7-Day Essence of Tanzania &Swahili Safari

• You'll be collected from the airport.
• Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Arrival at JRO Arusha Town

Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO), you will be warmly welcomed by a Joja’s Adventure Tours representative. After a short briefing, you will be transferred to your hotel in Arusha for check-in.

Overnight: Point Zone Resort

Meals: Bed & Breakfast (BB).

Main Destination:

Arusha (City)

Accommodation:

Point Zone Resort

• Mid-range hotel located in Arusha (City)

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Arusha national park

After breakfast, depart for Arusha National Park, one of Tanzania’s most beautiful and diverse parks. Enjoy a full-day game drive exploring the rich landscapes including Mount Meru, Momella Lakes, and Ngurdoto Crater. Spot giraffes, zebras, buffaloes, flamingoes, and possibly the elusive colobus monkey.

Return to Arusha town in the evening.

Overnight: Point Zone Resort

Meals: Breakfast & Lunch and Dinner.

Main Destination:

Arusha National Park

Best Time To Visit June to October (Animals are easier to spot)

High Season July to March (The park can get busy)

Best Weather June to October (Little rainfall)

Wildlife in Arusha NP

GiraffeCommon

BuffaloCommon

ZebraCommon

HippoCommon

ElephantOccasional

WildebeestOccasional

Show more

LeopardRare

HyenaRare

White RhinoNone

Black RhinoNone

LionNone

CheetahNone

Wild DogNone

Accommodation:

Point Zone Resort

• Mid-range hotel located in Arusha (City)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast & dinner (Lunch not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Local tour at Arusha

Local Family Experience & Coffee Tour

Immerse yourself in authentic Tanzanian life. Spend the day visiting a local family to learn about daily life, traditions, cooking, and farming practices. Later, enjoy a guided coffee tour where you'll see the entire process—from bean to cup—and enjoy tasting locally brewed Arabica coffee.

Overnight: Point Zone Resort

Meals: Breakfast Lunch and dinner.

Main Destination:

Arusha (City)

Accommodation:

Point Zone Resort

• Mid-range hotel located in Arusha (City)

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Maasai village tour

Cultural Tour – Mission Visit or Maasai Village

Depending on availability and your interest, choose between:

Visiting historic churches and missionary sites, rich in colonial and spiritual history,
OR

Experiencing a Maasai village visit, where you'll engage with Maasai traditions, dances, and their semi-nomadic way of life.

Return to your lodge in the evening.

Overnight: Point Zone Resort

Meals: Breakfast Lunch and dinner.

Main Destination:

Olpopongi Maasai Cultural Village (Cultural Village)

Accommodation:

Point Zone Resort

• Mid-range hotel located in Arusha (City)

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Ngoro Ngoro Crater

Full-Day Safari – Ngorongoro Crater

Early morning departure to the world-renowned Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the best places to view the Big Five. Descend into the crater and enjoy a full day of game viewing surrounded by breathtaking scenery.

After the safari, ascend from the crater and return to Arusha in the late afternoon.

Overnight: Fanaka Lodge at Karatu

Meals: Breakfast, Picnic Lunch and Dinner.

Main Destination:

Ngorongoro Crater

Best Time To Visit June to October (Wildlife viewing is best)

High Season Most of the year – July to March (Expect crowds)

Best Weather June to October (Rainfall is little to none)

Wildlife in Ngorongoro Crater

Black RhinoCommon

LionCommon

BuffaloAbundant

ZebraAbundant

WildebeestAbundant

HyenaAbundant

Show more

ElephantCommon

HippoCommon

LeopardOccasional

GiraffeNone

White RhinoNone

CheetahNone

Wild DogNone

Accommodation:

Fanaka Lodge

• Budget lodge located 1-2hr drive from Ngorongoro Crater

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Arusha City Tour

Arusha City Tour & Tanzanite Museum

Explore the heart of Arusha with a guided city tour, including:

Central Market: Experience the vibrant local market full of fresh produce like tomatoes, onions, garlic, ginger, turmeric, cinnamon, and cloves.

Tanzanite Museum: Learn the full process of mining and cutting Tanzanite, a gemstone unique to Tanzania.

Optional visit to Maasai Market for local handicrafts and souvenirs.

Return to your lodge for lunch and relaxation.

Overnight: Point Zone Resort

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.

Main Destination:

Arusha (City)

Accommodation:

Point Zone Resort

• Mid-range hotel located in Arusha (City)

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Departure

After breakfast, depending on your flight schedule, transfer to:

Arusha Airport (ARK) for a flight to Zanzibar
OR

Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) for your international departure.

End of Tour – Karibu Tena! (Welcome Again!)

Inclusions:
All park entry fees and government taxes

Accommodation as mentioned (BB or HB depending on the day)

Transport in a 4x4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof

Professional English-speaking driver-guide

Meals as outlined

Bottled drinking water during safari days

All mentioned cultural activities (family visit, coffee tour, church/Maasai, city tour, museum)
Exclusions:
International flights
Visa fees
Travel insurance
Personal expenses
Tips & gratuities
Optional Zanzibar extension (can be arranged upon.

Main Destination:

Kilimanjaro Airport

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

• Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
• You'll be dropped off at the airport.