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Go beyond the usual safari and connect deeply with Tanzania’s land, wildlife, and people. This 9-day Tanzania cultures & wildlife safari blends world class game viewing with meaningful cultural encounters, you will walk with the Hadzabe in Lake Eyasi, visit Maasai communities, and share a traditional meal in a local home at Mto wa Mbu.

Stay in handpicked lodges that offer comfort and character, and explore with expert local guides who bring every landscape and story to life. Each day is thoughtfully planned to balance adventure and ease, giving you space to truly take it all in. This is more than a safari, it’s a journey into Tanzania’s heart.

For a detailed itinerary and information about visas, money, weather and more. Download our Trip Notes

Trip Overview

Duration – 7 Days/6 Nights

Start/End – Arusha/Arusha

Destination – Arusha → Tarangire → Ngorongoro → Serengeti

Ideal for – Wildlife Lovers, First-Time Safari Goers, Couples

Trip Highlight

🌅 Golden-hour game drives in Serengeti

🦏 Rhino sightings in Ngorongoro Crater

🛌 Sleep in luxury tented camps under the stars

đź‘Ł Walk with Maasai warriors (optional)

Sunset game drives & bush dinners

  • Your Safari, Day by Day

Day 1: Lake Manyara National Park

  • After breakfast, depart Arusha and head to Lake Manyara National Park.
  • Enjoy a game drive in the park, known for tree climbing lions, flamingos, and lush groundwater forests.
  • Continue wildlife viewing and explore the lake’s diverse habitats.
  • Drive to Karatu and check in at your lodge.
  • Overnight: Dinner and stay at the lodge in Karatu.

Day 2: Mto wa Mbu Cultural Tour & Drive to Lake Eyasi

  • After breakfast, visit Mto wa Mbu for a vibrant cultural tour with a local guide.
  • Explore farms, homes, workshops, and enjoy a traditional Tanzanian lunch with locals.
  • Depart for Lake Eyasi, a quiet and scenic cultural region.
  • Arrive and check in at your lodge or camp near the lake.
  • Overnight: Dinner and stay at the lodge/camp in Lake Eyasi.

Day 3: Hadzabe & Datoga Cultural Tour

  • After an early breakfast, set out to visit the Hadzabe tribe for a hunting and gathering experience.
  • Learn traditional skills and take part in a forest walk with the Hadzabe people.
  • Visit the Datoga blacksmith community and witness ancient metalworking techniques.
  • Return to camp and relax by the lakeside.
  • Overnight: Dinner and stay at the lodge/camp in Lake Eyasi.

Day 4: Drive to Serengeti National Park

  • After breakfast, depart Lake Eyasi and begin your journey toward Serengeti National Park.
  • Enjoy a scenic drive through Ngorongoro Conservation Area with wildlife viewing opportunities.
  • Enter the Serengeti and embark on a thrilling game drive across its vast plains.
  • Check in at your lodge or camp in the Serengeti.
  • Overnight: Dinner and stay at the lodge/camp.

Day 5: Full Day Safari in Serengeti

  • After breakfast, head out for a full-day game drive in Serengeti’s central region.
  • Track lions, elephants, giraffes, and possibly the Great Migration herds.
  • Continue exploring the plains with a picnic lunch in the wild.
  • Return to camp as the sun sets over the savannah.
  • Overnight: Dinner and stay at the lodge/camp in the Serengeti.

Day 6: Explore Central Serengeti

  • Depart early for another game drive in the wildlife-rich Seronera Valley.
  • Spot predators, grazing herbivores, and diverse birdlife.
  • Relax at camp or continue with an optional short game drive.
  • Enjoy dinner and stories around the campfire.
    Overnight: Dinner and stay at the lodge/camp in the Serengeti.

Day 7: Drive to Ngorongoro with Maasai Village Visit

  • After breakfast, depart the Serengeti and drive to Ngorongoro.
  • Stop at a Maasai boma for a cultural visit, dance performance, and interaction with the community.
  • Continue to the crater rim through the highlands.
    Evening: Check in at your lodge or camp on the crater rim.
  • Overnight: Dinner and stay at the lodge/camp in Ngorongoro.

Day 8: Ngorongoro Crater Safari

  • After breakfast, descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for a half-day luxury game drive.
  • Explore this wildlife-rich caldera and spot endangered black rhino, lions, and hippos.
  • Picnic lunch by a scenic crater lake, followed by more game viewing.
  • Return to your lodge and unwind with a spa treatment or glass of champagne.
  • Dinner and stay at the lodge/camp in Ngorongoro.

Day 9: Return to Arusha or Kilimanjaro Airport

  • After breakfast, take a private transfer back to Arusha or opt for a short scenic flight.
  • Stop for final views or a local artisan market depending on your schedule.
  • Arrive in Arusha for lunch and freshen up before heading to the airport.
  • Connect with your international flight.
  • Overnight: End of safari.

What you get & What to Prepare for

Get the full picture of what’s included in your safari package and what extras you may need to plan for this short Tanzania safari. We’ve made it clear so you can focus on the adventure.

Safari Includes

Indicative safari price are per person. For a personalised quote tailored to your travel dates, please contact us.

  • Accommodation & Activities as per the program
  • All meals – breakfasts, packed lunches and evening meals
  • Game drives in 4Ă—4 Toyota Land Cruisers with Pop-up roof
  • All Park entry fees and government taxes
  • Unlimited game drives
  • Guaranteed window seats
  • Medical Flying Doctor Cover during the safari

Safari Excludes

Indicative safari price are per person. For a personalised quote tailored to your travel dates, please contact us.

  • International, domestic airfare & airfare taxes
  • Meals and beverages not explicitly listed as included
  • Items of a personal nature
  • Gratuities
  • Travel insurance
  • Optional excursions
  • Visa fees, if applicable
  • Visa fees, if applicable
  • Visa fees, if applicable

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Not sure if this 2 Day North Tanzania safari is right for you? Here are 5 reasons why it’s perfect:

Safari Includes

Indicative safari price are per person. For a personalised quote tailored to your travel dates, please contact us.

  • Accommodation & Activities as per the program
  • All meals – breakfasts, packed lunches and evening meals
  • Game drives in 4Ă—4 Toyota Land Cruisers with Pop-up roof
  • Unlimited game drives
  • All Park entry fees and government taxes 
  • Guaranteed window seats
  • Drinking water 
  • Medical Flying Doctor Cover during the safari

Pricing That Fits Your Safari

We believe every safari is unique, just like you! That’s why we offer custom pricing based on your needs, group size, and budget – no hidden fees, no fluff. Reach out for a clear, no-nonsense proposal, and start planning your dream Tanzania safari today!

Safari Includes

Indicative safari price are per person. For a personalised quote tailored to your travel dates, please contact us.

  • Accommodation & Activities as per the program
  • All meals – breakfasts, packed lunches and evening meals
  • Game drives in 4Ă—4 Toyota Land Cruisers with Pop-up roof
  • Unlimited game drives
  • All Park entry fees and government taxes 
  • Guaranteed window seats
  • Drinking water 
  • Medical Flying Doctor Cover during the safari

Safari Add-ons

For guests that want extra, our add on experiences awaits to surprise and delight you guests

People & Lifestyle

  • Experience Boma lifestyle
  • Hands-on knowlegde with Masai

Culture & Site Seeing

  • Hadzabe Visit
  • Mto Wa Mbu Tuk tuk Tour

Safari in Style

  • Balloon Safari

Support a Child, Receive a Reward!

  • Make a difference today! Travel with a cause and receive a $200 shopping voucher as our appreciation. We Belive in Ubuntu “I am because we are”

🌍 Need Guidance? We’ve Got You Covered!

Not sure if this 2 Day North Tanzania safari is right for you? Here are 5 reasons why it’s perfect:

Safari Includes

Indicative safari price are per person. For a personalised quote tailored to your travel dates, please contact us.

  • Accommodation & Activities as per the program
  • All meals – breakfasts, packed lunches and evening meals
  • Game drives in 4Ă—4 Toyota Land Cruisers with Pop-up roof
  • Unlimited game drives
  • All Park entry fees and government taxes 
  • Guaranteed window seats
  • Drinking water 
  • Medical Flying Doctor Cover during the safari

From $20,172 per adult

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