Begin Your safari adventure with a stay at the enchanting Original Maasai Lodge, a sanctuary that invites immediate tranquility and contemplation of life’s true essentials. Nestled at the base of Mount Kilimanjaro, amidst the vast wilderness of the Maasai steppe, you’ll find bungalows adorned with handcrafted furniture, offering spectacular views of Kilimanjaro, Africa’s tallest peak. Beyond lies the savannah, the heartland of the Maasai people, presenting a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in their culture, traditions, and rituals, while naturally slowing down to the rhythm of life here.

The essence of your stay revolves around connection, sharing stories, traditions, and mutual learning. Experience life in a traditional Maasai Boma, engage in cultural activities, and gain insight into the customs and traditions of the Maasai.

Begin Your safari adventure with a stay at the enchanting Original Maasai Lodge, a sanctuary

After breakfast, we will set off towards Lake Natron, anticipating a journey of around 6 hours. Upon arrival, we’ll pause for lunch amidst the stunning landscape that cradles Lake Natron, set against a backdrop of volcanic hills and profound craters. Positioned at the lowest elevation of the Rift Valley, just 600 meters above sea level, Lake Natron is distinguished as the world’s most alkaline body of water. Post-lunch, our exploration leads us to the lake’s edge during the cooler evening hours.

Your day continues with a trek to the enchanting Walter Falls. The path, winding through steep cliffs and a shaded gorge, promises a bit of adventure with some light scrambling and multiple river crossings, adding a touch of excitement to the hike. After a few hours’ walk, you’ll be rewarded with the sight of a natural swimming pool, enclosed by towering rock walls. Fed by springs above, this serene pool invites you to swim and relax to your heart’s content.

As the day wanes, we’ll visit the site of the ancient Hominid footprints. This remarkable discovery offers a rare glimpse into the past, with well-preserved human footprints dating back between 5,000 and 19,000 years. No other location in Africa boasts such a significant collection of ancient Homo sapiens footprints, providing an invaluable resource for researchers piecing together the narrative of early human history.

that invites immediate tranquility and contemplation of life’s true essentials. Nestled at the base of Mount Kilimanjaro, amidst the vast wilderness of the Maasai steppe, you’ll find bungalows adorned with handcrafted furniture, offering spectacular views of Kilimanjaro, Africa’s tallest peak. Beyond lies the savannah, the heartland of the Maasai people, presenting a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in their culture, traditions, and rituals, while naturally slowing down to the rhythm of life here.

The essence of your stay revolves around connection, sharing stories, traditions, and mutual learning. Experience life in a traditional Maasai Boma, engage in cultural activities, and gain insight into the customs and traditions of the Maasai.

Journey to the Northern Serengeti, near the Mara River, an area renowned for its nutrient-rich grasslands that provide ample sustenance for the migratory herds of wildebeests and zebras. This region is the stage for the iconic Mara River crossings, a spectacular natural event you won’t want to miss. Observe the colossal Nile crocodiles as they lounge in the sun, stealthily awaiting the migration’s arrival.

During your stay, you’ll be poised to witness exhilarating wildlife scenes, possibly including the dramatic river crossings themselves. These moments mark a critical and challenging phase of the migration for the wildebeests and zebras face one of the most difficult parts of their migration journey and cross over to Masai Mara. Spend three days exploring. Incorporate a walking safari into your two-night stay in the Northern Serengeti to fully immerse yourself in the raw beauty of this unparalleled wilderness. This guided on-foot journey offers a unique perspective of the Serengeti’s vast landscapes and its inhabitants.

Journey to the Northern Serengeti, near the Mara River, an area renowned for its nutrient-rich grasslands that provide ample sustenance for the migratory herds of

Experience the Central Serengeti in the dry season—a time of dramatic landscapes and thrilling wildlife encounters. As the land parches, the iconic plains drawing predators and prey alike to its life-giving water sources. Witness the mesmerizing spectacle of vast herds congregating around dwindling watering holes, while predators lurk in the shadows, poised for action. Against the backdrop of golden grasses, the Serengeti’s inhabitants navigate the challenges of survival, creating an unforgettable tableau of life in the wild.

wildebeests and zebras. This region is the stage for the iconic Mara River crossings, a spectacular natural event you won’t want to miss. Observe the colossal Nile crocodiles as they lounge in the sun, stealthily awaiting the migration’s arrival.

During your stay, you’ll be poised to witness exhilarating wildlife scenes, possibly including the dramatic river crossings themselves. These moments mark a critical and challenging phase of the migration for the wildebeests and zebras face one of the most difficult parts of their migration journey and cross over to Masai Mara. Spend three days exploring. Incorporate a walking safari into your two-night stay in the Northern Serengeti to fully immerse yourself in the raw beauty of this unparalleled wilderness. This guided on-foot journey offers a unique perspective of the Serengeti’s vast landscapes and its inhabitants.

Early morning you will set out on another game drive in the Serengeti before continuing towards the Oldupai Gorge. The site is significant in showing the increasing developmental and social complexities in the earliest humans (hominids).  The collecting of tools and animal remains in a central area is evidence of developing social interaction and communal activity. All these factors indicate an increase in cognitive capacities at the beginning of the period of hominids transitioning to hominins—that is, to human—form and behavior.  We then travel onward to Ngorongoro Farm House

After breakfast, you will continue into the 600-meter-deep unbroken caldera, and you will have a moment to take in the fantastic, awe-inspiring views of the collapsed volcano. Then you will descend the caldera for a game drive. Over 25,000 mammals such as spotted hyenas and the “Big Five” – elephant, rhino, buffalo, leopard, and lion are part of them. You will enjoy lunch at a picnic spot inside the crater.   After lunch, you will continue the game drive and in the afternoon drive to lake eyas

The Hadzabe and Datoga tribes, nestled in Tanzania’s Lake Eyasi region, offer a glimpse into ancient cultures surviving in a modern world. The Hadzabe, one of the last remaining hunter-gatherer societies, maintain their traditional way of life, relying on the land for sustenance and living in harmony with nature. In contrast, the Datoga are skilled pastoralists and blacksmiths, renowned for their metalwork and cattle herding. Both tribes offer unique insights into traditional practices, rituals, and beliefs, providing visitors with an enriching cultural experience steeped in authenticity and heritage. Overnight at ziwani Lodge

After breakfast, we drive back to Arusha where your guide will take you to JRO.  If you have enough time before your flight, your guide will take you to the Cultural Heritage Museum so you can have lunch at the museum restaurant.