
Full experience - Kilimanjaro Summit, Northern Tanzania Safari & Zanzibar
Begin with an exhilarating trek up Mount Kilimanjaro via the scenic Marangu route, culminating in a summit at Uhuru Peak. Descend and enjoy the wildlife-rich Tarangire, Serengeti, and Ngorongoro Crater, experiencing Africa's finest game viewing. Conclude your journey with a relaxing beach retreat in Zanzibar, soaking in the sun and culture for a perfect blend of adventure and relaxation.
Itinerary
Itinerary
Day
1
Arrival in Tanzania
Evening: Upon arrival at the airport, you will be met by a representative and transferred to your scenic lodge.
Day
2
Embarking on the Marangu Route
Morning: After breakfast, you will be picked up from your hotel and driven to Marangu Gate, where your trekking permit will be issued. After completing gate formalities, you will meet your porters and begin your trek.
Afternoon: The route begins at the National Park Marangu Gate (1800m) and leads through the fascinating rainforest to Mandara Hut (2750m).
Day
3
Ascending to Horombo Hut
Morning: After breakfast, embark on an ascent through rolling alpine meadows, passing giant heather trees. Enjoy the scenic views of Mawenzi and Kibo peaks along the way.
Afternoon: Enjoy a packed lunch en route to Horombo Hut. Evening: Settle in at Horombo Hut for dinner and an overnight stay.
Day
4
Ascending to Kibo Hut
Morning: After a restful night, continue your trek, passing through cactus-like ground cover and the "last water" stream. Reach the lunar landscape on the saddle between Kibo and Mawenzi, arriving at Kibo Hut at 4700m.
Day
5
Summiting Kilimanjaro
Morning: Embark on an early morning ascent to the summit, aiming to reach Gillman's Point (5680m) before dawn. Witness a spectacular sunrise from this vantage point.
Afternoon: Continue for another hour to Uhuru Peak (5895m), the highest point in Africa. Descend back to Horombo Hut for the evening.
Day
6
Descending from Kilimanjaro
Morning: Enjoy a leisurely walk back to the park entrance, where you will be met by a representative and driven back to your hotel.
Afternoon: Relax and prepare for the next day's program.
Day
7
Exploring Tarangire National Park and the Great Rift Valley
Morning/Afternoon: Embark on a full-day game drive in Tarangire National Park, renowned for its elephant migration, birdwatching, and exceptional wildlife viewing opportunities. Enjoy the park's stunning scenery and observe animals roaming freely in their natural habitat. Enjoy lunch in the great outdoors.
Evening: Leave the park and drive through the Great Rift Valley escarpment towards your overnight accommodation in the Ngorongoro Highlands.
Day
8
From Ngorongoro Highlands to Serengeti
Morning: After an early breakfast, embark on a drive to Serengeti National Park, enjoying breathtaking views of the Ngorongoro Highlands and catching your first glimpse of the Ngorongoro Crater. Observe Maasai herders guiding their cattle across the open plains.
Afternoon: Enjoy a picnic lunch in a scenic location. Continue with game drives en route to Serengeti, making your way towards your accommodation for the evening.
Day
9
Exploring the Serengeti
Morning/Afternoon: Embark on a full-day game drive in the Serengeti, one of the world's most renowned wildlife sanctuaries. Explore the vast savannah, home to the largest concentration of wildlife in the world. Discover the diverse landscape, including short grasses, rocky outcroppings called kopjes, and acacia woodlands.
Evening: Return to your camp for a relaxing evening and a sumptuous dinner.
Day
10
Exploring the Ngorongoro Crater
Morning: After breakfast, embark on a descent into the Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Experience the diverse wildlife of the crater, including elephants, lions, hippos, wildebeest, zebra, gazelles, baboons, and black rhino.
Afternoon: Return to your lodge for the evening.
Day
11
Transfer to Zanzibar
Morning: After breakfast, check out of the lodge and transfer back to Arusha for your afternoon flight to Zanzibar.
Afternoon: Upon arrival in Zanzibar, you will be met by a representative and transferred by private vehicle to your hotel.
Day
12
A Day of Leisure and Planning Afternoon
Afternoon: Relax and unwind at the hotel, planning your upcoming activities.