TANGA-NYIKA TALES: Adventure from the bush to the beach

 

This isn’t simply a tour, or even a journey; it’s a story. One that weaves from the mountainous North to the palm fringed Eastern coast, taking you from Arusha and the Maasai steppe, through the baobab and acacia studded savannahs of Tarangire, the iconic Serengeti and the highlands of Ngorongoro and back down to the Usambaras via Kilimanjaro to the coastal town of Pangani in Tanga. It’s a tale of this glorious country, her wildlife and rich cultures as told by the people who call Tanzania home, one you’ll hear from Maasai elders around a fire as they share traditional stories, medicinal knowledge or the symbolism of colour, from the Hadzabe as they explain the significance of the baobab or help you string a bow, or the WaSwahili as they translate proverbs, weave a fishing net or harvest fresh coconuts for you. One you’ll also learn from your private guide as you explore the North’s beautiful parks, watching out for wildlife big and small.

18 days, 17 nights

Camping & Lodge

Your trip at a glance…

Highlights

  • Learn about Tanzania from the perspective of Maasai, Chagga, Hadzabe and Waswahili culture.

  • Camp near to rural communities and experience the wildlife beyond national parks.

  • Explore Tarangire national park.

  • Discover the Ngorongoro and Serengeti ecosystem.

  • Take a night-time chameleon walk in the Usambaras.

  • Unwind on Pangani’s coastal beaches.

  • Delve deeper in an indigenous knowledge workshop.

  • Enjoy some luxury in some of Tanzania’s carefully selected tented lodges.

Destinations

Mt Longido & Enduimet Wildlife Managment Area

Tarangire National Park

Lake Babati

Lake Eyasi and the Yaeda Valley

Ngorongoro Crater

Serengeti National Park

Mt Kilimanjaro

The Usambara Mountains and Amani Forest Nature Reserve

The Pangani Coast

Day 1

Day 2-3

    • You will be met at Kilimanjaro airport by your driver guide who will transfer you to your hotel.

    • Orientation with either Chaca or Lauren.

    • Transfer in the morning to Engikaret village, Longido and be warmly greeted by village elders before settling into camp.

    • Spend the next two days doing cultural activities, community service, walks and talks as you get to know the community.

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