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Embark on a journey in Tanzania, where each day promises thrilling encounters and breathtaking landscapes. Day one begins with a captivating visit to the Arusha Cultural Heritage Centre, the biggest art gallery in Africa, and a stroll through the lively Arusha Central Market, setting the stage for an exciting adventure.

The following day, our guide Rey came to pick us up from the hotel, marking the start of our safari. The wilderness of Tarangire National Park, where dense green forests and towering baobab trees create a magical backdrop. Witness families of majestic elephants roaming freely amidst giraffes and zebras, earning it the nickname « House of Elephants. »

Day three kicks off with an early morning game drive, leading to a sighting of two young lions basking in the sun after a hearty meal. Following them to a tranquil pool, where they satisfy their thirst, offered very intimate moments of these magnificent creatures.

The journey continues towards Lake Natron, where the meeting with the Masai tribe and a visit to a stunning waterfall added a touch of cultural richness to your adventure.

An early morning drive to Lake Natron, where the breathtaking Ol Doinyo Lengaï volcano stands tall, called the « Mountain of God » by the Maasai people. Heading towards Serengeti, the night is filled with the distant calls of lions and hyenas, creating the ambiance for another day of wonder.

The wonders of Central Serengeti: where the day unfolds with a family of lions perched on rocks, showcasing the rock formations that serve as a sanctuary for these cats. The landscape comes alive with over 30 big cats, against a scenery of elephants, giraffes, and zebras.

Exploring Western Serengeti. A chance encounter with a cheetah on the hunt near our camp sets the tone for a day in hopes of witnessing the Great Migration in action. The Great Migration is the annual movement of over 1.5 million wildebeests, along with hundreds of thousands of zebras and gazelles, across the Serengeti in Tanzania and the Maasai Mara in Kenya. It is driven by the search for fresh grazing and water, following seasonal rainfall patterns. Vast plains teeming with wildebeests and zebras. The serenity of the moment, surrounded by nature’s grandeur, adds a sense of peace to the journey.

Three days have passed since we set camp in Serengeti National Park, the final game drive before heading to Ngorongoro crater, a last chance to spot a leopard. The long-awaited sighting of a leopard hidden in a tree fulfills a lifelong dream. The journey continues to Ngorongoro, where the unique landscape teems with life, setting the tone for tomorrow’s game drive.

A day in Ngorongoro Crater, with its unique features and abundant wildlife. Once a gigantic volcano and now the largest intact caldera in the world. Ngorongoro Crater is a natural wonder of the world due to its unique formation. When you stand on the rim and look down, it appears to be a vast and empty plain, with a simple lake and a small forest. Yet in reality, Ngorongoro Crater has several different ecosystems which are home to over 300 species, including the Big Five.

The last destination of our safari was Lake Eyasi where we first met the Datoga people who are fine blacksmiths artists. They use scrap metals to make copper and iron items such as arrowheads, which they trade with the Hadzabe people: the last remaining hunter-gatherer tribes in Africa. They are known for their traditional way of life, relying on hunting and gathering for sustenance.

As the safari draws to a close, the memories of each encounter, each landscape, and each cultural exchange blend together to create lasting memories of Tanzania’s beauty.