This three-day safari blends classic northern Tanzania wildlife with authentic cultural immersion. Explore the elephant paradise of Tarangire National Park, meet the indigenous Hadzabe and Datoga tribes near Lake Eyasi, and descend into the world-famous Ngorongoro Crater for an unforgettable Big Five experience.
Designed for travelers seeking both wildlife and cultural depth, this itinerary offers a balanced and enriching safari experience.
• Scenic transfer from Arusha.
• Full-day Tarangire game drive.
• Elephant observation.
• Baobab landscape photography.
• Picnic lunch inside the park.
• Transfer to Karatu.
After early breakfast in Arusha, depart for Tarangire National Park, approximately 2.5 hours’ drive.
Tarangire is renowned for its massive elephant herds, ancient baobab trees, and diverse landscapes. The Tarangire River serves as a permanent water source, attracting wildlife year-round.
Expect to encounter:
• Large elephant families.
• Lions resting under acacia trees.
• Buffalo and zebra herds.
• Giraffes browsing in woodlands.
• Diverse birdlife species.
Enjoy a full-day game drive with picnic lunch inside the park before proceeding toward Karatu in the late afternoon.
Accommodation: Bougainvillea Safari Lodge
Meals: Lunch & Dinner
Early morning departure toward Lake Eyasi, home to the Hadzabe hunter-gatherer community and the Datoga pastoralists.
The Hadzabe are among the last remaining hunter-gatherer tribes in East Africa, maintaining a traditional lifestyle that has changed little over thousands of years. You will have the opportunity to join them briefly on a morning hunting excursion and learn about their survival techniques, use of medicinal plants, and traditional bush skills.
Later, visit the Datoga community, known for their blacksmith craftsmanship and cattle-herding traditions. Observe their traditional metalwork and learn about their nomadic heritage.
This day offers deep cultural insight and authentic interaction in a respectful and guided manner.
Return to Karatu in the afternoon for relaxation at your lodge.
Accommodation: Bougainvillea Safari Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
• Scenic transfer to Ngorongoro.
• Crater descent.
• Big Five tracking.
• Picnic lunch at hippo pool.
• Scenic return to Arusha.
After early breakfast, depart for Ngorongoro Conservation Area and descend 600 meters into the spectacular Ngorongoro Crater.
The crater floor is one of Africa’s most wildlife-dense ecosystems and offers one of the best chances to spot the Big Five in a single day.
Wildlife highlights may include:
• Black rhino.
• Lion prides.
• Large elephant bulls.
• Buffalo herds.
• Hippos and flamingos near crater lakes.
Enjoy a picnic lunch at the hippo pool before ascending the crater rim and beginning your scenic return journey to Arusha.
Arrival in Arusha in the late afternoon with drop-off at hotel or airport.
Accommodation: None/On request
Meals: Breakfast & Lunch
