City Experiences Safari Itinerary for Family of Four in Africa

  • Day 1: Visit the National Museum of Kenya to learn about the country's history and culture. Explore the Nairobi National Park and spot lions, leopards, and other wildlife. End the day with a dinner at Carnivore Restaurant where you can taste exotic meats like crocodile and zebra.
  • Day 2: Start the day with a hot air balloon ride over the Masai Mara National Reserve. Visit a traditional Maasai village to immerse yourself in the local culture. End the day with a delicious dinner at the Governor's Camp.
  • Day 3: Explore the Serengeti National Park and witness the wildebeest migration. Visit the Olduvai Gorge Museum to learn about the area's rich archaeological sites. Spend the evening at the Four Seasons Safari Lodge Serengeti.
  • Day 4: Take a nature walk with a certified guide in the Lake Manyara National Park. Enjoy a picnic lunch by the Maji Moto hot springs. End the day with a sunset game drive and dinner at the Ngorongoro Crater Lodge.
  • Day 5: Start your day with a visit to the Ngorongoro Crater and witness the magnificent views of the caldera. Then go on a cultural tour of the Mto wa Mbu village and interact with the locals. End the day with a private dinner at Gibbs Farm with farm-to-table cuisine.
  • Day 6: Start the day with a hot air balloon ride over the Tarangire National Park. Visit the Tarangire Elephant Project to learn about elephant conservation efforts. End the day with a goodbye dinner at the Onsea House.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • National Museum of Kenya (2 hours, $15 per person)
  • Nairobi National Park (4 hours, $55 per person)
  • Carnivore Restaurant (2 hours, $30 per person)
  • Hot air balloon ride (1 hour, $450 per person)
  • Maasai village visit (2 hours, $30 per person)
  • Governor's Camp (1 night, $550 per person)
  • Serengeti National Park (1 day, $71 per person)
  • Olduvai Gorge Museum (2 hours, $11 per person)
  • Four Seasons Safari Lodge Serengeti (1 night, $950 per person)
  • Lake Manyara National Park (1 day, $71 per person)
  • Maji Moto hot springs (2 hours, $10 per person)
  • Ngorongoro Crater Lodge (1 night, $900 per person)
  • Ngorongoro Crater (4 hours, $200 per group)
  • Mto wa Mbu village tour (2 hours, $15 per person)
  • Gibbs Farm (1 dinner, $75 per person)
  • Tarangire National Park hot air balloon ride (1 hour, $450 per person)
  • Tarangire Elephant Project (2 hours, $25 per person)
  • Onsea House (1 dinner, $50 per person)
  • Total Estimated Costs: $6,550 per person

Transportation

All transportation will be provided by our experienced travel guides and drivers. You will be transported in a comfortable 4x4 safari vehicle throughout the trip. The estimated travel time between locations is 2-4 hours with costs varying depending on the accommodations you select.

Useful Tips

If you have more time, consider adding a visit to the Victoria Falls or spend more days exploring the wildlife reserves. If you have less time, consider removing a location or activity that does not fit with your interests or budget.

Airports

Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) is located 15 km from Nairobi city center. Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) is located in northern Tanzania and 46 km southeast of Arusha. Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR) is located in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania and it is the closest airport to the Saadani National Park.

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