8-Day Big 5 Camping Safari & Hadzabe Cultural Experience
Experience the perfect blend of wildlife adventure and authentic cultural discovery on this 8-day camping safari. This journey takes you through Tanzania’s most iconic parks—Tarangire, the Serengeti National Park, and the Ngorongoro Crater—while also offering a rare opportunity to meet the Hadzabe tribe near Lake Eyasi. It’s an unforgettable combination of Big Five game viewing and deep cultural immersion.
Day 1: Arusha to Tarangire National Park
Your safari begins with a drive from Arusha to Tarangire National Park, known for its large elephant herds and iconic baobab trees. Upon arrival, you will enjoy a game drive through diverse landscapes where wildlife gathers along the Tarangire River. Expect to see elephants, giraffes, zebras, and possibly lions before heading to your campsite for dinner and overnight.
Day 2: Tarangire to Serengeti National Park
After breakfast, you will journey toward the world-famous Serengeti National Park, passing through the Ngorongoro highlands. As you enter the Serengeti, you will enjoy a game drive en route, encountering wildlife across the endless plains before arriving at your campsite in the evening.
Day 3: Full Day in Serengeti National Park
Spend the day exploring the vast plains of the Serengeti National Park. With morning and afternoon game drives, you will search for lions, leopards, elephants, and large herds of herbivores. The Serengeti’s rich biodiversity offers excellent opportunities to spot the Big Five.
Day 4: Another Day in Serengeti
Enjoy another full day in the Serengeti, allowing more time to explore different areas and increase your chances of witnessing unique wildlife moments. From predator action to peaceful grazing scenes, each experience adds to the excitement of your safari.
Day 5: Serengeti to Ngorongoro Area
After breakfast, you will depart the Serengeti and head toward the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Along the way, you will continue to enjoy wildlife sightings before arriving at your campsite near the crater rim for dinner and overnight.
Day 6: Ngorongoro Crater to Lake Eyasi
On this day, you will descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for a game drive in this unique ecosystem, home to a dense population of wildlife including lions, elephants, and the rare black rhino. After a picnic lunch, you will continue to Lake Eyasi, a remote area rich in culture and tradition.
Day 7: Hadzabe & Datoga Cultural Experience
Today, you will visit the Hadzabe community near Lake Eyasi, where you will experience their traditional hunter-gatherer lifestyle. You may join an early morning hunting activity and learn about their survival skills and way of life. You will also have the chance to interact with the Datoga tribe, known for their craftsmanship and cultural heritage.
Day 8: Lake Eyasi to Arusha
After breakfast, you will begin your journey back to Arusha, passing through scenic landscapes and local villages. This marks the end of your unforgettable safari, filled with incredible wildlife encounters and meaningful cultural experiences.
Camping Safari Includes
All park & conservation fees
Ngorongoro Crater service fee
Lake Eyasi cultural fees
Private 4×4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof
Professional English-speaking guide
Private cook
All meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Camping tents
Sleeping mattresses
Camping equipment
Drinking water
Airport transfers
Not Included
International flights
Visa fees
Travel insurance
Tips for guide & cook
Sleeping bags (available for rent)
Personal expenses