Williamson Adventures
    5 Days Family Adventure Safari
    Private Family Safari

    5 Days Family Adventure Safari

    5Days
    4Nights
    3Parks

    From $937 per person

    Discover the beauty of Tanzania on this exciting 5-day family safari, perfectly designed for travelers seeking unforgettable wildlife experiences in a short time.

    Your journey

    Route Map

    Day by day

    Itinerary

    Day 1 · Arusha

    Arrival in Arusha

    Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, you will be warmly welcomed by your Williamson Adventures representative and transferred to Arusha Planet Lodge. Set in a peaceful garden setting on the outskirts of Arusha, the lodge offers a relaxing atmosphere where you can unwind after your international flight. Enjoy a delicious dinner while receiving a detailed safari briefing from your guide in preparation for the exciting adventure ahead.

    Arusha Planet LodgeDinner
    5 Days Family Adventure Safari — Arrival in Arusha
    ArushaTarangire → Karatu·~4 hours · 210 km
    Day 2 · Tarangire → Karatu

    Arusha – Tarangire National Park

    After breakfast, depart for Tarangire National Park, famous for its giant baobab trees, seasonal river, and impressive elephant population. Enjoy a full-day game drive while searching for lions, giraffes, zebras, buffaloes, wildebeests, and numerous bird species. Following a picnic lunch inside the park, continue to Karatu for a relaxing evening at your comfortable lodge.

    Country Lodge KaratuBreakfast, Lunch & Dinner
    5 Days Family Adventure Safari — Arusha – Tarangire National Park
    Tarangire → KaratuLake Manyara → Karatu·~2.5 hours · 120 km
    Day 3 · Lake Manyara → Karatu

    Lake Manyara National Park

    Following breakfast, drive to Lake Manyara National Park for a full-day wildlife safari. This beautiful park is renowned for its lush groundwater forest, tree-climbing lions, large troops of baboons, elephants, hippos, flamingos, and hundreds of bird species. Enjoy a picnic lunch surrounded by nature before returning to Karatu for dinner and an overnight stay.

    Country Lodge KaratuBreakfast, Lunch & Dinner
    5 Days Family Adventure Safari — Lake Manyara National Park
    Lake Manyara → KaratuNgorongoro Crater → Arusha·~4 hours · 190 km
    Day 4 · Ngorongoro Crater → Arusha

    Ngorongoro Crater – Arusha

    After an early breakfast, descend into the spectacular Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of Africa's finest wildlife destinations. Search for the Big Five, including the rare black rhino, while enjoying a picnic lunch beside the hippo pool. In the afternoon, drive back to Arusha for your final overnight stay at Arusha Planet Lodge.

    Arusha Planet LodgeBreakfast, Lunch & Dinner
    5 Days Family Adventure Safari — Ngorongoro Crater – Arusha
    Ngorongoro Crater → ArushaArusha → JRO·~1 hour · 55 km
    Day 5 · Arusha → JRO

    Departure

    Enjoy a relaxed breakfast at the lodge before checking out. Depending on your international flight schedule, there may be time to relax or purchase last-minute souvenirs in Arusha. At the appropriate time, your private driver will transfer you to Kilimanjaro International Airport, marking the end of your memorable Tanzania family safari.

    Breakfast
    5 Days Family Adventure Safari — Departure
    Where you sleep

    Accommodation on This Journey

    Arusha Planet Lodge
    Arusha

    Arusha Planet Lodge

    2 Nights
    Country Lodge Karatu
    Tarangire → Karatu

    Country Lodge Karatu

    2 Nights
    What is included

    Your Journey Covers

    Included

    • Meet and greet at Kilimanjaro International Airport
    • Airport transfers
    • Private 4×4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof
    • Professional English-speaking driver/guide
    • All national park entrance fees
    • Ngorongoro Crater service fee
    • Full-board accommodation during the safari (4 nights)
    • Picnic lunches
    • Bottled drinking water during the safari
    • Government taxes and levies

    Not Included

    • International flights
    • Tanzanian visa fees
    • Travel insurance
    • Alcoholic and premium beverages
    • Optional activities
    • Personal expenses
    • Tips and gratuities
    Pricing & booking

    Price Per Person

    * All prices are per person in USD, based on the listed mid-range lodges and a private 4×4 safari. Contact us for exact quotes including your specific dates, group size, and accommodation preferences.

    Group pricing

    2 people$1,360per personTotal $2,720
    4 people$1,043per personTotal $4,172
    6 people$937per personTotal $5,622
    • No booking fee — pay a 30% deposit to confirm
    • Park fees, guiding and transfers already included
    • Every price can be tailored to your dates

    Enquire about this journey

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    Safari FAQ

    Frequently asked safari questions

    Everything you need to know before travelling — from the best time to visit and what to pack, to visas, vehicles and tipping.

    Yes. This itinerary covers the highlights of the Northern Circuit with comfortable drive times and family-friendly pacing — ideal when travel time is limited.

    Children aged five and above are welcome. Everything is paced with young travellers in mind.

    Yes — we offer mid-range and luxury tiers, and can tailor lodges to your family's preferences.

    Absolutely. We can add Serengeti days or a Zanzibar beach extension — just let us know when you enquire.

    Yes. A private 4×4 Land Cruiser with pop-up roof and English-speaking family-friendly guide reserved just for your family.

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