Discover Tanzania’s spectacular wildlife and landscapes on a family safari from West Kilimanjaro to Tarangire, Ngorongoro and the Serengeti, with cultural experiences and plenty of unforgettable wildlife encounters along the way.
- Explore the Ngorongoro Crater
- Discover the vast Serengeti plains
- Spot elephants in Tarangire National Park
- Meet local Masai communities
- Try traditional bush skills
- Fly over Tanzania by light aircraft
From learning to read animal tracks and trying traditional bush skills to spotting elephants, giraffe and big cats on private game drives, this safari has plenty to keep young explorers engaged. Travel from West Kilimanjaro through Tarangire and the Ngorongoro Highlands to the Serengeti, with two nights to make the most of the park. Finish with a scenic light aircraft flight back to Kilimanjaro before your flight home.
Typical Itinerary
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Day 1: Arrive in Kilimanjaro & Transfer to West Kilimanjaro
You're met at Kilimanjaro Airport and transferred to your accommodation in West Kilimanjaro. Settle into your tent and enjoy your first night in Tanzania.
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Day 2: Discover West Kilimanjaro & Meet Local Masai Communities
Spend the day exploring the West Kilimanjaro area, with opportunities to meet local Masai communities and discover more about traditional ways of life. Depending on local conditions and arrangements, activities may include a guided nature walk or cultural visit. There's also the opportunity for a game drive, giving you a first taste of Tanzania’s wildlife.
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Day 3: Travel to Tarangire National Park & Relax by the Pool
After breakfast, drive towards Lake Burunge, near Tarangire National Park, with a picnic lunch along the way. The journey takes around 4–5 hours, depending on stops and road conditions. On arrival, settle into your accommodation and enjoy some time to swim, relax and take in the surroundings.
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Day 4: Enjoy a Full-day Game Drive in Tarangire National Park
Head out on a full-day game drive in Tarangire National Park, with a picnic lunch along the way. The park is particularly known for its large herds of elephants, distinctive baobab trees and excellent birdlife. Keep watch for giraffe, zebra, wildebeest, buffalo and other wildlife, while lions and other predators are also found here.
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Day 5: Travel to the Ngorongoro Highlands & Discover Coffee-Growing Country
Leave Tarangire behind and drive to the Ngorongoro Highlands. Depending on timings, there may be an opportunity for a short local activity or community visit. Later, take a gentle walk through a coffee plantation to learn how coffee is grown and processed.
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Day 6: Explore the Ngorongoro Crater Before Continuing to the Serengeti
Make an early start and descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for a half-day game drive, with a picnic lunch. Look for zebra, wildebeest, buffalo, hippo, elephant and lion as you explore this remarkable wildlife-filled landscape. Afterwards, continue into the Serengeti, arriving at your tented camp in time to settle in and enjoy your first evening in the park.
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Day 7: Spend a Full Day Exploring the Serengeti
Set off after breakfast for a full day exploring the Serengeti by 4x4. Look for elephants, giraffe, zebra, wildebeest, buffalo and big cats as you explore the vast grasslands and scattered acacia trees. Your driver-guide will help you spot wildlife and understand what you’re seeing, from animal tracks and smaller creatures to larger herds and predators.
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Day 8: Enjoy a Final Morning in the Serengeti Before Flying to Kilimanjaro
Wake to the sounds of the African bush before an early morning game drive. Return to camp for breakfast and some time to relax, with the opportunity to try traditional bush skills such as making fire, identifying animal tracks and using a bow and arrow. Later, transfer to a local airstrip and fly to Kilimanjaro. On arrival, transfer to a lodge, where you have a day room to relax and freshen up before your evening flight home.
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Day 9: Arrive UK
Please note: If you’d like to add some beach time to your safari, we can arrange an extension to Zanzibar, flying directly from the Serengeti to the island. Relax on Zanzibar’s white-sand beaches and enjoy its crystal-clear waters before your journey home. Please enquire for more information.
Duration and Guide Prices
- Age Guide: 10+
- Itinerary Type: Tailor-made Holiday
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Dates & Prices
Our trip ideas are flexible and can be offered during the date ranges below, on a date of your choice. To book, make a no obligation booking request with your preferred departure date or enquire to find out more.
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| Year | From | To | Duration | Adult price, excluding flights, from | Child price, excluding flights, from | Duration | Adult price, including flights, from | Child price, including flights, from | Options |
| 2027 | 1 Jun | 30 Jun | 10 days | £4,695 | £1,695 | 12 days | £5,795 | £2,495 | Book or Enquire |
| 2027 | 1 Jul | 31 Aug | 10 days | £4,695 | £1,695 | 12 days | £5,795 | £2,495 | Book or Enquire |
| 2027 | 1 Jul | 31 Aug | 8 days | £3,995 | £1,795 | 9 days | £4,995 | £2,695 | Book or Enquire |
| 2027 | 1 Oct | 31 Oct | 10 days | £4,795 | £1,795 | 12 days | £5,895 | £2,595 | Book or Enquire |
| 2027 | 1 Oct | 31 Oct | 8 days | £3,995 | £1,795 | 9 days | £4,995 | £2,695 | Book or Enquire |
For alternative dates, 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.
Kindly note that we prepare our prices several months ahead of travel dates, and our flight-inclusive prices are provided as a general indication, based upon flight costs at the time of publication. Your quotation may vary, based upon the prices of flights (and the availability) at the time of your enquiry.
