6 Days Private Family Safari Tanzania – Exclusive Wildlife Journey for Families 2026,2027

Day 1: Arusha – Tarangire National Park (Private Safari Begins)

Your private family safari begins with pickup from your hotel in Arusha. You will meet your dedicated safari guide and start your journey in a private 4x4 safari vehicle designed for comfort and flexibility.

You will drive to Tarangire National Park, famous for its elephant herds, baobab trees, and peaceful atmosphere. Once inside the park, your guide will customize the game drive based on your family’s interests and wildlife movement.

Highlights:

• Private safari vehicle and guide
• Flexible game drive experience
• Elephants and giraffes
• Baobab landscapes
• Picnic lunch in the park

Overnight stay in a comfortable family-friendly lodge near Tarangire or Karatu.

Day 2: Tarangire – Lake Manyara National Park (Private Experience)

After breakfast, enjoy a morning private game drive in Tarangire before heading to Lake Manyara National Park.

Lake Manyara is a scenic park at the base of the Great Rift Valley escarpment, known for flamingos, hippos, monkeys, and tree-climbing lions. It is compact and ideal for families due to short driving distances and high wildlife density.

Highlights:

• Morning private Tarangire safari
• Rift Valley scenic drive
• Lake Manyara wildlife viewing
• Flamingos and baboons

Overnight stay in Karatu at a family-friendly lodge.

Day 3: Lake Manyara – Serengeti National Park (Private Safari)

After breakfast, travel toward Serengeti National Park via the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. The journey passes through Maasai villages and beautiful highland scenery.

Upon entering Serengeti, you will begin your first private game drive across the endless plains filled with wildlife.

Highlights:

• Scenic highland drive
• Entry into Serengeti ecosystem
• Afternoon game drive
• Lions, elephants, zebras

Overnight stay in Serengeti mid-range lodge or tented camp.

Day 4: Full-Day Serengeti Private Family Safari

This full day is dedicated to Serengeti exploration at your own pace. Morning and afternoon game drives allow your family to enjoy wildlife without rushing.

Depending on the season, you may witness the Great Migration, where millions of wildebeest and zebras move across the plains. You may also see lions, cheetahs, elephants, giraffes, and hippos.

Highlights:

• Full-day private Serengeti safari
• Big Five wildlife viewing
• Great Migration (seasonal)
• Picnic lunch in wilderness

Return to camp for dinner and overnight stay.

Day 5: Serengeti Extended Exploration Day

Today you enjoy a deeper exploration of Serengeti National Park. Your private guide will track wildlife movements and take you to different areas depending on the season and animal activity.

This day increases your chances of seeing predator action, large herds, and rare wildlife behavior while maintaining a relaxed family pace.

Highlights:

• Extended Serengeti game drives
• Flexible private itinerary
• Predator tracking
• Photographic safari opportunities

Overnight stay in Serengeti lodge or camp.

Day 6: Serengeti – Ngorongoro Crater – Return to Arusha

After an early breakfast, depart Serengeti and drive toward Ngorongoro Conservation Area. You will descend into the crater for a private half-day safari.

Inside the crater, you will see lions, elephants, buffalo, zebras, hyenas, flamingos, and sometimes the rare black rhino. Your private guide will ensure the best wildlife viewing experience for your family.

You will enjoy a picnic lunch inside the crater before ascending and returning to Arusha, marking the end of your safari.

Highlights:

• Private Ngorongoro Crater safari
• Big Five wildlife viewing
• Flexible game drive experience
• Flamingos and hippo pools
• Scenic return to Arusha

What is Included

• Private 4x4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof
• Professional private safari guide
• Hotel pickup and drop-off
• Park entry fees (all parks)
• Ngorongoro crater service fee
• 5 nights family-friendly mid-range lodges
• All meals during safari
• Bottled drinking water

What is Not Included

• International flights
• Visa fees
• Travel insurance
• Tips for guide and staff
• Personal expenses

Why Choose the 6 Days Private Family Safari Tanzania

This safari is ideal for families who want a premium private experience with more time in Serengeti and complete flexibility. It offers excellent wildlife viewing, comfort, and personalized service, making it one of the best mid-length private safari options in Tanzania.