- Drive time: Approximately 2–3 hours
- Main activity: Afternoon game drive in Tarangire National Park
Your family safari begins with a morning pickup from your hotel in Arusha. Meet your safari guide and travel to Tarangire National Park, one of northern Tanzania’s most rewarding wildlife destinations.
After entering the park, enjoy a game drive through landscapes dotted with ancient baobab trees, acacia woodlands and the seasonal Tarangire River. The park is particularly famous for its large elephant populations, and you may also encounter giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, buffaloes, lions and many bird species.
Enjoy a picnic lunch during the safari before continuing your afternoon wildlife exploration. Later, drive to your lodge or camp for dinner and an overnight stay.
Accommodation: Lodge or tented camp in the Tarangire area or Karatu.