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This family activity holiday in Tanzania takes you right off the beaten track to see the real Africa, with wildlife safaris, bush walks, canoe trips and plenty of learning opportunities.

  • Spot incredible animals in the wild
  • Follow a nature trail in Saadani
  • Dine on the salt flats under the stars
  • Stay on the exotic spice island of Zanzibar
  • Search for hippos and crocodiles on a boat trip

After arriving at Dar es Salaam, head to Saadani National Park to explore the bush, nestled beside white sand beaches. Then, venture deep into the incredible Selous Game Reserve, the largest in Africa and full of wildlife.

Learn about their elephant collaring project and other conservation work, enjoy a relaxing canoe ride, and search for lions, zebras and wild dogs as well as a walking safari to look for animal tracks and smaller wildlife.

Finally, a short flight takes you to the beautiful spice island of Zanzibar, where you can explore the winding streets of Stone Town. You may extend the trip with a few extra days on Zanzibar and enjoy its quiet beaches with beautiful views of the Indian Ocean.

Typical Itinerary

  1. Day 1: Depart UK

    Depart the UK on an overnight flight to Dar es Salaam.

  2. Day 2: Arrive Dar es Salaam

    Arrive in Dar es Salaam and transfer to nearby hotel. 

  3. Day 3: Transfer to Saadani National Park

    Saadani National Park's unique location provides the opportunity for birdlife and wildlife viewing, alongside fabulous white-sand beaches. There is a variety of activities on offer, such as learning bush skills, tracking wildlife or making a fire with a park ranger. In the afternoon, learn how to set a camera trap.

  4. Day 4: Boat safari

    Take a boat safari down the Wami River to look for hippos and crocodiles, then game drive back, returning to camp at dusk. Tonight you will have dinner on the salt flats under the stars.

  5. Day 5: Walking safari

    Head out on a walking safari on the salt flats and look for animal prints and smaller flora and fauna. Later, collect your camera traps and check for any pictures and videos.

  6. Day 6: Village visit & conservation project

    Visit a nearby village as well as a local home and have the chance to meet some of the fishermen who live and work in the village. This afternoon visit the wildlife research centre to learn about the elephant and lion collaring and some of the camp's conservation work.

  7. Day 7: Head to Selous

    Transfer by road to your lodge in Selous where you'll stay in stone cabins with amazing views and a natural spring water pool. In the evening, climb into a tree house overlooking the watering hole to see elephant, buffalo and zebra come to drink.

  8. Day 8: Walking safari and afternoon at leisure

    This morning, you encounter the bush around your accommodation in Selous through quiet observations and tracking with an expert guide, followed by an afternoon at leisure, or you can choose to head out for an afternoon game drive.

  9. Day 9: Wildlife viewing & boat trip

    Set off on a full day's game drive, including a boat trip on Lake Tagalala, looking out for hippo, crocodiles and colourful birdlife.

  10. Day 10: Fly to Zanzibar; free time to explore

    Take a short flight to Zanzibar and transfer to your hotel in Stone Town. The rest of the day is free for you to relax or explore your surroundings.

  11. Day 11: Morning free & depart Zanzibar

    The day is at leisure until a late afternoon transfer to Zanzibar Airport for your international flights home.

  12. Day 12: Arrive UK

  13. Days 11-13 : OPTIONAL EXTENSION: Zanzibar

    You can extend this family holiday with an extra few days in Zanzibar, where the whole family can unwind at our hand-picked hotel set on a tranquil beach. Enjoy activities such as sea kayaking and snorkelling. Contact us to find out more.

Duration and Guide Prices

Excluding international flights 10 days from £3,695 per adult, £2,195 per child
Including flights from/to UK 12 days from £5,095 per adult, £3,395 per child
Child prices are dependent on age - contact us for details. Flight prices are a guideline only and are subject to change.
  • Age Guide: 10+
  • Itinerary Type: Small Group Holiday Tailor-made can be arranged

When To Go

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  • Summer
  • Xmas

What’s Included

All prices are per person and include:
  • Activities

    • Boat trip
    • Canoeing
    • Nature walk
    • Safari
    • Wildlife watching
  • Accommodation

    Fixed camp x 4 nights, stone cottage x 3 nights & hotel x 2 nights
  • Meals

    9 breakfasts, 8 lunches & 7 dinners

Tailored for You

A private departure or tailor-made holiday can also be arranged to suit your requirements. Contact our experts today.

Next Steps

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Departures

Choose your preferred departure date from the 3 options below, then make a no obligation booking request, or enquire if you would like to ask us a question.

Our small group holidays require a minimum number of participants to operate. Most of our holidays are also available on a private basis or can be tailored to meet your requirements.

Itinerary Dates Prices Per Person From (Exc. Flights)
Year Starts Ends Adult price, excluding flights, from Child price, excluding flights, from Holiday Status Options
* Guaranteed: this holiday is available to book and has reached a minimum number of participants, so is guaranteed to run. ** On Request: we may be able to offer places on this holiday, please contact us for further information. *** Fully Booked: if your preferred holiday is full we may be able to offer you a private departure or tailor a holiday to suit your requirements, please contact us for more details.
2024 28 Jul 6 Aug £3,695 £2,295 Available Book or Enquire
2024 11 Aug 20 Aug £3,695 £2,295 Available Book or Enquire
2024 22 Dec 31 Dec £3,595 £2,195 Available Book or Enquire

If you can’t see the holiday or departure date that you are looking for please contact us. We may be in the process of finalising further departures and are often able to tailor a holiday for you according to your own requirements.