Off the Beaten Path Safari

Starting from $5,500 per person (based on 2 travelers, excluding flights)

  • Duration

    8 Days
  • Min Age

    5 +
  • Location

    Tanzania

Overview

For those who dare to wander deeper, this safari unveils Tanzania's lesser-known jewels. From flamingo-draped Lake Natron to the wild frontiers of Mkomazi and the hidden valleys of northern Serengeti, you’ll journey into places where few tourists tread. Untouched landscapes, authentic encounters, and thrilling wildlife await those ready to venture off the map.

Highlights

  • Private 4x4 Vehicle Built for Remote Terrain
  • Explore Lake Natron’s Flamingo Colonies and Volcanic Landscapes
  • Safari in Mkomazi: Home of Rhinos and Wild Dogs
  • Visit Remote Corners of the Serengeti
  • Optional Day Trek on Ol Doinyo Lengai (Sacred Mountain)

Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Arusha – Adventure Briefing

Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport. Meet your WildReality Safari guide and settle into a charming lodge on the outskirts of Arusha. Evening briefing for your offbeat journey ahead.
Accommodation: Rustic boutique lodge with gardens
Meals: Dinner

Day 2: Drive to Lake Natron – Land of Fire and Water

Set off toward the otherworldly landscapes of Lake Natron, tucked beneath the active volcano Ol Doinyo Lengai. Along the way, pass Maasai villages and dramatic escarpments. Evening walk to nearby waterfalls or flamingo shores.
Accommodation: Remote eco-camp with views of the lake
Meals: B, L, D

Day 3: Lake Natron – Flamingos and Volcanoes

Early morning visit to the lake’s shimmering pink shores, where thousands of flamingos breed. Optional: Hike partway up Ol Doinyo Lengai or explore hidden gorges and hot springs.
Optional: Full summit trek for serious hikers.
Accommodation: Eco-camp
Meals: B, L, D

Day 4: Drive to Northern Serengeti – Wild Trails

Travel west toward the remote northern Serengeti, where few visitors venture. En route, game drive through secret valleys and seasonal migration routes.
Accommodation: Wilderness tented camp deep in the Serengeti
Meals: B, L, D

Day 5: Northern Serengeti Safari – Raw Encounters

Spend a full day on game drives across open plains and forested kopjes. Depending on the season, witness river crossings or solitary predators hunting away from the crowds.
Optional: Guided walking safari in select areas.
Accommodation: Wilderness tented camp
Meals: B, L, D

Day 6: Flight to Mkomazi – Rhino and Wild Dog Conservation

Fly to Mkomazi National Park, a rarely visited gem famous for its rhino sanctuary and thriving wild dog populations. Afternoon game drive in this stark, beautiful landscape.
Accommodation: Rustic luxury camp overlooking savannah
Meals: B, L, D

Day 7: Full Day in Mkomazi – Offbeat Safaris

Morning and afternoon game drives through acacia woodlands and open plains. Track rhinos at the sanctuary and watch wild dogs roam freely \u2014 an increasingly rare sight in Africa.
Accommodation: Rustic luxury camp
Meals: B, L, D

Day 8: Return to Arusha and Departure

Fly back to Arusha, where you’ll enjoy a farewell lunch before transferring to the airport for your international departure.
Meals: B

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