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Northern Tanzania circuit

Arusha - 7 Days / 6 Nights
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Safari, Culture & Hidden Gems

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Trip Overview

Experience the best of northern Tanzania in one unforgettable trip - from the wildlife-packed national parks of the world-famous safari circuit to the unique cultural immersion of Lake Eyasi. This adventure blends Big 5 game drives, breathtaking landscapes, and authentic local connection, designed for young travellers who want a deeper, realer Africa experience.

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Tour Highlights

  • 🦁 4-Day Northern Safari — Tarangire, Serengeti & Ngorongoro Crater

  • 🏹 Lake Eyasi Cultural Experience — visit the Hadzabe and Datoga tribes

  • 🛖 Hadzabe & Datoga Village Visit — learn traditions, stories, and local life

  • 🍽️ Nyama Choma Night (Arusha) — BBQ, vibes & social night with your group

  • 🧡 Social, Youthful Travel — perfect for solo travellers

  • 🏨 Local-Led, Hassle-Free Trip — all logistics handled start to finish

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Overview

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At a glance

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Your Route

1. Kilimanjaro International Airport

Kilimanjaro Airport Rd, Tanzania

2. Arusha

Arusha, Tanzania

3. Tarangire National Park

Babati Rural, Tanzania

4. Serengeti

Serengeti, Tanzania

5. Ngorongoro Crater

Ngorongoro Crater, Tanzania

6. Lake Eyasi

Lake Eyasi, Tanzania

7. Arusha

Arusha, Tanzania

Day 1 - Your arrival in Tanzania!

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Flight Arrival

Arrive anytime on day 1, and we will arrange your Airport Pick Up! The arrival airport is Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO), or alternatively you could choose to land at Arusha Airport (ARK) if travelling from a closer point.

You will let us know of your arrival time, date and flight number and our driver will be there awaiting you with a big smile

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The White House of Tanzania Hostel

Njiro, Arusha, Tanzania

Since 2014, The White House of Tanzania has been the go-to home base for travelers in Arusha, known for its warm hospitality, reliable comfort, and unbeatable atmosphere.

Centrally located in the safe Njiro area, the hostel offers easy access to Arusha’s cafes, markets, and major departure points for safaris and Kilimanjaro treks.

The White House is a multi time award-winning hostel and strikes the perfect balance between affordability and comfort. Guests can choose from dormitories, each with a bathroom inside, or private en-suite rooms, all equipped with mosquito nets, comfortable bedding, and strong Wi-Fi throughout the property. With an inviting garden, plenty of relaxing common areas, and a lively on-site bar and restaurant, the hostel naturally brings people together-making it a favorite for solo travelers, backpackers, volunteers, and adventure seekers from all over the world.

Warm, social, fun, safe, and deeply connected to the local community - the magic of Tanzania truly begins at The White House of Tanzania Hostel!

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Welcome Dinner & Drinks

In celebration of the trip of a lifetime, we will start our time together with a welcome dinner buffet, drinks, games, music and more!

This is your time to meet your fellow travellers, settle in, get to know the team you will call family for the next few weeks and basque in the fact - you are in Africa!

Day 2 - safari here we come!

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Day 1 on Safari - Tarangire National Park

In the morning you will be picked up from The White House in Arusha and hereafter we drive to Tarangire National Park.

The park runs along the line of the Tarangire River and is mainly made up of low-lying hills on the Great Rift Valley floor. Its natural vegetation mainly consists of Acacia woodland and giant African Baobab trees, with huge swamp areas in the south.

The Tarangire National Park is reputed to contain some of the largest elephant herds in Africa, from June-October. The fierce sun sucks the moisture from the landscape, baking the earth a dusty red, the withered grass as brittle as straw. As well as large elephant herds, you will have great possibility to spot both lions, giraffes, buffaloes and much more.

After a picnic lunch we do an afternoon game drive, where after we continue to Mtu Wa Mbu, where you will overnight and enjoy dinner.

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Overnight at Migombani Campsite

A stunning campground, up in the hills overlooking the natural beauty of Lake Manyara, Migombani is an attraction in itself! With a cliffside pool, Bar and great modern facilities, you are ensured a great stay!

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Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner Included

Day 3 - Serengeti explorers

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Day 2 on Safari - Serengeti National Park

We will depart Mtu Wa Mbu bright and early and begin the journey to the Serengeti National Park. During the drive, we will eat our lunch on the way to the park or just before entering. Once we have arrived to the park, we will continue will afternoon game-drive.

This Park covers an area of 14,763sq km, and the name Serengeti comes from Maasai language and means “endless plains”. The Serengeti is host to one of nature’s most magnificent phenomena, The Great Migration. Over a million wildebeests make a 600 mile pilgrimage on the annual exodus north.

Returning to the South to replenish the species in a brief population explosion that produces more than 8,000 calves daily before the pilgrimage begins again. Depending on the season, our game-drive will take us to various parts of the Serengeti. After the game-drive and watching the beautiful sunset over the plains, we will continue to the Nyani Campsite, where you will overnight and enjoy your dinner.

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Camping under the Stars

Camping in the Serengeti is all about the experience - not the luxury. Enjoy your night with new friends, in one of the world's most incredible and remote destinations, surrounded by wildlife and stars that fill the night sky!

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Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner Included

Day 4 - The real life lion king

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Day 3 on Safari - Exploring the Serengeti

Enjoy another day of wildlife viewing from a second location deep in the Serengeti. Home to literally hundreds of thousands of hoofed animals, the Serengeti is a pristine and unique sanctuary that will give you a glimpse into “the world as it was in the beginning.” Relish the vastness of the Serengeti, “the land that flows on forever,” along with some of the best animal viewing that Africa has to offer.

In the afternoon, after another wonderful day will of extraordinary wildlife experiences we will continue our journey towards the Ngorongoro Crater, where we will overnight and enjoy dinner at Simba Campsite.

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Camping on the Crater Rim

Tonight, we camp directly on the rim of Ngorongoro Crater at Simba Campsite. If you wade through some trees, you can get the epic view of Ngorongoro Crater which is one photos can never do justice. You may be lucky to even see Buffalo come through the camp - but be sure not to get too close!

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Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner Included

Day 5 - Ngorongoro crater

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Day 4 on Safari - The incredible Ngorongoro Crater!

Today, you will visit Ngorongoro Crater, the main feature of which is a large, unbroken, unfolded volcanic caldera.

The crater, which formed when a giant volcano exploded and collapsed on itself some two to three million years ago, is mostly open grassland with two small wooded areas. Game drives through the Ngorongoro Crater begin early in the morning in safari vehicles with pop-up roofs. The descent into the crater is one of scenic beauty, as you make your way through lush forests, home to numerous elephants and buffaloes. As you reach the inside of the crater, your guide will take you through the grassy crater floor, the unbelievable fever tree forest, the banks of Lake Magadi and the surrounding marshes.

Lunch is served picnic style, surrounded by the natural wonders around you as well as the exceptional wildlife, roaming freely, with which you share this extraordinary paradise.

We will enjoy a picnic lunch in the crater, followed by some more game driving, before heading to Mtu Wa Mbu where you will overnight!

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Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner Included

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Overnight at Migombani Campsite

A stunning campground, up in the hills overlooking the natural beauty of Lake Manyara, Migombani is an attraction in itself! With a cliffside pool, Bar and great modern facilities, you are ensured a great stay!

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Day 6 - Lake Eyasi & Tribal culture

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Day 5 on Safari - Lake Eyasi, Hadzabe and Datoga Tribes

After very early breakfast, departure time will be around 5:00 or 6:00 am. The drive to Lake Eyasi is approximately 2 hours, and we will arrive in the village at around 7:00 am.

From here, we will encounter our local guide and join the Hadzabe tribe for an early morning hunt with bow and arrow. The morning hunt usually last a few hours, where after we will join the Datoga tribe and learn how to make jewelry! During this experience you will have the unique opportunity to engage and learn about two of Tanzania's less known Tribes, with their own customs, culture and practices.

After lunch, there will be an afternoon game drive at the Lake Eyasi itself, which is a seasonal salt lake. This lake is a bird-lover's paradise and is very different from the Serengeti and Ngorongoro with its almost tropical scenery. Depending on the season (and your luck), you might encounter flamingos here. After the game drive, you till return to Arusha for dinner and your overnight stay at The White House of Tanzania Hostel!

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Nyama Choma BBQ & Drinks Night

In the evening, we come together for a traditional Tanzanian Nyama Choma (BBQ) night- grilled meats, good music, cold drinks, and the best vibes after your Kili summit. Games, Drinks & Vibes.

Once the BBQ wraps up, we’ll head out to experience Arusha’s nightlife—one of the best club nights in the city! Expect lively music, great energy, and an unforgettable celebration of your Tanzania Safari!

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Overnight at The White House of Tanzania Hostel - Home Base

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Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner Included

Day 7 - Home Time

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Breakfast

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Departure Day – Farewell & Onward Adventures

With many tears, last hugs, and a final round of photos, today we say goodbye and close this unforgettable chapter together. After days of adventure, challenge, friendship, and memories you’ll carry forever, it’s time to begin your journey home.

There’s absolutely no rush to leave — you’re welcome to relax at the hostel until your flight time. Enjoy a slow morning, grab a coffee, repack, or simply hang out with your new travel family before heading to the airport.

For those not quite ready for the adventure to end, we also offer an optional Zanzibar add-on for beach vibes, nightlife, kite-surfing, and more East African magic. If you want to keep the party going and explore one of the world’s most iconic island destinations, we’ve got you covered!

Wherever you’re headed next — thank you for being part of this journey. 🌍💛✨