9 Days Midrange Family Safari & Beach

Trip Overview
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Trip Overview

Perfect for families with children, this 9-day adventure blends wildlife, culture, and relaxation in Tanzania’s most iconic national parks. With private guides, comfortable lodges, and activities tailored for all ages, this safari offers a fun and educational experience. You’ll explore the Big Five in the Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater, walk with local tribes at Lake Eyasi, and enjoy family bonding moments under the African sky.

Duration: 9 Days / 8 Nights

Destinations: Arusha, Tarangire, Lake Manyara, Ngorongoro Crater, Serengeti, Lake Eyasi

Style: Private, midrange lodges & tented camps

Ideal for: Families with kids (ages 5+ recommended)

Best Time to Visit: June–October (dry season) or December–March (calving season in Serengeti)

Itinerary

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Day 1
Arrival in Kilimanjaro
Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport, where a Gardenia African Safaris guide greets you with fresh flowers and warm hospitality. Transfer to Forest Hill Hotel or Olerai Lodge, both tranquil properties nestled in lush gardens with Mount Meru views. Enjoy a welcome drink, and settle into your private room decorated for honeymooners. After a long journey, unwind in the peaceful surroundings with a quiet dinner and a toast to the start of your African love story.

Accommodation: Forest Hill Hotel or Olerai Lodge
Meals: Full Board
Day 2
Tarangire National Park – Elephants & Sunset Romance
Head to Tarangire National Park, famed for baobab trees and large elephant herds. Enjoy a full-day game drive, with picnic lunch surrounded by nature. Watch giraffes browsing, elephants bathing, and lions lounging under trees. Arrive at Burunge Tented Lodge or Tarangire Simba Lodge, where your canvas suite offers privacy and views of the savannah. Share a sundowner drink as the sun paints the sky, then enjoy a candlelit bush dinner.

Accommodation: Burunge Tented Lodge or Tarangire Simba Lodge,
Meals: Full Board
Day 3
Lake Manyara – Tree-Climbing Lions & Lakeside Views
Depart for Lake Manyara National Park, a green paradise where flamingos line the lake and lions rest in trees. A morning game drive brings sightings of hippos, elephants, and colorful birds. After a lakeside picnic, continue to Ngorongoro Coffee Lodge or Marera Valley Lodge in Karatu. Spend the evening sipping fresh Tanzanian coffee on your veranda or relaxing by the fireplace with your partner.

Accommodation: Ngorongoro Coffee Lodge
Meals: Full Board
Day 4
Into the Serengeti – The Land of Love & Lions
Begin the journey toward Serengeti National Park, passing through the misty Ngorongoro Highlands. Stop at scenic overlooks, and enjoy an en-route game drive into the iconic plains. Witness lions, cheetahs, and herds of migrating wildebeest. Arrive at your romantic tented camp—Moyo Tented Camp or Sound of Silence Camp—where your private tent offers views of the golden plains. Dine under the stars by firelight and fall asleep to the sounds of the wild.

Accommodation: camp—Moyo Tented Camp or Sound of Silence Camp
Meals: Full Board
Day 5
Full Day Serengeti Safari – Wild Beauty & Intimate Moments
Spend the day exploring Central Serengeti, known for thrilling wildlife and breathtaking vistas. Start with a sunrise game drive and end with a sunset over the plains. Spot lions, leopards, elephants, and herds of antelope. Share a picnic in a secluded spot and toast to your journey with a bush sundowner. Return to camp for a special honeymoon dinner arranged just for the two of you.

Accommodation: Moyo Tented Camp or Sound of Silence Camp
Meals: Full Board
Day 6
Serengeti to Ngorongoro Crater – A Natural Wonder
Enjoy a morning game drive en route to the Ngorongoro Crater—one of the most beautiful and wildlife-rich places on Earth. Descend 600 meters into the caldera, where lions, black rhinos, zebras, and flamingos roam. Enjoy a picnic lunch near the hippo pool. In the afternoon, ascend to Karatu and return to your cozy lodge for a peaceful evening.

Accommodation: Ngorongoro Coffee Lodge
Meals: Full Board
Day 7
Lake Eyasi – Culture & Connection
Today is about deepening your connection—not just with each other, but with Tanzania's indigenous cultures. Visit Lake Eyasi, where you’ll meet the Hadzabe, traditional hunter-gatherers. Participate in a morning hunt and learn about their unique way of life. Later, visit the Datoga tribe, skilled blacksmiths. These cultural experiences foster reflection, gratitude, and togetherness. Return to your lodge for a serene evening and storytelling by the fire.

Accommodation: Lake Eyasi Lodge
Meals: Full Board
Day 8
Mto wa Mbu – Colors, Culture & Cuisine
Visit Mto wa Mbu, a vibrant village where over 120 tribes coexist. Explore banana plantations, try local crafts, and enjoy a Swahili-style lunch with a local family—an intimate window into Tanzanian life. Walk hand-in-hand through markets, sample exotic fruits, and create shared memories with warm locals. Later, return to your lodge for a romantic farewell dinner under the stars.

Accommodation: Ngorongoro Coffee Lodge
Meals: Full Board
Day 9
Departure – A Love Story to Remember
After breakfast, transfer to Kilimanjaro International Airport for your flight home. As you leave behind the wild beauty of Tanzania, carry with you a shared story of love, adventure, and discovery. Your honeymoon safari, woven with wildlife, culture, and romance, will live in your hearts forever.

Meals: Full Board
End of Services – Transfer Included