FLAVORS, KNOWLEDGE AND SAVANNAH: TRANSFORMATIVE ENCOUNTER IN TANZANIA from US$1,070

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Embark on a deep and authentic journey through the heart of Tanzania, where adventure is intertwined with the soul of local communities. For 7 days, you will live in a communal environment on the outskirts of Arusha, surrounded by mountains, natural scents, and faces that tell stories. Each day connects you with Swahili culture, Maasai wisdom and the joy of sharing from respect and empathy.

From guided walks through vibrant villages to batik workshops, percussion and ancestral self-care; from slow-cooked lunches with mothers from the community to welcoming rituals in hidden waterfalls of Mount Meru; This itinerary is not just a journey, it is a bridge between worlds. You will participate in educational projects, learn about women-led ventures, and celebrate under the stars with traditional music and dance.

Come back with a full heart, a handmade bracelet and a word in Swahili that will mark your transformation. Ideal for those looking to reconnect with the sense of travel and leave a genuine mark.

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6Nights

1Destinations

6Accommodation

Visiting

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Days 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7

Arusha

DAY 1: ARRIVAL IN ARUSHA – WELCOME BETWEEN MOUNTAINS AND FLAVORS

08:00 – Arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport

09:30 – Private transfer to community-based accommodation on the outskirts of Arusha

10:30 – Welcome at the volunteer house

Space with a tropical garden, communal areas, and an outdoor dining space

Designed for shared living, with shared rooms and quiet areas for reflection

13:00 – Lunch on a terrace surrounded by mango and papaya trees

Swahili dishes prepared with garden-grown ingredients

Served at a round table under a palm-thatched roof, with fresh hibiscus juice

15:30 – Afternoon community immersion

Welcome walk through the village with a local guide

Secret visit to an artisan school where deaf children teach local sign language

17:30 – Group activity: games, introductions, and intention setting

19:00 – Dinner with traditional dishes and spiced tea

20:30 – Integration activity: traditional dances led by a Maasai instructor

22:00 – Overnight stay at the community house

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DAY 2: EDUCATIONAL VOLUNTEERING AND CULTURAL WORKSHOP

08:00 – Tropical breakfast with chapati, sweet plantain, and Tanzanian coffee

09:00 – Volunteering at a rural educational center

Support in English and math classes

Cooperative games with the children

Mural painting with positive messages

13:00 – Lunch prepared by community mothers

Cooked slowly over a communal fire, with local flavors and warm hospitality

Served while sitting on a kikoy cloth on the grass

15:30 – Batik workshop (African textile painting) and explanation of its cultural symbolism

19:00 – Dinner at the accommodation with a talk about Tanzanian culture

21:00 – Group outing to a local venue with live music and drums

22:30 – Overnight stay in Arusha

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DAY 3: LOCAL MARKET, TRADITION AND SELF-CARE

08:00 – Breakfast and departure to the Arusha market

09:00 – Guided visit to the local market

Handmade crafts, natural medicine, tropical fruits, and traditional fabrics

Exclusive access to a private courtyard where women sell ancestral cosmetics made with savanna ingredients

11:30 – Self-care and beauty workshop

Preparation of ointments, scrubs, and oils using shea butter and baobab

13:30 – Lunch in an open-air dining space within a medicinal garden

Each dish is inspired by African plants, served with herbal infusions and accompanied by traditional singing

16:00 – Afternoon of cultural exchange

Local women teach how to wrap a kikoy and share stories and traditions

19:00 – Dinner under the stars with candles and a traditional barbecue

22:00 – Overnight in Arusha

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DAY 4: NATURE AND MAASAI LIFE IN THE HILLS OF MERU

07:00 – Full-day excursion to the mountainous area of Mount Meru

08:30 – Guided hike with a local ranger along a natural trail

11:00 – Secret visit to a hidden waterfall

Participation in a symbolic cleansing bath led by a Maasai spiritual guide

13:00 – Lunch in a Maasai boma (traditional dwelling) with the host community

Group cooking experience

Meal is eaten with hands, while conversing with local leaders about pastoral life

15:00 – Question exchange session and welcome ritual with the community

17:30 – Return to Arusha

19:30 – Light dinner at the community house with African soup and homemade bread

22:00 – Overnight stay at the community house

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DAY 5: ENTREPRENEURSHIP AND TRADITIONAL MUSIC WORKSHOPS

08:00 – Breakfast with millet cookies and papaya juice

09:30 – Visit to a women’s social entrepreneurship project

Making of jewelry from recycled materials

Intimate conversation on empowerment and resilience with local women leaders

13:00 – Lunch with live African flute music

The food is simple, the experience is deep

A moment to eat, listen, and reflect

15:30 – Percussion and group singing workshop with local musicians

19:00 – Farewell dinner in a space decorated with African fabrics and flowers

21:00 – Group celebration with music, toasts, and gift giving

22:30 – Last night in Arusha

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DAY 6: CLOSING WITH PURPOSE

08:00 – Breakfast with fresh fruit and ginger tea

09:30 – Symbolic closing ceremony in a circle

Reading of personal messages

Gift of a handmade bracelet crafted by children from the educational center

12:30 – Shared lunch at a local dining space with a farewell menu

Each traveler receives a Swahili word as a keepsake of the experience

15:00 – Free afternoon to rest

20:00 – Overnight in Arusha (if the flight is on the following day)

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DAY 7: DEPARTURE – RETURN WITH A FULL HEART

07:30 – Light breakfast in the garden

09:00 – Private transfer to Kilimanjaro International Airport

11:30 – End of the trip before lunch

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The Genuine Travel Experience

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Itinerary

Day 1: Arusha

Day 2: Arusha

Day 3: Arusha

Day 4: Arusha

Day 5: Arusha

Day 6: Arusha

Day 7: Arusha

Included

Accommodation in charming hotels, including daily breakfast.
Lunch in typical restaurants and hotel dinners offering vegan options and adapted children's menus.
All services mentioned in the itinerary, except those specified in the “Not Included” section.
Guided tours will be those provided by the venue and will include a guide if this service is included in the ticket price.
The route is available starting from 1 person.
The base price includes all services in your own or rental vehicle.
Insurance. (Check conditions)
The selected restaurant meets all the necessary criteria to be considered a genuine experience. The client will have the final decision when selecting the desired menu. We simply mention the specialty for which it is recognized. Always direct payment.
Dinners held at the same hotels where guests are staying. This will be indicated in the final itinerary communication.

Excluded

Meals and dinners outside the accommodation where clients are staying (Direct payment).
Drinks not included.
Transportation.
Tolls.
Fuel.
Anything NOT indicated as included.

IMPORTANT NOTE:

❖ Weather conditions: TGTE is not responsible for adverse weather conditions that may affect the route. In case of cancellations or modifications due to climate phenomena, no refunds or compensation will be provided.

❖ Food intolerances and allergies: It is the client’s responsibility to inform in advance of any intolerance or food allergy.

❖ Client responsibility: TGTE is not liable for any damages, injuries, or accidents the client may suffer during the route, programmed activities, or any other circumstance arising from their participation in the trip. Premium insurance included. (Check conditions)

❖ Changes due to closures or schedule modifications: TGTE is not responsible for itinerary changes caused by facility closures, schedule changes, or adjustments in operations due to seasonal or special events. Alternatives will be proposed based on availability.

❖ Late arrival at activities: It is the client’s responsibility to arrive punctually to scheduled activities. In case of delay, the activity will be considered canceled with no refund.

❖ Official schedules and changes outside schedule: Activities will follow official schedules. If the client wishes to make changes or schedule activities outside these hours, an extra charge may apply, subject to availability. Advance consultation is recommended.

❖ Confirmation voucher: Once the booking is reconfirmed, TGTE will provide the final itinerary along with confirmation of all included services. Throughout the route, the client must carry the confirmation (paper or digital) to present at establishments.

❖ TGTE reserves the right to modify or change activities without prior notice to ensure the quality of the tour.

❖ Published prices are subject to change due to external factors, such as occupancy, limited availability of certain services, or changes in supplier conditions. Prices and availability will be reconfirmed at the time of booking. If the client disagrees with the final price, they may cancel within 48 hours at no cost and receive a full refund of the deposit.

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