8-Day Tanzania Big Five Photography & Cultural Immersion Safari 

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Price:

$3230.00

Duration

8 Days

People:

21

Tour Overview

On this 8-Day Tanzania Big Five Photography & Cultural Immersion Safari, experience breathtaking wildlife & community immersion in the midst of some of the most diverse landscapes; lions on trees, elephants among the acacias and a huge variety of animals inside a collapsed volcano home to the endangered black Rhino.

What Included

All accommodation (as per itinerary)
All meals (as specified)
Private 4x4 safari vehicle
Professional English-speaking guide
Park entrance and conservation fees
Bottled water during safari
Airport transfers (arrival & departure)
Game drives as per itinerary

Not included

International flights
Visa fees
Travel insurance
Tips and gratuities
Personal expenses (souvenirs, laundry, etc.)
Optional activities (e.g., hot air balloon safari)
Government-imposed tax increases

Tour Amenities

Camping
Photography
Wildlife watching

Tour Plan

  • Day 1: Arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport

    Upon arrival, you will receive a warm welcome followed by a private transfer from Kilimanjaro International Airport to your hotel in Arusha. Get enough rest to overcome the jet lag at your accommodation.

    Accommodation: Moivaro Lodge
    Meal Plan: Dinner

  • Day 2: Game Drive to Tarangire National Park – Home of Elephants & Baobab trees

    With an early breakfast, your guide will pick you up and proceed to Tarangire National Park one of the largest national parks in Tanzania, this place is characterized by the large herds of elephants, and the fascinating baobab trees also called the Tree of Life for its almost mythical powers that some cultures attach to it. This Park is especially known for Tarangire River which flows all year round and the only source of water for wild animals during dry seasons.

    Enjoy a picnic lunch at a scenic viewpoint overlooking the river, followed by an afternoon game drive before continuing to your lodge for dinner and overnight.

    Accommodation: Ikumbi Safari Lodge
    Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
    Drinks: Soft drinks included

  • Day 3: Game Drives Lake Manyara National Park and Transfer to Lake Eyasi

    After breakfast, you will drive to Lake Manyara National Park. The park’s namesake is a shallow, Salt Lake. It covers a large area of the park, flooding and drying with the seasons and is home to thousands of flamingos and over 500 other bird species. On your exploration of the park, you will see monkeys, giraffe, zebra, wildebeest, buffalo, elephant and with some luck, lions lounging in the trees. The Park is known for its diverse landscapes; not only open grassy plains, but also primate-filled woodlands and baobab dotted cliffs. After lunch and an extensive game drive, you will drive to your accommodation near Lake Eyasi.

    Accommodation: Lake Eyasi Safari Lodge
    Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
    Drinks: Soft drinks included

  • Day 4: Explore Lake Eyasi with Hadzabe & Datoga, Mbulu Community Experience

    Travel to Lake Eyasi, home to Tanzania’s unique huntergatherer communities. In the morning, visit the Hadzabe tribe and learn about their traditional lifestyle, including hunting with bows and arrows and deep knowledge of nature. You may also join a guided hunting experience.

    Continue with a visit to the Datoga tribe, skilled pastoralists and blacksmiths. Observe their metalworking, beadwork, and daily activities while learning about their customs and way of life. After your exploration, you will drive back to your accommodation, with time to relax and reflect on this rich cultural experience.

    Accommodation: Lake Eyasi Safari Lodge
    Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
    Drinks: Soft drinks included

  • Day 5 – Ngorongoro Crater Rim Experience – Maasai Village Visit

    With an early breakfast, you'll proceed to the famous Ngorongoro Highland, looking forward to descending into the famous Ngorongoro Crater rim and experiencing the 8th Wonder of the World. The jewel in Ngorongoro’s crown is a deep, volcanic crater, the largest unflooded and unbroken caldera in the world. About 20 km across, 600 meters deep, and 300 sq km in area, the Ngorongoro Crater is a breathtaking natural wonder. Explore Lake Magadi, a shallow alkaline lake where flamingos, hippos, and other waterbirds are often seen.

    Enjoy a cultural visit to a Maasai village, where you’ll experience their traditions and daily life. Learn about manyattas (homes), beadwork, clothing, and livestock practices. Experience traditional songs, dances, and stories, gaining insight into how the Maasai preserve their heritage while living alongside wildlife. After an unforgettable crater experience, continue your journey to the Serengeti Plains, where you will spend the night surrounded by the wilderness.

    Accommodation: Serenity Camp
    Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
    Drinks: Soft drinks included

  • Day 6: Exploring the Serengeti Plains

    Today, you'll spend the whole day on a game drive in this National Park, which is rich with all the different species of animals. To maximize wildlife viewing, you will carry a picnic lunch with you and spend the full day in the Serengeti National Park. The endless plains are alive with impressive herds of buffalo, wildebeest, elephants, giraffes, eland, impalas, and Grant’s gazelles, while iconic predators such as lions and leopards are often seen on the hunt.

    Accommodation: Serenity Camp
    Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
    Drinks: Soft drinks included

  • Day 7: Wildlife Viewing in Serengeti National Park & Transfer to Karatu

    You will spend the morning exploring the great Serengeti plains, its animals, and incredible landscapes. The Serengeti is the habitat for an abundance of wildlife, such as impalas, buffalo, crocodiles, and hippos, but is more well-known for its great migrating herds of zebras and wildebeest. The animals’ trek is determined by the rainfall and varies from year to year. You'll enjoy a picnic lunch and proceed to Karatu en-route famous Ngorongoro Highlands.

    Accommodation: Suricata Boma
    Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
    Drinks: Soft drinks included

  • Day 8: Community Immersion in Mto Wa Mbu – Transfer to Arusha or Kilimanjaro International airport

    Morning: Guided visit to local villages, engaging with residents, learning traditional crafts, and understanding daily life.

    Explore the vibrant culture of Mto wa Mbu (River of mosquitoes) Village near Lake Manyara, where over 100 ethnic groups live together. Enjoy a guided walk through the village, visiting homes, markets, farms, and workshops while learning about local crafts, art, cuisine, and daily life. Taste authentic local cuisine prepared by village families, gaining insight into regional flavors.

    We can decide to have a lavish local lunch in the areas before we head back to Arusha or to the airport for your flight back home with lots of African memories.

    Meal Plan: Breakfast & Lunch
    Drinks: Soft drinks included

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