7 Days Premium Family Ndutu, Serengeti and Ngorongoro Safari

Plan a 7-day premium family Ndutu, Central Serengeti and Ngorongoro Safari with private drives and family-friendly lodging.

Introduce Your Family to Ndutu Calves, Serengeti Wildlife and Ngorongoro Crater

Introduce your family to three remarkable Northern Tanzania wildlife environments on this 7-Day Premium Family Ndutu, Central Serengeti and Ngorongoro Safari. Beginning in Arusha, your private journey travels to Ndutu’s seasonal plains, where an introductory afternoon drive and three flexible full-day safaris provide opportunities for young wildebeest, zebra foals, giraffes, elephants, predators and birds. The extended stay allows game drives to be divided into manageable sessions, with lodge breaks and flexible meal arrangements when practical. Day 5 combines another Ndutu safari with the journey to Central Serengeti, where children can discover kopjes, resident big cats and different landscapes. Day 6 continues through Serengeti before reaching Ngorongoro. A full crater game drive on Day 7 provides an exciting conclusion before returning to Arusha.

Tour Highlights

Day 1
Family Journey from Arusha to Ndutu
Day 2
Full-Day Family Calving Adventure
Day 3
Wildlife Learning and Family Exploration
Day 4
Predators, Birds and Different Habitats
Day 5
Ndutu Family Safari and Central Serengeti Journey
Day 6
Central Serengeti Wildlife and Journey to Ngorongoro
Day 7
Full-Day Family Ngorongoro Safari and Arusha

Tour Features

Duration 7 Days
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Tour Mode Drive In – Drive Out
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Main Tour Focus Serengeti Migration
Tour Type Private Safari
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Special For NIL
Destination/Accommodation
Start/End
Arusha
Tour Starting & Ending Point
1
Day 1
Ndutu Area
Overnight: Lake Masek Tented Lodge
2
Day 2
Ndutu Area
Overnight: Lake Masek Tented Lodge
3
Day 3
Ndutu Area
Overnight: Lake Masek Tented Lodge
4
Day 4
Ndutu Area
Overnight: Lake Masek Tented Lodge
5
Day 5
Ndutu Area
Overnight: Serengeti Melia Safari Lodge
6
Day 6
Central Serengeti
Overnight: andBeyond Ngorongoro Crater Lodge
7
Day 7
Ngorongoro Crater
Overnight: Ngorongoro Crater
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Day 1: Family Journey from Arusha to Ndutu

Family Journey from Arusha to Ndutu

Your family safari begins with collection from your Arusha hotel after breakfast. The private vehicle provides room for day bags, snacks, cameras and essential children’s items. You will travel through Mto wa Mbu and Karatu with planned comfort stops before entering the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. After lunch, you will continue toward Ndutu and begin a gentle half-day game drive. Children may enjoy identifying wildebeest, zebras, giraffes, gazelles and birds, while the guide uses clear explanations to introduce migration and animal-family behaviour. You will later arrive at a family-friendly premium lodge or luxury tented camp for dinner and overnight.

Destination:
Ndutu Area
Overnight:
Lake Masek Tented Lodge
  premium luxury 5 star lodge
Meals & Drinks:
Lunch, Dinner
Semi luxury 4 star lodge
Mid rage 3 star lodge
Lake Masek Tented Lodge
Lake Masek Tented Lodge
Lake Masek Tented Lodge
Lake Masek Tented Lodge
Lake Masek Tented Lodge
Lake Masek Tented Lodge
Lake Masek Tented Lodge
Lake Masek Tented Lodge

Day 2: Full-Day Family Calving Adventure

Full-Day Family Calving Adventure

After breakfast, your family will begin a flexible safari day. The guide may divide the experience into manageable wildlife sessions with breaks for snacks, lunch and rest. You will search for young wildebeest, zebra foals, elephants, giraffes and predators across open plains and nearby habitats. Parents should prepare children for possible predator-prey scenes, although the private vehicle allows the family to leave a difficult sighting whenever necessary. Lunch may be enjoyed in the field or at the lodge when practical. The afternoon schedule remains flexible according to the children’s energy.

Destination:
Ndutu Area
Overnight:
Lake Masek Tented Lodge
  premium luxury 5 star lodge
Meals & Drinks:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Lake Masek Tented Lodge
Lake Masek Tented Lodge
Lake Masek Tented Lodge
Lake Masek Tented Lodge
Lake Masek Tented Lodge
Lake Masek Tented Lodge
Semi luxury 4 star lodge
Lake Masek Tented Lodge
Lake Masek Tented Lodge
Mid rage 3 star lodge

Day 3: Wildlife Learning and Family Exploration

Wildlife Learning and Family Exploration

Your second full Ndutu day can begin early or after a relaxed breakfast. The guide may explore open plains, woodland and lake habitats, giving children opportunities to compare different animals and environments. Wildlife checklists, binoculars and simple photography activities can help younger travellers remain engaged. A lodge lunch and midday rest may be possible when wildlife remains nearby, while a picnic allows the family to stay close to more distant herds. The afternoon can focus on favourite animals or species not yet encountered before returning to the premium accommodation.

Destination:
Ndutu Area
Overnight:
Lake Masek Tented Lodge
  premium luxury 5 star lodge
Meals & Drinks:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Lake Masek Tented Lodge
Lake Masek Tented Lodge
Lake Masek Tented Lodge
Lake Masek Tented Lodge
Lake Masek Tented Lodge
Lake Masek Tented Lodge
Lake Masek Tented Lodge
Lake Masek Tented Lodge
Semi luxury 4 star lodge
Lake Masek Tented Lodge

Day 4: Predators, Birds and Different Habitats

Predators, Birds and Different Habitats

Your third full game-drive day focuses on species and habitats not fully explored earlier. The guide may search for cheetahs, lions, hyenas, elephants and seasonal birds while introducing lake and woodland scenery. The longer itinerary means the family does not need to force every major sighting into one day. Regular comfort stops and flexible lunch arrangements help keep the experience enjoyable. Parents can decide how long to remain at predator sightings and whether a midday lodge break is needed. You will return for dinner and your final full night in Ndutu.

Destination:
Ndutu Area
Overnight:
Lake Masek Tented Lodge
  premium luxury 5 star lodge
Meals & Drinks:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Lake Masek Tented Lodge
Lake Masek Tented Lodge
Lake Masek Tented Lodge
Lake Masek Tented Lodge
Lake Masek Tented Lodge
Lake Masek Tented Lodge
Lake Masek Tented Lodge
Lake Masek Tented Lodge
Lake Masek Tented Lodge
Semi luxury 4 star lodge

Day 5: Ndutu Family Safari and Central Serengeti Journey

Ndutu Family Safari and Central Serengeti Journey

Your morning begins with another Ndutu game drive, allowing children to search for favourite animals or wildlife not encountered earlier. After lunch arrangements, you will begin travelling toward Central Serengeti. The landscape changes from seasonal short-grass plains to broader savannahs, river valleys and rocky kopjes. Wildlife may be encountered throughout the transfer, turning the drive into an extended family game-viewing experience. Your guide will continue using simple, engaging explanations. You will arrive at a family-friendly premium lodge or tented camp in Central Serengeti for dinner and overnight.

Destination:
Ndutu Area
Overnight:
Serengeti Melia Safari Lodge
  luxury 5 star lodge
Meals & Drinks:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Serengeti Melia Safari Lodge
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Serengeti Melia Safari Lodge Images
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Serengeti Melia Safari Lodge Images
Serengeti Melia Safari Lodge
Serengeti Melia Safari Lodge Images
Serengeti Melia Safari Lodge Images
Serengeti Melia Safari Lodge
Serengeti Melia Safari Lodge Images

Day 6: Central Serengeti Wildlife and Journey to Ngorongoro

Central Serengeti Wildlife and Journey to Ngorongoro

After breakfast, your family will enjoy a focused half-day game drive across Central Serengeti. The Seronera Valley, kopjes and open plains may provide lions, leopards, cheetahs, elephants, giraffes and birds. The guide will balance wildlife opportunities with the family’s comfort and attention. After lunch, you will travel toward Ngorongoro, with wildlife and scenic stops included when practical. You will arrive at a premium lodge near the crater or in Karatu for dinner, rest and preparation for the final safari day.

Destination:
Central Serengeti
Overnight:
andBeyond Ngorongoro Crater Lodge
  premium luxury 5 star lodge
Meals & Drinks:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Day 7: Full-Day Family Ngorongoro Safari and Arusha

Full-Day Family Ngorongoro Safari and Arusha

Your final day begins early as you descend into Ngorongoro Crater. Children may enjoy spotting lions, buffaloes, zebras, wildebeest, elephants, hippos and birds across grassland, wetland and forest environments. The guide will explain the crater ecosystem using clear, age-appropriate language. A picnic lunch will be served at an authorised location with facilities available nearby. After completing the full game drive, you will ascend and begin the journey through Karatu and Mto wa Mbu toward Arusha. Comfort stops will be arranged along the route, with hotel drop-off expected during the evening

Destination:
Ngorongoro Crater

TOUR PRICE/COST

We offer two pricing options:

  •   Private Tour (Sharing Price)
  • The cost is shared within your private group. More people means a lower price per person.

  •   Group Joining Tour
  • Join others on a fixed-date tour at a set per-person rate—ideal for solo travelers or small groups.

    Gamedrive Cost

    No of pax Adult Price Child Price
    1 Pax From $3,317 pp From $2,488 pp
    2 Pax From $2,442 pp From $1,832 pp
    3 Pax From $2,150 pp From $1,613 pp
    4 Pax From $2,005 pp From $1,503 pp
    5 Pax From $1,917 pp From $1,438 pp
    6 Pax From $1,859 pp From $1,394 pp
    7+ Pax From $1,817 pp From $1,363 pp

    PRICE INCLUSIONS & PRICE EXCLUSIONS

    Inclusions
  •  Rescue fee
  •  Meals (as specified in the day-by-day description)
  •  All accommodation mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional upgrade)
  •  All transportation mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional)
  •  All Taxes/VAT
  • Exclusions
  •  International flights to/from the start/end of the tour
  •  Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
  •  Tips: tipping guideline
  •  Personal items
  •  Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
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    RELATED FAQS ABOUT 7 Days Premium Family Ndutu, Serengeti and Ngorongoro Safari

    1. What ages are suitable for this safari?

    Children of different ages can participate, but parents should consider the road journey and game-drive duration. Some camps have minimum-age rules. A private vehicle allows schedule adjustments. Every child’s age should be provided before booking.

    2. Can full-day drives be shortened?

    Yes. The private vehicle allows shorter sessions, extra breaks or lodge returns when practical. Wildlife location and accommodation distance affect the available options. The guide will recommend a realistic family schedule.

    3. Are family rooms available?

    Some premium properties provide family tents, interconnected rooms or additional beds. Availability is limited during migration season. Room configuration depends on children’s ages. Families should book early.

    4. Will children see predator-prey behaviour?

    It is possible because the safari takes place in natural ecosystems. Parents should prepare children in an age-appropriate way. The guide can leave a sighting when necessary. No family must remain at a distressing scene.

    5. Are child seats available?

    Child seats are not automatically included in every safari vehicle. Parents should provide each child’s age and weight. Suitable arrangements can then be discussed. Very young children may need an approved familiar seat.

    6. What food is available for children?

    Family-friendly properties can normally prepare simple meals with advance notice. Parents should communicate allergies and preferences. Remote camps may not stock every international product. Packed lunches can often be adjusted.

    7. Are toilets available during game drives?

    Facilities are available at lodges, gates and selected picnic sites. They are not available throughout the wilderness. The guide will plan stops whenever practical. Children should use facilities before long game-drive sections.

    8. Is the journey to Central Serengeti difficult for children?

    The transfer is long but includes wildlife and scenery. Snacks, water, comfortable clothing and quiet activities are useful. The private vehicle allows comfort stops when regulations and road conditions permit.

    9. Is Ngorongoro a full family safari day?

    Yes. Day 7 includes a full crater game drive before returning to Arusha. Families should prepare warm layers, snacks and any required medication. The crater offers excellent wildlife variety for children.

    10. Can Zanzibar be added?

    Yes. A family beach extension may follow the safari. Domestic flights, transfers and family-friendly accommodation can be arranged. Several beach nights are recommended after the road journey.

    REVIEWS FOR Introduce Your Family to Ndutu Calves, Serengeti Wildlife and Ngorongoro Crater

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    Perfect Premium Safari for Our Family

    5/5

    Our children remained excited because the guide explained wildlife clearly. Ndutu, Central Serengeti and Ngorongoro each offered something different. The private vehicle allowed regular breaks. Family accommodation was excellent.

    By: Jonathan David Harrison
    From: Flag GB

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    Children Loved the Wildebeest Calves

    5/5

    The young wildebeest and zebra foals were a wonderful introduction to African wildlife. Central Serengeti added lions and kopjes, while Ngorongoro provided hippos and buffaloes. Our guide answered every question patiently. The journey was unforgettable.

    By: Caroline Marie Lefevre
    From: Flag FR

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    Safe and Enjoyable Family Adventure

    5/5

    The safari felt safe and organised from beginning to end. Our guide drove carefully and checked whether the children needed rest. Wildlife remained excellent throughout the route. The family returned home very happy.

    By: Matthew Daniel Brooks
    From: Flag US

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    Wonderful Family Lodge Safari

    5/5

    Our family rooms offered enough space and comfort. Lodge staff adjusted meals for the children without difficulty. Every destination provided different wildlife. We would happily repeat the journey.

    By: Francesca Elena Marino
    From: Flag DK

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    Wonderful Family Lodge Safari

    5/5

    Our family rooms offered enough space and comfort. Lodge staff adjusted meals for the children without difficulty. Every destination provided different wildlife. We would happily repeat the journey.

    By: Francesca Elena Marino
    From: Flag DK

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    Flexible Game Drives Made the Difference

    5/5

    Travelling privately allowed us to adjust the Ndutu drives according to the children’s energy. We took additional stops and shortened one afternoon. Central Serengeti and the crater were managed carefully. The family never felt rushed.

    By: Anika Maria Hoffmann
    From: Flag CO

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    A Family Holiday to Remember

    5/5

    The combination of premium accommodation, wildlife and professional guiding was outstanding. Our children enjoyed binoculars and animal checklists. Every destination added a new experience. This was one of our best family holidays.

    By: Steven Mark Wallace
    From: Flag DK

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    Excellent Safari with Children

    5/5

    We were concerned about the long road journey, but regular stops and wildlife sightings made it manageable. The children remained interested throughout. Our guide was patient and knowledgeable. The safari exceeded expectations.

    By: Elena Sofia Rodriguez
    From: Flag DK

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    Comfortable and Child-Friendly

    5/5

    The vehicle had enough space for our family and day bags. The lodges were welcoming and suitable for children. Our guide adapted the pace without reducing wildlife quality. The route was very well planned.

    By: Thomas Erik Svensson
    From: Flag DK

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    Best Family Migration and Crater Safari

    5/5

    The package balanced adventure, education and comfort perfectly. The children saw calves, giraffes, elephants, lions, hippos and many birds. Every part of the itinerary was explained clearly. We returned with unforgettable family memories.

    By: Amanda Ruth Peterson
    From: Flag DE

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