Tribes and traditions by the lake
Lake Eyasi
Hidden on the southern edge of the Ngorongoro Highlands lies Lake Eyasi — a remote, shimmering soda lake set against a backdrop of rugged hills and open savannah. Unlike Tanzania’s famous game parks, Lake Eyasi is not about big wildlife but about cultural connection and raw, untouched beauty.
This is home to the Hadzabe and Datoga tribes, two of Tanzania’s most traditional communities. The Hadzabe are among the last remaining hunter-gatherers in Africa, living much as they have for thousands of years. Visiting their camps offers a rare and respectful glimpse into a way of life that is deeply connected to nature.
The landscape around Lake Eyasi is striking in its stillness — dry, vast, and hauntingly beautiful, especially at sunrise and sunset when the lake reflects the soft glow of the sky. Flamingos and other water birds gather along the shores, and walks through the area reveal fascinating plant life and ancient baobabs.
Lake Eyasi is not a classic safari stop — it’s something different. A place of stories, silence, and human history that lingers long after the visit ends.
