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13 Days 12 Nights Tanzania Culture Tribal Safari & Wildlife Tour | Best Tanzania Cultural & Wildlife Safari
13 Days Tanzania Culture & Wildlife Safari | Ultimate Wild Safaris
Discover Tanzania on a 13 Days 12 Nights Cultural & Wildlife Safari featuring Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater, Tarangire, Lake Natron, Kilimanjaro, Maasai villages, and authentic tribal experiences.
13 Days 12 Nights Tanzania Culture Tribal Safari & Wildlife Tour
Experience the ultimate blend of wildlife, culture, landscapes, and authentic local traditions on our 13 Days 12 Nights Tanzania Culture Tribal Safari & Wildlife Tour. This unforgettable Tanzania safari combines world-famous national parks with immersive cultural encounters, allowing you to experience both Tanzania's spectacular wildlife and its rich tribal heritage.
Travel through some of East Africa's most iconic safari destinations, including Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Crater, Tarangire National Park, Lake Manyara National Park, Lake Natron, and the beautiful foothills of Mount Kilimanjaro. Along the way, you'll meet the Maasai people, visit coffee farms in Uru Village, explore Mto wa Mbu Cultural Tourism Programme, and learn about Tanzania's diverse cultures and traditional lifestyles.
Designed for travelers seeking more than a traditional safari, this journey combines exciting game drives with meaningful community experiences, breathtaking scenery, and sustainable tourism initiatives.
Safari Highlights
- Explore the world-famous Serengeti National Park
- Descend into the spectacular Ngorongoro Crater
- Discover Tarangire National Park, home to giant elephant herds and ancient baobab trees
- Visit Lake Manyara National Park and its diverse ecosystems
- Experience authentic Maasai village life
- Tour the Uru Coffee Cooperative near Mount Kilimanjaro
- Hike the lower slopes of Mount Kilimanjaro National Park
- Visit the vibrant Mto wa Mbu Cultural Tourism Programme
- Discover the dramatic landscapes of Lake Natron
- Observe flamingos and volcanic scenery
- Enjoy luxury safari lodges and comfortable tented camps
- Travel with professional English-speaking safari guides
Why Choose This Tanzania Cultural Safari?
This safari is ideal for travelers who want to experience both Africa's incredible wildlife and the fascinating cultures of Tanzania. Instead of only game drives, you'll engage with local communities, discover ancient traditions, support community tourism projects, and gain a deeper understanding of one of Africa's most culturally diverse countries.
Perfect for:
- Wildlife lovers
- Cultural explorers
- Photographers
- Adventure travelers
- Families
- Couples
- Educational travel groups
Destinations You'll Visit
Mount Kilimanjaro
Visit the lush foothills of Africa's highest mountain, explore tropical forests, waterfalls, coffee plantations, and local Chagga communities.
Uru Coffee Cooperative
Learn how Tanzania's famous Arabica coffee is grown, harvested, roasted, and prepared while supporting local farmers.
Tarangire National Park
Known as the "Land of Giants," Tarangire boasts massive elephant herds, ancient baobab trees, lions, leopards, giraffes, zebras, buffaloes, and more than 550 bird species.
Lake Manyara National Park
A scenic park famous for its groundwater forests, flamingos, hippos, elephants, tree-climbing lions, and exceptional birdlife.
Mto wa Mbu Cultural Tourism Programme
Meet farmers, artists, and local families from over 120 ethnic groups living together in one vibrant community.
Ngorongoro Crater
Explore the world's largest intact volcanic caldera, home to one of Africa's highest concentrations of wildlife, including the Big Five.
Serengeti National Park
Experience endless plains filled with lions, elephants, cheetahs, leopards, giraffes, hyenas, zebras, and the world-famous Great Wildebeest Migration.
Lake Natron
Discover one of Tanzania's most spectacular landscapes, famous for millions of flamingos, volcanic scenery, waterfalls, and breathtaking photography opportunities.
13 Days 12 Nights Tanzania Safari Itinerary
Day 1 – Arrival in Tanzania
Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport where our safari representative welcomes you before transferring you to your lodge near Arusha or Moshi.
Accommodation included.
Day 2 – Uru Coffee Tour & Kahawa Shamba Project
Visit the fertile slopes of Mount Kilimanjaro and discover traditional coffee farming with the Chagga community.
Activities include:
- Coffee harvesting (seasonal)
- Coffee roasting
- Traditional coffee tasting
- Cultural interaction
- Local lunch
Day 3 – Mount Kilimanjaro National Park Hike
Enjoy a guided hike through Kilimanjaro's lush rainforest.
Highlights include:
- Tropical forest
- Waterfalls
- Blue monkeys
- Colobus monkeys
- Birdwatching
- Spectacular mountain scenery
Day 4 – Tarangire National Park Safari
Drive to Tarangire National Park for a full-day game drive.
Look out for:
- Elephants
- Lions
- Leopards
- Giraffes
- Zebras
- Buffaloes
- Wildebeests
- Baobab trees
Overnight near the park.
Day 5 – Village Walk & Cultural Experience
Spend the day exploring rural Tanzania through guided village walks and cultural exchanges.
Meet local artisans, farmers, and traditional families while learning about everyday life.
Day 6 – Mto wa Mbu Cultural Tourism Programme
Explore one of Tanzania's most culturally diverse villages.
Activities include:
- Bicycle tour (optional)
- Banana plantations
- Local markets
- Traditional food tasting
- Craft workshops
- Rice farms
Day 7 – Ngorongoro Crater Safari
Descend into the UNESCO-listed Ngorongoro Crater for one of Africa's finest wildlife experiences.
Possible sightings include:
- Black rhinos
- Lions
- Elephants
- Hippos
- Hyenas
- Zebras
- Buffaloes
- Flamingos
Day 8 – Serengeti National Park
Travel into the legendary Serengeti for an afternoon game drive.
Enjoy endless plains filled with incredible wildlife and breathtaking sunsets.
Day 9 – Full Day Serengeti Safari
Spend the day searching for:
- Lions
- Leopards
- Cheetahs
- Elephants
- Wildebeests
- Zebras
- Hyenas
- Jackals
- Crocodiles
Depending on the season, witness the spectacular Great Wildebeest Migration.
Day 10 – Serengeti to Lake Natron
After a morning game drive, continue to the dramatic landscapes surrounding Lake Natron.
Enjoy views of:
- Ol Doinyo Lengai Volcano
- Rift Valley Escarpment
- Flamingo breeding grounds
Day 11 – Lake Natron Exploration
Explore one of East Africa's most unique ecosystems.
Activities include:
- Flamingo viewing
- Waterfall hike
- Maasai cultural visit
- Photography
- Nature walks
Day 12 – Maasai Boma Visit & Mto wa Mbu
Visit an authentic Maasai village where you'll learn about traditional customs, livestock keeping, ceremonies, dances, and beadwork before returning to Mto wa Mbu for your final evening.
Day 13 – Departure
After breakfast, transfer to Kilimanjaro International Airport for your onward flight or extend your holiday with a Zanzibar beach vacation or a Kenya safari.
Wildlife You May Encounter
During this safari you may see:
- Lions
- Leopards
- Elephants
- Buffaloes
- Black Rhinos
- Cheetahs
- Giraffes
- Zebras
- Wildebeests
- Hippos
- Crocodiles
- Hyenas
- Flamingos
- Ostriches
- Hundreds of bird species
Cultural Experiences Included
- Chagga Coffee Tour
- Maasai Village Visit
- Mto wa Mbu Cultural Programme
- Traditional cuisine
- Local farming experiences
- Handicraft workshops
- Community tourism initiatives
Safari Includes
- Airport transfers
- Professional English-speaking safari guide
- Private 4×4 safari vehicle
- Park entrance fees
- Ngorongoro Crater fees
- Cultural activity fees
- Accommodation for 12 nights
- Meals as per itinerary
- Bottled drinking water
- Government taxes
Safari Excludes
- International flights
- Tanzania Visa
- Travel insurance
- Alcoholic beverages
- Personal expenses
- Optional activities
- Tips for guides and lodge staff
Best Time to Visit
This safari operates throughout the year, but the best months are:
- January to March
- June to October
These months offer excellent wildlife viewing, comfortable weather, and ideal conditions for photography and cultural activities.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this safari suitable for families?
Yes. This itinerary is ideal for families, couples, solo travelers, photographers, and small groups.
Can I witness the Great Wildebeest Migration?
Yes. Depending on your travel dates, your guide will position your safari to maximize your chances of witnessing the migration.
Can I combine this safari with Zanzibar?
Absolutely. Many travelers choose to relax on Zanzibar's white-sand beaches after completing this safari.
What type of accommodation is provided?
You'll stay in carefully selected safari lodges, luxury tented camps, and comfortable hotels offering excellent service and authentic safari experiences.
Book Your 13 Days Tanzania Culture & Wildlife Safari
Discover the perfect combination of wildlife, culture, and adventure with Ultimate Wild Safaris. From the endless plains of the Serengeti and the wildlife-rich Ngorongoro Crater to authentic Maasai villages, coffee farms, and the dramatic landscapes of Lake Natron, this unforgettable journey offers an immersive experience into the heart of Tanzania.
Whether you're seeking the Big Five, the Great Migration, or meaningful cultural encounters, this safari promises memories that will last a lifetime.
Tour Overview
Availability
Nov 18- Mar 17
Duration
13D/12N
Pickup Location
pickup avaiable from airport, train and also cruise
Language
English
Car PickUp
Available
Tour Guide
Included
Included
- 12 Breakfasts, 12 Lunches, 9 Dinners
- 12 Nights Accommodations
- Accommodations as listed
- Meals as listed
- Ground transportation as listed
- Professional, bilingual guide service as listed
- Excursions and activities as listed
- Serengeti National Park Entrance Fee
- Ngorongoro Crater Entrance Fee
- Lake Manyara National Park Entrance Fee
- Arrival Transfer
- Departure Transfer
- Bottled Water while on Safari
- Exclusive use of Safari Vehicle
- National Park and Conservation Area fees and taxes
Excluded
- Travel Insurance
- Personal Expenses
- Flight costs (please request a quote)
- Additional excursions during free time
- Tourist Visa
- Gratuities
- Meals not Included
- International Flights
- Airport Departure Tax
- Tourist Visa - Contact your Consulate in advance
- Required Travel Insurance
Itenary
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9:00 AM
Arrive Tanzania on 13 Days 12 Nights Tanzania Culture Tribal Safari and Wildlife Tour
On this day one of 13 Days 12 Nights Tanzania Culture Tribal Safari and Wildlife Tour, after clearing baggage claim and customs, meet your safari representative and transfer to the Kilimanjaro Halisi Retreat where you can rest before starting out on your exciting trip around Tanzania.
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8:00 AM
Uru Coffee Tour & Kahawa Shamba Project on 13 Days 12 Nights Tanzania Culture Tribal Safari and Wildlife Tour
This morning of your 13 Days 12 Nights Tanzania Culture Tribal Safari and Wildlife Tour, drive to the small village of Uru on the slopes of Kilimanjaro and visit the local coffee cooperative on an all-encompassing tour of the grounds.
This guided tour displays how coffee is grown, harvested, and roasted and participants join in the entire process, including brewing their own cup of coffee!
Meet with local farmers while the women prepare a delicious lunch while you enjoy the amazing scenery. Head back to Moshi in the afternoon and enjoy the hotel or explore the city’s traditional markets independently.
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9:00 AM
Hike in Kilimanjaro National Park on 13 Days 12 Nights Tanzania Culture Tribal Safari and Wildlife Tour
Today on your 13 Days 12 Nights Tanzania Culture Tribal Safari and Wildlife Tour, Tackle Mount Kilimanjaro on a day hike!
This dominant fixture to the Tanzanian landscape rises an impressive 5895 meters at its highest peak.
Transfer to the Marangu Gate where you will commence your day hike.
Walk through the lush rainforest rising 800 meters to Mandara Hut where you stop for a well-deserved picnic lunch.
After your respite you will continue on to Maundi Crater before returning to the Marangu Gate and transferring back to Moshi.
Hike Duration: 5-6 Hours
Elevation Gain: 800 Meters Distance: 9 miles
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08:00 AM
Tarangire National Park on 13 Days 12 Nights Tanzania Culture Tribal Safari and Wildlife Tour
Today on day four of 13 Days 12 Nights Tanzania Culture Tribal Safari and Wildlife Tour, the better option of today is spent on a game drive in the Tarangire National Park.
The Tarangire National park is known for its enormous herds of elephants, ancient baobab trees, and having the greatest concentration of wildlife outside the Serengeti.
During the dry season (June-Sept), animals flock from hundreds of miles to drink from the Tarangire River. Arrive at the Tarangire Safari Lodge in time for dinner.
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09:00 AM
Safari and Village Walk on 13 Days 12 Nights Tanzania Culture Tribal Safari and Wildlife Tour
Today on day five of 13 Days 12 Nights Tanzania Culture Tribal Safari and Wildlife Tour, Take an early safari through Tarangire National Park before the heat of the day limits the movement of the animals. After lunch head to the Rhotia Valley, your home for the next two nights.
This evening enjoy a guided village walk and learn about the local customs and traditions.
You are also welcome to visit the Children’s Home, located adjacent to the lodge.
The home is funded directly from the profits of the camp, and provides healthy food, clean water, clothing and education to the kids who stay there.
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08:00 AM
Mto WA Mbu Cultural Tourism Program on 13 Days 12 Nights Tanzania Culture Tribal Safari and Wildlife Tour
Today on day six of 13 Days 12 Nights Tanzania Culture Tribal Safari and Wildlife Tour, you will wake early and meet your guide from the Mto WA Mbu Cultural Tourism Program and walk to the shores of Lake Manyara, a shallow lake in the East Africa Rift.
Flamingos flock to the lake in the wet season (August to October) for an impressive spectacle.
Throughout the year travelers can expect to see leopards, lions, elephants, blue monkeys, dik-dik, gazelle, hippo, giraffe impala and more!
Lake Manyara provides a rare opportunity for guests to see animals away from the confines of their vehicles.
Mto WA Mbu is a small village where people of many different tribes, from every corner of the country, happily coexist. Here the Mbugwe, Iraqw, Gorowa, Irangi, Chagga and Maasai tribes’ area all represented.
Tour a Chaaga family farm where banana beer is brewed or visit a Kigoma farmer who presses palm oil.
Alternately you can meet the Rangi people at Papyrus Lake and see them collect materials in order to make mats and baskets.
En route, watch traditional rice farming and visit the Sandawe families who still make traditional bow and arrows for hunting.
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09:00 AM
Ngorongoro Crater on 13 Days 12 Nights Tanzania Culture Tribal Safari and Wildlife Tour
Today on the day seven of 13 Days 12 Nights Tanzania Culture Tribal Safari and Wildlife Tour, you will descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for a six-hour tour.
As the world’s largest caldera (nearly 100 square miles), Ngorongoro boasts over 20,000 large animals, including Tanzania’s remaining black rhino.
Living along-side the abundance of wildlife you will find 40,000 Maasai pastoralists with their cattle, goats, and sheep.
The conservation gives you a rare look into how people harmoniously lived with nature and wildlife in ancient times.
You may also opt to visit Oldupai Gorge. This site provides evidence of the earliest signs of mankind, showcasing hominid footprints preserved in volcanic rock that date back 3.6 million years.
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09:00 AM
Serengeti National Park of 13 Days 12 Nights Tanzania Culture Tribal Safari and Wildlife Tour
After breakfast on your 13 Days 12 Nights Tanzania Culture Tribal Safari and Wildlife Tour, take a game drive en route to Serengeti National Park, a world heritage site, stopping along the way to watch any animals you may encounter.
Renowned for its wealth of lions and leopards, the Serengeti is the quintessential safari destination. Derived from the Maasai word ‘sirinetu’ meaning ‘endless plains’, the Serengeti plays host to more than a million wildebeest, 200,000 zebra, and 300,000 Thomson’s gazelle during the annual migration.
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09:00 AM
Serengeti National Park of 13 Days 12 Nights Tanzania Culture Tribal Safari and Wildlife Tour
Take an early morning game drive and return to camp in time for breakfast. Head back out for a full day of game drives, examining one of the oldest ecosystems on earth.
Little has changed in the Serengeti over the past million or so years, you will still find the renowned plains intermingled with wooded hills, massive termite mounds, rocky kopjes, and acacia tree lined rivers.
Depending on the time of year you will be able to witness the Wildebeest Migration (Dec-July), or an abundance of predators (June-Oct).
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09:00 AM
Serengeti national park & Lake Natron on 13 Days 12 Nights Tanzania Culture Tribal Safari and Wildlife Tour
Today on day ten of 13 Days 12 Nights Tanzania Culture Tribal Safari and Wildlife Tour travel towards Lake Natron after breakfast, with a game drive en route.
You never know what animals will reveal themselves when you are in the Serengeti. Lake Natron is a surreal soda lake below the Rift Valley escarpment, and millions of flamingos flock here, as it is their only breeding ground.
Enjoy the views of Ol Dointo L’Engai, the only active carbonite Volcano in the world before heading to Lake Natron Halisi Camp for dinner.
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09:00 AM
Lake Natron of 13 Days 12 Nights Tanzania Culture Tribal Safari and Wildlife Tour
This morning of day eleven of 13 Days 12 Nights Tanzania Culture Tribal Safari and Wildlife Tour, you will have time to take in the beauty of the lake before embarking on an afternoon walk to waterfalls in the area.
There is also the option to stop by a local clinic or school on the way to the waterfall. The lake's namesake is derived from the concentration of Sodium Carbonate (Natron) remaining in the shallow lake during times of high evaporation.
Due to high temperature and the high and varying salt content of the lake, this area is not able to support wildlife, making it a safe place for birds to nest.
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09:00 AM
Maasai Boma | Mto WA Mbu on 13 Days 12 Nights Tanzania Culture Tribal Safari and Wildlife Tour
Transfer today to Lake Manyara, stopping along the way to witness Maasai culture and cows being milked at a Maasai Boma. Here you will learn about the fascinating culture, traditions, and history of the area and may also have the opportunity to visit a Maasai hut. Settle in for one last evening in Tanzania at the Migunga Forest Camp.
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09:00 AM
Depart Tanzania of 13 Days 12 Nights Tanzania Culture Tribal Safari and Wildlife Tour
On your last day of 13 Days 12 Nights Tanzania Culture Tribal Safari and Wildlife Tour you will say goodbye to Tanzania, but not before doing one last game drive. Lake Manyara National Park plays host to your final game experience and, with any luck, you will spot one of the famous tree-climbing lions while you traverse this unique habitat. End your trip with a drop off back in Moshi, or at the Kilimanjaro Airport in time for your flight home.
Please Note
1) Both US Dollars and Tanzania Schillings are equally accepted. Most tourist stores and restaurants price items in USD. Therefore, it is not necessary to have Schillings, if travelers bring enough USD.
2) If travelers do bring USD, bring small bills ($20 $10 $5 $1). Old $100 bills are not accepted and vendors are reluctant to accept new ones.
3) Travelers can get Schillings if needed, but there are very few ATMS. Travelers will need to plan ahead with the guide to get cash. It is best to withdraw a large amount at once since there are so few opportunities.
4) Most stores and restaurants will accept major credit cards, however they will charge you a fee (typically 4-5%).
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