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Discovering the Peoples of the North
Tanzania

Adventure

Chic & Ethic

culture

Nature

Participatory

Explore Tanzania's natural and cultural riches on a trip off the beaten track. This 13-day tour takes you through iconic landscapes, meeting local people and discovering the wildlife of the north's most famous national parks. From the Meru tribe to the Hadzabe hunter-gatherers, via the tanzanite mines, each day will plunge you into an authentic and fascinating world.

From

2520€

Length of stay

15 days / 14 nights

Minimum number of participants

2

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Day 1

Arrival at Kilimanjaro airport

Departure from Paris

Departure from Paris

Evening flight from Paris to Tanzania.

Day 2

Arrival at Kilimanjaro airport

Welcome to Tanzania!

Welcome to Tanzania!

On arrival, you will be met and transferred to the charming village of Ambureni, high above Arusha. Enjoy your first taste of local life with a walk in the surrounding area, offering breathtaking views of Mount Meru and Mount Kilimanjaro.

  • Meals : Dinner
  • Accommodation : Traditional hotel in Ambureni

Day 3

Arusha

Safari in Arusha National Park

Safari in Arusha National Park

Explore one of Tanzania's hidden wonders: Arusha National Park. This often overlooked park will amaze you with its diversity of ecosystems and animals. Enjoy a picnic lunch by the lake before taking a 4×4 safari and guided walk to the waterfalls.

  • Meals : Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
  • Accommodation : Hotel in Ambureni

Day 4

Ambureni - Village of Seneto

Meeting with the Meru Tribe

Meeting with the Meru Tribe

Meet the Meru tribe, who live on the slopes of Mount Meru. Discover their daily lives, take part in a pottery workshop and learn the steps of their traditional dances. Spend the night in a local home for total immersion.

  • Meals : Breakfast, Dinner
  • Accommodation : Home stay, Seneto

Day 5

Learning about Meru culinary traditions

Learning about Meru culinary traditions

Immerse yourself in the local culture with a culinary workshop where you will learn how to prepare traditional dishes such as "Loshoro". Stroll through the villages and coffee plantations for an authentic and enriching experience.

  • Meals : Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
  • Accommodation : Home stay, Seneto

Day 6

Daily life with the Meru

Daily life with the Meru

Share the daily life of the Meru people by taking part in agricultural and craft tasks. Discover their ancestral customs and enjoy a day of walks and traditional activities.

  • Meals : Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
  • Accommodation : Home stay, Seneto

Day 7

Walk to Lake Momella

Exploring Lake Momella

Exploring Lake Momella

Set off on a hike through picturesque villages to Lake Momella, famous for its pink flamingos and rich birdlife. You'll come across young Masai warriors herding cattle, a unique encounter with the local culture.

  • Meals : Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
  • Accommodation : Home stay

Day 8 to 10

Mererani - Tanzanite mines

Immersion in the world of Tanzanite

Immersion in the world of Tanzanite

After a transfer to the village of Mererani, discover the mysteries of Tanzanite, the precious blue stone found only at the foot of Kilimanjaro. Visit the mines and meet the stone miners who work in extreme conditions. Immerse yourself in the fascinating world of this stone, while discovering the local trade in the Maasai markets.

  • Meals : Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
  • Accommodation : Bivouac at Mererani

Day 11

Road to Lake Eyasi

Lake Eyasi and the Bushmen

Lake Eyasi and the Bushmen

Cross desert landscapes to Lake Eyasi, a remote and little-visited region. Meet the Hadzabe bushmen, hunter-gatherers, and take part in workshops to make poisoned bows and arrows. Immerse yourself in an ancestral way of life.

  • Meals : Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
  • Accommodation : Tent at Lake Eyasi

Day 12

Meet Datoga

Meet Datoga

Discover the traditions of the Datoga, a people of craftsmen and farmers. Visit their metal workshops, where they work iron using ancestral techniques. Enjoy a unique cultural experience in the heart of Tanzania.

  • Meals : Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
  • Accommodation : Lodge in Karatu

Day 13

Safari in Manyara National Park

Safari in Manyara National Park

Explore the Manyara National Park Reserve, famous for its dense forests and varied landscapes. Meet the local villagers and learn about their farming traditions. In the afternoon, return to Ambureni for a final evening in this authentic setting.

  • Meals : Breakfast, Dinner
  • Accommodation : Hotel in Ambureni

Day 14

Arusha

Visit to Arusha and Return

Visit to Arusha and Return

Enjoy a visit to the town of Arusha, in particular its craft market, before your return flight to France. This is your last chance to do some souvenir shopping and enjoy the African atmosphere.

Day 15

Paris

Arrival in Paris

Arrival in Paris

Early morning arrival in Paris.

  • From €2,520 per person based on two participants

What the price includes :

  • A variety of accommodation (hotels, homestays, bivouacs, lodges)
  • All meals mentioned in the programme
  • Entrance to national parks
  • All transfers and activities included in the programme
  • English-speaking guide and driver
  • Cultural and craft workshops

What the price does not include :

  • International flights
  • Visa for Tanzania
  • Drinks and tips
  • Personal expenses

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