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Bush · Sample itinerary

Family Safari

A flexible northern route with fewer changes of base and room to adapt to your family’s ages, interests and energy.

Duration6-day inspiration · adjustable
RouteArusha · Tarangire · Karatu · Ngorongoro
PaceRest time built in
Best timeYour dates and seasonal conditions

A starting point for your custom trip

Tell us who is traveling and what makes a good day for your family. This sample leaves out the long Serengeti transfer and makes space for a flexible day in the highlands.

Private vehicle planning
Two Tarangire visits
Flexible rest day
Accommodation checked for family needs

Day by day

A sample route, refined with you.

Day 1

Arrive in Arusha

Settle in after your flight, with time to rest.

Day 2

Explore Tarangire

Travel to Tarangire and agree suitable game-drive lengths.

Day 3

Tarangire morning, then Karatu

A morning visit followed by the transfer to your highlands base.

Day 4

Keep a flexible day

Rest at your accommodation or add a suitable Lake Manyara visit. Optional activities depend on ages and availability.

Day 5

Visit Ngorongoro Crater

A crater visit planned with your family’s needs and the conservation-area rules in mind.

Day 6

Return to Arusha

Drive back and connect onward only with adequate time, or add an overnight.

Your proposal can include

  • Personal family itinerary planning
  • Private vehicle and guide as quoted
  • Five nights and meals as specified
  • Park fees and agreed transfers

Budget separately

  • International flights
  • Visa and travel insurance
  • Optional activities and unquoted child equipment
  • Tips and personal purchases

Your final proposal will confirm the exact route, accommodation, inclusions, and terms before you book.

This is a suggested family route, not a confirmed package. Check room layouts, child policies and activity age restrictions before booking. Walking and boat activities are not suitable for every age.