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8-Day Tanzania Cultural Safari Adventure

Tanzania Cultural Safari

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Overview

Explore Maasai traditions, hunt with the Hadzabe, witness Datoga blacksmithing, experience Ngorongoro’s Big Five, and discover Arusha’s Cultural Heritage Center. This itinerary blends immersive cultural experiences with iconic wildlife encounters, offering a deeper connection to Tanzania’s people and landscapes.

Day by day itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Arusha

Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport and transfer to your lodge. Relax and enjoy a welcome dinner while preparing for your cultural adventure.
Accommodation: Arusha Town
Meals: Dinner

Day 2: Explore Maasai Culture in Arusha

Spend the day with the Maasai, learning about their lifestyle, traditions, and beadwork. Experience a captivating cultural dance performance and interact with community elders.
Accommodation: Arusha Town
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 3: Arusha to Lake Eyasi – Meet the Hadzabe Tribe

Travel to Lake Eyasi to meet the Hadzabe tribe. Join them on a traditional hunting trip and learn about their unique way of life.
Accommodation: Lake Eyasi
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 4: Datoga Blacksmith and Local Market Tour

Visit the Datoga tribe to observe their traditional blacksmithing techniques. Tour a local market to experience Tanzanian craftsmanship and daily life.
Accommodation: Lake Eyasi
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 5: Journey to Ngorongoro Conservation Area

Travel to Ngorongoro, stopping at local villages to learn about farming practices and taste freshly prepared Tanzanian dishes. Enjoy views of the highlands.
Accommodation: Ngorongoro
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 6: Ngorongoro Crater and Village Visit

Take a morning game drive in the Ngorongoro Crater, then visit a nearby village to share a traditional meal and hear captivating local stories.
Accommodation: Karatu
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 7: Return to Arusha – Cultural Heritage Center

Drive back to Arusha and visit the Cultural Heritage Center to shop for art and crafts. Reflect on your journey over a farewell dinner.
Accommodation: Arusha Town
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 8: Departure

Transfer to Kilimanjaro International Airport. Depart with unforgettable memories of Tanzania’s rich culture and warm hospitality.
Meals: Breakfast

What’s Included

  • All game drives as per itinerary
  • Safari vehicle (4x4 open-top Land Cruiser)
  • All park entry fees as per itinerary
  • Accommodation and meals at lodges/tented camps as per itinerary
  • English-speaking driver/guide
  • Drinking water during safari
  • At least 1 pair of binoculars
  • Accommodation in Arusha on bed & breakfast basis
  • Lunch in Arusha after safari
  • Airport transfers as per itinerary
  • Local flight from Arusha Airport to Seronera Airstrip in Serengeti National Park
  • Local flight from Seronera Airstrip to Arusha Airport
  • 18% VAT tax

What’s Not Included

  • Tipping for your driver/guide (recommended USD $20–$30 per person/day)
  • Any items of personal nature
  • Drinks at lodges (unless otherwise specified)
  • Travel insurance
  • Visa & vaccinations
  • International flights
  • Any extra activity not mentioned in the itinerary
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