Echoes of the Rift Valley is a thoughtfully designed cultural and nature journey that invites you to slow down and truly connect with Tanzania’s people, landscapes, and living traditions. This experience blends authentic community encounters, gentle outdoor activities, and serene natural settings, offering a deeper understanding of life around Arusha and the Great Rift Valley.
From peaceful sundowners overlooking Lake Manyara to mornings spent with Maasai families, forest walks, canoeing, waterfalls, and local coffee traditions, this tour is about presence, meaning, and genuine connection. Accommodation is carefully selected to enhance tranquility, comfort, and a strong sense of place.
This journey is ideal for travelers seeking cultural depth, soft adventure, and nature without long driving days or intense physical demands.
Stay in high-end lodges and tented camps, offering comfort and stunning views.
Begin your journey on any available day that suits your schedule.
Modify select accommodations and destinations to better fit your preferences.
If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.
Upon arrival at either Kilimanjaro International Airport or Arusha Airport, you will be warmly welcomed by your Eagle Soul Adventure representative. A scenic drive takes you to Furaha Luxury Lodge, beautifully positioned with sweeping views over Lake Manyara, the Great Rift Valley, and surrounding mountains.
In the late afternoon, enjoy a signature sundowner experience. As the sun slowly dips behind the Rift Valley escarpment, the air fills with the gentle sounds of cowbells and birds returning to their nests. This peaceful moment sets the tone for the journey ahead.
In the evening, a bush dinner is arranged under the African sky, offering a memorable dining experience surrounded by nature and silence.
Accommodation : Furaha Luxury Lodge
Main activities :Airport transfer ,Sundowner experience ,Bush dinner under the stars
Wake up to fresh highland air and panoramic views. This morning is dedicated to an authentic Maasai cultural experience. You will join local Maasai families for traditional milking and grazing activities, learning about pastoral life, livestock care, and the deep bond between people, animals, and land.
After the experience, enjoy a unique breakfast served under a majestic baobab tree. Surrounded by open landscapes and birdsong, this slow and grounding moment allows you to absorb the rhythm of rural life.
The afternoon is free for relaxation at the lodge, photography, or quiet reflection.
Accommodation:Furaha Luxury Lodge
Main activities:Maasai milking and grazing experience,Cultural interaction,Breakfast under a baobab tree,Leisure and relaxation
After breakfast, depart for Mto wa Mbu, one of Tanzania’s most culturally diverse villages. Here, you will explore daily life through a guided cultural walk, visiting local homes, farms, markets, and artisan workshops.
Later, enjoy an easy village biking experience through banana plantations, rice fields, and community paths. This is a wonderful way to interact naturally with local people and observe everyday life at a gentle pace.
Return to the lodge in the late afternoon.
Accommodation:Furaha Luxury Lodge
Main activities:Cultural village tour,Local market visit,Village biking experience
This day combines calm waters and forested landscapes. After breakfast, drive back toward Arusha to Lake Duluti, a peaceful crater lake surrounded by lush greenery.
Enjoy a guided canoeing experience on the lake, offering close encounters with birdlife and reflections of Mount Meru on clear days. After canoeing, take a gentle guided nature walk along the lake’s edge, learning about indigenous plants, birds, and the ecosystem.
Return to your accommodation for a relaxed evening.
Accommodation: Gran Melia Hotel
Main activities
Canoeing at Lake Duluti
Guided nature walk
Bird watching and photography
Today you travel to the foothills of Mount Kilimanjaro to visit Materuni Village. Begin with an immersive coffee tour, where you will learn the traditional Chagga process of coffee making, from bean to cup, while engaging with the local community.
Afterwards, enjoy a guided hike to Materuni Waterfall, passing through lush vegetation and scenic landscapes. The hike is rewarding and refreshing, with time to relax at the waterfall.
In the afternoon, continue to Chemka Hot Springs, a hidden oasis with crystal-clear turquoise waters. Enjoy a relaxing swim before returning to Arusha.
Accommodation: Gran Melia Arusha Hotel
Main activities:Materuni cultural coffee tour,Waterfall hiking,Swimming at Chemka Hot Springs
After breakfast, enjoy a guided Arusha city tour. Visit local markets, cultural landmarks, and craft centers, gaining insight into the city’s history and daily life.
At the appropriate time, you will be transferred to either Kilimanjaro International Airport or Arusha Airport for your onward journey, marking the end of a meaningful cultural and nature experience.
Accommodation:None/On request
Main activities:Arusha city tour,Airport transfer
At Eagle Soul Adventure , we understand that travel plans may change. The following cancellation policy applies to all cultural, nature, safari, and trekking tours operated by us.
All cancellations must be submitted in writing via email.
• 60 days or more before tour start date
80% refund of the total tour cost
(20% retained to cover administrative and pre-booking costs)
• 45–59 days before tour start date
60% refund of the total tour cost
• 30–44 days before tour start date
40% refund of the total tour cost
• 15–29 days before tour start date
20% refund of the total tour cost
• Less than 14 days before tour start date or no-show
No refund will be issued
The following costs are non-refundable once confirmed:
Accommodation deposits and full lodge payments
National park, conservation, and cultural village fees
Activity fees such as canoeing, biking, or guided hikes
Third-party services already booked on behalf of the client
Bank transfer and transaction charges
Requests to change travel dates may be considered if made 30 days or more before departure , subject to availability. Any price difference or additional costs will be borne by the client.
No refunds will be provided for unused services if a client leaves the tour early for personal reasons, illness, or failure to follow the itinerary.
By booking a tour with Eagle Soul Adventure , guests acknowledge and accept the following terms:
• All tours involve travel in natural and rural environments where conditions may vary
• Cultural, walking, hiking, and canoeing activities involve inherent risks
• Wildlife sightings, weather conditions, and cultural encounters cannot be guaranteed
• Itineraries may be adjusted for safety, weather, or operational reasons
Eagle Soul Adventure shall not be held liable for injury, illness, loss, damage, delay, or additional expenses caused by factors beyond our control, including weather, road conditions, government regulations, or actions of third-party providers.
Guests are strongly advised to obtain comprehensive travel insurance covering medical care, emergency evacuation, trip cancellation, and personal belongings.
All decisions made by Eagle Soul Adventure guides and management regarding safety and itinerary adjustments are final and made in the best interest of guests and staff.
