East Africa Family Safari

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There is a distinct beauty and rhythm that is native to the classic African Safari. When you follow the arc of stories told by explorers long gone you may start in the shadow of one of Africa’s highest mountains. But soon enough the wilderness will call you from the bustle of Arusha and out of the foothills of Mount Meru. You will be drawn west, towards Ngoro...
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Overview

Trip type
Private Guided
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Full schedule

Highlights

    • Game drives in the world-renowned Serengeti National Park
    • Bush picnics & sundowners in the Serengeti
    • Hot air balloon safari over the Masai Mara Plains
    • Night game drives
    • Cultural village visit
    • Camel rides
    • Bush Dinner
    • Horse riding in the Ngorongoro Highlands
    • Biking in the Highlands
    • Traditional Bush Walks

What's this trip about?

    There is a distinct beauty and rhythm that is native to the classic African Safari. When you follow the arc of stories told by explorers long gone you may start in the shadow of one of Africa’s highest mountains. But soon enough the wilderness will call you from the bustle of Arusha and out of the foothills of Mount Meru. You will be drawn west, towards Ngorongoro Crater and the Serengeti Planes where the Big 5 roam. Even a century ago this journey would never have been undertaken for pleasure by families from far away. And so, you feel like pioneers as you continue north to the Masai Mara and Samburu Parks. Staying in private homes, enjoying the incredible hospitality of Kenya, learning the secrets of her wild corners and waking to magnificent views across the Laikipia Plateau. As your family completes its African Safari at Giraffe Manor you will have time to reminisce and a final moment to feel truly close to the extraordinary inhabitants of Africa.

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Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeIntimate group - 12 max
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transport
Start CityArusha
End CityNairobi

Travel Themes

  • Nature & Wildlife
  • Safari

Destinations

Activities

  • Camel Riding
  • Culture
  • Game Drive
  • Horseback Riding & Equestrian
  • Nature
  • Photography
  • Relaxing Retreat
  • Safari
  • Swimming

Itinerary

Day 1 – Your Tanzania Family Safari Arusha – The Safari Capital of Tanzania

Welcome to Africa! Your Tanzania Family Safari begins with a transfer to the Arusha Coffee Lodge, built around a plantation home from the early 1900’s and beautiful, sprawling coffee fields. Enjoy dinner and overnight.

Day 2: Ngorongoro Highlands and Horse Riding

After breakfast, drive west towards the Ngorongoro Highlands and the Manor at Ngorongoro. Spend the afternoon in the saddle on a horse ride around the hills that embrace the Manor. Stop for a sumptuous picnic basket lunch before heading back to the Manor

Day 3: Full day in Ngorongoro Crater

Set out early for the nearby Ngorongoro Crater by safari vehicle. The crater is a huge volcanic caldera formed about 2.5 million years ago when a giant volcano exploded and collapsed on itself. Here you can view the Big Five in high concentration with a stunning backd...

Day 4: Arrive to the Serengeti

After breakfast, hop on a bush plane for a quick flight to the Serengeti and arrive at Mkombe’s House in time for lunch. While you settle in, the kids will love clambering around on the rocks around the camp in search of lizards, hyrax and other harmless creatures and...

Day 5: Serengeti Game Drives and Bush Picnics

Today, head out with a guide and packed picnic lunch for a full day exploring the Serengeti plains. This is your private family safari, which means you may return to Mkombe House any time should you wish. Move as quickly or as leisurely as you would like in your priva...

Day 6: Early morning game drive in Serengeti

This morning, rise early and set out as the sun begins to rise. This is the time of day when the wildlife is most active. Return to camp for a full breakfast and spend the afternoon relaxing in the shade, reading a good book. After high tea, set out for one final game drive in the Serengeti, stopping to watch the sun set with cocktails and appetizers.

Day 7: Masai Mara, High Tea, Cultural Village and Night Game Drive

After breakfast, hop on a bush plane for your flight to the Masai Mara in Kenya. You’ll be met at the airstrip and transferred to Cottar’s Camp, spotting game and wildlife all along the way! Enjoy lunch and settle into your private safari villa, perhaps taking a swim ...

Day 8: Game Drive in Masai Mara Game Reserve, Guided Bush Walk

After a cup of coffee and some light biscuits, head out towards the Masai Mara Game Reserve for a full morning in the park. As the sun rises, stop under a tree for a hot breakfast right in the bush! Continue on spotting wildlife like lion, cheetah, elephant and perhap...

Day 9: Hot Air Balloon over the Mara Plains and evening game drive or River Swimming & Fishing

This morning, wake early for a truly once in a lifetime experience on this Kenya family safari; hot air balloon ride over the Mara plains. After silently gliding over Africa’s big game for an hour, enjoy a champagne breakfast in the bush. Spend the afternoon relaxing,...

Day 10: Samburu National Park / Buffalo Springs – High Tea and Game Drive

This morning, transfer by bush flight to Samburu National Park. Located further north in Kenya, wildlife congregates around the life-giving Ewaso Nyiro River. Here, the elephant population is healthy and has been well documented by several research groups.

Day 11: Camel Ride & Cultural Village + Bush Dinner

This morning, join your Samburu guide for a safari by camel. Amble along the river, spotting wildlife up close at a leisurely pace. Arrive at a secluded spot under a huge acacia tree where lunch has been set up for you. After lunch head over to the village, here the l...

Day 12: Nairobi and Giraffe Encounter

Take a short flight back to Nairobi. You’ll then be transferred to the lush, green Nairobi suburb of Karen and the iconic Giraffe Manor. After settling in, take a walk through the well-manicured grounds of the hotel to the Giraffe Center where you can continue learning about Giraffe and conservation efforts underway in Africa to protect these beautiful creatures.

Day 13: Breakfast with Rothschild Giraffe, Elephant Orphanage visit/Return Home

This morning, you’ll enjoy breakfast alongside Giraffe Manor’s resident Rothschild giraffe. After breakfast, head to the Daphne Sheldrick Elephant Rescue Center where you can interact with baby orphaned elephants and watch as their caretakers put them to bed for the evening. Transfer to the airport for your flight home to conclude your Kenya and Tanzania family safari.

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