Tanzania Family Safari & Zanzibar

Today your dream holiday begins as you fly from India to Tanzania with stopover(s) along the way.

Lean back and relax so that you are ready for an amazing and intense experience when you arrive in Tanzania.

The days ahead of you will undoubtedly bring lots of experiences and leave you and your family with fantastic memories of Tanzania’s magnificent national parks, beautiful savannahs, and diverse wildlife, as well as Zanzibar’s palm-clad sandy beaches.

If you arrive the same evening, your guide will take you to Moshi, where you will spend the night in a nice hotel.

After a hopefully pleasant flight, you will arrive at Kilimanjaro Airport, where your guide will be waiting to welcome you – possibly with a “Karibu”, which means “Welcome” in Swahili.

If you have arrived the night before, the guide will pick you up at the hotel after breakfast.

While driving to Karatu, enjoy the view of the fascinating scenery. Upon arrival to the lodge you will check in and have the rest of the day at your disposal.

We recommend that you relax and enjoy the beautiful surroundings so that you are ready for an exciting and eventful day tomorrow.

You will start the day by having breakfast at the lodge. Then your guide will take you to the Lake Manyara National Park – one of Tanzania’s smaller parks, which is particularly known for its varied nature and its impressive animal and birdlife.

The 200 square kilometre freshwater lake attracts an abundance of birds, and more than 400 bird species have been registered in the area. You will get the chance to experience flamingos, pelicans, hornbills, storks, eagles, kingfishers, and many other birds.

The Lake Manyara National Park is also home to a variety of classic safari animals, such as elephants, buffaloes, giraffes, zebras, warthogs, and leopards, and from a small viewing platform in the western part of the national park, you can experience an impressively large population of hippos.

After an eventful day, you drive back to the lodge where you will have time to relax and enjoy the beautiful surroundings.

Today you will proceed to the lush Ngorongoro Crater, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of The Seven Natural Wonders of Africa.

You will drive along the steep crater walls to the bottom of the crater, where you will enjoy a wonderful game drive.

The crater derived from a volcano which erupted and collapsed 2-3 million years ago, creating a lush paradise which attracts mammals, predators, and a large population of birds including flamingos, ostriches, crowned cranes, and secretary birds.

The Ngorongoro Crater boasts the densest population of wildlife in Africa and is known as one of the best places to spot The Big Five – elephants, rhinos, buffalos, lions and leopards. There are also many other predators such as jackals, hyenas, and cheetahs.

Hippos can also be seen in the crater, along with gazelles, antelopes, and zebras, and it is one of the best places for experiencing the black rhino.

On today’s game drive in the Ngorongoro Crater, plenty of unique experiences are almost a guarantee!

Well stocked with impressions and memorable experiences, you will return to the lodge.

After breakfast at the hotel, your guide will take you to the Tarangire National Park – one of Tanzania’s lesser-known gems – for your last game drive.

The national park is especially known for its huge population of African elephants and its many lions and leopards. The Tarangire National Park is also home to many other animals such as buffalos, wildebeest, zebras, giraffes, antelopes, and an impressive array of birds.

The diversity of the landscape is impressive, and it is difficult not to be captivated by the unique nature of the park. The centuries-old baobab trees, that adorn the hilly landscape and are known as “the tree of life” by the locals, are an impressive sight and give the area a unique atmosphere and charm.

After a wonderful game drive, you will return to the lodge to relax and enjoy your last night on the mainland before heading to the picturesque island of Zanzibar in the morning.

Today it is time to say goodbye to the mainland of Tanzania.

Have breakfast at the camp and prepare for the guide to pick you up. He will take you to Arusha Airport from where you will fly to Zanzibar, which is just off the coast of Tanzania.

Upon arrival, you will be greeted by a driver who will take you to your hotel.

It is now time for a relaxing beach holiday on the paradise island of Zanzibar where you can enjoy the beautiful white sandy beaches and the turquoise crystal-clear Indian Ocean.

Zanzibar is truly Paradise on Earth. Take a dip in the crystal-clear Indian Ocean, or build sandcastles in the soft, white sand. Read a book in the shadow of a palm tree, go for a swim in the inviting swimming pool, or indulge in a relaxing massage at the hotel spa. There are many opportunities for relaxation and self-indulgence in Zanzibar!

If you prefer a little more action, the fascinating life under the surface of the ocean with colourful fish and beautiful coral reefs can easily be explored with snorkelling or diving equipment.

You can also visit one of the island’s many spice farms, explore the tropical forests, or take a trip to Stone Town – the old town of Zanzibar City, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site because of its colourful culture and historic buildings.

Whether you are into interesting excursions, water sports, or pure relaxation, you will not be bored in Zanzibar. The beautiful island paradise has something for everyone!

After an amazing beach holiday, it is now time to say goodbye to wonderful Zanzibar.

Your driver will pick you up at the hotel after breakfast and take you to the airport for your flight back to India.

During the flight, you can look back at the many memorable experiences that you have gained on your safari in Tanzania’s national parks and during your beach holiday in exotic Zanzibar.

The beach holiday can be extended if you wish to have more time in beautiful Zanzibar.