Tanzania is endowed with the rich cultural heritage
of 120 ethnic tribes. The Cultural Tourism Programme
provides visitors with authentic cultural experiences
that combine nature, scenery, folklore, ceremonies,
dances, rituals, tales, art, handicrafts and hospitality
and give a unique insight into their way of life.
It is a rewarding experience to leave the safari
vehicle behind and walk through the lush tropical
slopes of Mt Meru and Mt Kilimanjaro while Waarusha,
Wameru or Wachagga guides proudly describe their
carefully cultivated ‘shambas’ with
coffee, bananas, fruits, vegetables and dairy cow
farming. Discover how many steps it takes to grow,
pick, dry, roast, pound and brew fresh aromatic
coffee. Participate in the process yourself before
enjoying the taste and taking home your very personal
packet of Tanzanian coffee!
In the pastoral areas of the north you can follow
the Iraqw, Barbaiq, and Maasai tracks to explore
almost forgotten traditions and a way of life that
is closely linked to nature and wildlife. Follow
the famous drumbeats and let the Ndali dancers of
southern Tanzania interpret the music and performances
they inherited from their ancestors. Taste the local
cuisine, with all the culinary variations of Ugali,
Makande, Machalari, tasty Pilau, Chapati, Nyama
choma, and sample the local brew.
Sense the culture and history of the Swahili people
of coastal Tanzania. Explore the savannahs on a
camel’s back. Boat down a river or row on
one of the many lakes while listening to hair-raising
legendary tales.
Paddle between mangroves. And sail with the fishermen
to pristine
sandy islands. Climb a holy mountain and rest in
the shade of a giant baobab tree in the Rift Valley.
Meet the friendly inhabitants of Tanzania’s
“Switzerland” while hiking through the
Usamabara Mountains. Admire ancient irrigation systems
- or today’s craftsmanship. Listen to a traditional
healer’s diagnostic methods and obtain the
correct remedial prescriptions.
Visit the people of Tanzania.
TOUR CODE: TA/TCS/101: 7 Day Tanzania Cultural
Safari
Day 1: Depart Arusha early and
transfer to Lake Eyasi where you will settle into
camp by the end of the lake and meet the Hadzabe
Bushmen. There will be a village tour and the opportunity
to see various traditional crafts. Dinner and overnight
at the campsite.
Day 2: Morning hunt with the Hadzabe.
You will see the traditional hunter-gathers demonstrate
the skills that have been handed down since the
first humans. After lunch you will transfer to Tarangire
National Park in time to go for an afternoon game
drive before settling into Tarangire Safari Lodge.
Day 3: Morning game drive before
transferring to Karatu, on the edge of the Ngorongoro
Conservation area. You will visit local craft markets.
Dinner and overnight at Bougainvilia Lodge, which
boasts a sublime cook and a beautiful collection
of stone chalets - each room has an open fire to
keep away the cold that comes with altitude.
Day 4: Morning descent into the
Ngorongoro Crater - simply stunning scenery with
excellent game viewing. Picnic lunch followed by
a visit to a Masai Boma. Dinner and overnight at
Bougainvilia.
Day 5: Game drive transfer to
the Serengeti where you will settle into Seronera
Campsite in the heart of the Serengeti.
Day 6: Full day looking for predators
and watching the famous migration. Dinner and overnight
at Serenonera Campsite.
Day 7: Morning game drive, transfer
to Arusha via the Ngorongoro Conservation Area.
End of Safari.
This itinerary combines nights under canvas with
nights in comfortable lodges. This allows you to
experience noth sides of the African adventure and
is more relaxing than a purely camping safari. We
can alter accommodation styles as you prefer.
