Tanzania · Safari

3-Day Tarangire, Ngorongoro and Lake Eyasi Safari with Hadzabe Visit

3 Days Round trip from Arusha Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Explore Tarangire National Park, home to large elephant herds, baobab trees, and diverse wildlife
02 Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater, the world's largest intact volcanic caldera
03 Spot lions, rhinos, hippos, zebras, wildebeest, and numerous bird species on game drives
04 Experience a cultural encounter with the Hadzabe tribe, joining them on a traditional bush hunt
05 Visit the Datoga blacksmiths to learn about their age-old metalworking techniques

Embark on a captivating 3-day safari and cultural tour in northern Tanzania, combining wildlife-rich landscapes with meaningful local encounters. Explore Tarangire National Park, home to large elephant herds, iconic baobab trees, and diverse wildlife, then descend into the Ngorongoro Crater, the world's largest intact volcanic caldera, to spot lions, rhinos, zebras, and hippos. Your journey concludes at Lake Eyasi, where you will engage with the Hadzabe tribe on a traditional hunt and visit the Datoga blacksmiths to witness their unique craftsmanship.

Begin the day with a cultural visit to the Hadzabe tribe, joining them on a traditional hunt to understand their ancient way of life.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 3 Days

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Included · Standard

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Yes

Cities Arusha, Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Tarangire National Park, Lake Eyasi

Languages Arabic, English, French, German

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Arusha to Tarangire National Park and Karatu

Begin the morning with a drive from Arusha to Tarangire National Park, known for its large elephant herds, iconic baobab trees, and rich diversity of wildlife.
Enjoy a picnic lunch inside the park while surrounded by beautiful natural scenery.
Continue with afternoon game drives to spot predators, herbivores, and numerous bird species.
Drive to Karatu in the evening for check-in and relaxation.

Overnight (Midrange): Marera Valley Lodge or Country Lodge Karatu.

Day 02

Karatu to Ngorongoro Crater and Lake Eyasi

Depart early for a scenic descent into the Ngorongoro Crater, the world's largest intact volcanic caldera.
Spend the morning on a half-day game drive, observing lions, hippos, rhinos, zebras, and wildebeest in their natural habitat.
Pause for a picnic lunch near the hippo pool with a view of the crater's stunning landscapes.
In the afternoon, drive to Lake Eyasi, a cultural hub of the Hadzabe and Datoga communities.

Overnight (Midrange): Lake Eyasi Safari Lodge.

Day 03

Lake Eyasi Cultural Visit and Return to Arusha

Begin the day with a cultural visit to the Hadzabe tribe, joining them on a traditional hunt to understand their ancient way of life.
Continue the cultural experience with a visit to the Datoga blacksmiths, observing their traditional metalworking techniques.
Drive back to Arusha in the afternoon, arriving by late evening to conclude your tour.

The route