Immersion in the Tanzanian bush with the Hadzabé
In summary
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Sports
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Duration9 days
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LevelBeginner
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DestinationTanzania / Kilimanjaro
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AgeUp to a 90imum of years
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CO₂-Emissions161.56 kg CO2
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Type of stayIn a group
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Languages
English
In a few words
Explore the wild lands of East Africa on an exceptional 10-day immersion in the heart of the Rift Valley . This Tanzanian journey invites you on a true voyage back in time, to meet the Hadzabe people. Within this nomadic community, you will share their ancestral daily life and be initiated into their unique survival techniques .
Your adventure begins with 5 nights camping in a spectacular setting of ancient baobabs , mysterious caves , and the shores of a salt lake . You'll wake up to the rhythm of nature, surrounded by the silhouettes of acacia trees and the distant calls of monkeys.
The journey continues with a striking contrast to the legendary Ngorongoro Crater Reserve. This wildlife sanctuary offers a memorable safari where wild animals thrive in a unique geological setting. To conclude this experience in style, you will enjoy the comfort of a luxurious lodge , perfectly combining a change of scenery and well-being. An authentic and magnificent odyssey for a complete reconnection with nature.
The highlights
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To live an intense and unforgettable human experience
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To be in contact with the last 300 Hadzabé living as they did 40,000 years ago
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Experience a timeless adventure, far from the beaten track.
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Sport
Level
Bushcraft
The expert's opinion
You will need to be somewhat experienced in walking and trekking, but nothing too demanding! The Hanzabé are great walkers, but no walk will be mandatory and there will always be the possibility of staying or returning to the camp.
In figures
Trekking
- Average duration/day: 2h30
- Average distance/day: 6 km
Explor Game
- Average distance/day: 80 km
Management
English
You will be guided by the best survival expert in Africa, along with the world's leading expert on the Hadzabé people.
Program
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Participant reception
- Accommodation 4-star hotel
- Breakfast not included
- Lunch not included
- Dinner included
Day of pick-up of participants at Arusha/Kilimanjaro airport and transfer to the hotel. Dinner and overnight stay in Arusha.
Day 1 -
Transfer to Easy Lake
- Transportation Minibus - 05h30 - 250km
- Activity Bushcraft
- Accommodation Bivouac / Tent
- Breakfast not included
- Lunch not included
- Dinner not included
Breakfast. Departure by jeep to the shores of Lake Eyasi. En route, lunch will be served in the heart of Maasai country in the Manyara highlands. Arrival in Hanzabe territory and setting up of the first camp, dinner and overnight stay in a "survival" bush camp near a Datoga cattle ranch in a calm and unspoiled setting.
Day 2 -
Approach march and contact with the Hanzabé
- Activity Trekking
- Duration of the activity 3h
- Distance 6 km
- Activity Bushcraft
- Accommodation Bivouac / Tent
- Breakfast not included
- Lunch not included
- Dinner not included
Briefing on the fundamental principles of survival (what constitutes a survival situation? priorities, dangers, objectives, etc.) - Hike to the shores of Lake Eyasi or further into the hills to meet the Hanzabé people. Initial contact with the Bushmen and setting up camp, traditional meal, introductions... all in a stunning and incredible setting.
Making various tools, observing vegetation, stress management, foraging, "local" dinner, etc...
Day 3 -
Immersion with the Bushmen
- Activity Trekking
- Duration of the activity 3h per day
- Distance 6 km
- Activity Bushcraft
- Accommodation Bivouac / Tent
- Breakfast not included
- Lunch not included
- Dinner not included
Day 4 - Continuing the "survival" adventure in the Bush with the Hanzabé. Toolmaking. Preparing a meal with what you've foraged. Identifying animal tracks, distilling water, building a fire without a lighter or matches, foraging for food, etc...
Day 5 - Continuing our immersion in the world of the Hanzabé, we'll track animals, distill water, build a fire, and forage for food. Around midday, we'll hike to an area where baboons are kept for observation. We'll camp with the bare essentials at the foot of a rocky promontory. The evening and night will be spent entirely self-sufficiently, with guidance from our specialists.
Day 6 - Return to base camp where you'll put all your skills to the test in a real-life setting! Obstacle crossing, bushwalking, or trekking across the dried-up lake. A festive evening with the Hanzabé people around the campfire, making fire without a lighter, preparing dinner... Exciting experiences await!
Days 4 to 6 -
Last day of your immersion and return to modernity
- Transportation Car - 02h30 - 50km
- Activity Trekking
- Duration of the activity 1h30
- Distance 4 km
- Accommodation Bivouac / Tent
- Breakfast not included
- Lunch not included
- Dinner not included
Last morning with the Hanzabé and departure from the bush in the early afternoon. Meeting up with the jeeps and transfer to a superb lodge for an end of the afternoon by the pool and around a good hot and hearty dinner.
Night in a double bungalow with a view overlooking the surrounding area.
Day 7 -
"Luxury and pleasure" and a visit to African wildlife
- Transportation Car - 01h - 30km
- Activity Explor Game
- Distance 80 km
- Accommodation 4-star hotel
- Breakfast not included
- Lunch not included
- Dinner not included
Breakfast. Full-day safari in the famous Ngorongoro Crater game reserve, with a picnic lunch in the reserve. Evening and overnight stay at the lodge, enjoying a luxurious meal and a friendly atmosphere!
Day 8 -
Return to Arusha - flight transfer
- Transportation Car - 05h - 200km
- Accommodation 4-star hotel
- Breakfast not included
- Lunch not included
- Dinner included
Breakfast. Transfer to Arusha in the morning. Lunch en route. Transfer to Arusha/Kilimanjaro Airport.
Day 9
Note
PLEASE NOTE: The program is only indicative. As the Hanzabé are a free and nomadic people, weather, game, and predators are unpredictable factors that may require adjustments to the program to ensure the smooth running of the course and your safety.
Accommodation
Before and after your bush immersion, you will be accommodated in high-end establishments. During your internship with the Hanzabe, you will be responsible for building your own camp.
Before and after your bush immersion, you will be accommodated in high-end establishments. During your internship with the Hanzabe, you will be responsible for building your own camp.
Access
The departure and end times of the adventure may vary depending on flight schedules.
Go to the starting point
We will provide you with your flight plan as soon as we have planned it.
Price details
The price includes
- 1 "survival specialist" trainer
- 1 or 2 chaperones from the Hadzabé community
- Ngorongoro Crater Safari Tour
- Entry and camping fees in reserves and national parks
- All transfers by jeep
- 5 days of survival / 3 nights in a hotel
- Full board (except lunch on the first day)
- The flying doctors service
The price does not include
- International flights
- Visas ($50 per person) and excess baggage
- Tips, personal purchases
- Drinks during meals, and meals not mentioned
- Mandatory NIC Inbound Travel Insurance: USD 44 (approx. €39) per adult
Options
- Flex fare and insurance
Practical information
Specific formalities
Specifics
In the case of flights with stopovers operated by different airlines, also check the entry requirements of the countries you are transiting through.
It is your responsibility to ensure that you are in compliance, particularly regarding the validity of your identity documents (
For example, some countries require your passport to be valid for at least six months after your return date. Consider visa requirements, necessary vaccinations, and health recommendations. And don't forget to take into account any customs restrictions and other potential requirements of your destination or transit country.
ℹ️ Information may change up to the date of departure; remember to regularly consult the official websites https://www.diplomatie.gouv.fr/fr/conseils-aux-voyageurs/conseils-par-pays/afrique-du-sud .
⚠️ Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months after the return date.
Equipment
Equipment provided on site
All the equipment needed for the group workshops will be provided on site.
Equipment to bring
- 1 backpack (recommended weight 8 to 12 kg max)
- 1 sleeping bag
- 1 foam floor mat
- Mosquito net
- Hammock
- Tarpaulin and rope
- 1 headlamp
- 1 knife
- 1 empty plastic water bottle or flask
- 1 pair of sunglasses
- 1 garbage bag
- Soap and bath towel
- Cameras and GoPros allowed
- Phones without SIM cards allowed
Clothing to bring
- 1 hiking outfit (walking boots, trousers, fleece)
- 1 pair of spare socks
- 1 pair of flip-flops
- 1 rain suit
- 1 trekking sheikh
- 1 hat
- swimsuit
