Tanzania safari experiences are desired by many who seek to explore the country’s natural wonders and beauty with their families. The East African Country is a leading safari tour destination most renowned for iconic attractions like the Ngorongoro Crater. Wildlife adventures comprise most of Tanzania family safari experiences but there is a lot to explore.
Tanzania is culturally diverse with a rich historical background offering some of the most remarkable discovery journeys. All these adventures are exclusive and can be enjoyed in different Tanzania family safari destinations that include the following.
Serengeti
Serengeti is the most famous and visited Tanzania safari tour destination. It is located in Northern Tanzania stretching to the border with Kenya’s Masai Mara. Masai Mara and Serengeti have an open savanna ecosystem that is home to the Big Cats, four of the Big Five Mammals, giraffes, and many other safari animals.
The wildebeest migration is the most iconic wildlife phenomenon that happens between Serengeti and Masai Mara. This annual mass movement involves wildebeests, zebras, the topi, and gazelles moving over the open plains looking for fresh pasture. On this epic journey, the migrating herds face several obstacles including river crossings of the Grumeti and Mara Rivers. These are home to the world’s deadliest crocodiles that await to take down their prey.
Serengeti is home to the highest Big cats population including lions, leopards, and cheetahs. These cats’ survival is mainly dependent on the abundance of prey that is rejuvenated by the wildebeest calving period. Safari experiences in Serengeti are raw but some of the best to experience when on a family safari tour. Lodges and Camps in and adjacent to the park have a child policy that varies depending on the age of the child if any.
It is also important to involve children when taking on such adventures as that is when they appreciate nature and the need for sustainability.
Dar-es-salaam
Dar-es-salaam is Tanzania’s oldest Capital and Largest city. It is located in the southeastern part of the country bordering the Indian Ocean to the East. Dar-es-salaam is a historical and culturally diverse city with a mixture of native African tribes, Arabs, and Europeans.
The city’s location along the coast makes it among the best Tanzania family safari destinations. It has well-developed and maintained white sand beaches that can be visited any time of the day. It is among the few Tanzania safari destinations where you can have a quick getaway. There is nothing that refreshes as spending some time by the sea with your family and friends.
Dar-es-salaam has well-developed resorts of all budget categories suitable for family safaris. You can have city tour excursions to some of the historical attractions or visit vibrant local markets with Swahili-inspired architecture.
Tarangire
Tarangire National Park is the land of giants. It is also located in Northern Tanzania and is among the best Tanzania family safari destinations you can visit. The park offers the best safari journeys with elephants, the land’s largest mammals. More than elephants, Tarangire has a mini migration in June that involves several antelope species, zebras, and elephants. These are often seen in large numbers grazing the savannas of the park.
Tarangire has a reasonable big cat population. It is most famous for the tree-climbing lions that prefer to rest in tree branches after a successful hunt. The park is also a great birding safari destination with over 500 bird species.
You can never go wrong choosing Tarangire for your Tanzania family safari adventures. The best part about Tarangire is the exclusive safari moments because the park is not as crowded as Serengeti. You therefore have more chances of creating your most desired family safari moments.
Zanzibar
The Zanzibar archipelago is among the exclusive Tanzania family safari destinations. It is located about 20 to 50 kilometers off the Tanzania mainland. Zanzibar being an island gives it an exclusive advantage if compared to other Tanzania safari destinations. It is ideal for honeymoon and destination weddings that often involve families coming together.
Zanzibar has a rich history with historical attractions like stone town one of the oldest Swahili trading towns. It has architectural buildings dating back to the 18th and 19th Centuries. These have been maintained with some blending into modern designs but still retaining the rustic touch.
On a visit to Zanzibar, you stand a chance to explore the marine wildlife. Tanzania is most famous for its open savanna wildlife but has an underrated marine wildlife experience. It is home to marine wildlife species including sea turtles, dolphins, and several fish species. All these are best enjoyed when with your family making Zanzibar some of the best Tanzania family safari destinations.
Arusha
Arusha is northern Tanzania’s city and tourism capital. It is a gateway to all Northern Tanzania safari destinations. These include Mount Kilimanjaro, Serengeti National Park, the Ngorongoro Crater, and Ndutu Conservancy among others.
The city is well organized with an eco-friendly background and has several attractions including a museum. Museums often have a collection of a country’s attractions giving you a great insight of what to look forward to when going on tour. Away from the city, you can visit Arusha National Park. The park is home to several wildlife species including giraffes, zebras, buffaloes, and primates. It is also home to Mount Meru, Tanzania’s second-highest mountain after Kilimanjaro.
Arusha National Park has a vibrant bird life of both open savannas and forests that are easily spotted while on tour there. It is easily accessed from the city given its location just about 25 kilometers from the city centre. It can be visited in a day excursion and works well for those with limited time but would love to have a Tanzania Safari. The park’s easy accessibility makes it the ideal and ultimate Tanzania family safari destination.
Tanzania and the East African region in general offer the finest safari tour experiences. Kenya is magical with destinations like Amboseli, Samburu, and the coastal family safari destinations. Uganda and Rwanda are great for primates, especially mountain gorillas that live in the Virunga Mountains and Bwindi Impenetrable forests. Book your next family safari with us for memorable discovery journeys.
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