12-Day Kenya, Tanzania & Zanzibar Family Safari

Arrival and Welcome

First, arrive at Nairobi International Airport and meet your safari guide. Then, transfer to your family-friendly hotel. After check-in, settle in and enjoy some time to relax.

Family Relaxation

Later, enjoy a peaceful afternoon at the hotel. Alternatively, explore a nearby attraction if the family feels ready. Finally, enjoy dinner and prepare for the next day's safari adventure.

Drive from Nairobi to Amboseli

After breakfast, begin your journey from Nairobi to Amboseli National Park. Along the way, enjoy the beautiful Kenyan countryside and changing landscapes. Meanwhile, your guide can share interesting information about the region and its wildlife.

Afternoon Game Drive

After lunch, begin your first game drive in Amboseli. During the drive, look for elephants, zebras, giraffes, buffalo, and wildebeest. In addition, when the weather is clear, enjoy spectacular views of Mount Kilimanjaro.

Finally, return to your family-friendly lodge and settle in for the evening. Enjoy dinner with your family and rest well before the next day’s adventure.

Early Morning Game Drive

First, start the day with an early game drive when wildlife is often active. Therefore, you have a good opportunity to spot elephants and other animals.

Wildlife and Kilimanjaro Views

Afterward, return to the lodge for breakfast and a short rest. Later, continue exploring Amboseli’s plains and wetlands. In addition, look for large elephant herds, zebras, giraffes, buffalo, and wildebeest. When the weather is clear, enjoy beautiful views of Mount Kilimanjaro.

Finally, return to the lodge before sunset. Enjoy dinner with your family and relax after an exciting day in Amboseli National Park.

Journey to Namanga

After breakfast, leave Amboseli and drive toward Namanga. Enjoy the changing scenery as you approach the Kenya–Tanzania border.

Border Formalities

At Namanga, complete the necessary border and immigration formalities. Once finished, continue your journey into Tanzania.

Later, drive to Arusha and check into your hotel. Finally, spend the afternoon relaxing with your family and preparing for the next safari adventure.

Scenic Drive to Serengeti

After breakfast, begin your journey from Arusha to Serengeti National Park. Along the way, enjoy scenic views as Tanzania’s landscapes gradually change.

Afternoon Wildlife Drive

After entering the Serengeti, begin an afternoon game drive. Look for lions, elephants, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, and other wildlife. Meanwhile, enjoy the beautiful scenery of the park.

Later, continue to your lodge and settle in. Finally, enjoy dinner and relax with your family after an exciting day of travel and wildlife viewing.

Morning Game Drive

Start early with a game drive across the Serengeti plains. Look for predators and large herds of grazing animals as the park comes alive.

Serengeti Wildlife Experience

Afterward, return to the lodge for breakfast and a short break. Then, continue exploring different areas of the Serengeti while watching for diverse wildlife.

Later, return to the lodge for dinner. Finally, relax with your family and enjoy a peaceful evening after an exciting day in the Serengeti.

Final Serengeti Game Drive

After breakfast, enjoy your final game drive in the Serengeti. Continue watching for wildlife as you gradually leave the park.

Next, travel toward the Ngorongoro area. Along the way, enjoy Tanzania’s changing landscapes and observe local communities.

Highland Relaxation

Upon arrival, check into your lodge and enjoy the peaceful highland surroundings. Finally, spend the evening relaxing and enjoying quality family time.

Crater Wildlife Safari

Wake up early and descend into the crater for an exciting wildlife experience. Explore the crater floor and look for buffalo, elephants, zebras, wildebeest, hippos, hyenas, and flamingos.

Next, enjoy a picnic lunch in the designated area. Afterward, continue with a final game drive before leaving the crater.

Return to Arusha

Later, ascend from the crater and drive to Arusha. Finally, check into your hotel and enjoy a relaxing evening with your family.

Flight to Zanzibar

After breakfast, transfer to Arusha Airport for your flight to Zanzibar. Enjoy the changing views as you travel from Tanzania’s mainland to the beautiful coast.

Arrival in Zanzibar

Upon arrival at Zanzibar Airport, meet your driver and transfer to your beach hotel. Then, check in and settle comfortably.

Family Beach Relaxation

In the afternoon, relax by the beach with your family. Enjoy the warm coastal atmosphere and peaceful surroundings. After the safari adventure, this is the perfect time to unwind.

Stone Town Heritage

After breakfast, explore historic Stone Town with your family. Walk through its narrow streets and discover Zanzibar’s rich cultural heritage.

Culture and Local Life

Next, visit historic buildings, lively markets, and important landmarks. Along the way, learn more about Zanzibar’s unique Swahili culture and local traditions.

Later, return to your hotel and enjoy some quality family time. Finally, relax by the coast and enjoy a peaceful evening in Zanzibar.

Peaceful Beach Morning

Enjoy a peaceful morning by the Indian Ocean. Spend quality family time together while enjoying Zanzibar’s beautiful coastal scenery.

Family Leisure

Later, choose a suitable family activity or simply relax at the hotel. Alternatively, enjoy some free time at your own pace. Keep the afternoon flexible and comfortable.

Finally, end the day with a relaxing evening by the beach. Enjoy the sunset together and prepare for your final night in Zanzibar.

Breakfast and Relaxation

Enjoy your final breakfast at the hotel. Then, take some time to relax and enjoy your last moments in Zanzibar before departure.

Transfer to Zanzibar Airport

Afterward, your private driver will transfer your family to Zanzibar Airport according to your flight schedule. The journey will be arranged comfortably and on time.

Finally, your 12-day Kenya, Tanzania & Zanzibar family safari comes to an end. You depart with wonderful memories of East Africa’s wildlife, culture, adventure, and beautiful beaches.