Course cost: $4200 ($2000 deposit required)
Dates: June 7-16th 2025- 10 person max, June 16-25th 2025- 10 person max. contact us if you would like to be on the cancellation list.

Location: Lake Eyasi, Tanzania, Africa. The closest international airport is Kilimanjaro (JRO)

“You are almost guaranteed to be personally transformed by this trip, and come away a better person with a better understanding of what life and human existence is about. Joel is not only competent in the bush, but he is a caring & compassionate person that will ensure your experience is comfortable, reasonably safe, and somewhat catered to each individual. In hindsight, it is hard to imagine my life without this experience” James McMillan, Colorado

As a small group we will be living alongside a family of Hadzabe whom we have a close relationship with. Together as a tribe we will craft traditional bows, hunt, make fire, and forage for wild honey, roots, and fruits. You will have a unique opportunity to engage with them personally to learn their culture. This full immersion program is life changing for most as it is a glimpse into our history as human beings.

click here to watch a video of what to expect

Food will be provided and supplemented with wild foods we harvest. The Hadza respect all wildlife however there is no sugar coating when it comes to dispatching, field dressing, and eating them. Please be prepared for this as it is a matter of survival for them.

We will be very isolated, far from advanced medical assistance. We do carry emergency beacons and comprehensive first aid supplies as we are very remote.

A reasonable level of fitness is imperative and required for this trip. We expect each participant to be able to hike for hours each day.

Please note: After booking we require a phone conversation to assess the health and fitness of each individual. We reserve the right to refund the deposit and refuse participation of an individual that does not meet the basic health and fitness standards.

Itinerary

Day 1: pickup at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) or hotel in Arusha - Transfer to hotel in Arusha. Our Local safari guide will pick you up and transport you and the rest of the participants to our lodge in Arusha town for the first night.

Day 2: Arusha to Lake Eyasi. After breakfast our Safari guide/driver  will pick you and the rest of the group up for the 5 hr journey to the Hadza village in Lake Eyasi. On Arrival you will meet your Hadza guides Joel and Mike, as well as our Hadza family. Set up camp and familiarize yourself with the surroundings

Day 3-7:Hunting, bushcraft, and cultural learning. 6 jam packed days (and sometimes nights) of hunting and bushcraft training with Joel and the Hadza Bushmen.

Day 8: Drive from Lake Eyasi to Tarangire national park. Last hunt in the morning with the Hadza then depart Lake Eyasi midday. we will be spending the night at a tented lodge in the park.

Day 9: Full day Game drive in Tarangire National Park. Early wake up and departure for a 1 day driving safari through Tarangire park spotting Africa's large game such as Lions, Cheetah, Elephants, Hyena, Antelope, Giraffe, Zebra, Buffalo and much more. Spend the night at a tented lodge in the park with swimming pool and spectacular view over the Tarangire river. Animals such as dikdik, mongoose, elephant, and monkeys can be seen at camp.

Day 10: Transfer to Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) airport. Enjoy breakfast at the lodge and relax by the pool before the transfer to the airport.

What to bring

We encourage participants to go minimalist like the Hadza by bringing only the essentials. Most Hadza only own 1 set of clothing, a blanket, a knife, and bows and arrows. We provide sleeping mats for comfort and here is what we recommend you bring:

• One set of clothing including a warm sweater or something similar(Temperatures at night can drop to the low 50's(Fahrenheit) but typically in the 60's

• knife

• Sunscreen

• Stainless steel water bottle or canteen

• Hat

• Good hiking boots or running shoes which should be broken in. If you want to wear sandals like the Hadza please make sure your feet are conditioned to them or else we do not recommend it.

• Sleeping bag or wool blanket

• We recommend sleeping exposed to the stars as the Hadza do and therefore do not recommend bringing a tent. There is no rain during the dry season.

• Feel free to bring any personal sanitation items you desire

• Head lamp or small flashlight

• Water filter. We recommend the grayl geopress. https://grayl.com/products/24oz-geopress-filter-purifier-bottle-covert-edition

Extra baggage can be left at the lodge prior to driving into the bush to join the Hadza.

Requirements for this course

Please read through our requirements carefully before booking this course

• We recommend each participant to purchase basic medical travel insurance. This can be done online for $30-$200 depending on the company you choose. This is not required.

• To enter Tanzania you will require a visitors visa. This can be completed online for a cost of $100 or at the airport upon arrival. We will send instructions for how to do this.

• Each participant needs to be physically fit: If you cannot hike 5-10 miles a day then this might not be the course for you. Please contact us about your physical ability. We recommend a jogging or hill sprint workout routine prior to doing this course.

• Each participant will need to fill in a liability waiver prior to departing for Tanzania

• Each participant needs to be healthy. Prior to booking please enquire with us if you are on heart or diabetic medications, allergic to bee's, or have any other health conditions

• Participants must be 14 years of age or older to partake if accompanied by an adult or legal guardian. If unaccompanied 18 years old is our minimum age requirement.

WHAT IS INCLUDED

• Private 4x4 Safari vehicle for all transportation including to/from Kilimanjaro (JRO) airport

• All entry/village/park/fees

• Professional guides

• All meals

• Accommodation

• drinking water

• sleeping mats as well as tents upon request

WHAT IS NOT INCLUDED

• Flights to/from Kilimanjaro international airport (JRO).

• Tanzania travel visa which can be purchased online for $100 or at the airport upon entry for US passport holders.

• Personal sanitary items

• Gratuities: tipping is voluntary and at your own discretion, however generally much appreciated if you are happy with your service.

Health information

Tanzania does have malaria and therefore it is recommended to speak to your doctor or view the CDC's website (Centre of Disease Control) about prophylactics. The area we are in does not have large amounts of mosquitoes, and therefore pretty low risk, however it is recommended to bring a mosquito net and spray with you. Prevention is better than cure! We are happy to speak to you personally about this topic if you feel the need, you can contact us here

It is important to alert us to any health issues you might have prior to doing this trip such as allergies to bee's, heart issues, diabetes etc...

BOOKING TERMS, CONDITIONS, AND REFUNDS:

A NON REFUNDABLE $2000 deposit is required to secure your spot on the course. The remainder must be paid in full no less than 60 days prior to course start date.

BOOKING TERMS, CONDITIONS, AND REFUNDS:
Clients should read, understand and accept these Terms and Conditions before they book which enters them into a contract with Joel V Bushcraft LLC

• 1. Clients bookings are accepted on the understanding that the clients accept the possible risks inherent in travel, and in particular survival training which includes but is not limited to the following activities: Trekking, climbing, dangerous and poisonous animal encounters, knife handling, close proximity to toxic plants, eating wild honey and plants, consuming wild meats, exposure to parasites and bacteria, strenuous physical exertion, sun exposure, close proximity to campfires, exposure to disease carrying agents such as flies and mosquitoes.

• 2. Compensation payments do not apply to changes caused by reasons of pandemics, war, riots, civic strike, terrorist activity, industrial dispute, natural disasters, fire, closure of an airport or port, adverse weather conditions and similar events beyond our control. In case of such an event Joel V Bushcraft LLC will have no liability other than to offer you an alternative comparable holiday, if available, or offer a refund of monies paid by you, not including the deposit.

• 3. Alteration of a confirmed booking prior to arrival: If you have booked your trip and then decide to make changes to that trip our agent will assist you. We reserve the right to charge for the additional administration.

• 4. Alteration to a confirmed booking whilst abroad: We regret that no credit or refund is possible for any unused services provided in the cost of your holiday. If you decide to alter your travel arrangements whilst abroad, this is your own responsibility and Joel V Bushcraft LLC are not responsible for any extras or difficulties that may arise with onward travel as a result of such alterations.

• 5. If you are obliged to abandon an activity due to your own physical limitations there is no refund of park fees and any additional accommodation and/or transport fees are not the responsibility of Joel V Bushcraft LLC. You may be asked to sign a Disclaimer Form prior to participation in certain activities.

• 6. Airport, International and domestic flight delays. In the unlikely event of a delay, arrangements for meals, overnight accommodation etc., should be met by your airline. If you are joining a group and flight delays mean that additional transfers etc. are required to enable you to join the group, these costs must be met by you the client and should later be reclaimed under your insurance policy if applicable.

• 7. Bookings must be accompanied by a $2000 NON REFUNDABLE deposit.The complete balance is due no later than 60 days prior to the starting date of your tour. If the booking is made within this time then the full amount should be paid with the booking. If the balance due is not received by the due date we reserve the right to treat the booking as cancelled. Appropriate cancellation charges may be levied. Late bookings are accepted at the Director's discretion. Joel V Bushcraft LLC is not responsible for lost accommodation/activity bookings if this is due to a delay in receiving a payment from you.

• 8. Cancellation should be made in writing (email is acceptable). The deposit is non-refundable and a cancellation will also incur the following charges:-
  More than 60 days before start date - deposit.
  29 to 56 days before start date - 50%
  0 to 28 days before start date - total cost of tour

• 9. All clients must take out their own adequate travel insurance and supply the details to Joel V Bushcraft LLC who will keep them on file, in order that they can assist with any emergency. The original documents should be carried by the client at all times during their holiday. The insurance must take into account the nature of the holiday and client must specify to their insurance company if they intend climbing, trekking, diving etc. The policy should also have repatriation cover in the event of serious accident.

• 10. Clients are responsible for obtaining passports, visas, health certificates, international driving permits and any other documents relating to their holiday themselves and to meet any additional costs which may be incurred as a result of failure to comply with such requirements.

• It is highly recommended to book your flight within 60 days prior to course start date, or book a refundable/changeable flight.

• If we have not had a minimum of 5 bookings by 60 days prior to course start date, and therefore cannot run the course, we will notify all persons with reservations and you will be provided a full refund