5 Days Wildlife and Cultural Experience
Assuming that you have the enthusiasm to encounter various societies and dive deeper into their lifestyle, why not visit a portion of Tanzania’s excellent individuals? During this 5-day safari in Tanzania with Golden Peaks, you will invest energy with the Maasai and the Hadzabe and Datooga tribes of Lake Eyasi. You will likewise visit the Tarangire and the Ngorongoro Crater and witness astonishing wildlife right at home. This experience will make recollections endure forever!
Every private extravagance visit is custom to the desires of every customer.
5 Days Safari in Detail
Day 1: Arusha – Tarangire National Park
The journey will take you through Arusha Town, and out to the open Masailand as you head to Tarangire National Park, about a 2 hours drive. On the way, you might see Masai grazing their cattle, goats, and sheep. The park covers an area of approximately 2,600 square kilometers and is famous for its huge number of elephants. Enjoy a full-day game drive with packed lunch at a picnic site.
Day 2: Tarangire – Ngorongoro Crater:
After breakfast, we travel to Ngorongoro Conservation Area and descend into the crater. We’ll spend the entire day exploring this beautiful area. The Ngorongoro Crater is the world’s largest intact volcanic caldera that is 20 kilometers in diameter and covers an area of 300 square kilometers. It is filled with history, stunning views, and many large wild animals. The Cape buffalo, black rhinoceros, and hippopotamus may be spotted here. You may also have the opportunity of seeing lions and elephants. It is a unique environment where the Maasai people live among these majestic creatures. An afternoon lunchbox will be provided.
Dinner and overnight in Karatu.
Day 3: Lake Eyasi – Hadzabe + Datooga Tribes
The Hadzabe and Datooga people of Lake Eyasi are fascinating tribes. The Hadzabe people live solely off the land as hunters and gatherers. You’ll have the opportunity to visit them, experience their way of life, and hear their unique way of communication which resembles a ‘clicking’ sound. Embark on an adventurous morning hunt with the skilled Hadzabe Tribe and learn how they craft their own weapons and spears. In the afternoon, meet the Datooga people. Take part in their bracelet-making traditions and receive a lesson on how they ground maize by hand. A lunchbox will be provided. In the evening we drive back to Arusha for dinner and overnight.
Day 4: Materuni Waterfalls, Chagga Tribe + Coffee Tour
Today, we take a short drive towards Materuni. Hike through the village as you make your way to the waterfalls. This village is home to the Chagga tribe who are famously known for their great-tasting coffee. Here you will learn exactly how coffee is made and even enjoy the opportunity to make a cup for yourself! Spend your day hiking through lush forests and cooling off under the waterfalls.
Dinner and overnight at Maasai Boma (house) with possible evening activities.
Day 5: Maasai Cultural Tour – Chemka Hot Springs – Moshi
Spend the day with the beautiful Maasai people, dressed in colorful clothing and handmade bead jewelry. You will have the opportunity to help with daily chores such as milking cows and fetching water. Explore more of the village while learning more about the daily lives of the Maasai people, as well as their activities, traditions, and rituals. Get a chance to purchase handmade jewelry from the Maasai women before continuing to Chemka (Kikuletwa) Hot Springs.
Here you can rest and relax before returning to Moshi town.
End of Tour with the Golden Peaks
Tour Includes
- Meet and greet services
- Transportation with safari 4×4 Land Cruisers with the pop-up roof (maximum 7 clients per vehicle) with Guaranteed window seat
- Unlimited mileage of Game drives and crater tours as per the program.
- Services of an English speaking driver-guide and cook
- All accommodation as per the program
Meals – 3 meals in a day (breakfast, lunch & dinner)
• All park fees and government taxes - One bottle of mineral water per person per day during game drives
- Cultural visit as per itinerary
- Visit the Olduvai George (Entry fees to be paid by clients)
Tour Excludes
- All items of personal nature such as telephone bill, fax, email, laundry, etc.
- Tips and gratuities to Driver Guide and Cook
- Alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks
- International flights and Visas
- Airport tax (pay direct)