early if you feel headache, nausea, or unusual fatigue.
Tarangire National Park
Full day in elephant country with bush lunch and pool time at the lodge. Your guide plans a smooth day with breaks, time for photos, and flexibility based on weather and your preferences. Overnight at Marera Valley Lodge. Tip: move slowly, drink water regularly, and tell your guide early if you feel headache, nausea, or unusual fatigue.
Lake Manyara National Park
Compact park perfect for families — baboons, flamingos, elephants, and tree-climbing lions. Your guide plans a smooth day with breaks, time for photos, and flexibility based on weather and your preferences. Overnight at Marera Valley Lodge. Tip: move slowly, drink water regularly, and tell your guide early if you feel headache, nausea, or unusual fatigue.
Karatu — Central Serengeti
Scenic drive into the Serengeti with game viewing en route. Afternoon plains drive — lions, cheetahs, and herds. Your guide plans a smooth day with breaks, time for photos, and flexibility based on weather and your preferences. Overnight at Serengeti family camp. Tip: move slowly, drink water regularly, and tell your guide early if you feel headache, nausea, or unusual fatigue.
Serengeti — Full Day
Flexible game day — predators, herds, and picnic lunch on the plains. Your guide plans a smooth day with breaks, time for photos, and flexibility based on weather and your preferences. Overnight at Serengeti family camp. Tip: move slowly, drink water regularly, and tell your guide early if you feel headache, nausea, or unusual fatigue.
Serengeti — Second Full Day
Another full day to explore kopjes, woodlands, and migration herds (seasonal). Your guide plans a smooth day with breaks, time for photos, and flexibility based on weather and your preferences. Overnight at Serengeti family camp. Tip: move slowly, drink water regularly, and tell your guide early if you feel headache, nausea, or unusual fatigue.
Serengeti — Ngorongoro Highlands
Morning drive, then scenic transfer to the crater highlands. Your guide plans a smooth day with breaks, time for photos, and flexibility based on weather and your preferences. Overnight at Ngorongoro Farm House. Tip: move slowly, drink water regularly, and tell your guide early if you feel headache, nausea, or unusual fatigue.
Ngorongoro Crater
Full-day crater safari — the best single day for Big Five with children. Your guide plans a smooth day with breaks, time for photos, and flexibility based on weather and your preferences. Overnight at Karatu lodge. Tip: move slowly, drink water regularly, and tell your guide early if you feel headache, nausea, or unusual fatigue.
Maasai Land
Full-day Maasai Land visit near Karatu — traditional welcome, beadwork, and cultural activities the children will remember. Your guide plans a smooth day with breaks, time for photos, and flexibility based on weather and your preferences. Overnight at Karatu lodge. Tip: move slowly, drink water regularly, and tell your guide early if you feel headache, nausea, or unusual fatigue.
Farewell
Transfer to JRO or Arusha Airport. Safari certificates for the children on request. Your guide plans a smooth day with breaks, time for photos, and flexibility based on weather and your preferences. Tip: move slowly, drink water regularly, and tell your guide early if you feel headache, nausea, or unusual fatigue.
Inclusions & Exclusions
- Private family 4×4
- Dedicated family guide
- All park and conservation fees
- Family lodges and tented camp
- All meals on safari
- Maasai village visit
- Bottled water
- Airport transfers
- International flights
- Visa and insurance
- Tips
- Optional balloon safari
- Drinks other than water
Requirements
Sun protection and insect repellent
Warm layers for mornings
Camera and binoculars
Valid passport and visa for all travellers
