Tanzania photo tour from the homeland of Kilimanjaro, traveling to Arusha as getting closer to Hadza, Maasai, and Mbulu Communities in Karatu, Safari to Ngorongoro Crater, and Lake Manyara. This cultural photography tour will focus on live living photography in some ethnic tribes like Maasai Tribes, Hadzabe tribe, Datoga, Local Swahili people in the streets, Mbulu tribes and more.
12 Days Cultural and Lifestyle Photography Tour
Day by day highlights:
- Day 1: Your Arrival in Tanzania
- Day 2: Driving To West Kilimanjaro
- Day 3: West Kilimanjaro – Arusha
- Day 4: Drive To Munduli Juu Villages,
- Day 5-7: Lake Natron Village
- Day 8: Drive To Karatu Via Mto Wa Mbu Village
- Day 9: Wildlife Safari In Ngorongoro Crater.
- Day 10: Visit Hadzabe People, Datoga.
- Day 11: Photography with Hadzabe – Drive to Mto Wa Mbu Village
- Day 12: Lake Manyara National Park – Transfer To Airport.
Tour Features:
Game Drives
Safaris include daily game drives in a high quality Land Cruiser, suitable for up to 7 people.
Luxury Safari
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Meals & Drinks Included
All meals as listed, local alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks are included.
Recommended dates
If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.
Day 1: Your Arrival in Tanzania
- Arusha, Tanzania
You are welcome to the Peace land of Tanzania, upon your arrival at Kilimanjaro, we will pick you and transfer to Moshi town for overnight.
We will recommend short City tours in Moshi town depending on your arrival time. Possible to go one the building roof to capture the view of Kilimanjaro Mountain if not covered with clouds.
Accommodation options
- Meal plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 2: Driving To West Kilimanjaro
- West Kilimanjaro, Tanzania
Our cultural and lifestyle photography tour starts from Kilimanjaro.
After breakfast, taking 3 hours drives to Western Kilimanjaro via Sanya Juu, arriving at the village around noon. Meet Maasai people on the deck of Kilimanjaro.
After lunch, Visit the Village with the local market in there. Having shot of Maasai Family and warriors.
Accommodation options
- Meal plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 3: West Kilimanjaro – Moshi
- Moshi, Tanzania
Early morning photography on the base of Kilimanjaro Mountain with Maasai. After breakfast, carry up our accessories and trek up on a small hill with our Maasai Crew.
In the evening, we take a drive to Moshi for rest, dinner and overnight.
Accommodation options
- Meal plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 4: Drive To Munduli Juu Villages
- Munduli Juu Villages, Tanzania
Munduli is the district next to Arusha town, it will take us 1hr drive to reach there. We will make stops along the beautifully landscapes on the way, our main stop at interior Maasai village right from their Breakfast time, visiting the family in the village, meet the Maasai Warriors, dancing and their best time on when are slaughtering Goat and making Nyama Choma round the Fire.
It’s completely natural to be with this community. In the Afternoon we will escort Masai Women with Donkeys on fetching water, and capture a lot of nature and landscapes.
Accommodation options
- Meal plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 5-7: Lake Natron Village
- Lake Natron Village, Tanzania
Day 5: Full Day Lake Natron Village
After possible morning photography in the village, depart for Lake Natron with a stop at Engaruka Maasai Village for more portraits, more photography at Shimo La Mungu (small volcanic crater) then heading to the Lake Natron Village.
Overnight in the Village (FB)
Day 6: Full Day Lake Natron Village
In the morning going to Enkai belief with Elders and Warriors.
Visiting the Maasai weekly market, in the afternoon walking back to camp for lunch, after a few hours of resting drive to the lake shore for evening photography with Maasai Warriors.
Overnight in the Village (FB)
Day 7: Lake Natron Village
Early morning wakes up, before breakfast drive a short distance to the lake for sunrise, Flamingo shots and the mountain of God (Oldonyo Lengai), thereafter drive back to the Camp for breakfast.
We will take a short tour to a sideway along the mountain, capturing the scape of the mountain and the village.
We will be able to take a drive for scenic views.
Accommodation options
- Meal plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 8: Drive To Karatu Via Mto Wa Mbu Village
- Mto Wa Mbu Village, Tanzania
Depart from the village after breakfast for a transfer to Karatu small town, you will arrive in Karatu in the afternoon with a chance to take a walk in town for any possible lifestyle and street photography.
Accommodation options
- Meal plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 9: Wildlife Safari In Ngorongoro Crater
- Ngorongoro Crater, Tanzania
Early morning drive to the village, for sunrise shots with Maasai Warriors, set up for a breakfast in the Maasai boma.
Depart for Lake Eyasi in the evening, driving in the village for sunset from Datoga farms.
Accommodation options
- Meal plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 10: Visit Hadzabe People, Datoga.
- Lake Eyasi, Tanzania
- Sunrise shoots with Hadza,
- Shoots in Hadza Village, families and when hunting.
- Sunset shoots with Hadza
Early morning drives to Hadzabe Village. Hunting with Hadzabe people, visiting Datoga people and learning their lifestyle.
Visiting them is like a movie, Hazabe is hunting and gathering, growing their families to be active in the jangle, Datogas are good farmers, they are growing onions, maize, and other crops.
Accommodation options
- Meal plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 11: Photography with Hadzabe – Drive to Mto Wa Mbu Village
- Mto Wa Mbu Village, Tanzania
In the morning depart from the lodge, pass at Hadza village and leave with 3-4 Hadza warriors to a special location, in the area will leave the vehicle on the road way and take a walk for about 15 minutes in the bush.
In the afternoon, will go for lunch and then depart for Mto wa Mbu Village for an evening walk in the Village, a chance at the local market and street photography.
Accommodation options
- Meal plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 12: Lake Manyara National Park – Transfer To Airport
- Lake Manyara, Tanzania
First, take a scenic charter flight from Kogatende to Kilimanjaro Airport. But, flight offers a final aerial view of Tanzania’s stunning landscapes. Also, provides a unique opportunity to capture the region’s vast beauty from above.
Lunch at Arusha Coffee House
Afterwards, enjoy a relaxing lunch at Arusha Coffee House. However, this is where you can unwind and reflect on the incredible experiences of the past days before your departure.
Private Airport Transfers
Finally, after lunch, transferred privately to Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) for your departure flights. Hence, ensuring a smooth and comfortable end to your unforgettable safari adventure.
- Meal plan: Breakfast, Lunch
The package includes:
- Accommodation in selected lodges and camps (Full Board)
- All park & concession fees for Tarangire, Ngorongoro, and Serengeti
- Private 4×4 Land Cruisers (vehicles with removable windows for optimal photography)
- Professional safari guides (1 per vehicle) with photography expertise
- Unlimited game drives with optimal timing for photography
- Soft drinks & bottled water during game drives
- Domestic charter flight from Kogatende to Arusha
- All airport transfers (arrival & departure)
The package excludes:
- International flights
- Personal items (Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
