Day 1: Arrival in Arusha

Arrive in Tanzania, transfer to Njiro Legacy, and enjoy a complimentary Arusha city tour.

Day 2: Arusha – Lake Natron

Transfer to Lake Natron. Upon arrival, hike to Engasero Waterfall and enjoy swimming in the natural pools. Bring your swimming costume and towel.

Overnight: Maasai Giraffe Eco Lodge | Full Board

Day 3: Lake Natron – Karatu

Early morning flamingo experience, watching the flamingos as they walk and feed. Visit the hominid footprints, followed by a visit to a nearby Maasai village to experience their traditional lifestyle.

Overnight: Siafu Safari Lodge | Full Board

Day 4: Maasai Cultural Experience – Karatu

Visit a Maasai Boma and participate in traditional activities and ceremonies, including a possible Maasai wedding ceremony depending on availability. Visit banana and rice farms. Optional activities include cycling, tuk-tuk riding, and traditional cooking.

Overnight: Foresight Eco Lodge, Karatu | Full Board

Day 5: Hadzabe & Datoga Experience – Arusha

Early morning visit to the Hadzabe community and participate in their traditional hunting and gathering activities. Later, visit the Datoga and experience traditional iron-smithing. Continue to Arusha.

Day 6: Materuni Waterfalls, Coffee Tour & Kikuletwa Hot Springs

Visit Materuni Village and hike to the beautiful Materuni Waterfalls, followed by a traditional Chagga coffee tour where you learn about coffee production and preparation. Later, relax and swim at the natural Kikuletwa Hot Springs before returning to Arusha.

Day 7: Community Support & Departure

Visit Shanga Market, supporting people with disabilities by purchasing their handmade products and learning about their social enterprise. Continue to an orphanage centre to learn about and support their community work. Later, transfer to the airport for your departure flight.