One of the last true bushman tribes in Africa, the Hadzabe live very much as they always have, despite the rapid development of Tanzania. With only 2,000 members, the Hadzabe tribe are a fascinating people who offer us a window into how life in Tanzania was in the past. After a late breakfast, you'll have the opportunity for a drive around Lake Eyasi proper. While this shallow soft drink lake is not home to the same variety of wildlife you'll find in a national park, you'll have the chance to spot a variety of bird and mammal life. On occasion, flamingos and hippos even call the lake home. You'll also have time to meet with the Datoga people. Mostly farmers and cattle breeders, these fascinating people offer another insight into tribal life in Tanzania. Once your day's activities have been completed, you'll make your way to Karatu Town. Accommodation: Eileen's trees Karatu

After an early breakfast, you'll depart for Ngorongoro Crater, considered by some to be the Eighth Wonder of the World. When you get your first glimpse of this vast, verdant caldera from the panoramic viewpoint, you'll soon understand why it has earned such a lofty reputation. Home to over 120 species of mammals, including the fabled Big Five, the Ngorongoro Conservation Area is one of the most sought-after safari destinations in the world. It's a particularly good place to see the endangered black rhinoceros enjoying a lonely meal out on the grass plains, as well as a place to see large numbers of hippopotamuses enjoying the cool water. From the comfort of your open-top vehicle, you'll be able to observe and photograph some of Africa's most recognisable faces. After the thrills and excitement of the day, you will have a picnic lunch by the park's famous hippo pool before driving to Serengeti National Park for your overnight. Accommodation: Tanzania bush camps

You'll start your day with an unforgettable sunrise game drive across the Serengeti. See the sun set fire to the savannah as predators such as leopards and lions hunt for their morning meal. After your breakfast, you'll take a packed lunch and proceed for a daylong game drive through the park. Your driver will pick a route designed to ensure you have the best possible chance of spotting the Big Five and the Wildebeest Migration. The Serengeti National Park offers plenty of opportunities to spot the animals that eluded you on day two. As far as the eye can see, you’ll spot thousands upon thousands of animals in herds: wildebeests and zebras migrating together, tall and graceful giraffes, jumping antelopes and gazelles, the powerful African elephant, and the most respected group of animals: the predators. You will have the chance to spot lean cheetahs and shy leopards, foraging hyenas, and last but not least, the king himself, the lion. Overnight within the park: Mawe tented camp

A full day of game drives in the heart of the Serengeti Alternatively, you may wish to take to the skies with a sunrise hot air balloon safari and champagne breakfast. Ask your safari expert about how this can be added to your itinerary. Accommodation: Mawe Tented Camp

After breakfast, we get right on the road back towards the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Our drive takes us back through the Serengeti via Olduvai Gorge, where you can opt to visit the world-famous archaeological site of Olduvai Gorge, also known as the Cradle of Mankind. The earliest remains of homo sapiens were discovered here by Mary Leaky, and anyone with an interest in mankind’s ancestors will be fascinated by this extraordinary place. Once you arrive in the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, you have the chance to visit an original Maasai bôma. The Maasai are the only tribe that is allowed to live in this area. Then we will return to Arusha and drop you off at your hotel.