This 2-day safari combines an immersive cultural experience at Lake Eyasi with an exciting
wildlife adventure in the Ngorongoro Crater. It’s the perfect blend of Tanzania’s cultural heritage
and natural beauty — ideal for travelers who wish to connect with local tribes and witness
world-class game viewing.
At Lake Eyasi, you’ll meet the Hadzabe and Datoga tribes, two of Tanzania’s most traditional
communities, known for their hunter-gatherer lifestyle and ancient metalworking skills. The
journey then continues to the Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site famed for its
breathtaking landscapes and rich concentration of wildlife, including the Big Five.
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Tour Highlights
● Experience authentic cultural interactions with the Hadzabe and Datoga tribes
● Explore Lake Eyasi, one of Tanzania’s most scenic and tranquil regions
● Enjoy a guided tour of traditional villages and local hunting practices
● Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for incredible wildlife viewing
● Private 4×4 safari vehicle with a professional English-speaking guide
● Full-board meals and bottled water provided throughout the safari
● Note: No accommodation for Day 2 unless requested by the client
Day by Day Experience
Tarangire National Park
Day 1: Arusha – Lake Eyasi Cultural Experience
After breakfast, depart Arusha and drive through the Great Rift Valley to Lake Eyasi. Meet the
Hadzabe bushmen and join them on a morning or afternoon hunting activity to learn about their
traditional ways of life. Visit the Datoga blacksmith community to witness metal crafting using
ancient techniques. Enjoy scenic views of the lake before dinner and overnight at your lodge or
camp.
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Ngorongoro Crater
Day 2: Ngorongoro Crater – Arusha
After an early breakfast, proceed to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area and descend into the
Crater for a half-day game drive. Encounter lions, elephants, zebras, and possibly the
endangered black rhino amidst stunning scenery. Enjoy a picnic lunch near the hippo pool, then
ascend and return to Arusha in the afternoon.
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● All park and cultural entry fees
● Guided Hadzabe and Datoga village visits
● Professional English-speaking driver-guide
● Private 4×4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof
● All government taxes and levies
● Game drives and cultural tours as per itinerary
● 1 night mid-range lodge or tented camp accommodation (Day 1)
● Full-board meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
● Bottled drinking water during safari
● Crater service fee
● Accommodation on Day 2 (unless requested by the client)
● International and domestic flights
● Tanzania visa fees
● Travel insurance and medical cover
● Tips and gratuities for driver-guide and local tribe hosts
● Alcoholic and soft drinks at lodges or camps
● Personal items such as souvenirs, laundry, and phone calls
● Optional activities not mentioned in the itinerary
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