8 days · Family safari
8-Day Family Safari Adventure
- Length
- 8 days, 7 nights
- Group size
- 2–8 guests
- Style
- Family safari
- Stays
- Mid-range lodges
- Pace
- Easy
- Price
- On request
Overview
About this safari
Create unforgettable family memories on this kid-friendly Tanzania safari. Designed for families with children ages 5+, this adventure features shorter drives, family-friendly lodges with swimming pools, and special activities that keep young explorers engaged.
A Tanzania safari is one of the greatest gifts you can give your children - witnessing wildlife in the wild creates memories that last a lifetime and instills a love for nature and conservation.
Our family safari is specifically designed for traveling with children. We've selected lodges with family rooms, swimming pools, and kid-friendly dining. Game drives are timed to avoid the hottest part of the day and keep children's attention spans in mind. We include special activities like junior ranger programs, animal tracking lessons, and visits to local schools.
Your guide is experienced with families and knows how to make wildlife exciting for kids of all ages. They'll teach children to identify animal tracks, spot camouflaged predators, and understand the complex relationships of the African ecosystem. By the end of the trip, your kids will know more about African wildlife than most adults!
Highlights
- Family-friendly lodges with pools
- Shorter game drives suited to children
- Junior ranger program and certificates
- Maasai village visit and cultural exchange
- Educational activities throughout
- Child-friendly meal options
- Flexible itinerary for family needs
- Max 2-3 hours between stops
Where you'll go
8 days
Day by day
| Day | Plan | Stay | Meals |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Welcome to Tanzania - Safari HQ | Lodge | – |
| 2 | Arusha to Tarangire - Elephant Kingdom | Lodge | – |
| 3 | Tarangire - Animal Tracking 101 | Lodge | – |
| 4 | Tarangire to Serengeti - The Big Drive | Lodge | – |
| 5 | Serengeti - Lion King Country | Lodge | – |
| 6 | Serengeti to Ngorongoro - Journey to the Crater | Lodge | – |
| 7 | Ngorongoro Crater - The Lost World | Lodge | – |
| 8 | Departure - Safari Champions | – | – |
- Day01
Welcome to Tanzania - Safari HQ
Your family adventure begins in Arusha, the safari capital of Tanzania. Kids receive their Junior Ranger backpack with binoculars, wildlife checklist, and activity book. After settling in, take an optional visit to a local coffee farm where children can see how chocolate (cacao) is grown!
Stay: Lodge
- Day02
Arusha to Tarangire - Elephant Kingdom
Short drive to Tarangire National Park, known for having the highest elephant concentration in Tanzania. Kids love watching baby elephants play and splash in the river. The giant baobab trees look like something from a storybook. Our lodge has a swimming pool overlooking a waterhole where animals come to drink!
Stay: Lodge
- Day03
Tarangire - Animal Tracking 101
A full day learning about animals. Morning game drive focuses on finding different species on the Junior Ranger checklist. After lunch and pool time, join a guided nature walk where kids learn to identify animal tracks, dung (yes, kids love this!), and signs that animals leave behind.
Stay: Lodge
- Day04
Tarangire to Serengeti - The Big Drive
Today we journey to the legendary Serengeti. The drive is long but broken up with stops including a Maasai village visit where children can meet local kids, see inside a traditional home, and learn about Maasai culture. We enter the Serengeti in the afternoon for our first game drive.
Stay: Lodge
- Day05
Serengeti - Lion King Country
The Serengeti is like stepping into the Lion King! Full day of game drives with picnic lunch in the bush. We'll look for lions, cheetahs, and the huge herds of wildebeest and zebra. Children love the kopjes (rock islands) where lions rest - just like Pride Rock!
Stay: Lodge
- Day06
Serengeti to Ngorongoro - Journey to the Crater
Morning game drive then we head to Ngorongoro, driving across the Serengeti and through the Conservation Area. We stop at the crater rim for incredible views - kids can hardly believe what they're seeing. The lodge sits right on the edge with a heated pool.
Stay: Lodge
- Day07
Ngorongoro Crater - The Lost World
Descend into the crater - it feels like entering a lost world! The crater floor is packed with animals - hippos, elephants, lions, and the endangered black rhino. We'll have a picnic lunch by the hippo pool. Kids receive their Junior Ranger certificates tonight at a special celebration dinner.
Stay: Lodge
- Day08
Departure - Safari Champions
After breakfast, we drive back to Arusha with a stop at a local market where kids can pick out souvenirs. Transfer to Kilimanjaro Airport for your onward journey. Your children leave Tanzania as Safari Champions, with memories that will inspire them for life.
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What the price covers
Included
- Private family vehicle
- Child car seats on request
- Family-friendly accommodation
- Full board meals (kids menus available)
- All park fees (children rates apply)
- Junior ranger activity pack
- Maasai village visit
- All transfers
Not included
- International flights
- Tanzania visa
- Travel insurance
- Tips and gratuities
- Personal expenses
- Extra activities
When to go
The months we recommend for this trip are marked. It runs at other times too; ask and we'll tell you what to expect.
- Jan (recommended)
- Feb (recommended)
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun (recommended)
- Jul (recommended)
- Aug (recommended)
- Sep (recommended)
- Oct (recommended)
- Nov
- Dec (recommended)
Questions about this safari
What age is appropriate for a Tanzania safari?
Children 5 years and older do well on our family safaris. We recommend this specific itinerary for ages 5+ as it features shorter drives, lodges with pools, and engaging activities designed for young explorers.
Are safaris safe for children?
Yes, safaris are very safe for children when properly organized. Our family safaris include appropriate lodges, experienced guides trained with children, and activities suitable for all ages. Children stay in the vehicle during game drives.
What kid-friendly activities are included?
Children receive Junior Ranger backpacks with binoculars and wildlife checklists. Activities include animal tracking lessons, Maasai village visits where kids meet local children, nature walks, and swimming pool time between game drives.
Do lodges have family rooms?
Yes, all lodges on this safari have family rooms or interconnecting suites. They also feature swimming pools, child-friendly menus, and early dinner options for young travelers.
How long are the game drives with children?
We limit game drives to 3-4 hours maximum and include plenty of breaks. Morning and afternoon drives are timed to avoid the hottest part of the day, leaving midday free for pool time and rest.
Guest reviews
What our guests say
★★★★★
“Traveling with kids ages 8 and 11, we were nervous about a safari. Bald Eagle created a family-friendly itinerary that kept everyone engaged. The kids are still talking about the baby elephants in Tarangire!”
The Anderson Family · USA · December 2024 ★★★★★
“The combination of safari and Zanzibar beach was perfect. We saw all the Big Five in Serengeti and then relaxed on pristine beaches. The team handled every detail flawlessly. Can't recommend highly enough!”
Emma & David Williams · Australia · September 2024 ★★★★★
“I've been on safaris in Kenya and South Africa, but Tanzania with Bald Eagle was something special. The Ngorongoro Crater is like nowhere else on Earth. The attention to detail and personalized service exceeded all expectations.”
Michael Chen · Singapore · June 2024
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