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8 days · 7 nights

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An introduction to the wild built around your family, not a fixed timetable. Shorter outings, curious questions and places where everyone can settle in.

Duration
8 days · 7 nights
Start
JRO / Arusha
Finish
Arusha / JRO
Travel style
Private guiding & vehicle; scheduled flights may be shared

When to travel

June–October and January–February; planned around school dates and your children’s ages.

Explore the seasons ↗

Your route · schematic, not to scale

  1. 01Arusha
  2. 02Tarangire
  3. 03Ngorongoro
  4. 04Serengeti
  5. 05Arusha

From arrival to farewell

Every day, considered.

A suggested itinerary, adjustable to the season and to you. Exact travel times, stays and services are confirmed in your proposal.

  1. 01

    Day 1 — Arrive and settle

    A private arrival transfer and time to recover. Discuss bed arrangements, meal preferences and the children's interests.

  2. 02

    Day 2 — First tracks

    Travel to Tarangire with breaks. Keep the first game drive short and engaging.

  3. 03

    Day 3 — Little discoveries

    Another Tarangire day with flexible drives. Notice birds, tracks and the different shapes of antelope.

    Elephant family
  4. 04

    Day 4 — Into the highlands

    Transfer toward Ngorongoro with a relaxed afternoon at the lodge.

  5. 05

    Day 5 — Crater explorers

    An early crater outing with picnic lunch; the length is adapted to your family.

  6. 06

    Day 6 — Serengeti chapter

    Travel onward, considering a flight alternative if long drives do not suit your group.

  7. 07

    Day 7 — A day to remember together

    Private wildlife viewing at your family’s pace. Age restrictions apply to optional activities.

    Resting lionesses
  8. 08

    Day 8 — Homeward

    Airstrip transfer, proposed domestic flight and onward private road transfer.

Clear from the beginning

What your proposal covers.

Price on request. Tailored to your dates, season and preferred stays. These are suggested journeys, not confirmed reservations. Your written proposal sets out exact services, properties, routing and terms before you commit.

Included in the proposed journey

  • Private guiding and safari vehicle for the described game drives
  • Arrival, departure and inter-property transfers specified in the final route
  • Accommodation, park entry and meal arrangements itemised in your quote
  • Domestic flights only where explicitly listed in your accepted proposal

Not assumed included

  • International flights, visas and personal travel insurance
  • Tips, personal shopping and meals or drinks not specified
  • Optional balloon, helicopter, marine and spa experiences
  • Any service absent from the final written proposal

Your places to stay

Your journey may include stays such as…

  • Family-room safari lodge
  • Interconnecting or family tent options

These describe the style of stay, not confirmed bookings. We propose named properties for your dates and budget.

Explore Places We Love ↗

Experiences along the way

  • Flexible private drives
  • Wildlife learning
  • Crater safari

Make it more personal

  • Extra rest day
  • Kilimanjaro coffee visit
  • Zanzibar extension

Good to know.

Can we change the length or route?

Yes. This itinerary is a starting point. Share your preferred dates, pace and priorities and we will build a personal proposal.

Is the journey private?

Your proposed safari guiding and vehicle are private. Scheduled domestic flights and some lodge or optional activities can be shared; the proposal makes the distinction clear.

How do airport pickups work?

Send your confirmed flight details. Before travel we provide the meeting point, driver or local contact details and the transfer arrangements in your final documents.

Are the lodges and wildlife guaranteed?

No. Properties depend on availability and are confirmed before booking; animals, migration movement and weather cannot be guaranteed.

When do I pay?

An enquiry does not take payment or create a reservation. We first agree the route and quote, then provide the applicable payment and cancellation terms before you commit.

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