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This 3-day safari covers Tarangire National Park's elephant herds and baobab plains, a full day inside the Ngorongoro Crater, and a cultural morning at Lake Eyasi with the Hadzabe hunter-gatherers and Datoga blacksmiths. You'll travel in a 4×4 safari vehicle with an experienced driver-guide, staying both nights at Eileen's Trees Inn — a mid-range lodge conveniently placed for all three destinations.
You'll stay both nights at Eileen's Trees Inn, positioned within easy reach of Tarangire, Ngorongoro and Lake Eyasi. Additional accommodation before or after the tour can be arranged for an extra cost.
- 3 days / 2 nights
- from $999 pp
- Tarangire · Ngorongoro Crater · Lake Eyasi
- trip overview
- Activity level — Low to moderate Days 1 and 2 are seated game drives. Day 3 includes a gentle guided bush walk of roughly 1–2 hours with the Hadzabe.
- Large elephant herds & baobabs in Tarangire
- A full day inside the Ngorongoro Crater
- Highest density of lions in Africa & resident black rhino
- Guided bush walk with the Hadzabe hunter-gatherers
- Visit to a Datoga blacksmith homestead
- Two nights at Eileen's Trees Inn
- Private 4×4 vehicle with driver-guide throughout
- Wildlife and culture combined in one short trip
- day-by-day itinerary
THE ROUTE, AT YOUR PACE
Your journey, day by day.
Day 1Tarangire National Park
Pick-up from Arusha or Kilimanjaro AirportFull day game drive
Your driver-guide collects you in the morning and heads south-west into Tarangire National Park. Tarangire holds more elephants than anywhere else in Tanzania, with herds of 50 to 100 gathering along the Tarangire River, alongside lions, leopards, giraffes and over 550 recorded bird species.
The park's baobab-scattered plains give it a landscape unlike anywhere else in the north. You'll spend the day driving through it with stops wherever wildlife appears, before heading to Eileen's Trees Inn for the night, roughly a 1–2 hour drive from the park.
Elephant herdsBaobab scenery1–2 hr drive to lodge
Overnight — Night 1 Eileen's Trees Inn Mid-range lodge, 1–2 hr drive from Tarangire NP.
Lunch & Dinner Included
WHERE YOU STAY
As confirmed in your proposal
MEALS
Lunch & Dinner Included
Day 2Ngorongoro Crater
Full day inside the craterReturn to Eileen's Trees Inn
An early start takes you down into the Ngorongoro Crater — a collapsed volcano 600 metres deep and 260km² wide, home to more than 30,000 animals. Expect the highest density of lions in Africa, resident black rhino, large bull elephants and flamingos gathered at the soda lake on the crater floor.
You'll spend the day driving the crater floor with a picnic lunch included, before climbing back up to the rim and returning to Eileen's Trees Inn for a second night, ready for an early departure to Lake Eyasi the next morning.
Crater descent at dawnBlack rhino territoryPicnic lunch included
Overnight — Night 2 Eileen's Trees Inn Same lodge as Night 1, convenient for the early drive to Lake Eyasi.
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Included
WHERE YOU STAY
As confirmed in your proposal
MEALS
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Included
Day 3Lake Eyasi & the Hadzabe — Tour Ends
Cultural morning at Lake EyasiNo overnight
After breakfast, you'll drive roughly 2–2.5 hours to the shores of Lake Eyasi, home to the Hadzabe — one of the last hunter-gatherer communities in Africa, still using bow-and-arrow hunting and click-based language passed down for generations. You'll join a small group for a guided morning bush walk, observing traditional hunting and gathering techniques first-hand.
Afterwards, you'll visit a nearby Datoga homestead to see their traditional blacksmithing, where metal is still hand-forged into tools, jewelry and arrowheads. In the afternoon, you'll be transferred back to Arusha or Kilimanjaro Airport, marking the end of your tour.
2–2.5 hr drive to EyasiHadzabe bush walkDatoga blacksmith visit
Overnight No accommodation — end of tour Transfer to Arusha or Kilimanjaro Airport.
Breakfast & Lunch Included
what's included
WHERE YOU STAY
As confirmed in your proposal
MEALS
Breakfast & Lunch Included
The details matter.
Included
- Experienced English-speaking driver-guide
- 2 nights at Eileen's Trees Inn (mid-range, twin/double occupancy)
- Meals as listed on the day-by-day itinerary above
- Ground transportation throughout in a 4×4 safari vehicle
- Drinking water on game drives
- All national park entry fees for Tarangire & Ngorongoro
- Guided Hadzabe bush walk & Datoga homestead visit, including community fees
Not included
- International or domestic flights
- Travel & medical insurance (required)
- Alcoholic & bottled soft drinks
- Souvenirs, personal expenses & optional gifts to the Hadzabe/Datoga
- Tips for your driver-guide — guideline $20–25/day
- Additional accommodation before or after the tour
Your written proposal confirms the final arrangements and current price for your dates. Please discuss any specific requirements with our team.
Prices & options.
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A few good questions.
Where does the tour start and end?
The tour starts with pick-up from Arusha or Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) on Day 1, and ends at Lake Eyasi on Day 3 with a transfer back to Arusha or the airport.
Can I add extra nights before or after the tour?
Yes. Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost — just let us know when booking.
What happens during the Hadzabe visit?
You'll join a small guided group for a morning bush walk with the Hadzabe, observing their traditional bow-and-arrow hunting and foraging methods, followed by a visit to a Datoga homestead to see traditional blacksmithing. Community fees are included in your price.
Is this tour too rushed?
It's a compact itinerary for travelers with limited time who still want a proper taste of Tarangire, the Ngorongoro Crater and a genuine cultural encounter at Lake Eyasi. If you'd prefer a slower pace, ask us about extending with an extra night at Eyasi or Lake Manyara.
Do I need a visa or vaccinations for Tanzania?
Entry and health requirements depend on your nationality, travel history and current rules. Check the official immigration guidance and seek advice from a qualified travel-health professional before departure.
What's the accommodation like?
You'll stay both nights at Eileen's Trees Inn — a mid-range lodge positioned within easy reach of Tarangire, Ngorongoro and Lake Eyasi.
What's your refund policy?
We recommend taking out travel insurance as soon as you confirm your booking. Full cancellation and payment terms are on our booking policy page.
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