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Arrival
Day 1
Arrival and Transfer from Airport to Your Lodge
Arrival and Transfer from Airport to Your Lodge
Our driver will meet you at the airport and transfer you to your lodge. Standard check-in time is 2 pm.
If you require early check-in, please request it in advance through your travel expert, and we will be happy to assist, subject to availability.
If you need a different pick-up location, please let us know at the time of booking, and we’ll be glad to suggest alternative arrangements.
- Main Destination:
- Arusha (City)
- Accommodation:
- Gran Meliá Arusha
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 2
Walking Safari & Canoe Ride in Arusha National Park
Walking Safari & Canoe Ride in Arusha National Park
Arusha National Park is one of northern Tanzania’s most conveniently located safari destinations, known for its diverse landscapes, from Mount Meru and the savanna plains to the Momella Lakes. Early in the morning, set out on a 1.5-hour walking safari with an armed ranger to spot the park’s most active wildlife on foot. The ranger will guide you on how to safely observe animals and share fascinating insights about the habitat and its history.
Afterwards, enjoy a peaceful break by going canoeing on Momella Lake. This two-hour paddling journey offers close-up views of water birds, and you might also spot buffaloes, antelopes, or giraffes approaching the shore. In clear weather, the view of Mount Meru is spectacular.
Following the canoeing, you'll have a picnic lunch with panoramic views over the Momella Lakes. After lunch, you can either continue exploring the park with a short drive or head to your next lodge earlier, if you prefer to rest and recharge after a full day of activities.
- Main Destination:
- Arusha National Park
- Accommodation:
- Gran Meliá Arusha
Wildlife in Arusha NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 3
Walking with Locals & Local Tanzanian Lunch in Mto wa Mbu Village
Walking with Locals & Local Tanzanian Lunch in Mto wa Mbu Village
Today begins with a morning visit to the vibrant village of Mto wa Mbu – a cultural melting pot where over 120 tribes peacefully coexist, creating a bright and lively atmosphere. You’ll explore traditional tribal houses, wander through the local market, and get a glimpse into the daily lives of farmers, artisans, craftsmen, and painters. At the banana plantation, your guide will introduce you to the many varieties of this versatile plant and its various uses – from food to building materials and art. To top off the experience, you may try mbege – the traditional banana and millet beer.
Enjoy a local lunch right in the heart of Mto Wa Mbu village! It's a cozy homelike experience where you can taste delicious dishes made by local host family. You'll eat outside in a safe and tidy spot, trying locals' favorite foods that highlight Swahili cuisine, like sautéed veggies with rice, Ugali, potato and meat stew, local spinach, okra, and other veggies, all with tasty flatbreads called chapati.
- Main Destination:
- Mto Wa Mbu (Town)
- Accommodation:
- Kisima Ngeda Camp
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 4
Meeting Hadzabe and Datoga Tribes at Lake Eyasi
Meeting Hadzabe and Datoga Tribes at Lake Eyasi
Lake Eyasi is a picturesque creation of the Great Rift Valley. The lakeshore is a home for Hadza and Datooga tribes, absolutely different from each other. Hadza people were nomads in the past, they were living by hunting and gathering and little by little they had settled in this region. Their skill of survival in a wild world is extremely high and, of course, the ability of archery exceeds all expectations. In their turn, Datoga people, in contrast, always occupied with the cattle-breeding and land farming. They were drove to Lake Eyasi by other tribes who had better weapons and numerical preponderance. Being far away from the developing world, Hadza and Datooga people left in a wild state and could retain their way of life. And now, due to this fact, we can plunge in the atmosphere of the primal African life!
- Main Destination:
- Lake Eyasi
- Accommodation:
- Farm House Valley Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 5
Lake Natron
Lake Natron
This day will take place at Lake Natron, a very beautiful and remote place. Often featured in wildlife magazines, Natron is the only place in the world that has red-hued water. The color is attributed to a high content of special bacteria, which have a blood-red color. However, it can only be seen and photographed from a bird's-eye view. Lake Natron has very beautiful African landscapes and wild animals: ostriches, antelopes, zebras, giraffes also live here, but due to its remote nature, there are not many tourists. This is a great place to start or end your safari through Tanzania's northern parks.
It can be quite hot during the day. To freshen up, you can swim in the springs nearby. Water flows into them directly from the slopes of the Ngorongoro Reserve. It is very pure and well-saturated with sulfur. Some scientists believe it is beneficial for the development of bones in the body. We're not sure about that, but it's definitely not harmful.
- Main Destination:
- Lake Natron
- Accommodation:
- Lake Natron Camp
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 6
Lake Natron
Lake Natron
Very beautiful birds live on Lake Natron including large and small flamingos, which can have numbers of tens of thousands at a time! The brilliant pink birds taking flight is a very beautiful sight. Flamingos are very fond of Lake Natron, because here they are guaranteed not to be disturbed by predators because of the water’s high alkaline level. Every year from September through to April, more than three-quarters of all Lesser Flamingos in the world are born on Lake Natron. Eggs are laid in the shallow mud of the waters, and new chicks hatch along the shore. Through binoculars, you can watch very small chicks that are just taking their first steps. They are still gray in color, but very soon their plumage will begin to turn pink.
In addition to flamingos, pelicans and other birds are found in the vicinity of Lake Natron. In the wild, they behave completely differently from the zoo - the birds are very active and playful.
- Main Destination:
- Lake Natron
- Accommodation:
- Lake Natron Camp
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 7
Hike to Engaresero Waterfall at Lake Natron
Hike to Engaresero Waterfall at Lake Natron
Today your guide will take you to the Engaresero Falls. These are picturesque waterfalls, found only by a pleasant hike. The falls are not accessible by car, but you will be led by a guide from the local Masai tribe. It takes approximately one hour, and we advise wearing light shoes that you don’t mind getting wet. You can swim in the pools below the waterfall, do not forget your bathing suit and a towel! Wild animals can be seen in the Natron area. Although there are not as many of them as in the Serengeti, you can easily spot giraffes, zebras, ostriches, hyenas, impalas, wildebeests and other savannah inhabitants. Keep your camera ready!
Finally, there is one of the few active volcanoes in East Africa - Ol Doinyo Lengai, the "Mountain of God" in the Maasai language. The area provides excellent photo opportunities to capture African landscapes.
- Main Destination:
- Lake Natron
- Accommodation:
- Farm House Valley Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 8
Iconic Savannah in Ngorongoro Crater
Iconic Savannah in Ngorongoro Crater
Today you will visit the legendary Ngorongoro Crater, part of the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Formed by an ancient volcano, this natural amphitheater is home to an incredible concentration of wildlife, often described as one of the densest in Africa.
After a scenic descent through lush forest, you’ll explore the crater floor, where elephants, buffaloes, zebras, lions and even rare black rhinos can be seen. Most animals remain inside the caldera thanks to its year-round water and grazing.
You’ll enjoy a picnic near Lake Magadi, where hippos rest in the shallows and birds circle overhead. It’s a truly unique safari setting and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
- Main Destination:
- Ngorongoro Crater
- Accommodation:
- Gran Meliá Arusha
Wildlife in Ngorongoro Crater
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 9
Transfer to Airport
Transfer to Airport
Our driver will pick you up from your hotel and transfer you to the airport in time for your flight. Standard hotel check-out time is 10:00 AM.
If you require a late check-out, please let us know at the time of booking – we will be happy to request it in advance (subject to availability and possible extra charges).
If you are not flying out on this day and have other plans, please inform us when booking. We can customize your program according to your schedule.
- Main Destination:
- No major destination visited
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation (End of tour)
- Meals & Drinks:
