Overview
Embark on an unforgettable 14-day Tanzania safari adventure that blends exhilarating wildlife experiences with rich cultural immersion. This comprehensive itinerary takes you through Tanzania's renowned national parks, from the stunning Materuni Waterfall and diverse ecosystems of Arusha National Park to the elephant-rich plains of Tarangire and the dramatic landscapes of Serengeti. Along the way, you will engage with local tribes, explore ancient human footprints, and enjoy diverse activities such as walking safaris, canoeing, and hot air balloon rides. This journey offers a unique blend of natural beauty, wildlife encounters, and cultural exploration, providing an ultimate Tanzanian adventure that will leave you with unforgettable memories.
Tour Highlights:
- Materuni Waterfall hike
- Coffee Tour
- Traditional Chagga Lunch
- Kikuletwa Hot Springs
- Walking Safari in Arusha National Park
- Canoeing in Lake Momella (optional)
- Tarangire National Park
- Game Drive at Tarangire National Park
- Hot Air Balloon safari at Tarangire National Park (optional)
- Night Game Drive in Tarangire National Park (optional)
- Engare Sero footprints
- Walking Sunrise Safari at Lake Natron
- Ngare Sero Waterfalls
- Maasai Boma visit
- Serengeti National Park
- Game Drive at Serengeti National Park
- Game Drive at Ngorongoro Crater
- Lake Eyasi
- Hadzabe tribe visit and Bushmen hunting experience
- Datoga Tribe visit
- Lake Manyara National Park
Start your adventure with a pickup from Arusha or Moshi. We’ll drive a short distance, passing by Banana and Coffee plantations. Begin your cultural exploration with a hike to the breathtaking Materuni Waterfall, nestled in the charming village of Materuni, home to the Chagga tribe (so make sure to wear good waterproof hiking shoes). Savor a traditional hot Chagga lunch. enjoy an immersive and interactive coffee tour where you will learn about traditional coffee-making methods, accompanied by Chagga songs and dances in which you can participate. Late afternoon, relax at the turquoise waters of Kikuletwa Hot Springs in Rundugai village also known as ‘CHEMKA’ a serene oasis, fed by underground water from mount Killimanjaro. End your day with dinner and an overnight stay at your hotel in Moshi.
Overnight: Accommodation of your choice
Meals: Lunch and Dinner
After breakfast, we’ll drive for about 45 minutes to Arusha National Park for a full day of exploration, with a choice of picnic box or a hot lunch. The park offers diverse ecosystems, and besides a game drive, you can experience a guided walking tour accompanied by an armed ranger, allowing for up-close wildlife encounters. An optional canoe ride on Lake Momela offers a different perspective of the park. Arusha National Park is known for its giraffes, Cape buffalos, zebras, warthogs, black and white colobus monkeys, blue monkeys, and flamingos. Enjoy the breathtaking landscapes and abundant wildlife. In the evening, return to your hotel in Arusha and an overnight stay.
Overnight: Accommodation of your choice
Meals: Full board
Activities: Full-day game drive, walking safari, and canoeing (optional)
After breakfast, we drive for approximately 2 hours to Tarangire National Park with a picnic lunch. Known for its large herds of elephants and baobab-studded plains, Tarangire offers a full-day game drive experience. Explore the park’s diverse landscapes and abundant wildlife before heading to your accommodation for dinner and an overnight stay.
Overnight: Accommodation of your choice
Meals: Full board
Activities: Full-day game drive
One day might not be enough to explore the beauty of Tarangire National Park fully. After breakfast, with a picnic lunch, embark on another full-day game drive. Alternatively, relax during the day and opt for additional activities like a hot air balloon safari in the morning and relax during the day or choose a night game drive, which starts at 7 PM and lasts for 2-3 hours, offering a unique opportunity to see nocturnal animals.
Overnight: Accommodation of your choice
Meals: Full board
Activities: Full-day game drive (optional hot air balloon safari and night game drive)
Start your day with a good breakfast, we will check out and drive towards the mystical Lake Natron with a picnic lunch. We’ll make a pit stop at one of the amazing galleries and cafés along the way for a break. Upon reaching Lake Natron,we will visit the Engare Sero footprints, which are well-preserved human footprints left in the mud around 120,000 years ago. an ancient site in Africa, making it a treasure trove for learning about humankind’s earliest days. in the evening witness the magical sunset. Dinner and overnight stay at the lodge.
Overnight: Accommodation of your choice
Meals: Full board
Activities: Lake Natron and Engare Sero footprints
Wake up early to witness the magical sunrise at Lake Natron, surrounded by flamingos, pelicans, ducks, herons, and various water birds, with the majestic Ol Doinyo Lengai volcano in the background. After breakfast, embark on a hike to Ngare Sero Waterfalls (bring waterproof hiking shoes and water shoes recommended). Later, visit a Maasai Boma at Lake Natron to experience the unique culture of the Maasai people. Dinner and overnight stay at the lodge.
Overnight: Accommodation of your choice
Meals: Full board
Activities: Visit Lake Natron at sunrise, Ngare Sero Waterfalls, and experience a Maasai Boma visit
After breakfast, embark on a scenic drive towards the iconic Serengeti National Park. Explore different regions of the Serengeti depending on the season. The Northern Serengeti is renowned for the dramatic river crossings of the Great Migration from July to October. Witness thousands of wildebeest and zebras braving the crocodile-infested Mara River. The Southern Serengeti, particularly the Ndutu region, is famous for the calving season from January to March, where wildebeest give birth to hundreds of thousands of calves, attracting numerous predators and leading to intense predator-prey interactions amidst the scenic grasslands. Enjoy a picnic lunch at a scenic spot. Continue with game drives en route to the Serengeti.
Overnight: Accommodation of your choice
Meals: Full board
Activities: Full-day game drive
Spend a full day on game drives in the Serengeti. In the North, witness the dramatic river crossings of the Great Migration, where thousands of wildebeest and zebras brave the crocodile-infested Mara River (July to October). In the South, observe the calving season, where wildebeest give birth to hundreds of thousands of calves (January to March). This attracts numerous predators, leading to intense predator-prey interactions amidst the scenic grasslands.
Overnight: Accommodation of your choice
Meals: Full board
Activities: Full-day game drive (Northern or Southern Serengeti depending on the season)
After breakfast, check out and head towards Central Serengeti, a prime game viewing area year-round. home to large populations of predators like lions, leopards, and cheetahs, as well as a wide range of herbivores.The network of rivers and waterholes attracting a high density of wildlife. experience the thrill of a full-day game drive in Serengeti National Park, encountering the Big Five (lion, rhino, elephant, buffalo, and leopard). Central Serengeti is also a prime location for hot air balloon safaris, offering a unique perspective of the landscape and wildlife.
Overnight: Accommodation of your choice
Meals: Full board
Activities: Full-day game drive (Central Serengeti)
After morning breakfast, with a picnic lunch, check out from your accommodation in Serengeti and embark on a game drive. In the afternoon, exit the Serengeti, continuing your game drive en route with an optional stop at the Olduvai Gorge Museum. Proceed towards the rim of Ngorongoro Crater for dinner and an overnight stay.
Overnight: Accommodation of your choice
Meals: Full board
Activities: Full-day game drive
After breakfast, embark on a 1-hour drive to the Ngorongoro Crater gate for registration. Descend into the crater floor, the largest intact caldera in the world, known for its abundant wildlife. enjoy an exciting full-day game drive, where there’s a high chance of spotting the “Big 5” – Lion, Rhino, Elephant, Buffalo, and Leopard. Enjoy a picnic lunch at a scenic spot before continuing your wildlife exploration. later, head towards Lake Eyasi. Dinner and overnight stay at Karatu.
Overnight: Accommodation of your choice
Meals: Full board
Activities: Full-day game drive
After an early breakfast with a picnic lunch, drive towards Lake Eyasi, about 1.5 hours from Karatu. Today, visit two important tribes. meet the Hadzabe tribe, one of the last remaining hunter-gatherer societies in the world. have a lively chat with them along with some music and song. Participate in their traditional hunting techniques and daily activities like fire-making, crafting tools, and learning their unique click language. Next, visit the Datoga tribe, known for their pastoral lifestyle and skilled blacksmithing. They craft beautiful jewellery using ancient techniques. Dinner and overnight stay at Karatu.
Overnight: Accommodation of your choice
Meals: Full board
Activities: Cultural tours, Hadzabe tribe tour, bushmen hunting, and Datoga tribe tour
After an early morning breakfast with a picnic box, drive for about an hour to Lake Manyara National Park for a game drive. Famous for its tree-climbing lions, hippos, baboons, vibrant pink flamingos and other bird species, the park is a great spot for wildlife viewing and birdwatching and see herds of majestic elephants. later, drive back to Arusha or Moshi to catch your onward flight, marking the end of your incredible safari adventure.
Meals: Breakfast and Lunch
Activities: Half-day game drive and departure
Estimated Price: 5030 US$ per person for 2 people (Private Safari) based on mid-range accommodation during high season
The price provided is an estimate and may vary based on factors such as the number of people, the season, the selected accommodation, the availability of the chosen accommodation and other variables. For an accurate quotation and detailed itinerary, please contact us to begin planning your dream safari today.
Price includes:
- All park entrance fees and conservation fees
- Roundtrip airport transfer
- All accommodation as stated in the itinerary
- All meals as stated in the itinerary
- Professional and experienced English-speaking guide/driver
- Transportation in a 4x4 Land Rover/Land Cruiser vehicle with a pop-up roof for a 360-degree view of the wildlife, first aid kit, spare tires (for any unforeseen issues) and charging station
- Unlimited game drive
- All government taxes
- Drinking water on all days (2 litres per person per day)
- Wi-Fi on board
- Binoculars (1 pair per vehicle)
Price excludes:
- Tips to the crew
- Visa & flights
- Personal items (souvenirs, laundry, travel insurance, alcoholic drinks, beverages, etc.)
- Optional activities not stated in the itinerary
Tour Map
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