Safari and Cultural Immersion

3 days—Safari and Cultural Immersion

$1500-3200 USD

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Safari summary

This three-day safari is a perfect blend of exhilarating wildlife encounters and rich cultural exploration in northern Tanzania. The adventure begins in Tarangire National Park, renowned for its elephant populations. You will then visit the breathtaking Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site teeming with wildlife. The tour also offers a unique opportunity to interact with the Maasai, Hadzabe hunter-gatherers, and Datoga blacksmiths. This comprehensive tour provides a fantastic, action-packed experience of Tanzania's diverse natural beauty and cultural heritage.

About this tour

	Tour type	Custom, tailor-made, private
	Main focus	Game drives
	Activity level	Easy activity
	Best months	All months
	Countries	Tanzania
	Parks	Ngorongoro Crater Tarangire

Fine details

Safari highlights

Cultural visits—orphanages, markets, schools
Sightseeing | shopping | markets
Wildlife sanctuaries

What’s included?

Accommodation
Airport transfers
All drinks
Meals
Park fees
Private vehicle and driver

What’s not included?

Accommodation
Alcoholic beverages
Hot air balloons
Internal flights
International flights
Laundry
Premium alcoholic beverages
Spa treatments
Tips and gratuities
Visas

Itinerary

Day 1: Tarangire Safari

Tarangire

Upon your arrival at Arusha Airport, you will be met by your guide and immediately transferred to Tarangire National Park. This park is famous for its vast elephant herds and iconic baobab trees. Your game drive will take you through diverse landscapes, offering excellent opportunities to see lions, giraffes, zebras, and many other animals. Afterward, you will drive to the Karatu area for your overnight stay at Marera Valley Lodge.

Marera Valley Lodge

Day 2: Ngorongoro Crater & Maasai T

Ngorongoro Crater

Today begins with an insightful visit to a local Maasai village in the Ngorongoro Highlands. You will learn about their traditional lifestyle and participate in cultural dances. After the village visit, you will descend into the magnificent Ngorongoro Crater. This ancient caldera is home to an incredible concentration of wildlife, including the endangered black rhino and large flocks of flamingos, offering unparalleled photographic opportunities.

Marera Valley Lodge

Day 3: Tribal Visits & Departure

After breakfast, you will drive to Lake Eyasi for a rare cultural experience. You will meet the Hadzabe, one of the last remaining hunter-gatherer tribes in Africa, and the Datoga, skilled blacksmiths. You'll learn about their ancient hunting and metalworking traditions, respectively. Following this immersive visit, you will begin your transfer back to Arusha for your onward journey or flight.

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