12 Days Big Five Family Safari Tour

Package Overview

This 12-day safari combines adventure, culture, and premier wildlife destinations. Begin in Arusha National Park and explore the city’s coffee, craft, and culinary scenes. Move through wildlife-rich Tarangire, then dive into authentic cultural encounters and scenic cycling in Lake Manyara and Mto wa Mbu. Head to the remote and stunning Lake Natron, known for flamingos and volcanic beauty. Your journey concludes with four thrilling days in the Serengeti, split between Northern (Kogatende) and Central regions—perfect for witnessing the Great Migration and predator action. The adventure wraps up with a scenic flight back to Arusha.

Day wise Itinerary

• Day 1 : Arrival – Arusha

  Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport, where your guide will greet you and transfer you to your hotel in Arusha. Enjoy a relaxing evening or a short local visit depending on your arrival time.
  
  Accommodation: Mount Meru Hotel
  Meals: Dinner

  • Themes Game Drives
• Day 2 : Arusha National Park Safari

  Enjoy a full-day game drive in Arusha National Park, a hidden gem offering views of Mount Meru, giraffes, zebras, and the Momella Lakes with flamingos. You’ll also take a guided walking safari or a short canoe trip (optional). Return to Arusha in the evening.
  
  Accommodation: Mount Meru Hotel
  Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

  • Themes Game Drives
• Day 3 : Arusha – Tarangire National Park

  Depart for Tarangire, home to massive elephant herds and iconic baobab trees. Game drive through this scenic park, where you might spot lions, giraffes, and antelopes near the Tarangire River.
  
  Accommodation: Lemala Mpingo Rigdge
  Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

  • Themes Game Drives
• Day 4 : Tarangire – Lake Manyara / Mto wa Mbu

  After a morning game drive, drive to the Lake Manyara region. In the afternoon, enjoy a local cultural experience in Mto wa Mbu, such as a market visit or village tour.
  
  Accommodation: Lake Manyara Serena Safari Lodge
  Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

  • Themes Game Drives
• Day 5 : Cycling & Cultural Immersion in Mto wa Mbu

  Today is a mix of soft adventure and immersion. Go on a guided cycling tour through farms, banana plantations, and villages. Visit a local home or school, and enjoy a traditional Tanzanian meal prepared by a local family. Optional visit to Lake Manyara for birdwatching or a short game drive.
  
  Accommodation: Lake Manyara Serena Safari Lodge
  Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

  • Themes Game Drives
• Day 6 : Lake Manyara – Lake Natron

  Drive through dramatic rift valley landscapes to Lake Natron, near Ol Doinyo Lengai volcano. This remote region is home to thousands of flamingos and is culturally rich with Maasai communities. Take an evening walk to the lakeshore for flamingo viewing.
  
  Accommodation: Africa Safari Natron
  Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

  • Themes Game Drives
• Day 7 : Lake Natron Exploration

  Start early with a sunrise walk or birding excursion. Then hike to the Ngare Sero Waterfalls through a narrow gorge—a refreshing adventure. Optional visit to a Maasai boma for cultural exchange. Relax at camp in the afternoon.
  
  Accommodation: Africa Safari Natron
  Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

  • Themes Game Drives
• Day 8 : Lake Natron – Northern Serengeti (Kogatende)

  Embark on a remote, scenic drive into the Northern Serengeti (Kogatende). This region is known for Great Migration river crossings (June–October) and raw wilderness. Arrive in time for an afternoon game drive near the Mara River.
  
  Accommodation: Serengeti Mara River Camp
  Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

  • Themes Game Drives
• Day 9 : Full Day in Northern Serengeti

  Explore the Kogatende region, home to wildebeest, lions, crocodiles, and more. If traveling during migration season, you may witness dramatic Mara River crossings. Game drives are flexible—opt for a full-day with picnic lunch or two shorter sessions.
  
  Accommodation: Serengeti Mara River Camp
  Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

  • Themes Game Drives
• Day 10 : Northern – Central Serengeti

  After breakfast, drive south toward Central Serengeti, continuing your game-viewing adventure along the way. Arrive in Seronera Valley, known for its abundance of big cats, kopjes, and permanent wildlife.
  
  Accommodation: Sametu Luxury Camp
  Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

  • Themes Game Drives
• Day 11 : Full Day in Central Serengeti

  Enjoy your final full day of safari in the Serengeti, exploring different parts of this world-famous park. You may choose to take an optional hot air balloon safari at sunrise (must be pre-booked). Spend the day chasing predator action and soaking in the wild beauty.
  
  Accommodation: Sametu Luxury Camp
  Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

  • Themes Game Drives
• Day 12 : Serengeti – Flight to Arusha / Departure

  After a short morning game drive (time permitting), transfer to the nearby airstrip for your scenic bush flight back to Arusha. Depending on your schedule, enjoy a farewell lunch or transfer directly to the airport for your flight home.
  
  Meals: Breakfast & Lunch

  • Themes Game Drives

Inclusions

• Hotel
• Private 4x4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof
• Professional English-speaking driver-guide
• Domestic flight from Serengeti to Arusha
• All national park & conservation area fees
• Guided Kilimanjaro day tour (if added)
• Cycling and cultural tour in Mto wa Mbu
• Guided waterfall hike and flamingo walks in Natron
• 11 nights’ accommodation in lodges and camps
• All meals as listed
• Bottled drinking water during game drives
• Government taxes and crater descent fee (if Ngorongoro is added)

Exclusions

• International flights
• Tanzanian visa fees
• Optional activities (hot air balloon, canoeing, volcano hike)
• Alcoholic and soft drinks
• Travel insurance
• Tips & gratuities
• Personal expenses

Price & Rates

Package Start From

• Kilimanjaro, Tanzania, Africa

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