10 Days Tanzania Safari and Cultural Experiences

First Night in Tanzania
Meet and greet upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport and transfer to your hotel in Arusha for dinner and overnight stay at Bed and Breakfast (BB)

Our Choices Includes;

Mid-Luxury: Mount Meru Game Lodge

Luxury: Lake Duluti Lodge

High-End: Arusha Coffee Lodge

After breakfast, you will be transferred to Arusha airport for an hour’s flight to Serengeti. The tour between June and October will take you to Mara River, and December to March will take you to Ndutu plains in Southern Serengeti.

The scenic flight gives you an overview of the Tanzanian safari plains; you will land in Serengeti after an hour.

Your safari starts when you land at the airstrip with a driver waiting to show you the magic of the Serengeti plains.

Our Choices include:

Mid-Luxury: Gnu Migration Camps
Luxury-Siringit Camp
High-End: Serengeti Bushtops

Day 4 :Safari En Route to Serengeti
Your journey continues to the world-renowned Serengeti National Park. Known for its vast plains and the Great Migration, Serengeti offers unrivaled wildlife encounters. You’ll enjoy game drives in search of the park’s resident predators and grazers. Spend the night in a lodge within the Serengeti.

Day 5: Serengeti National Park
A full day in the Serengeti allows for in-depth exploration. Witness the dynamic ecosystem and experience the thrill of tracking wildlife on the endless savannah. Another night in your Serengeti camp awaits.

Our Choices Includes;

Mid-Luxury: Mawe Tented Camp

Luxury: Siringit Camp
High-End: Lemala Nanyukie

Ngorongoro Crater
Prepare for a thrilling day at the Ngorongoro Crater, often called the “Eighth Wonder of the World.” This unique ecosystem is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and boasts incredible wildlife diversity, including the Big Five. You’ll descend into the crater for a full day of game viewing, followed by an overnight stay at Tarangire.

Our selection includes: 
Mid-Luxury: Karatu Tented Lodge
Luxury: Ngorongoro Neptune Lodge
High End: Gibbs Farm Lodge

A day at Lake Eyasi offers a unique and enriching experience quite different from the typical wildlife-focused safari day. This area is known for its cultural interactions, particularly with the Hadzabe and Datoga tribes, giving visitors a profound insight into Tanzania’s diverse cultural landscape.

Morning: Visit the Hadzabe Tribe
– Your day begins early as you head out to meet the Hadzabe community, one of the last hunter-gatherer tribes in Africa.
– You get to join them on a hunting expedition, witnessing their expert skills with bows and arrows. This experience provides a glimpse into their daily life and survival techniques that have been passed down for generations.
– The Hadzabe also share their knowledge of medicinal plants and their daily use.
– You might also participate in gathering fruits or honey, integral parts of their diet.

Midday: Interaction and Cultural Exchange
– Returning from the hunt, there’s usually an opportunity to engage in cultural exchanges. This might involve using a traditional bow, learning about their methods of making fire, or understanding their unique language, which includes click sounds.
– Lunch can be a traditional meal, sometimes including the game hunted in the morning.

Afternoon: Visit the Datoga Tribe
– The afternoon is often reserved for visiting the Datoga tribe, skilled blacksmiths, and pastoralists.
– You’ll observe their skills in metalworking, making arrowheads, jewelry, and tools, an essential aspect of their culture and economy.
– The Datoga also share their traditions, which include intricate beadwork and leather crafts.
– Interaction with the Datoga contrasts the Hadzabe lifestyle, showcasing the diversity of tribal cultures in Tanzania.

Evening:

Game drives en route to the next accommodation in Tarangire, where you spend a night at your favorite lodge or camp. 

Our Choices Includes;

Mid-Luxury: Baobab Tented Camp
Luxury: Kuro Treetops Lodge
High-End: Mpingo Ridge

A day spent in Tarangire National Park in northern Tanzania unfolds as a thrilling encounter with nature and wildlife in one of the country’s most diverse and picturesque landscapes.

Morning: Game Drive and Elephant Sightings
– The day typically starts at dawn when the wildlife is most active. As you venture out on a morning game drive, the park’s landscape, dotted with ancient baobab trees and acacia woodlands, creates a stunning backdrop.
– Tarangire is renowned for its large elephant population. Early mornings often provide the best opportunities to see these majestic creatures as herds gather at the Tarangire River or meander through the grasslands.
– Besides elephants, you may spot giraffes, waterbucks, and various bird species, including the colorful lilac-breasted roller and the large ground hornbill.

Midday: Picnic and Relaxation
As the day heats up, you might stop for a picnic lunch at one of the park’s designated areas. These areas often offer views overlooking the river or a landscape teeming with wildlife.
– This time is also perfect for rest, perhaps at a lodge or a shaded spot in the park, as animals retreat from the midday sun.

Afternoon: Drive to Africa Amini Maasai Lodge
Your safari culminates with a drive to Africa Amini Maasai village for the night.
A night at Africa Amini Maasai Lodge.

A day at Africa Amini near Arusha in Tanzania provides a unique and immersive experience of the Maasai culture, one of Africa’s most renowned and vibrant indigenous communities.

Morning: Welcome and Cultural Introduction
– Your day at Africa Amini starts with a warm welcome from the Maasai people, often accompanied by traditional singing and dancing.
– You are then introduced to their way of life, learning about their customs, beliefs, and the importance of cattle in their society.
– Participating in a traditional Maasai morning ritual or a guided walk around the village offers insight into their daily routines and practices.

Midday: Participatory Activities and Lunch
– Engaging in various participatory activities forms the core of the Africa Amini experience. You might learn to make Maasai jewelry, try your hand at traditional beading, or help construct a Maasai hut using local techniques and materials.
– A traditional lunch is usually served, giving you a taste of local cuisine, often prepared using ingredients sourced from the surrounding environment.

Afternoon: Learning and Interaction
– The afternoon might include learning about Maasai medicinal plants and their uses in traditional healing practices.
– Engaging with the community, you can partake in storytelling sessions, where elders share tales of Maasai folklore and history.
– Demonstrations of Maasai warrior training, including spear-throwing and jumping dances, offer a lively and interactive experience.

Evening: Sunset and Reflection
– As the day winds down, you can join a Maasai warrior for a walk in the surrounding area, observing the beautiful sunset and reflecting on the day’s experiences.
– The evening might conclude with more singing and dancing, a communal gathering that showcases the rich cultural heritage of the Maasai people.

Spending a day at Africa Amini is more than a cultural tour; it’s an opportunity to connect with and learn from the Maasai community, gaining a deeper understanding and appreciation for their enduring traditions and way of life.

Check out of the lodge and depart for the airport in time for your outbound flight.