6-Day Tarangire, Crater, Natron, Rift Valley & Culture

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

The Journey Begins | Elephants & Ancient Baobabs

Your Tanzanian adventure begins in Arusha with a journey to Tarangire National Park. Famous for its enormous elephant herds, ancient baobab trees and beautiful seasonal landscapes, Tarangire offers an unforgettable introduction to northern Tanzania. Spend the day exploring the park on game drives, following wildlife around the Tarangire River and other water sources. Look for elephants, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, buffalo and predators moving through the savannah. As the afternoon unfolds, continue your wildlife exploration before heading to your accommodation for a peaceful evening surrounded by the sounds of the African wilderness.

Meals: Lunch & Dinner

Overnight: Mto wa Mbu.

Main Destination:

Tarangire National Park

Best Time To Visit July to November (Animals come to the Tarangire River)

High Season June to October (The park is full of visitors)

Best Weather June to October (Little rainfall)

Wildlife in Tarangire NP

ElephantAbundant

GiraffeCommon

LionCommon

BuffaloAbundant

ZebraAbundant

WildebeestAbundant

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HippoCommon

HyenaOccasional

LeopardRare

CheetahRare

Wild DogVery Rare

White RhinoNone

Black RhinoNone

Accommodation:

Poapark Resort

• Budget hotel located 1-2hr drive from Tarangire NP

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Meals & Drinks:

• Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
• All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

Taste the Heart of Tanzania

Today, leave the wilderness behind and experience the human side of Tanzania in Mto wa Mbu. This vibrant community is home to people from different parts of the country, creating a fascinating mix of cultures, traditions, food and craftsmanship. Enjoy a guided cultural experience through the village, visiting local farms, markets, workshops and community projects. Taste traditional Tanzanian dishes prepared with locally grown ingredients and discover the stories behind everyday life. This is more than a stop on the way to another park—it is an opportunity to meet Tanzania through its people.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Overnight: Karatu.

Main Destination:

Mto Wa Mbu (Town)

Accommodation:

Hhando Coffee Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located near Karatu (Town)

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

Meet Tanzania Indigenous Communities

Travel deeper into rural Tanzania as you make your way to the shores of Lake Eyasi. Far from the busiest safari routes, the area offers a rare opportunity to experience indigenous cultures and traditional ways of life. Spend time with the Datoga community and learn about their craftsmanship, metalworking and pastoral traditions. Continue with a respectful community encounter with the Hadzabe, learning about their close relationship with the surrounding environment and their distinctive cultural traditions. The experience offers a genuine connection with a side of Tanzania that many visitors never encounter.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Overnight: Karatu.

Main Destination:

Lake Eyasi

Accommodation:

Hhando Coffee Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located less than 1hr drive from Lake Eyasi

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
• All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

Wildlife in a Natural Wonder

After an early start, travel toward the Ngorongoro Conservation Area and descend into the magnificent Ngorongoro Crater. Surrounded by towering walls, the crater floor supports one of the highest concentrations of wildlife in Tanzania. Spend the day exploring its diverse habitats in search of lions, elephants, buffalo, zebras, wildebeest, hippos and, with luck, the endangered black rhino. Enjoy a picnic lunch surrounded by spectacular scenery before continuing your game drive. Later, ascend from the crater and settle into your accommodation for the evening.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Overnight: Karatu.

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

White RhinoOccasional

LeopardOccasional

GiraffeNone

CheetahNone

Wild DogNone

Accommodation:

Lake Natron Tented Camp

• Mid-range tented camp located near Lake Natron

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

Flamingos & the Great Rift Valley

Today takes you away from the classic safari circuit toward the remote landscapes of Lake Natron. Journey through the dramatic Great Rift Valley, where volcanic mountains, open plains and striking geological formations create a completely different side of Tanzania. Explore the area around the alkaline lake, famous for its flamingo populations and unusual ecosystem. Depending on conditions, enjoy a guided nature walk and take in the extraordinary scenery surrounding the lake. With its remote atmosphere and volcanic landscape, Lake Natron provides one of the most distinctive experiences of the journey.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Overnight: Arusha.

Main Destination:

Lake Natron

Accommodation:

Lake Natron Tented Camp

• Mid-range tented camp located near Lake Natron

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

Forest, Wildlife & Farewell

Wake up surrounded by the dramatic scenery of Lake Natron and enjoy a relaxed final morning before beginning your journey back to Arusha. Travel through changing landscapes as the remote Rift Valley gradually gives way to the countryside around Arusha. This final drive offers time to reflect on a journey that has taken you from elephant-filled savannahs and vibrant communities to indigenous cultures, the wildlife-rich Ngorongoro Crater and the extraordinary volcanic landscapes of Lake Natron. Arrive in Arusha marking the end of your Tanzania Uncovered adventure.

Meals: Breakfast & Lunch.

Main Destination:

Lake Natron

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
• All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

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