Exclusive family safari and beach holiday in Tanzania

A safari with kids. Fully tailored to your personal needs and preferences.

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ultimate travel experience for the entire family

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days of excitement and relaxation

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unforgettable face-to-face encounters with animals in the wild

Holiday Tanzania and Zanzibar with the family

Highlights of this Tanzania and Zanzibar family trip

Adventure with a 4x4 Land Cruiser and a private guide for your family. Explore Tanzania's breathtaking landscapes in a comfortable 4x4, guided by an experienced private guide who will lead you on this journey.
Meet the Maasai. Discover Maasai culture and enjoy a guided walk through their impressive homeland, where tradition and nature come together.
Safari in Lake Manyara, Serengeti, and Ngorongoro Crater. Experience iconic safaris in world-renowned national parks, where you'll encounter the Big Five and the Great Migration.
Stay in a family room at our tented camp in the Serengeti. A luxury tented camp in the heart of the Serengeti, where you can immerse yourself in the magic of the African wilderness.
Domestic flight to tropical Zanzibar for relaxation on pristine beaches, diving in turquoise waters, and exploring the historic charm of Stone Town.

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We tailor all our trips completely to your preferences. The program 'Tanzania Safari with kids' is designed to inspire you and give you a sense of the possibilities. This comprehensive travel plan includes:

A detailed day-by-day description of the route
Information about the accommodations and tented camps where you'll stay
Prices per person, adjusted to the season
Explanation of our approach, including details about our jeeps and experienced guides
Additional information to help you prepare for your trip to Tanzania

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Makasa Tanzania Safaris Sample itinerary Familytravel

Trip of a lifetime with Makasa

Makasa organized a beautiful safari for our family group of 6 (ranging in age from 25-75). Selma was responsive and flexible during the planning process, attending to every detail. We feel that we got excellent value.

Kathleen Hall

Great family experience with Makasa

The whole trip was very well thought-out put together. From the different places we stayed to the children’s car chairs for our two little companions of 2 and 4. We had a very pleasant journey thanks to Makasa.

Nick Ericson

The best safari experience with Makasa

We had such a great time and made memories for a life time. All the places Makasa arranged for us were great. If you want to make an unforgettable journey you have to book with Makasa. I'm sure you won't regret it!

Laura Brown

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Crossing the Serengeti in a private jeep with the family

You will travel in a Land Cruiser seating 5 to 7 people, driven by one of our experienced guides – heading for the world’s most famous wildlife parks such as Lake Manyara, the Ngorongoro Crater, and, of course, the Serengeti. You will feel as if you were stepping into the world of National Geographic. Your car is provided with a special interior with a roof that pops up, allowing you to stand up straight to film or take pictures. You will be amazed at the wildlife you will get to see here. Remember to pack the binoculars for the children!

A visit to the Maasai

In the Maasai Lodge, you will meet members of one of the most colourful and impressive tribes of Africa, the famous Maasai. You will stay the night in a boma (village) with a breathtaking view of the vast savannah plains of the Maasai land. Take a nature walk with your children – or put them on a donkey for a thrilling ride. Another option they might like is to take them to throw spears with real Maasai warriors – or you can do both! At night, you will dine on roasted goat by the fire – or enjoy another great dish, as you prefer. There are lodges for two as well as family lodges for families with young children.

Sleeping in family tents

What could be more exciting than staying the night in the wilderness? Safari nights tend to be a very special experience. Visitors usually spend at least a few of these nights in so-called tented camps. Other than that they have the heavy-duty canvas canopy in common, ordinary tents pale in comparison with these luxury glamping tents. The floors are made of wood and the interior design and particularly the beds are incredibly comfortable and romantic. The tents all have excellent private bathroom facilities. The biggest attraction, however, is the incomparable safari atmosphere. In the mornings, at breakfast, you can have great fun trying to imitate the animal sounds that you heard during the night. Guides are often very good at this. Now, was that a lion’s or a hyena’s cry?

Sun-soaked Zanzibar

Children will always want to go to the beach. What a lucky coincidence that sunny Zanzibar happens to lie so close off the coast! Beautiful Zanzibar, with its unparalleled pearly white beaches leading to the azure Indian Ocean, can best be described as a small paradise on earth. It is without a doubt the most delightful place to relax after an exciting safari. Take a refreshing dive to wash off the desert dust! You can go skin-diving, swim with dolphins or take a boat tour in an authentic dhow. A visit to the capital is definitely worth your while. The picturesque Stone Town is the epitome of the romantic beauty of the island. Two smaller islands are worth mentioning as well: Pemba and Mafia, each with their own, unique character.

We will organize the entire tour package of your choice for a trip to Tanzania tailored to the needs of your entire family

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A distant travel into the Great Unknown

If you are planning to travel to Tanzania, you know that it is nothing like a weekend in the country. It requires a lot more preparation and there are a few matters that require your attention. If you are not familiar with the country, you may have some questions or concerns. To the most frequently asked questions on this topic, we have a simple and reassuring answer.

Will I be at risk of malaria infection?

Tanzania is considered a low-risk country for malaria. Moreover, preventative medication is available to help keep you safe.

Is Tanzania a safe place to visit?

Yes, Tanzania has been one of the most stable countries on the African continent for decades.

Is there an age limit for children?

No, there is no age limit. We can adjust the programme to suit every age.

Is it dangerous to go on a safari?

No. As long as you play by the rules, there are hardly any risks.

How will I communicate?

Our office team as well as our tour guides are proficient in English.

Reliability

We are a member of TATO and are a fully licensed Tour Operator including TALA.

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A detailed day-by-day description of the route
Information about the accommodations and tented camps where you'll stay
Prices per person, adjusted to the season
Explanation of our approach, including details about our jeeps and experienced guides
Additional information to help you prepare for your trip to Tanzania

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Enjoy your family holiday without a worry in the world

If you have the good fortune of being able to go on a family trip to Tanzania, you will want to spend as much time as possible taking in the marvels of this amazing country. If you select Makasa to organize your trip, you can rely on us to facilitate just that. We will help you plan the entire tour package of your choice, from A to Z, leaving no stone unturned to ensure that your every wish is met. Subsequently, we will organize everything to perfection. Your trip is special to us, as special as it is to you.

Cabin crew, take your seats

Several airlines have scheduled flights to Tanzania. KLM, Ethiopian Airlines, Qatar Airways, and Turkish Airlines offer daily flights to Kilimanjaro International Airport. Kilimanjaro International Airport is situated in northern Tanzania between the cities of Arusha and Moshi. Moshi is home to Makasa. Located at the foot of Mount Kilimanjaro, close to the main wildlife parks, it lies at a driving distance of 45 minutes from the airport. One of our friendly attendants will be there to greet you and take you to your hotel. Welcome to Tanzania!

Makasa is there for you whenever you need us for advice, organization and anything you need during the trip

Once you have arrived at your destination, chances are that you will have little eye for anything but the marvels around you. Nevertheless, it is always good to know that Makasa is always nearby and ready to help you with anything you may need. We will be there in the background, so that you do not have to worry about a thing. We will arrange everything for you, even in unexpected events. And the list of benefits does not end there! View the full list below.

Private jeep and guide

Go on safari in a private Makasa Land Cruiser driven by one of our highly skilled and experienced guides, all of whom speak English fluently.

Relax and enjoy

Our goal is to make your life easier on your trip. We will take care of every detail, from collecting you from the airport to returning you after an amazing holiday.

International team

Selma is Dutch, while Ngomi is half German, half Tanzanian – a valuable combination if you want to plan a marvellous journey.

Tanzania top experts

We live and work in Tanzania, so we can show you the best spots and give you the best advice.

Award-winning operator

We have won the TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence ten years in a row – and we are very proud of this honour.

Safety first!

Makasa is a member of TATO (Tanzania Association of Tour Operators), so your safety is in good hands with us.

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A detailed day-by-day description of the route
Information about the accommodations and tented camps where you'll stay
Prices per person, adjusted to the season
Explanation of our approach, including details about our jeeps and experienced guides
Additional information to help you prepare for your trip to Tanzania

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Beyond perfect

If you want to give your kids the ultimate wildlife experience combined with some local insights you should choose Makasa! Reliable, more than flexible, professional and passionate are our words to subscribe them. We are Makasa most grateful for this great family experience!

Gerdien van Schelven

Great local company

We were fortunate to have Humphrey as our guide. He has an excellent knowledge of the flora and fauna. My 11 yr old son remarked that he had learned more during the safari than he had learned the past year in school. This was truly a life-changing vacation.

Albian Moore

Excellent family choice

Our family of 4-including 18 year old and 16 year old, had an amazing trip.From all the excellent communication, to our super knowledgeable and patient guide, Humphrey, to the lodgings they chose, to the animals we saw. This is absolutely the company to go with. Thank you Makasa!

Jill Haris

Tanzania and Zanzibar family holiday with children

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Our kids insist that a safari is the best holiday there is

We regularly take our children on safari and they always enjoy it tremendously. View one of our safari adventures with the whole family.

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Amazing experience

Makasa allows a family to have a safari experience that meets their needs. It was great to be able to travel with just our family of five - and see so much of Northern Tanzania. We absolutely loved the safari and have lots of great memories. I highly recommend Makasa Safaris.

Fam. Green

WOW, just WOW

Makasa is a top-notch company that offered a spectacular Safari with a personal touch. We have 2 kids ages 8 and 10 and they matched a guide that also had kids and Kaleby could not have been better! He was a joy to be around. A lifetime memory complete.

Bili Bell

Perfect safari with kids

The whole organization and personal consultation were outstanding, they made our 9 day trip an unforgettable experience! Many thanks also to our amazing guide David who made our journey so rich with many beautiful animal encounters. Thanks for this wonderful time!!

Oliver Dressnandt

This is just an example

The trip described above is just an example; a marvellous example, indeed, but there are many more options. You can choose to have more safari and less sun, or vice versa. Whether you want a longer or a shorter stay, simpler accommodations or more luxury, everything is possible. Please let us know what you want and we will be glad to arrange an itinerary that suits your every desire. Welcome to Makasa!

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