7-Day Tanzania Luxury Family Safari

Start your day with a sumptuous breakfast at Gran Meliá Arusha before setting off on a scenic drive to Tarangire National Park, approximately two hours away. Tarangire is renowned for its vast elephant herds, ancient baobab trees, and diverse wildlife including lions, giraffes, zebras, and over 500 bird species.

Enjoy a full-day private game drive in your specially outfitted 4x4 safari vehicle with an expert driver-guide. Your guide will tailor the experience to your family’s interests, ensuring kids and adults alike stay engaged with wildlife spotting, fun facts, and stories about the park’s ecosystem.

Mid-afternoon, leave Tarangire and drive toward the Ngorongoro Highlands. Upon arrival, check into the luxurious Melia Ngorongoro Lodge, uniquely designed to blend with the dramatic crater rim landscape. The lodge’s stunning architecture features earth-toned stone and glass, offering floor-to-ceiling windows with panoramic views of the Ngorongoro Conservation Area.

Relax in your spacious, family-friendly room or suite equipped with modern amenities and cozy furnishings. Take a refreshing dip in the infinity pool overlooking the vast crater, or unwind with a spa treatment (available onsite).

As evening falls, enjoy a gourmet dinner at the lodge’s elegant restaurant, featuring locally sourced ingredients and international cuisine. Sip a cocktail at the bar while watching the sun set over the crater — an unforgettable introduction to your Tanzanian safari adventure.

Wake up to a delicious breakfast at Melia Ngorongoro Lodge, then prepare for a day filled with extraordinary wildlife encounters. Today, you will explore the Ngorongoro Crater—often called the “Eighth Wonder of the World.”

Descend early in the morning into the crater floor, a vast natural amphitheater teeming with wildlife. Your private 4x4 safari vehicle and expert guide will navigate this unique ecosystem to spot the Big Five: lions, elephants, buffalo, rhinos, and leopards. The crater also hosts large herds of zebras, wildebeests, hippos in the crater lakes, and flamingos along the shores.

Enjoy a gourmet picnic lunch in a scenic crater spot, surrounded by breathtaking views and the sounds of nature. The picnic is arranged with family preferences in mind, ensuring even the youngest guests have a memorable meal.

After lunch, continue your game drive, exploring different parts of the crater while learning about its fascinating geology, flora, and fauna from your guide. Your expert driver will tailor the experience to your family’s pace and interests.

Return to Melia Ngorongoro Lodge in the late afternoon. Relax by the infinity pool or in your comfortable suite, perhaps reflecting on the day’s highlights while enjoying the spectacular sunset views over the crater rim.

In the evening, indulge in a sumptuous dinner at the lodge’s restaurant, featuring fresh, local ingredients and dishes suited for all ages.

After an early breakfast at Melia Ngorongoro Lodge, you’ll take a scenic drive up from the crater rim. En route to Serengeti National Park, enjoy stunning views across the Ngorongoro Highlands.

Drive through the scenic highlands, and enter Serengeti via the Naabi Hill Gate. Along the way, your expert guide will point out wildlife, and you may have your first game drives within Serengeti’s vast plains.

Arrive at your luxury accommodation — the Melia Serengeti Lodge — perfectly situated to maximize your wildlife viewing experience. The lodge offers spacious family-friendly suites, a swimming pool, and breathtaking views over the Serengeti plains.

Take time to relax and soak in the atmosphere or enjoy a short late afternoon game drive to spot giraffes, zebras, and perhaps predators starting their evening hunts.

As the sun sets, enjoy a gourmet dinner at the lodge’s restaurant, featuring local and international dishes crafted with fresh ingredients.

Accommodation: Melia Serengeti Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Wake up early to enjoy breakfast at Melia Serengeti Lodge before setting out on a full-day private game drive across the iconic Serengeti plains. With your expert guide and private 4x4 vehicle, you’ll explore vast ecosystems known for incredible wildlife density and diversity.

Today’s highlights may include sightings of lions lounging in the shade, cheetahs sprinting after prey, elephants wandering between acacia trees, and herds of wildebeest and zebras moving across the plains. If your trip coincides with the Great Migration season, you could witness dramatic river crossings or huge grazing herds.

Your guide will tailor the safari to your family’s pace, making the experience engaging for all ages. Children can take part in fun wildlife tracking games or learn about animal behaviors through storytelling.

Enjoy a delicious bush picnic lunch set up in a scenic spot surrounded by nature. Return to the lodge for some afternoon relaxation—perhaps a swim in the pool or quiet time on your suite’s veranda.

In the late afternoon, venture out on a short game drive to catch the beautiful Serengeti sunset. End the day with a gourmet dinner featuring local and international flavors at the lodge’s elegant restaurant.

Accommodation: Melia Serengeti Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Enjoy a leisurely breakfast at Melia Serengeti Lodge before embarking on another full-day safari adventure. Today, your expert guide will take you to different parts of the Serengeti, increasing your chances to see diverse wildlife such as leopards resting in trees, hippos wallowing in waterholes, and colorful birdlife.

Depending on the season, you may witness parts of the Great Migration or explore less-traveled areas of the park for a more private experience. Your guide will tailor the day to your family’s interests and energy levels, making sure everyone enjoys a comfortable pace.

Break for a gourmet picnic lunch in the heart of the wilderness, surrounded by panoramic views and the sounds of the wild.

Return to the lodge mid-afternoon for some downtime. Take advantage of the lodge’s luxury amenities—perhaps relax by the pool, indulge in a spa treatment, or enjoy quality family time on your suite’s terrace.

In the evening, savor a final gourmet dinner at the lodge, celebrating your unforgettable Tanzanian safari experience.

Accommodation: Melia Serengeti Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Begin your day with an optional early morning game drive to catch the sunrise over the Serengeti plains and spot any last wildlife sightings. Return to Melia Serengeti Lodge for a hearty breakfast.

After breakfast, pack and check out, then transfer to Seronera Airstrip for your scenic domestic flight back to Arusha. Upon arrival, you can either be transferred directly to Kilimanjaro International Airport for your onward flight or enjoy a day room at Gran Meliá Arusha if your international flight is later in the day.

Reflect on the incredible wildlife encounters, stunning landscapes, and luxurious moments you’ve experienced during your Tanzanian family safari.

Our team is always available to assist with onward travel or extend your stay in Tanzania.

Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Optional day room at Gran Meliá Arusha (if needed)