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A Memorable 7 Days Tanzania Family Safari Vacation offers an exciting opportunity for families to discover the wonders of East Africa’s wildlife and landscapes.

While Uganda is renowned for its mountain gorilla trekking experiences and diverse national parks, Tanzania provides equally remarkable family-friendly safari adventures across its world-famous wildlife destinations.

Together, these destinations create unforgettable journeys filled with wildlife encounters, cultural experiences and breathtaking scenery.

This 7-day Tanzania family safari takes you through some of the country’s most iconic parks, where families can witness the Big Five, enjoy spectacular game drives and experience Africa’s natural beauty up close.

From the vast plains teeming with wildlife to comfortable family-friendly lodges, every day promises new adventures.

Whether enjoyed as a standalone holiday or combined with Uganda safaris, this itinerary delivers an enriching and memorable East African safari experience for travelers of all ages.

Day 1: Arusha for a Memorable 7 Days Tanzania Family Safari Vacation

Welcome to Tanzania! Your 7 Days Tanzania Family Safari will begin in Arusha, your gateway to the incredible national parks of Tanzania.

On arrival to Kilimanjaro International Airport you will be met and transferred to your hotel for relaxation, dinner and overnight. If you arrive with time to spare, you may like to visit the Natural History Museum or head to the Ngaramtoni Market for some exceptional handicraft shopping.

Included meal: Dinner

Accommodation Options:

Luxury: Impala Hotel/Arusha Coffee Lodge/Kibo Palace Hotel

Midrange: Outpost Lodge

Day 2: Arusha / Mto Wa Mbu

Depart early for Mto wa Mbu in your 4×4 safari vehicle (approximately 2 to 3 hours).

Arrive in Mto wa Mbu and acquaint yourself with this delightful small village which is home some 20,000 residents from 120 different Tanzania tribes. Duck under the huge leaves of banana trees as you  tour the lush farmlands surrounding the village.

Take a guided stroll through the village, learning about local history, industry and cuisine from members of several tribes in Tanzania.

Visit a local market and learn how the villagers’ huts are made. Then enjoy delicious lunch, tasting different types of banana and rice dishes harvested from nearby farms.

After lunch, tour the workshops of village artisans who will describe influences and materials they use to make the items they sell in local markets.

They will also show you techniques they use to create art from banana leaves – then it is your turn to create some banana art of your own! Continue to your lodge for relaxation, dinner and overnight.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodations Options: Twiga Lodge or Campsite

Day 3: Mto Wa Mbu / Serengeti National Park for a Memorable 7 Days Tanzania Family Safari Vacation

After breakfast on day three of your 7 Days Tanzania Family Safari, your safari will officially begin. You will depart Mto Wa Mbu and embark on a drive of about 4 hours to Serengeti.

Along the way, you will have a chance to visit Olduvai Gorge to get an introduction to the remarkable anthropological history of the Serengeti area. You will delve into the story of human origins at the Olduvai Gorge Museum, situated near the site where archaeologists Louis and Mary Leakey discovered early hominid fossils and stone tools.

After a satisfying picnic lunch, proceed to the world-famous Serengeti National Park and go on a safari across the vast Serengeti Plains.

Throughout your safari, keep an eye out for lounging lions and galloping giraffes. Then, continue to your lodge for a delicious dinner before settling in for a good night’s rest.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Luxury: Serengeti Sopa Lodge/Serengeti Serena Lodge/Dunia Camp

Midrange: Serengeti Kati Kati Camp

Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 4: Serengeti National Park for a Memorable 7 Days Tanzania Family Safari Vacation

On day four of your 7 Days Tanzania Family Safari, you will get to know the incredible wildlife of the Serengeti National Park as you set out on morning and afternoon game viewing adventures.

Take a 4×4 game drive over golden plains and marvel at the marvellous wildlife through binoculars or watch as animals walk right by you!

Serengeti’s watering holes also attracts all kinds of Tanzania wild animals, from towering giraffes to the tiny dik-diks, a miniature species of antelope. With luck, you can spot Africa’s entire “Big 5” safari stars- elephant, buffalo, lion, leopard, and rhino.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Luxury: Serengeti Sopa Lodge/Serengeti Serena Lodge/Dunia Camp

Midrange: Serengeti Kati Kati Camp

Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 5: Serengeti National Park / Ngorongoro Crater for a Memorable 7 Days Tanzania Family Safari Vacation

Day five of your 7 Days Tanzania Family Safari will start with a morning safari during which you will look out for cackling jackals, brave honey badgers or long-necked ostriches strutting through the grass.

You will then have a picnic breakfast surrounded by the vast savanna before heading out of the Serengeti National Park on the way to the Ngorongoro Conservation area.

Once you settle into the lodge on the Ngorongoro Crater rim, enjoy a delicious lunch to fuel up for your next adventure. In the afternoon, join a park ranger for a walk along the rim of the crater, observing the small flora and fauna that make this bio-diverse spot so spectacular.

Keep your eyes open for inspiration, as after the walk concludes, you’ll head back to the lodge to meet an artist from the local community who will guide you through a painting class. You will get to use your own canvas to illustrate all the things that inspired you on your walk along the rim of the crater.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation Options:

Luxury: Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge/The Highlands

Midrange: Rhotia Valley Tented Lodge

Day 6: Ngorongoro Crater

After a hearty breakfast today, you will set out into the Ngorongoro Crater, an enormous volcanic caldera where animals of all kinds gather to graze or hunt. Descend into the caldera for a full-day safari drive, ready to be mesmerized by eland’s spiral horns and the zebra stripes for a memorable 7 days Tanzania family safari vacation.

Spot African buffalo, blue-bearded wildebeests, zebras, hyenas, jackals, Bat-eared foxes, and gazelles as they bound across the grass. Enjoy a picnic lunch on the crater floor. A Memorable 7 Days Tanzania Family Safari Vacation

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Accommodation Options:

Luxury: Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge/The Highlands

Midrange: Rhotia Valley Tented Lodge

Day 7: Ngorongoro Crater / Arusha

Your day begins with a visit to a Maasai Village in the Ngorongoro Crater highlands. Spend time with the local Maasai People, find out about their unique way of life, and join in their lively singing and dancing. Learn about some of the customary practices such as beadwork and fire-making.

After that, embark on a 4 hour drive back to Arusha and Kilimanjaro International Airport for your departure flight at the end of this 7 Days Memorable Tanzania Family Safari.

Meals Included: Breakfast and Lunch

A Memorable 7 Days Tanzania Family Safari Vacation is an excellent choice for families seeking adventure, wildlife, and lasting memories in East Africa.

When combined with Uganda safaris, travelers can enjoy an even richer experience that includes gorilla trekking, chimpanzee tracking and classic African game viewing.

Together, Tanzania and Uganda offer the perfect blend of family-friendly safari activities, diverse wildlife encounters and spectacular landscapes, creating an extraordinary African holiday that will be remembered for years to come.

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Here is a simple guide to the Tanzania National Parks, entrance fees, and permits. The National Parks of Tanzania are mainly found on the country’s 4 “safari circuits”. These safari circuits consist of an itinerary of destinations designed to minimize traveling time and maximize the experience.

Tanzania is a large and diverse country; thus, each circuit offers its unique magic, divergent scenery, and appealing wildlife encounters. The northern, southern, western, and eastern safari circuits encompass a selection of parks, wildlife reserves, conservation areas, and even, in the case of the eastern circuit, Indian Ocean islands, marine parks, and gorgeous beaches, that visitors can choose based on their interests.


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Tanzania National Parks

National Parks On The Northern Circuit

The northern circuit parks are the most popular on this list of Tanzania parks. They include destinations that are the stuff of safari, travel, and film-making legend. If you’re a first-time visitor to Tanzania, the northern circuit is the best place to start. It has some of Tanzania’s best roads.

Every destination here is easily accessible. There are also a variety of accommodation options available for every budget, from basic campsites to some of Africa’s most luxurious lodges. The northern circuit starts from Lake Victoria in the west to Mount Kilimanjaro in the east, and it is bounded by the border of Kenya to the north and Tarangire Park to the south. It includes such iconic Africa safari destinations like Serengeti and Ngorongoro, and, more time should be spent exploring these places than others.

 

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National Parks On The Southern Circuit

Unlike the busy northern circuit, the Tanzania National Parks on the southern safari circuit are remote and wild. This region of Tanzania is known for its back-to-basics and authentic approach, where exploring on foot is an essential part of the experience and you can go for days without encountering another tourist. Much of this area is relatively arid compared to the luscious plains of the north but still incorporates areas with thriving swamps, verdant forests, and spectacular waterfalls.

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National Parks on The Western Circuit

Unlike the southern and northern Tanzania safari circuits, the western circuit breaks away somewhat from the more traditional African safari fare. It is a shorter and more specialised safari circuit and should be combined with aspects from the northern or southern circuit if resources and time allow.

  • Gombe Stream National Park
  • Mahale Mountains National Park
  • Katavi National Park
  • Kigosi National Park

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Tanzania National Parks fees for TANAPA

In Tanzania, most protected areas, except for Ngorongoro Conservation Area and Lake Natron, are managed by TANAPA (Tanzania National Parks Authority).

The most popular TANAPA parks are Tarangire, Lake Manyara, and Serengeti. If you’re on a self-drive safari in Tanzania, you don’t need to book your TANAPA permits beforehand. This changes only if you hire a local driver-guide or book your Tanzania safari through a tour operator.

TANAPA doesn’t set a limit on the number of visitors, so you don’t need to worry about being turned away at the gate. Simply use a Visa or Mastercard credit card to pay for permits at the entrance gate. Note that cash and debit cards are not accepted.

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Current TANAPA conservation entry fees:

  • USD 82.60 for Serengeti, Nyerere National Park and Kilimanjaro National Park
  • USD 118 for Gombe Stream National Park
  • USD 94.40 for Mahale Mountains National Park
  • USD 59 for Arusha, Tarangire and Lake Manyara National Parks
  • USD 35.40 for Mikumi, Ruaha, Rubondo Island, Saadani, Mkomazi, Udzungwa Mountains, Katavi

Please Note: Fees are quoted per person including VAT to make it easier for you. Tanzania charges VAT separately, so prices might appear different compared to what you see online. Children under 5 years can enter for free, while those between 5 and 15 years old pay an entry fee of US$15-20. A day pass remains valid for 12 hours, but if you stay within the park, the permit is valid for 24 hours.

current TANAPA hotel concession fees:

If you plan to stay overnight at a tented camp or lodge within TANAPA parks, you will have to pay an extra fee known as a “special campsite fee” or “hotel concession fee.” It’s best to ask your lodge if this fee is already included in their price quote or if you need to pay it separately when you arrive at the park gate.

  • Serengeti and Nyerere National Parks: USD 70.80 pp / night
  • Arusha, Tarangire, Lake Manyara and Kilimanjaro National Parks: USD 47.80 pp / night
  • Mahale, Ruaha, Katavi and Gombe National Parks: USD 35.40 pp /night
  • Mkomazi , Saadani, Mikumi and Udzungwa Mountains National Parks: USD 29.50 pp / night

Children of 5 years and under are free of charge, while children between 5 and 15 years pay a USD 11.80 concession fee.

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Tanzania National Parks Vehicle entry fees:

The vehicle entry fee for your locally registered car is;

  • 23,600 TSH (US$10) per day for an RAV4
  • 41,300 TSH (US$20) per day for a Landcruiser

The fee is valid for multiple entries.

Tanzania National Parks Camping fees:

  • Public campsites in Tanzania National Parks managed by TANAPA cost US$ 35.40 per person/night.
  • Tanzania National Parks special campsites cost US$59 per person/night. ”Special” means that you are allowed to pitch your tent at a secluded wilderness spot with no other campers, and also no facilities.
  • For children between 5-15 years, the camping fee is US$11,80.
  • Children below 5 years are free of charge.

TANAPA fees for optional activities:

  • Walking safaris: USD 23.60 per person
  • Ranger fee USD 23.60
  • Night game drives (Katavi, Ruaha, Mikumi, Tarangire, Lake Manyara, Nyerere only): USD 59 per person

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Ngorongoro Conservation Area fees

  • Visitor entrance fee: USD 70.80 per person per 24 hours
  • Vehicle entrance fee: approx. for a USD 20 for a Landcruiser.
  • If you want to go down to Ngorongoro Crater for a game drive, you must pay the additional Crater Service Fee of USD 295 per vehicle per trip.
  • Are you traveling through the Ngorongoro Crater (for example to visit the Serengeti) but don’t intend to explore? Then you will still have to pay the conservation fee each way.
  • The only way to avoid paying the Ngorongoro Conservation Area fee twice is by exiting/entering the Serengeti  National Park through Klein’s gate in the Northeast, on your way to/ from Lake Natron. Please note, that this requires paying the Lake Natron fees instead.

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We hope we have helped you on your way with our information about Tanzania national parks and fees. Any more questions about travelling in Tanzania? Get in touch with us. Our team at Tulambule is happy to help you create the Tanzania safari holiday of a lifetime!

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Join us on a Tanzania luxury safari for the journey of a lifetime. Let us guide you to some of the most impressive wildlife locations on the planet. Tanzania luxury tours takes to the ultimate destination for luxury African safaris. One-quarter of this country’s surface area is protected as a network of national parks and game reserves.

These include the breathtaking Ngorongoro Crater, the world famous Serengeti National Park (the home of Great Migration), the snowcapped Mt Kilimanjaro and the 30,000 km² Nyerere National Park. These conservation areas are home to an estimated 20% of Africa’s big wildlife.

Offshore, Tanzania’s spice island of Zanzibar in the Indian Ocean is the ideal place to round off your Tanzania luxury safari holiday. You can spend some days here diving, snorkeling and chilling on some of the most  beautiful beaches on the continent. It is difficult to think of any other safari country in Africa that outshines the natural attractions of Tanzania.

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Why Go On A Tanzania Luxury Safari Tour?

With 22 national parks and multiple wildlife reserves, Tanzania home to Africa’s largest wildlife herds, as well as the palm-fringed island of Zanzibar, perfect for post-safari relaxation.

  • On a Tanzania luxury safari, you will enjoy the continent’s breathtaking scenery and finest wildlife viewing.
  • In hand-picked areas like the Ngorongoro and Serengeti, a Tanzania luxury safari tour offers world-class exclusive and upmarket camps and lodges.
  • On a Tanzania luxury tour, you have to witness the Great Wildebeest Migration, the Greatest Wildlife Show on Earth as it passes through the Serengeti plains
  • Tanzania’s Southern and Western circuits are best suited to fly-in upmarket safaris, with the Western circuit in particular ranking among the most exclusive and costly in Africa.

Tanzania luxury safari lodges (accommodation)

Whether you are visiting Tanzania to watch greatest wildlife show on Earth, to hike Africa’s talles mountain or to explore the world’s largest caldera, you will need a place to stay. There are three broad categories of accommodation for luxury safaris in Tanzania. These include wildlife lodges, semi-permanent tented camps and exclusive five-star permanent lodge;

1. Wildlife Lodges

The best represented accommodation category for Tanzania luxury safari tours comprises large wildlife lodges. These normally rank highly in terms of conventional hotel-style amenities, but they also tend to feel rather removed from the surrounding bush.

2. Semi-permanent tented camps

At the other extreme of Tanzania luxury safari accommodation are exclusive permanent or semi-permanent tented camps. These mainly comprise canvas units that typically come with comfortable beddings, en suite hot showers and private verandahs. These camps also offer high-quality cuisine, service and wine.

3. Exclusive five-star permanent lodges

Falling in between the wildlife lodges and semi-permanent tented camps are small, exclusive 5-star permanent lodges that might be described as the safari equivalent of boutique hotels.

If it is possible, look for Tanzania luxury safari packages that offer a mix of accommodation types, as each has its advantages. For example, a high-class tented camp is almost certainly the most hands-on way to experience the wilderness of Africa. But, after a few nights, the superior amenities of a larger lodge might come as a welcome break. If facilities such as 24-hour electricity, Wi-Fi or swimming pools are important to you, then ensure you research and choose your accommodation carefully.

How much does a luxury safari cost in Tanzania?

The Tanzania luxury safari costs are highly variable. But an all-inclusive luxury safari in Tanzania can cost at least US$450 to US$600 per person per day. The coast will increase to around US$950 per person per day – if you stay in small top-of-the-range luxury lodges and camps. What you pay for your luxury Tanzania safari depends on just how exclusive you want your holiday to be. Other cost factors are the parks you include in your Tanzania safari itinerary, and whether you travel in high, low or mid-season.

What is included in a Tanzania luxury safari?

A Tanzania luxury tour usually includes domestic flights and road transport, as well as game drives, other Tanzania safari activities and the associated guides and park fees.

Your accommodation on a full-board basis is typically included too. Some Tanzania luxury safari lodges and exclusive camps also include laundry and non-premium drinks like coffee, tea, soft drinks, local beer and house wine. Besides souvenirs and other personal purchases, the most obvious exclusion from most luxury Tanzania safari quotes is tips. These can add up quickly in Tanzania as tipping is widely practiced, so you are advised to carry enough cash to cover it.

Do all Tanzania Luxury Safaris include the Serengeti?

The answer is No. Travel logistics mean most Tanzania safari packages, luxury or otherwise, concentrate on just one of the three different safari circuits. The Serengeti is almost invariably the key destination of any Tanzania Northern circuit safari package. Northern circuit tours also typically include the Ngorongoro Crater and some, or all, of Arusha, Lake Manyara and Tarangire National Parks. Safaris to Tanzania’s Southern and Western safari circuits rarely include the Serengeti.

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Finding the right destination for a family holiday can be a difficult task, but with our Tanzania family adventure safaris, there’s no need to worry. Every member of your family will enjoy comfort, entertainment, and genuine tranquility across three of East Africa’s most beautiful destinations: Serengeti, Ngorongoro, and Zanzibar.

We organize our Tanzania family adventure safaris with the highest standard of safety in mind, so the only question your family needs to ask is how much fun you’ll have along the way. Every itinerary is designed to suit each family member, regardless of age, without compromising on comfort or security for any single traveller.

Your family will enjoy genuine freedom throughout your Tanzania adventure, with space to create memories that last well beyond the trip itself. Whatever your family is looking for, our Tanzania family adventure safari packages are built to deliver it.

Cultural enthusiasts can enjoy authentic Maasai cultural experiences, while those drawn to exceptional game viewing, relaxing beach time, or water-based activities will find plenty to choose from across our Tanzania family adventure safaris.

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Is Tanzania Good for Kids?

If you have ever wondered about taking your kids on safari in Africa, Tanzania could be the best place to start. Our Tanzania family adventure safaris give you access to world-class national parks and safari attractions that appeal to every age group, including Serengeti National Park, Tarangire, and Lake Manyara. There are safari parks in Tanzania where you can see some of the most fascinating animals on the planet; your kids will never look at a zoo the same way again after a visit here.

Tanzania’s Indian Ocean beaches are equally special, with sheltered, accessible shorelines. Although some activities may be age-specific for safety reasons, adventures like snorkelling amid Zanzibar’s vibrant marine life could be your child’s starting point for a lifelong love of the ocean.

Tanzania is also known for its highly experienced, professional tourism sector, and is widely regarded as one of Africa’s safer destinations for family travel. Whether your Tanzania family adventure safari centres on wildlife viewing in the national parks or a relaxing beach holiday on the coast, we highly recommend combining both.

Accommodation across Tanzania is well set up to host families and has been for many years. Above all, though, it’s the people of Tanzania who make this such a special destination for a family trip. Watch how your guide’s face lights up when they meet your children for the first time, and you’ll understand exactly what we mean.

Where Is Best in Tanzania for a Family Trip with Kids?

There are two main areas in Tanzania where travelling with kids makes the most sense for a Tanzania family adventure safari. The first is the northern Tanzania safari circuit, home to a wide choice of national parks.

Accommodation and tour operators in this northern region have more experience catering to families than counterparts elsewhere in the country, and the wildlife here is some of the best found anywhere in Africa.

The second area well suited to families is Zanzibar, which leans more toward cultural and beach tourism, with a tourism industry every bit as experienced as the mainland safari sector.

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A Beach Holiday

If you’re planning a Tanzania family adventure safari with a baby or toddler, a beach holiday in Zanzibar makes far more sense than a wildlife-viewing safari. Taking a very young child out into the bush is anything but relaxing, since you’ll spend the whole time making sure your toddler doesn’t wander toward the dangers of the unfenced bush, from larger predators down to biting insects.

Zanzibar has outstanding beach resorts with child-friendly swimming pools, expansive lawns, playgrounds, and restaurants. In areas like Nungwi, at Zanzibar’s northern tip, the beaches front onto gentle, almost wave-free lagoon waters, ideal for younger children.

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Wildlife Viewing Safari

There’s nothing quite like seeing your first lion, hyena, leopard, or elephant in the wild, an experience your children will never forget. Most game drives in Tanzania take place in open-sided 4×4 vehicles with canvas roofs and tiered seating, so there’s nothing between you and the animals.

It’s perfectly safe, but even the calmest child’s heart will skip a beat when a lion or elephant looks their way from just a few metres off. Serengeti National Park is possibly the best safari destination in the world, and the Ngorongoro Crater, Tarangire, and Lake Manyara National Parks all sit within a short drive of each other, each equally thrilling for spotting Africa’s wildlife.

Maasai Cultural Visits

Much of northern Tanzania sits on the traditional lands of the Maasai people, and a Tanzania family adventure safari offers plenty of opportunities for a guided cultural encounter with a Maasai village. This is especially true around the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, where village visits take you through a working Maasai community.

Children are always treated as special guests here, often invited into family homes and welcomed to take part in ceremonial dances. Paired with an expert Maasai guide, it can be a genuinely soulful encounter your kids will talk about long after they’ve returned home.

Beach Activities

You may simply want to rest at a beach resort, but there’s plenty of opportunity for more. The waters around Zanzibar, Mafia, and Pemba Island are rich in marine life and coral reef, making snorkelling a regular option. For something special, take a dhow, a traditional wooden sailing boat, out onto the turquoise water for a picnic lunch on the ocean.

Best Things to Do on a Tanzania Family Adventure Safari with Tweens and Teens

Many of the same activities that delight younger kids, wildlife safaris, cultural encounters, and snorkelling, go down just as well with tweens and teens. A few extra highlights are worth adding for this age group.

Hot-Air Balloon Safari

A hot-air balloon safari over the endless plains of the Serengeti is a magical way to experience this landscape. It’s an expensive addition to a Tanzania family adventure safari, but a genuine once-in-a-lifetime experience, whether you’re looking down on migrating wildebeest or watching the sun rise over the savannah.

Learn to Hunt with the Hadzabe

Tanzania’s Lake Eyasi area is home to the Hadzabe people, one of the last true hunter-gatherer societies in the world, who still live in the traditional manner. Unlike many cultural encounters elsewhere in Tanzania, a visit here includes joining the morning hunt for food, something the Hadzabe would be doing regardless of visitors. It’s an exciting, genuine immersion into a culture that has largely resisted the trappings of the modern world.

Cooking Classes

A recurring highlight across Tanzania, from Arusha to Zanzibar, is a market tour with a local chef followed by a lesson in cooking traditional Swahili dishes. It’s a welcome change of pace and offers real insight into everyday local life.

Scuba Diving

Tanzania has several dive schools, and teens on a Tanzania family adventure safari may want to try something more challenging than snorkelling. Learning to scuba dive in Africa is the kind of story teenagers love bringing home to friends.

Tips for Planning a Tanzania Family Adventure Safari

Taking a baby on safari can be costly, and many operators recommend, or insist on, a private safari so the cries of even the best-behaved toddler don’t disturb wildlife or other travellers nearby.

Consider travelling in low season, when accommodation and tour rates are lower and the parks are quieter. Whatever your children’s ages, talk to them about safari etiquette beforehand, and make sure they follow their guide’s instructions at all times.

Avoid trying to cover too much ground, particularly with younger children; it’s better to see a few places well than rush through many. Most accommodation now offers Wi-Fi, even in remote areas, though it’s often limited to communal spaces. Manage expectations in advance so your kids know where they’ll be able to check in with friends back home.

Ready for a Tanzania Family Adventure Safari?

Browse our range of Tanzania family adventure safaris and tours above, and if you don’t see exactly what you’re looking for, get in touch and we’ll tailor-make an itinerary that keeps everyone happy, from dad the birding fanatic to your lion-obsessed junior.

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For example, you could fly to Kigali (Rwanda) to discover this fantastic country for a few days. Then you travel across the border to Uganda. After mountain gorilla trekking and visit to the most beautiful safari highlights of Uganda, you will fly to Tanzania or Kenya for a classic safari and then to Zanzibar for a short beach break.

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Combined East African Safaris

6-Day Luxury Rwanda & Uganda gorilla Tour


14 Days Uganda To Rwanda Safari: Primates & Wildlife

14 Days Uganda to Rwanda Safari: Primates & Wildlife


Gorilla Families In Uganda

15 Days East Africa’s Gorillas, Chimps, Safari & Beach Holiday


12-Day Uganda Kenya Safari

12-Day Uganda Kenya Safari: Gorillas, Big 5 And Culture


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12-Day Uganda Rwanda Safari – The Ultimate Itinerary

East African Mountain Gorillas & safari Experience

On our East African Safaris, you can see most of Africa’s charismatic mega-fauna including Gorillas, the Big 5, Cheetahs, Giraffes, Zebras, Chimpanzees, wildebeests, and much more. You can spot gorillas in the rain-forests jungles of Uganda or Rwanda and two days later search for the Big Five or witness the Great Wildebeest Migration in Tanzania’s Serengeti or Kenya’s Masai Mara and then end in exotic Zanzibar.