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5-Day Tanzania Safari Tour by Afrique Aesthetic Safaris
Offered by - Afrique Aesthetic Safaris
Tour Features
Step off the beaten path and journey into Northern Tanzania’s dramatic Great Rift Valley, where raw landscapes, flamingo-filled lakes, and ancient cultures tell stories older than time. This safari is designed for travelers seeking authentic encounters, breathtaking scenery, and deep cultural immersion guided by local expert safari guides who know these lands intimately. From the pink-hued shores of Lake Natron, home to thousands of flamingos beneath the shadow of Ol Doinyo Lengai, to walking alongside the Hadzabe hunter-gatherers and meeting the skilled Datoga blacksmiths, this is not just a safari it’s a journey into living heritage.
| Mid-Range tour | This mid-range tour includes comfortable lodges and tented camps. |
| Can be customized | You can request minor changes to the accommodations and destinations of this tour. |
| Private tour | This tour will be organized exclusively for you and won't be shared with others. |
| Solo travel available | Solo travelers can book this tour. |
| Can start any day | If availability permits, this tour can start on any day. |
| Minimum age required | The minimum age for this tour is 5 years. |
| Transportation | This tour uses: Pop-up roof 4x4. |
Route & Activities
Tanzania
Activities Included
Accommodation & Meals
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost
| Day | Accommodation | Meals |
| 1-2 | Maasai Giraffe Eco Lodge No images available | Lunch, Dinner Included |
| 3-4 | Lake Eyasi Safari Lodge No images available | Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Included |
| 5 | Mid-Range Accommodation No images available | Breakfast, Lunch Included |
Arrival (See Getting There for more details)
- A transfer from the airport can be arranged for an extra cost.
- Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.
- Day 1 - Arusha – Scenic Drive to Lake Natron
Your safari begins with a warm welcome by your professional Tanzanian safari guide from Arusha Airport, your hotel, or any location in Arusha. Depart towards the remote and spectacular Lake Natron, driving through Maasai lands, volcanic highlands, and dramatic escarpments of the Great Rift Valley.
Arrive in the late afternoon and relax at your eco-lodge, surrounded by wide open plains and mountain views.
Overnight: Maasai Giraffe Eco Lodge or Similar
Meals: Lunch & Dinner
Main Destination: Arusha
Accommodation: Maasai Giraffe Eco Lodge
Meals & Drinks: Lunch, Dinner Included
- Day 2 - Full Day at Lake Natron – Flamingos & Nature Walks
Wake up to the sounds of nature and enjoy a relaxed breakfast. Spend the day exploring Lake Natron, one of East Africa’s most unique ecosystems and the main breeding ground for Lesser Flamingos.
Walk along the lake’s edge (season-dependent) with your guide, learn about volcanic geology, and enjoy incredible photography opportunities with flamingos set against the backdrop of Ol Doinyo Lengai – the sacred Maasai mountain.
Optional activities (depending on conditions):
- Short nature walks
- Waterfalls hike (seasonal)
- Cultural interaction with local Maasai communities
Overnight: Maasai Giraffe Eco Lodge or Similar
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Main Destination: Arusha
Accommodation: Maasai Giraffe Eco Lodge
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Included
- Day 3 - Lake Natron – Scenic Drive to Lake Eyasi
After breakfast, continue your journey south to Lake Eyasi, a shallow soda lake nestled at the base of the Rift Valley escarpment. This region is home to some of Tanzania’s last true hunter-gatherer communities.
Arrive at your lodge in the afternoon and enjoy the peaceful surroundings, perfect for relaxing before the cultural experience ahead.
Overnight: Lake Eyasi Safari Lodge or Similar
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Main Destination: Lake Eyasi
Accommodation: Lake Eyasi Safari Lodge
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Included
- Day 4 - Lake Eyasi – Hadzabe & Datoga Cultural Experience
Early morning, join the Hadzabe tribe for an authentic experience observe or participate in traditional hunting methods, learn how they track animals, use bows and arrows, and survive entirely from nature. This walking experience offers deep insight into one of the oldest surviving cultures on Earth.
Later, visit the Datoga tribe, renowned pastoralists and skilled blacksmiths. Learn how they craft tools and jewelry using traditional methods passed down through generations.
All interactions are conducted ethically and respectfully, ensuring cultural preservation and direct community benefit.
Overnight: Lake Eyasi Safari Lodge or Similar
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Main Destination: Lake Eyasi
Accommodation: Lake Eyasi Safari Lodge
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Included
- Day 5 - Lake Eyasi – Return to Arusha
After breakfast, enjoy a relaxed scenic drive back to Arusha, passing through local villages and highland scenery. Drop-off will be at Arusha Airport, your hotel, or the same location as Day 1.
Meals: Breakfast & Lunch
Main Destination: Arusha
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch Included
End of tour (See Getting There for more details)
- Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
- A transfer back to the airport can be arranged for an extra cost.
Includes
- Park fees (for non-residents)
- All activities mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional)
- Meals (as specified in the day-by-day description)
- All accommodation mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional upgrade)
- A professional driver/guide
- All transportation mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional)
- All Taxes/VAT
Excludes
- International flights (from/to the client's home country)
- Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
- Tips: tipping guideline of $6 per person per day for the guide and crew
- Personal items (souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees and other personal items)
- Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
Rates Per Person
Dec 27, 2025 - Dec 27, 2030
*n/a = not available. This tour is unavailable for solo travelers.
Includes
- Park fees (for non-residents)
- All activities mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional)
- Meals (as specified in the day-by-day description)
- All accommodation mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional upgrade)
- A professional driver/guide
- All transportation mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional)
- All Taxes/VAT
Excludes
- International flights (from/to the client's home country)
- Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
- Tips: tipping guideline of $6 per person per day for the guide and crew
- Personal items (souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees and other personal items)
- Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
Getting There
Tanzania is a beautiful East African country with neighbours Kenya to the north and Mozambique to the south and the Indian Ocean to the east. It is known for its vibrant culture, wonderful national parks, diverse fauna and flora and of course the great wildebeest migration. If you are planning a safari trip to Tanzania then you should find out all about flights to Tanzania, passport and visa requirements.Tanzania’s main airport is Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR) located 13km/8mi southwest of Dar es Salaam. The latter is the entry point for visitors to the southern parks.Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) is situated 46km/29mi east of Arusha, the gateway of Tanzania’s most popular Northern safari circuit.
This tour starts in Arusha and ends in Arusha, Tanzania
A transfer from and back to the airport is included
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost
Travel Requirements
- All foreign visitors need a passport that is valid for at least six months
- Passports must have a clean and a full visa page for endorsement.
- When arriving from a yellow-fever-infected country in Africa or the Americas a yellow fever vaccination certificate is required.
- Citizens of most countries require a visa. A list of countries that don't need a visa is available.
- Visas are best obtained in advance through an official online visa-application portal (https://eservices.immigration.go.tz/visa/), but they can also be obtained through your local Tanzania Embassy or High Commission.
- Visas can also be obtained on arrival but this is a lengthy process that can take one to two hours.
Getting There
Tanzania is a beautiful East African country with neighbours Kenya to the north and Mozambique to the south and the Indian Ocean to the east. It is known for its vibrant culture, wonderful national parks, diverse fauna and flora and of course the great wildebeest migration. If you are planning a safari trip to Tanzania then you should find out all about flights to Tanzania, passport and visa requirements.Tanzania’s main airport is Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR) located 13km/8mi southwest of Dar es Salaam. The latter is the entry point for visitors to the southern parks.Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) is situated 46km/29mi east of Arusha, the gateway of Tanzania’s most popular Northern safari circuit.
This tour starts in Arusha and ends in Arusha, Tanzania
A transfer from and back to the airport is included
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost
Travel Requirements
- All foreign visitors need a passport that is valid for at least six months
- Passports must have a clean and a full visa page for endorsement.
- When arriving from a yellow-fever-infected country in Africa or the Americas a yellow fever vaccination certificate is required.
- Citizens of most countries require a visa. A list of countries that don't need a visa is available.
- Visas are best obtained in advance through an official online visa-application portal (https://eservices.immigration.go.tz/visa/), but they can also be obtained through your local Tanzania Embassy or High Commission.
- Visas can also be obtained on arrival but this is a lengthy process that can take one to two hours.
Offered By
Afrique Aesthetic Safaris
Tanzania
Afrique Aesthetic Safaris offers unforgettable Tanzania wildlife tours, relaxing Zanzibar beach escapes, thrilling Kilimanjaro treks, and immersive cultural experiences tailored for every traveler.
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