We visit Hadzabe groups who welcome guests, and the visit fee goes to the community. Your guide explains the etiquette before you arrive.
3-Day Lake Eyasi Cultural Safari: Hadzabe & Datoga
Lake Eyasi, Tanzania
3-Day Lake Eyasi Cultural Safari: Hadzabe & Datoga
Duration
3 Days - 2 Nights
- Tour TypePrivate cultural tour
- Start PointArusha
- End PointArusha
- DeparturesDaily, all year
- AccommodationLodge or camp at Lake Eyasi
- MealsFull board
- VehicleToyota Land Cruiser
- Good ForCulture lovers, families, photographers
Day by Day Itinerary
Day 1
Arusha to Lake Eyasi
- Drive west through Mto wa Mbu and Karatu
- Arrive at Lake Eyasi in the Rift Valley
- Afternoon visit to Datoga blacksmiths
- Overnight at Lake Eyasi
Day 2
Dawn with the Hadzabe
- Join a Hadzabe group before sunrise
- Watch bow hunting and gathering
- Learn fire making by hand
- Afternoon at the lake and onion farms
Day 3
Iraqw Farms and Return
- Visit an Iraqw family farm
- Coffee walk in the Karatu highlands
- Drive back to Arusha
Price Includes
Covered in the per person price.
- Private Land Cruiser
- Local guide and community interpreters
- Community visit fees
- 2 nights accommodation
- All meals
- Bottled drinking water
Price Excludes
Not covered in the price.
- Flights
- Tanzania visa
- Travel insurance
- Gifts and crafts
- Tips
Questions About This Trip
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Is visiting the Hadzabe respectful?
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Is the hunt suitable for children?
Yes for most families. The walk is short and the pace is slow. Parents can choose to skip the hunt.
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Can I add the Ngorongoro Crater?
Yes. Lake Eyasi is about 2 hours from the crater. Ask us to extend to 4 days.
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