6-Day Northern Bushmen Adventure - Camping

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

Pick up from airport and drive to Hotel in Arusha

A driver will pick you up from Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) and transfer you to Green Mountain Hotel in Arusha, located about 55 kilometers away. On a clear day, enjoy stunning views of both Mount Kilimanjaro and Mount Meru along the way. Arusha, known for its pleasant tropical climate, is a bustling city with an estimated population of 5 million, serving as a gateway to many of Tanzania’s renowned national parks and safari adventures.

Main Destination:

Arusha (City)

Accommodation:

Green Mountain Hotel

• Budget hotel located in Arusha (City)

Meals & Drinks:

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

Arusha to Lake Manyara National Park

Depart from Arusha at 8 AM with well-packed lunches for a full-day adventure in Lake Manyara National Park. This lush and scenic park is famous for its rare tree-climbing lions, diverse birdlife including pink flamingos, the bubbling Maji Moto hot springs, and large herds of African elephants roaming its forests and open plains. Enjoy your packed lunch at a designated picnic site inside the park while surrounded by nature. After an exciting day of wildlife viewing and exploration, exit the park by evening and head to Twiga Camp for a delicious dinner and overnight stay. Twiga Camp offers comfortable accommodations and features a swimming pool perfect for relaxing after a full day on safari.

Main Destination:

Lake Manyara National Park

Best Time To Visit June to October (Easier to spot animals)

High Season July to March (The northern section gets crowded)

Best Weather June to October (Little rainfall)

Wildlife in Lake Manyara NP

ElephantCommon

GiraffeCommon

BuffaloCommon

ZebraCommon

WildebeestCommon

HippoCommon

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LionOccasional

HyenaOccasional

LeopardRare

Wild DogVery Rare

White RhinoNone

Black RhinoNone

CheetahNone

Accommodation:

Twiga Lodge & Campsite (Lodge)

• Budget lodge located just outside Lake Manyara NP

Meals & Drinks:

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

Lake Manyara to Lake Eyasi

Depart after breakfast at 8 AM with packed lunches for a cultural day trip to Lake Eyasi, a remote and culturally rich region in northern Tanzania. Upon arrival, meet your local guide who will lead you to visit the Hadzabe people one of the last remaining hunter-gatherer tribes in Africa. Experience their traditional lifestyle, including a rare opportunity to join them on a bushwalk and hunting expedition for small game such as squirrels and baboons, using handmade bows and arrows. Later, visit the Datoga people, skilled blacksmiths and farmers, to learn about their unique customs, crafts, and way of life. This immersive cultural experience offers deep insight into Tanzania’s indigenous heritage. In the evening, head to Eyasi Datoga Campsite for dinner and overnight, surrounded by the tranquility of the Eyasi landscape.

Main Destination:

Lake Eyasi

Accommodation:

Budget camping

• At Lake Eyasi

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Lake Eyasi to Serengeti National Park

Depart after breakfast from Lake Eyasi at 7 AM with packed lunches for your journey to Serengeti National Park, famed for the legendary “Big 5” and the spectacular Great Wildebeest Migration. En route, you have the option to visit a traditional Maasai Village at an additional cost, offering a unique cultural experience. Arrive at the park by noon and enjoy your packed lunch at the entrance or picnic site. Continue with an afternoon game drive in the Seronera area, the heart of Central Serengeti, known for its year-round wildlife and predator sightings. Explore the vast plains and river valleys rich with lions, leopards, elephants, and more. As the sun sets over the savannah, head to Seronera Camp for a hearty dinner and an overnight stay, surrounded by the sounds of the wild.

Main Destination:

Serengeti National Park

Best Time To Visit January to February and June to October (Different areas are best at different times)

High Season July to March (The Seronera area is crowded)

Best Weather June to October (Little to no rainfall)

Wildlife in Serengeti NP

ElephantCommon

LionCommon

CheetahCommon

BuffaloAbundant

ZebraAbundant

WildebeestAbundant

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GiraffeCommon

HippoCommon

HyenaCommon

LeopardOccasional

Black RhinoVery Rare

Wild DogVery Rare

White RhinoNone

Accommodation:

Budget camping

• Inside Serengeti NP

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Serengeti National Park to Ngorongoro Crater

Begin your day with an early morning game drive from 6 AM to 11 AM in the Central Serengeti, a prime time to witness predators in action and wildlife stirring in the cool morning hours. Return to Seronera Camp for a warm brunch and some rest. By 12 PM, start your scenic drive toward Ngorongoro Crater, enjoying an en route game drive through the Serengeti’s diverse landscapes and wildlife-rich corridors. Keep your camera ready for any final sightings as you exit the park. Arrive at the Ngorongoro Conservation Area by late afternoon, reaching Simba Camp around 5 PM. Located on the crater rim at 2,700 meters above sea level, the camp offers breathtaking views and a cool, refreshing climate. Enjoy dinner and relax for the night, surrounded by the misty highlands and sounds of nature.

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

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ElephantCommon

HippoCommon

LeopardOccasional

GiraffeNone

White RhinoNone

CheetahNone

Wild DogNone

Accommodation:

Budget camping

• On the crater rim of Ngorongoro Crater

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Descend into Crater for Game drive, then drive to Arusha City

Enjoy an early breakfast and descend into the Ngorongoro Crater at 6 AM with packed lunches for a half-day game drive in one of the most spectacular wildlife destinations in Africa. This UNESCO World Heritage Site is home to an incredible concentration of animals, including the endangered Black Rhino, massive herds of wildebeest and zebras, and large prides of lions. You’ll also see pink flamingos and other birdlife around Lake Magadi, located on the crater floor. Midday, enjoy your packed lunch by the scenic Ngoitoktok Hippo Pool, where hippos wallow and birds thrive. After soaking in the beauty of the crater, begin your journey back to Arusha at 1 PM. Arrive by around 5 PM for drop-off in town or at your hotel for onward travel arrangements, concluding your unforgettable safari experience.

Main Destination:

Arusha (City)

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
• Non-alcoholic drinks

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