Tanzania Adventure Safari Tour
6 days—Experience Tanzania’s wildlife and culture on a 6-day safari through Tarangire, Manyara, Lake Eyasi, and the Ngorongoro Crater.
$2408-3599 USD
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Safari summary
Embark on an unforgettable 6-day Tanzanian safari, exploring diverse landscapes, abundant wildlife, and rich cultural experiences. Begin in Arusha, where you’ll be welcomed and briefed for the adventure ahead. Journey to Tarangire National Park, home to vast elephant herds, lions, giraffes, zebras, and over 400 bird species, set against iconic baobab-studded savannahs. Next, discover the beauty of Lake Manyara National Park, known for tree-climbing lions, hippos, buffaloes, and flamingo-lined shores.
Experience the unique cultural heritage of Lake Eyasi, spending time with the Hadzabe hunter-gatherers and Datoga blacksmiths, learning traditional ways of life. Relax in the Ngorongoro Highlands, soaking in panoramic views and the cool mountain air. Conclude your journey with a thrilling game drive in the Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site teeming with lions, elephants, rhinos, zebras, wildebeest, and countless bird species.
About this tour
Tour type | Custom, tailor-made, private | |
Main focus | Game drives | |
Activity level | Easy activity | |
Best months | All months | |
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Accesibility |
This tour is modifiable for those with limited mobility.
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Fine details
Safari highlights
- Bird watching—with professional guide
- Cultural visits—orphanages, markets, schools
- Photography safari—with professional guide
What’s included?
- Accommodation
- Airport transfers
- All drinks
- Meals
- Park fees
- Private vehicle and driver
What’s not included?
- Alcoholic beverages
- Hot air balloons
- Internal flights
- International flights
- Laundry
- Premium alcoholic beverages
- Spa treatments
- Tips and gratuities
- Visas
Itinerary
Arrival in Arusha
Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, you will be greeted by our friendly team and transferred to your hotel in Arusha. After check-in, our guide will provide a full safari briefing, answer any questions, and ensure you are well prepared for the days ahead. The evening is free for you to relax and enjoy the calm atmosphere of your lodge, preparing for the adventure that awaits.
Tulia Retreat Hotel
Tarangire National Park
Tarangire
After breakfast, drive to Tarangire , a landscape defined by giant baobab trees and the life-giving Tarangire River. This park is famous for hosting one of Tanzania’s largest elephant populations, along with lions, giraffes, zebras, and over 400 species of birds. Enjoy a rewarding game drive through the park’s rolling savannah and river valleys, where wildlife gathers in great numbers, especially during the dry season. The scenery and wildlife encounters will create memories to last a lifetime.
Nsya Lodge & Camps
Lake Manyara National Park
Lake Manyara
After an early breakfast, set off to Lake Manyara, beautifully nestled at the base of the Great Rift Valley escarpment. The park is home to a variety of habitats ranging from groundwater forests to open savannahs and the sparkling alkaline lake itself. On your game drive, you may encounter elephants, buffaloes, hippos, and the park’s most famous residents the rare tree-climbing lions. The shores of the lake are often alive with thousands of flamingos, making for a breathtaking sight.
Nsya Lodge & Camps
Lake Eyasi Cultural Experience
This day offers a rare cultural adventure as you travel to Lake Eyasi, home to the Hadzabe tribes. Spend the morning with the Hadzabe, one of the last hunter-gatherer tribes in Africa, and join them in traditional hunting and gathering activities. Later, visit the Datoga tribe, skilled blacksmiths who craft jewelry, spears, and tools using ancient methods passed down for generations. The experience is both interactive and eye-opening, offering deep insights into Tanzania’s cultural diversity
Farm of Dreams Lodges
Ngorongoro Highlands
Ngorongoro Crater
After breakfast, head towards the Ngorongoro Highlands, a region of rolling hills, lush farms, and breathtaking views of the crater rim. This day is a slower pace, giving you time to soak in the beauty of the highlands. You can relax at your lodge, enjoy the cool mountain air, and prepare for the exciting crater adventure tomorrow. Optional short walks can be arranged for those who wish to stretch their legs and capture panoramic views of the surrounding landscapes.
Farm of Dreams Lodges
Ngorongoro Crater & Departure
Ngorongoro Crater
After an early breakfast, descend 600 meters into the Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site teeming with wildlife, including lions, elephants, rhinos, and zebras. Enjoy a morning game drive across its grasslands, forests, and swamps. After lunch, return to Arusha for your transfer to the airport, concluding an unforgettable safari.
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