🌍 8-Day Northern Safari + Cultural Experience
Duration: 8 Days / 7 Nights
Safari Type: Family-Friendly Safari + Cultural Discovery
Destinations: Tarangire, Lake Manyara, Ngorongoro Crater, Serengeti + Local Villages
Starting Point: Arusha, Tanzania
Ending Point: Arusha or Kilimanjaro International Airport
Safari Highlights
Classic game drives in four national parks
Wildlife-rich experiences with lions, elephants, giraffes, hippos, and more
Cultural visits to Maasai bomas, Mto wa Mbu village, and local schools
Optional family activities: banana plantation tour, cooking class, local market walk
Lodges with family rooms, flexible meal plans, and downtime options
Safari guides trained to engage kids with fun wildlife facts and hands-on experiences
🗓️ Day-by-Day Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival in Arusha
Airport pickup and transfer to a family-friendly lodge
Safari briefing and evening at leisure
Optional: short town walk or local playground visit
- Accommodation in Lodge/Hotel in Arusha
Day 2: Arusha → Tarangire National Park
Drive to Tarangire National Park (approx. 2 hrs)
Full-day game drive among elephants, zebras, and baobabs
Picnic lunch inside the park
Overnight stay in a lodge with pool/play area
Accommodation: Lodge near Tarangire
Day 3: Tarangire → Mto wa Mbu Village Tour → Karatu
Cultural walking tour through Mto wa Mbu village
Visit banana farms, a local market, and participate in a traditional cooking experience
Optional visit to a school or local art workshop
Drive to Karatu in the afternoon
Accommodation: Lodge in Karatu
Day 4: Ngorongoro Crater – Full Day Safari
Early descent into the crater for a Big Five safari experience
Wildlife includes lions, elephants, rhinos, buffalo, and flamingos
Picnic lunch at hippo pool and return to lodge
Accommodation: Same lodge in Karatu or Crater Rim
Day 5: Karatu → Serengeti National Park
Scenic drive into the Serengeti via the Ngorongoro highlands
En-route game viewing with family-friendly commentary
Afternoon safari in the central plains
Accommodation: Family tented camp or lodge in Serengeti
Day 6: Full Day in Serengeti National Park
Morning and afternoon game drives at your own pace
Search for predators, wildebeest herds, and birds of prey
Optional: cultural storytelling session at camp in the evening
Accommodation: Same Serengeti lodge or camp
Day 7: Serengeti → Karatu (or Optional Fly-Out)
Final morning game drive in Serengeti
Drive or optional flight back to Karatu or Arusha
Relaxing evening in a cozy family lodge
Accommodation: Lodge in Karatu or Arusha (depending on route)
Day 8: Karatu/Arusha – Cultural Stop & Departure
Morning visit to a local artisan center or Maasai boma
Transfer to Kilimanjaro International Airport or Arusha hotel for onward travel
Safari Booking
✅ What’s Included
Private 4×4 safari vehicle with guide
Park and cultural activity entry fees
Full-board accommodation (7 nights)
Family-style meals and bottled water
All game drives and guided cultural activities
Airport transfers (arrival & departure)
❌ What’s Not Included
International flights & visas
Travel insurance
Optional Serengeti–Arusha flight
Tips for guide and lodge staff
Soft drinks and alcoholic beverages
Personal expenses and souvenirs