Tanzania: A Grand Family Safari

Your journey commences as you arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport, where our adventure unfolds. We've arranged a convenient transfer from the airport to your luxurious 5-star haven, Meliá Arusha, nestled beside a picturesque coffee plantation. The anticipation builds as your family's African safari adventure kicks off tomorrow morning!

Your family's safari adventure begins with an exhilarating game drive in Arusha National Park. Led by a seasoned local guide, you'll embark on a full-day expedition, the first of many exciting drives on your journey. Keep your eyes peeled for iconic wildlife, from graceful giraffes and lively baboons to vibrant flamingoes and mighty buffalo.

After an adventurous morning, return to the hotel in the mid-afternoon, where you'll have some free time to unwind as you wish. Later in the evening, a special welcome reception and dinner, complete with delightful surprises, await.

Today, your journey takes you to Tarangire National Park, a place steeped in Maasai legend as the cradle of life, a setting immortalized in many African movies. As you venture into this iconic park, be captivated by the sweeping African savannah adorned with the majestic presence of baobab trees.

Hop aboard our open-topped safari vehicles for thrilling morning and afternoon game drives, where you might spot majestic big cats seeking shade under baobab trees or graceful elephants quenching their thirst at a watering hole. Conclude your day with dinner and an evening at Tarangire Safari Lodge

Your adventure in Tarangire continues with a morning game drive to the enchanting Silale Swamp, offering a close encounter with the park's vibrant wildlife. After a delectable lunch and some leisure time back at the lodge, embark on another afternoon game drive, soaking in the sights and sounds of the African bush.

As the day winds down, savor the magic of an African sunset with sundowners overlooking the horizon, followed by a delightful dinner at the lodge.

Today's adventure takes you to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Along the way, you'll pause for a scenic lunch in Lake Manyara National Park, a haven for bird enthusiasts. Additionally, you'll have the opportunity to visit a local primary school supported by Tauck, interacting with the students and their dedicated teacher.

In the late afternoon, you'll reach your colonial lodge in Karatu, where charming cottage-style accommodations provide panoramic views of a coffee plantation and the striking eastern wall of the renowned Ngorongoro Crater. This evening, immerse yourself in Maasai culture as you participate in a hands-on workshop, creating Maasai crafts, including the unique art of making elephant dung paper.

Prepare for an exceptional day at Ngorongoro Crater, often referred to as Africa's 'Garden of Eden.' This remarkable location is one of the prime spots on your African journey to encounter the Big Five – elephants, leopards, lions, buffalo, and the rare black rhinoceros. Ngorongoro Crater boasts a diverse array of almost every species found in Africa, with the exception of giraffes due to the challenging descent into the caldera.

Your day will be filled with thrilling game drives and a unique picnic lunch on the crater floor, offering abundant opportunities to observe magnificent lions, swift cheetahs, graceful hippos, and a multitude of captivating bird species. In the evening, return to your lodge in Karatu for a well-deserved rest.

Today, bid farewell to Tloma Lodge as you catch a morning flight from Lake Manyara to the Seronera airstrip in Serengeti National Park. During your flight, you'll soar over Oldupai Gorge, a historic site where archaeologists Louis and Mary Leakey uncovered fossilized remains of one of the earliest known human species, dating back approximately 1.8 million years.

Upon your late morning arrival at Meliá Serengeti Lodge, your base for the next three nights in the heart of the expansive Serengeti plains, you'll be greeted with lunch. In the afternoon, embark on an exhilarating game drive in Serengeti National Park, a realm inhabited by diverse wildlife, including majestic lions, graceful antelopes, magnificent elephants, and herds of zebras.

Return to camp for a briefing about tomorrow's thrilling hot air balloon adventure across the Serengeti, followed by a delightful dinner at the lodge.

Today, the adventure reaches new heights as you rise early to experience Serengeti National Park from a whole new perspective – a mesmerizing hot air balloon ride over the sprawling Serengeti plains. Following this unforgettable journey, savor a champagne breakfast amidst the wilderness, followed by a morning of game viewing.

After a delectable lunch at the lodge and some leisure time in the afternoon, delve into the vibrant Maasai culture with a range of activities. Take a leisurely nature walk around the lodge with Maasai staff and immerse yourself in a Maasai beading class.

As the day winds down, return to your lodge for a special dinner, where you can share the tales of your remarkable adventures.

On your last full day of this incredible African journey, your Serengeti lodge invites you to relish the beauty of the African landscape, witness more wildlife wonders, and delve into the rich traditions and daily life of the Maasai people.

Kickstart your day with a memorable farewell game drive in Serengeti National Park, where you might encounter mesmerizing scenes of wildebeest migrations, thriving lion and cheetah populations, and graceful herds of giraffes and zebras – a living testament to Africa's intricate circle of life.

As the day unfolds, you'll have the opportunity to witness Tanzania's magical sunsets during a heartfelt farewell reception on your lodge's terrace, marking your final night on safari. Conclude your journey with a festive farewell dinner, where you can reflect on the incredible memories made.

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Your remarkable African adventure comes to a close today. After a flight back to the city of Arusha, you'll have the opportunity to visit the Shanga community project and enjoy lunch at the Cultural Heritage Center.

For those with late-night departures from Africa, we've arranged a day room for you at the Meliá Arusha, providing a convenient space to repack and relax as you desire.

In the evening, a transfer is included from the Meliá Arusha to Kilimanjaro International Airport, ensuring a seamless journey home.