🌍 Safari Overview

This unique 7-day safari combines walking safaris, wildlife game drives, and an immersive cultural experience in Tanzania. Trek through the Ngorongoro Highlands, explore the Empakai and Olmoti Craters, and engage with Maasai warriors and Hadzabe bushmen. Experience the thrill of game viewing in the Serengeti and descend into Ngorongoro Crater, home to the Big Five. This journey is perfect for adventurous travelers seeking an active and cultural safari experience.

📍 Itinerary at a Glance

📅 Day 1: Arusha → Ngorongoro Highlands (Olmoti Crater & Munge Waterfalls)

📅 Day 2: Trek to Elbulbul Depression (Guided by Maasai Warriors)

📅 Day 3: Trek to Empakai Crater → Flamingo Viewing

📅 Day 4: Trek to Nainokanoka → Drive to Ngorongoro

📅 Day 5: Ngorongoro Crater Game Drive → Serengeti

📅 Day 6: Serengeti Game Drive → Lake Eyasi

📅 Day 7: Visit Hadzabe & Datoga Tribes → Return to Arusha

🚶‍♂️ Day 1: Arusha → Ngorongoro Highlands (Olmoti Crater & Munge Waterfalls)

🚗 Drive to Ngorongoro: After breakfast, depart for Ngorongoro Conservation Area, arriving at Nainokanoka Village.

🏞️ Hike to Olmoti Crater Rim: Trek to the Olmoti Crater and visit the scenic Munge Waterfalls, offering stunning views of the Ngorongoro Highlands.

🏕️ Evening at the Base: Descend to Nainokanoka Village for dinner and an overnight stay.

🏨 Accommodation Option

✔️ Nainokanoka Village Homestay

🍽️ Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (F/B)

🏜️ Day 2: Trek to Elbulbul Depression (Escorted by Maasai Warriors)

🌅 Breakfast & Trek Departure: After breakfast, load your donkeys with supplies and begin the journey, accompanied by Maasai warrior escorts and an armed ranger.

🚶‍♂️ Trek to Elbulbul Depression: Hike across rolling grasslands and volcanic landscapes before reaching Mulkat Village, located in one of Tanzania’s largest depressions.

🏕️ Overnight Bush Camp: Enjoy a night under the stars at a remote bush camp, surrounded by wilderness.

🏕️ Accommodation Option

✔️ Bush Camp at Mulkat Village

🍽️ Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (F/B)

⏳ Trekking Time: 5–7 hours

🦩 Day 3: Trek to Empakai Crater → Flamingo Viewing

🌅 Morning Hike to Empakai Crater: Trek to the rim of Empakai Crater, where you’ll enjoy panoramic views of the caldera and its deep blue lake.

🦩 Flamingo Walk: Descend to the crater floor for a close-up experience with flamingos, who gather along the lake’s edge.

🏕️ Evening Camp at Crater Rim: Spend the evening camping on the Empakai Crater rim, surrounded by breathtaking landscapes.

🏕️ Accommodation Option

✔️ Empakai Crater Camp

🍽️ Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (F/B)

⏳ Trekking Time: 6–7 hours

🏞️ Day 4: Trek to Nainokanoka → Drive to Ngorongoro

🌅 Final Trek: Walk back to Nainokanoka Village before a scenic drive to Ngorongoro Crater, where you’ll check in at Simba Campsite.

🏕️ Evening at the Crater Rim: Enjoy spectacular sunset views over Ngorongoro Crater before dinner.

🏨 Accommodation Option

✔️ Simba Campsite

🍽️ Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (F/B)

⏳ Trekking Time: 6–7 hours

🦁 Day 5: Ngorongoro Crater Game Drive → Serengeti

🦏 Descend into Ngorongoro Crater: Experience an epic game drive in one of Africa’s most spectacular wildlife havens. Spot black rhinos, elephants, lions, and flamingos.

🚗 Drive to Serengeti: After lunch, continue to the Serengeti for dinner and an overnight stay.

🏕️ Accommodation Option

✔️ Seronera Campsite

🍽️ Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (F/B)

🦓 Day 6: Serengeti Game Drive → Lake Eyasi

🌅 Morning Game Drive in Serengeti: Witness the Big Five, the Great Migration, and predators hunting in the vast Serengeti Plains.

🚗 Drive to Lake Eyasi: After lunch, depart for Lake Eyasi, where you’ll check in at Chem Chem Campsite.

🏕️ Accommodation Option

✔️ Chem Chem Campsite

🍽️ Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (F/B)

🎭 Day 7: Visit Hadzabe & Datoga Tribes → Return to Arusha

🌅 Cultural Visit: Spend the morning with the Hadzabe (Bushmen) and Datoga tribes, learning about their traditional hunting techniques, crafts, and way of life.

🚗 Drive Back to Arusha: After hot lunch at the camp, return to Arusha, marking the end of your adventure safari.

🍽️ Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

✅ Why Choose This Safari?

✅ A Unique Adventure: Combines walking safaris, cultural experiences, and wildlife game drives for an immersive journey.

✅ Authentic Maasai Trekking: Hike with Maasai warriors and an armed ranger through Tanzania’s most breathtaking landscapes.

✅ Big Five & Flamingos: Experience Ngorongoro’s rare rhinos, Serengeti’s predators, and Empakai’s flamingos up close.

✅ Cultural Encounters: Visit the Hadzabe and Datoga tribes for a rare glimpse into ancient African traditions.

✅ Camping Under the Stars: Stay at bush camps, crater rim sites, and Serengeti campsites for a truly wild experience.

📍 Note: This itinerary is subject to change based on weather conditions and other factors to ensure the safety and enjoyment of all participants.