Per Person
Discover the essence of Tanzania on a thrilling 7 -night, 8-day adventure that seamlessly blends extraordinary wildlife encounters with rich cultural experiences. Embark on game drives in the iconic Tarangire, Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater. Immerse yourself in local traditions by visiting the Maasai, Hadzabe, and Datoga tribes, gaining firsthand insights into their unique lifestyles.
Duration
8 Days
Activity
Safari
Category
Mid-range
Group size
6
Age
10+
Upon your arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, your Go Expeditions Africa Safari Guide will meet you for a transfer to Arusha. Relax and enjoy the scenic drive through the Tanzanian landscape. Our knowledgeable driver will be happy to answer any questions you have and share insights about our country.
In about an hour, you will arrive at the lodge in Arusha, where you can unwind and prepare for the exciting adventures that await you. Welcome to Tanzania!
After a delicious breakfast, set off for a transfer to Tarangire National Park for an exhilarating game drive. Your guide will lead you to prime game viewing spots within the park, renowned for its ancient baobab trees. The game drive will focus around the Tarangire River, the main water source in the park, which attracts a variety of animals including giraffes, hippos, buffaloes, zebras, wildebeests, and lions.
In the afternoon, your driver-guide will take you to a perfect spot for a hot picnic lunch. After lunch, continue exploring the park, scanning for various animals and birds, with over 500 species having been spotted in the area. After an exciting day of wildlife viewing, you will be transferred to the lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.
After breakfast, step into the world of the iconic Maasai Community, where tradition and heritage come alive. Engage with the Maasai people, renowned for their distinctive customs, dress, and semi-nomadic lifestyle. Learn about their age-old traditions, from warrior training to beadwork, and participate in traditional dances and ceremonies.
After an enriching morning with the Maasai, journey to the vibrant village of Mto wa Mbu for an authentic Tanzanian culinary experience. Visit a local home and be warmly welcomed by your host family. Savor a variety of traditional dishes, freshly prepared using locally sourced ingredients. This is a unique opportunity to taste the flavors of Tanzania.
After breakfast, embark on a long but scenic drive to Serengeti National Park, renowned for its famous wildebeest migration and abundant wildlife. En route to the camp, enjoy game viewing in Tanzania’s oldest park and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The journey offers excellent opportunities for spectacular wildlife sightings. You’ll have a hot picnic lunch in the Serengeti wilderness, surrounded by the breathtaking views of these award-winning endless plains.
In the morning, enjoy breakfast before setting out on a full-day game drive in Central Serengeti National Park, known for its big cats. You will quickly realize that the Serengeti is so vast and captivating that one visit is never enough, which is why many of our guests return time and time again.
Your experienced guide will lead you on a quest to spot Central Serengeti’s residents, including cheetahs, lions, leopards, hyenas, bat-eared foxes, reedbucks, giraffes, elephants, hippos, rhinos, warthogs, and many more. After game drive you will drive back to the camp for dinner and overnight.
Equipped with packed lunch you will drive to one of the Seven Natural Wonders of Africa, Ngorongoro Crater. Here, you will have the opportunity to search for the Big Five animals. Over a million years ago, Ngorongoro Crater, now the world’s largest inactive caldera, was once among Africa’s tallest mountains until volcanic forces caused it to dramatically collapse.
After lunch, you will embark on afternoon game drive an opportunity to search for buffaloes, zebras, elands, gazelles, elephants, lions, and scavengers like spotted hyenas and jackals. The crater also offers a glorious opportunity to see the endangered and rare black rhinos. After the game drive, you will ascend from the crater and drive to the lodge in Karatu for dinner and and overnight stay.
Start your day with an extraordinary cultural immersion by visiting the Hadzabe and Datoga. The Hadzabe, one of the last hunter-gatherer communities in Africa, will share their ancient traditions, survival skills, and unique language. Participate in their daily activities, such as traditional hunting techniques and foraging practices. Next, meet the Datoga people, renowned for their blacksmithing skills and intricate beadwork.
Return to your lodge in Karatu for a delightful lunch, where you can relax and reflect on the morning’s experiences. In the afternoon, embark on a scenic nature walk through the lush Ngorongoro Forest. Explore the Endoro Trail, leading you to the captivating Elephant Caves, formed by elephants digging for minerals. Along the way, enjoy the diverse flora and fauna, spot various bird species, and learn about the ecological significance of this pristine forest. Later return to the lodge for dinner and overnight.
After breakfast, you will drive back to Arusha town. Enjoy lunch at one of the city’s restaurants, followed by some leisure time. Depending on your departure flight, you will then be escorted to Kilimanjaro International Airport for your onward journey.
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Price per person
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