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Northern Tanzania Family Adventure Safari

Duration
12 days
Price from
£5,140 pp.
Location
Tanzania, Africa
Marang Forest Walking Safari, Tanzania

Trip Highlights

  • Incredible game drives across Tanzania's famous national parks
  • Wild camping in the Serengeti
  • Witness the Great Migration

What's Included

  • 11 nights accommodation
  • All transfers, excursions and activities as specified
  • Professional, English-speaking guides

An incredible active safari in the heart of the wilderness

Explore remote corners of the Serengeti and Arusha National Park, sleep under the stars and immerse yourself in the raw beauty of Tanzania’s wilderness - the ultimate escape for adventurous families.

This trip runs from DECEMBER - MARCH to coincide with the migration.

If your family is drawn to wild places and real adventure, this Northern Tanzania safari is a journey you’ll never forget. Designed for curious, active families who want to experience Africa beyond the ordinary, it takes you deep into the heart of Tanzania’s most spectacular landscapes - from hidden corners of the Serengeti to flamingo-filled lakes and forested crater rims. It’s the kind of trip that gets under your skin, where every day brings something new, and the memories last a lifetime.

This trip runs from December to March to align with one of nature’s most impressive events - the migration’s calving season. During this time, the southern Serengeti comes alive with newborn animals, and the surrounding plains hum with life. But what makes this journey really special is how immersive it feels. From day one, you're in the thick of it - walking through Arusha National Park with giraffes nearby, falling asleep to the sounds of the bush, and waking up in wild places few others ever get to see.

Each stop offers its own feeling: Arusha is peaceful and green, a gentle start before heading into the wild. Lake Manyara's vibrant ecosystem is full of energy. The Ngorongoro Highlands bring cool mountain air and wide horizons, and the Crater itself is dramatic and densely packed with wildlife. Then, when you reach the Serengeti, everything opens up - huge skies, endless plains, and wildlife encounters that feel like scenes from a nature documentary. Throughout, you’ll stay in a mix of family-friendly wilderness camps and remote lodges that bring you close to nature without sacrificing comfort.

There’s something about this trip that stirs a sense of freedom and wonder in both kids and adults - the chance to unplug, explore, and reconnect with the natural world as a family.

Our Tanzania specialist, Ottilie, says:

"Families love this itinerary because it’s not just about ticking off the Big Five - it’s about getting out there and experiencing the wild properly. Kids light up when they spot their first giraffe or while listening to stories around the campfire. This trip gives you space to explore and breathe, with the right balance of comfort and adventure, and I can help tailor the itinerary to suit each family - whether that means more walking, more wildlife, or more downtime. It’s about making this experience of Africa your own.”

Trip Itinerary

Day 1 Arusha

Arrive in Tanzania at Kilimanjaro airport and transfer to the beautiful Rivertrees County Inn on the outskirts of Arusha.

Day 2 Go on a canoe safari

Canoeing Arusha Np With Buffaloes

Head off on your first safari of the trip with a full day inside Arusha National Park. Spend the morning enjoying an easy bush walk, discovering animal tracks and learning about the wildlife, before tucking into a picnic lunch in the forest and going on an afternoon canoeing safari. Return to Rivertrees Country Inn for the night.

Day 3 Bush camping time

Day 4 Lake Manyara explorations

Day 5 Ngorongoro Conservation Area

Day 6 Ngorongoro Crater

Day 7 Bush camping in the wilds

Day 8 - 9 In the heart of the Serengeti

Day 10 Migration, migration, migration

Day 11 Serengeti

Day 12 Goodbye Serengeti

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Duration

12 days

Location

Tanzania, Africa

Price from

£5,140 pp.

Price Includes

  • Accommodation and meals as listed
  • All activities, excursions and park fees as specified
  • All transfers and guides

Price Excludes

  • Single supplements
  • International flights to/from Tanzania
  • Activities, meals, and excursions not specified as included

Price is per person based on two adults sharing, excluding international flights.*

The trip includes all accommodations and activities specified above. Rooms and meals are as follows:

  • 2 nights at Rivertrees Country Inn, Arusha- breakfast included.
  • 2 nights at Manyara Green Camp, Lake Manyara – full board.
  • 2 nights at Plantation Lodge, Ngorongoro Crater - full board.
  • 3 nights at Serengeti campsite, Serengeti - full board.
  • 2 nights at Olakira Camp, Serengeti - full board
*Adult: from £5,140pp, Child (12-15): from £2,760pp, Child (5-11): from £2,715pp
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January

January is mixed when it comes to weather, temperatures rise whilst the chance of rain and humidity increases. It is still a good time to go, as the rates are lower yet the game viewing is still excellent.

  • During this time migratory herds are in the Serengeti for calving season, meaning the Ndutu plains are busy.

February

The weather remains hot with a chance of rain in February.

  • Meanwhile in the Ndutu Plains the migration is still occurring.

March

March is the calm before the storm, before heavy rains and humidity builds. Visitors can take great advantage of lower rates during the low season.

  • Migrating herds start to leave Ndutu, heading West towards Grumeti.

April

April experiences continued periods of heavy rain, we would advise against travel due to the conditions.

May

During may there is periods of heavy rain, we would advise against travel due to the conditions.

June

June heralds the wet season, bringing lush green vegetation which can make spotting game more difficult. It is a particularly great time for birders as parks become populated by migratory birds especially in the South.

  • Migration is still in the Grumeti area, heading north.

July

July is the start of peak season, temperatures reach up to 30 degrees and the surrounding land becomes drier and spotting game is becoming easier.

  • The migration is in the Northern Serengeti moving towards Kenya.

August

August is peak season, with bush land drying out game spotting becomes much easier. If you want to experience Tanzania game at its best, August is the time to travel.

  • The migration still remains in the north.

September

Peak season continues in September, the Northern circuit can be very busy, if you want to avoid crowds it's best to visit the southern parks.

  • The end of the migration is still in the north with herds on both side of the Kenyan and Tanzanian borders.

October

Peak season continues into October with good game viewing in the Serengeti and southern parks.

  • The migration has now crossed over into Kenya.

November

November is the start of the rainy season, the rains tend to be overnight so it is still a popular time to travel. During this month you can take advantage of low season rates.

  • Migration crossing over into the Serengeti can be seen a the Tanzania and Kenya border.

December

Rains continue in December, whilst the temperature and humidity start to build. Venturing out on safari is generally good, with large game still easily spotted.

  • Migrating herds in the north travel south back to Ndutu.

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