16 Days | The ultimate East Africa Family Safari
Experience East Africa with your family as you discover the wildlife, history, people, culture and beauty that spans across this incredible landscape. Roam the famous Serengeti National Park, nearly 15,000 sq km of rolling savanna that shelters an astounding array of animals, from miniature dik-dik antelopes to the noble African elephant. Spot wildlife while taking in mind-blowing views from the edge of Ngorongoro Crater and listen to the sounds of the African night in a thrilling camping experience. This is also a human journey that puts you in the heart of the valleys once inhabited by some of humankind's earliest ancestors – where you’ll have the opportunity to learn from the Maasai community – hear about the customs and traditions of village life and even prepare a local Swahili dish. If you’re looking for a family adventure full of friendly folk and some of the best game-viewing in Africa, then this will truly be a trip to remember!
Trip overview
- Start
- Nairobi, Kenya
- Finish
- Nairobi, Kenya
- Theme
- Family
- Destinations
- Kenya, Tanzania
- Physical rating
- Indicates how physically exerting a trip is, and how fit you will need to be to enjoy it. More info on physical ratings
- Style
- Basix
- Ages
- Min 5
- Group size
- Min 2 - Max 16
- Trip code
- YGFAC
- Meet some Maasai Mamas (the name for women artisans in Tanzania) and learn about their village life, including how to prepare a local Swahili dish.
- Encounter roaring lions and magnificent zebra in the famous Serengeti National Park as our small safari vehicles get you close to the action in this spectacular wildlife arena.
- Keep your eyes peeled for black and white rhinos on an adventure through Lake Nakuru National Park
- Make friends with warriors of the Maasai tribe around the camp fire; they'll be on guard for lions while you and your family camp overnight
- Venture into the incredible Masai Mara National Reserve for a full-day game drive
- Please take into consideration if you are travelling with younger children that the going can be slow over the long distances and often bumpy roads. A little bit of patience will go a long way towards your enjoyment of this beautiful land! Some days have driving times of 6-7 hours. Furthermore there will be early mornings, when Africa is at its best.
- This is a participatory camping trip and everyone will embrace the team spirit by helping with camp setup, food preparation and cleaning. You and your family will be putting up and taking down your tent as you move from place to place.
- In Loita Hills (Day 13) you will stay in a bush camp with no shower facilities. The rewards of experiencing the Maasai culture, however, should more than make up for the lack of creature comforts.
- Our purpose-built overland vehicles allow for excellent game viewing, equipped with large sliding windows. They have no air-conditioning, however, so they can get dusty and hot at times.
- Please consider the season and research the weather conditions. Remember to come prepared with adequate clothing.
View the itinerary for departures between 01 January 2025 - 31 December 2025
Itinerary
Inclusions
15 breakfasts, 12 lunches, 9 dinners
Overland vehicle, 4x4 Safari Vehicle
Hotels (5 nights), Camping with basic facilities (8 nights), Cottage (2 nights)
- Kisongo - Cooking class, crafts & village walk
- Serengeti National Park - Overland Vehicle Game Drive
- Serengeti National Park - Afternoon 4WD Safari
- Mto wa Mbu - Village walk and lunch
- Nairobi - Langata Giraffe Sanctuary
- Lake Nakuru - Village walk
- Lake Nakuru - Overland Vehicle Game Drive
- Lake Naivasha - Game Walk in Crater Lake Game Sanctuary (entrance fee)
- Loita Hills - Cultural talk and village visit
- Loita Hills - Maasai Village Visit
- Masai Mara - 4x4 Game Drive
- Nairobi - City Experience Urban Adventure - USD55
- Nairobi - Karen Blixen museum - USD14
- Nairobi - Bomas of Kenya - USD12
- Nairobi - Langata Giraffe Sanctuary - KES1200
- Serengeti National Park - Balloon Ride (from price) - USD800
- Lake Naivasha - Bike hire - USD12
- Lake Naivasha - Hell's Gate NP (Game Drive) - USD65
- Lake Naivasha - Boat trip - KES4000
Dates and availability
Important notes
Travellers on Intrepid trips that start on or before 31 December 2022 are required to produce proof of full vaccination against COVID-19. Learn more about Intrepid’s COVID-19 policy.
1. A single supplement is available if you’d prefer not to share a room on this trip. The single supplement applies to all nights of your trip and is subject to availability. Please speak to your booking agent for further information.
2. Please note that these trips are for adults and children travelling together and there must be at least one child under 18 with you.
3. Minimum age for children on this trip is 5 years old.
4. A discount of 10% applies on this trip to children 17 years and under at time of travel.
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