Sample itinerary · Adventurous safari
From volcanic lakes to the iconic Serengeti
Fourteen days through the finest nature reserves of northern Tanzania, from the flamingos of Lake Natron and the hunter-gatherers at Lake Eyasi to the Ngorongoro Crater and four full days in the Serengeti.
Safari njema - Safe travels
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Karibu - Welcome
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Hakuna Matata - No worries
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Jambo - Hello
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Asante - Thank you
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The trip in brief
Fourteen days of nature and culture
This epic route winds past volcanic lakes, encounters with the Hadzabe, Datoga and Maasai, the famous Ngorongoro Crater and the endless plains of the Serengeti: the richest of Tanzania in one journey.
Like every Kembe journey, this route is a starting point: longer at Lake Natron, climbing Oldoinyo Lengai or finishing on Zanzibar. We adapt everything to your wishes.
Your route
Day 1
Arrival in Arusha
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Day 2
arusha national park
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Day 3–4
lake natron
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Day 5
on to lake eyasi
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Day 6
Hadzabe & Datoga
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Day 7
karatu
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Day 8
ngorongoro crater
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Day 9–10
serengeti
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Day 11–12
serengeti: predators
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Day 13–14
Return & departure
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Every stop is set out below in the day-by-day programme.
Day by day
The day-by-day programme
From arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport to the final morning game drive. This is what your fourteen days look like.
Day
1
Arrival
Welcome to Tanzania
On arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport your guide welcomes you and takes you to a lodge in Arusha. Enjoy a relaxed evening to recover from the journey and prepare for your safari adventure.
✦ Overnight: lodge in Arusha
Day
2
arusha national park
Game drive & walking safari
Arusha National Park
The journey begins in Arusha National Park, famous for its varied landscape, from green forest to open savannah, with views of majestic Mount Meru. During the game drive you spot giraffes, buffalo and monkeys, and in the afternoon you take a walk with a ranger: ideal for exploring the smaller wonders of nature.
✦ Overnight: lodge in Arusha
Day
3–4
lake natron
A surreal landscape
Lake Natron & flamingos
You travel to extraordinary Lake Natron: bright red waters, an enormous flamingo population and a rugged landscape ringed by volcanoes and gorges. Two days full of adventure and natural splendour:
Volcano
Take in Ol Doinyo Lengai, the Maasai’s ‘mountain of God’ and the only active carbonatite volcano in the world.
Waterfall
Visit the Engaresero waterfalls and cool off in naturally flowing water.
View
Walk to a nearby rock formation for a panoramic view over the lake.
✦ Overnight: lodge in the Lake Natron area
Day
5
Straight through the rift valley
From Lake Natron to Lake Eyasi
Today you drive to Lake Eyasi, the homeland of the Hadzabe and Datoga. The Hadzabe are one of Africa’s last hunter-gatherer communities; the Datoga are known for their metalwork and craftsmanship. Along the way you take in the ever-changing landscape of the Rift Valley.
✦ Overnight: simple lodge or tented camp at Lake Eyasi
Day
6
lake eyasi
Cultural encounter
The Hadzabe and Datoga
The morning is devoted to the daily life of the Hadzabe and the Datoga: hunting, gathering and making tools. You can join a hunting trip with the Hadzabe or watch the Datoga’s blacksmithing techniques up close. In the afternoon you drive to Karatu.
✦ Overnight: lodge in Karatu
Day
7
Catching your breath
Karatu & coffee tour
After a quiet morning in Karatu you can join a coffee tour and learn all about local coffee production. In the afternoon you relax in the green hills around the town or visit the local market: the perfect breather halfway through your trip.
✦ Overnight: lodge in Karatu
Day
8
ngorongoro
Natural wonder & Maasai
Ngorongoro Crater
Today you drive to the impressive Ngorongoro Crater. On arrival you visit a Maasai community and learn about their traditional way of life, ceremonies and strong connection with the land. Then you descend to the crater floor for a game drive among an incredible concentration of wildlife, including the Big Five.
✦ Overnight: on the crater rim, with beautiful views
Day
9–10
serengeti
The endless plains
Serengeti National Park
You drive to the Serengeti, one of the most iconic national parks in the world. For two days you take game drives through the park: a chance of the famous migration of wildebeest, zebras and gazelles, and predators in action, from the Big Five to rarer species.
✦ Overnight: tented camp in the heart of the Serengeti, a real adventure
Day
11–12
serengeti
Deeper into the park
Serengeti: spotting predators
Two extra days to really explore the vast plains. The Serengeti is famous for its predators, so these game drives are ideal for spotting lions, cheetahs and leopards, and for discovering the more hidden corners of the park.
✦ Overnight: tented camp in the Serengeti
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13–14
Journey home
Back to Arusha & departure
After a final morning game drive you say goodbye to the savannah and drive back to Arusha. There you relax at your lodge, enjoy a last African sunset and perhaps buy some souvenirs. The next morning you are taken to the airport, with a wealth of memories.
✦ Overnight: lodge in Arusha (final night)
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“You know the Serengeti from photos. Lake Natron and the Hadzabe are what really surprise you.”
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Karibu - welcome
Let the adventure begin
This route is a starting point. Tell us what you want to see and experience, and we will make it your journey, with your own guide, your own vehicle and all the freedom to adjust along the way.