Budget SafariTarangire, Serengeti & Crater Family Safari
About this safari
A family-friendly northern-circuit adventure — the elephants of Tarangire, the plains of the Serengeti and the Big Five of the Ngorongoro Crater, at a relaxed pace.
A family-friendly northern-circuit adventure — the elephants of Tarangire, the plains of the Serengeti and the Big Five of the Ngorongoro Crater, at a relaxed pace.
Your itinerary
A guide to your journey — we’ll fine-tune every day around you.
Day1
Arrive in Kilimanjaro → Tarangire
🍽 Lunch · Dinner 🏕 Tarangire Treetops
Arrive in Kilimanjaro → Tarangire
Karibu! On arrival you are met by your safari specialist and travel on to Tarangire. Tarangire is defined by its ancient baobabs and its elephants — among the largest concentrations in Africa, drawn to the life-giving Tarangire River that snakes through the park.
Day2
Exploring Tarangire
🍽 Breakfast · Lunch · Dinner 🏕 Tarangire Treetops
Exploring Tarangire
Tarangire is defined by its ancient baobabs and its elephants — among the largest concentrations in Africa, drawn to the life-giving Tarangire River that snakes through the park. A full day to explore at your own pace, with morning and late-afternoon game drives when the wildlife is most active.
Day3
Travel to Serengeti
🍽 Breakfast · Lunch · Dinner 🏕 Serengeti Under Canvas
Travel to Serengeti
Today you journey on to Serengeti. The Serengeti is the stage on which the whole migration plays out — endless plains alive with herds to the horizon, koppies, acacias and big predators. One of the richest wildlife ecosystems on the planet.
Day4
Exploring Serengeti
🍽 Breakfast · Lunch · Dinner 🏕 Serengeti Under Canvas
Exploring Serengeti
The Serengeti is the stage on which the whole migration plays out — endless plains alive with herds to the horizon, koppies, acacias and big predators. One of the richest wildlife ecosystems on the planet. A full day to explore at your own pace, with morning and late-afternoon game drives when the wildlife is most active.
Day5
Travel to Ngorongoro Crater
🍽 Breakfast · Lunch · Dinner 🏕 The Highlands
Travel to Ngorongoro Crater
Today you journey on to Ngorongoro Crater. Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater — a collapsed volcano and natural amphitheatre teeming with wildlife, and one of the best places in Africa to complete your Big Five with the endangered black rhino.
Day6
Departure
🍽 Breakfast
Departure
After a final breakfast, transfer to the airport for your onward flight — or extend with a beach finale (just ask). We say kwaheri until your next adventure.
Where you’ll travel
Kilimanjaro → Tarangire → Serengeti → Ngorongoro Crater
Your lodges & camps
Every property on this safari has its own page on our site — explore the rooms, amenities and gallery before you travel.
LodgeTarangire Treetops
Elevated treehouse rooms built around ancient baobab and marula trees.
Mobile CampSerengeti Under Canvas
A mobile camp that moves with the migration — luxury under canvas in the wild.
LodgeThe Highlands
Striking domed suites on the forested rim of the Ngorongoro highlands.
What’s included
✓ Included
- All park & conservancy entrance fees
- Accommodation as specified
- All meals on safari as specified (B/L/D)
- Private 4×4 game drives with an expert local guide
- Drinking water on safari
- All government taxes & levies
- Airport meet-and-greet & transfers
✕ Not included
- International flights to/from East Africa
- Visas & travel insurance
- Gratuities for guides & camp staff
- Premium drinks & champagne
- Personal expenses & laundry
- Optional activities (balloon safari, gorilla permits where not stated)
Dates & prices
Join one of our guaranteed group departures below — or ask us to run this safari privately on any date you choose.
Sat 1 Aug 2026 – Thu 6 Aug 2026
- 👥 2 of 8 spots left
- 🛏 Private group · 2–7 guests · full board
- 🛡 A flexible deposit secures your seat; balance due before travel (card · PayPal · M-Pesa)
- ✦ Last minute price — save $340 per person (book by 18 Jul 2026)
Sat 12 Sep 2026 – Thu 17 Sep 2026
- 👥 3 of 8 spots left
- 🛏 Private group · 2–7 guests · full board
- 🛡 A flexible deposit secures your seat; balance due before travel (card · PayPal · M-Pesa)
Sat 24 Oct 2026 – Thu 29 Oct 2026
- 👥 5 of 8 spots left
- 🛏 Private group · 2–7 guests · full board
- 🛡 A flexible deposit secures your seat; balance due before travel (card · PayPal · M-Pesa)
Sat 19 Dec 2026 – Thu 24 Dec 2026
- 👥 Fully booked — join the waitlist
- 🛏 Private group · 2–7 guests · full board
- 🛡 A flexible deposit secures your seat; balance due before travel (card · PayPal · M-Pesa)
Sat 27 Feb 2027 – Thu 4 Mar 2027
- 👥 6 of 8 spots left
- 🛏 Private group · 2–7 guests · full board
- 🛡 A flexible deposit secures your seat; balance due before travel (card · PayPal · M-Pesa)
- ✦ Early bird price — save $410 per person (book by 29 Dec 2026)
Sat 8 May 2027 – Thu 13 May 2027
- 👥 7 of 8 spots left
- 🛏 Private group · 2–7 guests · full board
- 🛡 A flexible deposit secures your seat; balance due before travel (card · PayPal · M-Pesa)
- ✦ Sale price — save $520 per person
💰 Per person sharing, set-departure group rate. Single supplement +$860. Deposit secures your seat; balance due before travel — card · PayPal · M-Pesa.
What guests say about this safari
Aisha & Sam
SafariBookings · February 2026Honest pricing, zero hidden costs and a team that genuinely cares. We are already planning our next safari with them.
Sarah & Mark H.
SafariBookings · September 2025From the first email to the final sundowner, every detail was flawless. Our guide knew exactly where the wildlife would be — we had front-row seats the whole way.
Frequently asked questions
How does the tailor-made process work?
You tell us your dates, interests and budget, and a specialist designs a personalised itinerary — no fixed packages. We refine it together until it’s exactly right, then handle every booking and detail for you.
Is this safari suitable for children?
Yes — we offer a reduced child rate and can adapt the pace, game-drive timing and camps to suit families. Let us know your children’s ages and we’ll tailor it.
How do I secure my booking and pay?
A deposit secures your dates, with the balance due before travel. We accept secure card payments, PayPal and M-Pesa. Full terms come with your quote.
What about flights, visas and insurance?
International flights, visas and travel insurance are not included, but we’ll happily advise on all three and recommend trusted options.
Can I extend with a beach holiday?
Absolutely. A Zanzibar or Diani beach finale is a popular add-on — we’ll build it seamlessly into your itinerary.

Make this journey your own
Change the dates, the camps, the pace — anything. Tell us your dream and a real specialist will craft it around you, with no obligation.

