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Moivaro Lodge
Arrival in Arusha
- 1 night
- Breakfast
Itinerary ✦ Field Guide
Tanzania · 12 Days / 11 Nights
Itinerary ✦ Field Guide
Tanzania · 12 Days / 11 Nights
A note before you go
Experience the perfect blend of classic safari and authentic culture. This journey takes you beyond the vehicle to discover the soul of Tanzania. You will explore the otherworldly landscapes of Lake Natron, home to millions of flamingos, and participate in medicine walks, Maasai dancing, and traditional fire-making ceremonies.
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With warmth,
The Beyond Native Africa team
Nairobi · Arusha
01 — Overview
Experience the perfect blend of classic safari and authentic culture. This journey takes you beyond the vehicle to discover the soul of Tanzania. You will explore the otherworldly landscapes of Lake Natron, home to millions of flamingos, and participate in medicine walks, Maasai dancing, and traditional fire-making ceremonies.
The route
| Day | Where | Highlight | Overnight | Meals |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Arrival in Arusha | Moivaro Lodge | Breakfast | |
| 02–03 | The Alkaline Plains of Lake Natron | Lake Natron Tented Camp | Full board | |
| 04–06 | The Great Serengeti | Ikoma Tented Camp | Full board | |
| 07 | Ngorongoro Highlands & Olduvai Gorge | Crater Forest Tented Camp | Full board | |
| 08–09 | Ngorongoro Crater & Lake Manyara | Migunga Tented Camp | Full board | |
| 10–11 | Tarangire National Park | Whistling Thorn Tented Camp | Full board | |
| 12 | Departure | — | — |
Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO), you will be warmly welcomed by a Beyond Native Africa Safaris representative and transferred to Moivaro Lodge at the foot of Mt Meru. The day is yours to spend at leisure or visit a local village.
After breakfast, the tour departs for the spectacular Lake Natron Basin in the Gregory Rift. This highly alkaline lake is the only breeding site for 2 million Lesser Flamingos. Spend the next day exploring this unique landscape, visiting hot springs, trekking to the Engaresero River, and engaging with the local Maasai community through a boma visit, medicine walk, and traditional ceremonies, ending with a glorious sundowner.
Depart for the world-famous Serengeti National Park, passing the active volcano of Ol Donyo Lengai. Your base for three nights is Ikoma Tented Camp. The next days are spent on game drives, including a full day exploring the predator-rich Seronera River Valley.
The tour departs after a relaxed breakfast for the Olduvai Gorge Museum, celebrating the discovery of early hominid footprints. Afterwards, ascend to the spectacular Ngorongoro Highlands for the night.
On Day 8, depart for a half-day tour of the Ngorongoro Crater floor before continuing to Lake Manyara. Spend Day 9 exploring Lake Manyara National Park, known for its tree-climbing lions and diverse habitats. In the afternoon, enjoy an authentic cultural experience in a neighboring village.
Journey to Tarangire National Park, arriving in time for lunch. Spend the next two days exploring this park, renowned for its massive elephant herds and iconic baobab trees. You will also have the opportunity to visit a local community project.
After a relaxed breakfast, depart for Arusha and transfer to Kilimanjaro Airport for your outbound departure.
Accommodation spotlights
Spotlight 01
Arrival in Arusha
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The Alkaline Plains of Lake Natron
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The Great Serengeti
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Ngorongoro Highlands & Olduvai Gorge
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