Cultural Expedition & Wildlife Safari (5 Days/4 Nights)
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Duration
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Time of Year
2023
Package Summary
This 5-day cultural and safari tour offers a unique experience of Tanzania’s rich heritage and wildlife. Start by visiting the Gorowa Tribe in Babati, learning about their traditions and enjoying a canoe ride at Lake Babati. Then, explore the Dareda Bacho Agricultural Centre, experience local farming, and participate in honey harvesting. Afterward, enjoy game drives in Tarangire National Park and Ngorongoro Crater, followed by a visit to Lake Manyara National Park before returning to Arusha or the airport for your departure.
Included/Exclude
- Transfers from Kilimanjaro International Airport to Arusha Airport
- Accommodation at Arumeru River Lodge, Hatari Lodge, Mara River Tented Lodge, and Butiama Beach Resort
- Flights between Arusha, Serengeti, Mafia Island, and Dar Es Salaam
- Full board accommodation and game drives
- Park entry fees
- Professional driver guide and vehicle
- Mineral water during safari
- International airfare
- Medical insurance
- Tips
- Visa fees
- Personal items
Tour Plan
Depart from Arusha at 8:00 am and drive to Babati (approximately 2 hours). Upon arrival, take a 2 km walk to Maisaka Village, where you will meet a Gorowa Tribe Elder to learn about their marriage customs, prayer rituals, and history. Enjoy lunch in the village before returning to Babati Town. In the afternoon, take a 1 km walk to Lake Babati for a local canoe ride while viewing floating hippos. Return to Babati Town for dinner and overnight.
Accommodation: Full Board
After breakfast, depart at 9:00 am and drive to the Dareda Bacho Agricultural Centre. Here, you will visit a fish pond project, a mixed coffee and banana farm, and learn about the Iraqw tribe’s culture, including their traditional dance after enjoying local beer. In the evening, participate in honey harvesting and taste fresh honey from the combs.
Accommodation: Full Board at Bacho Lutheran Hostel
After breakfast, depart for Tarangire National Park. Enjoy a hot lunch at Tarangire Safari Lodge, followed by a half-day game drive in the park. Return to Tarangire Safari Lodge for dinner and overnight.
Accommodation: Full Board at Tarangire Safari Lodge
After breakfast, drive to Ngorongoro Crater with a packed lunch for a half-day game drive. Picnic lunch in the Crater, followed by a scenic drive to Bougainvillea Lodge in Karatu Town for dinner and overnight.
Accommodation: Full Board at Bougainvillea Lodge
After an early breakfast, depart for Lake Manyara National Park for a brief tour until 11:00 am. Afterwards, drive to Arusha or Kilimanjaro International Airport with a packed lunch for your onward flight.
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