Unforgettable 15 days Kilimanjaro and Tanzania northern circuit at USD 6549
Trip Overview
This once in lifetime safari experience through Tanzania will take you to the top of the highest mountain on African continent in Mountain Kilimanjaro. Reaching the top of this magnificent mountain and back will take you 6 days including the return journey via marangu route. Note that Marangu route/ coca cola route is the only route with permanent residences on Kilimanjaro mountain. After the accomplishment of this experience, you will continue with your exploration by heading to the southern circuit of Tanzania for wildlife excursion as you visiting all the famous parks of this route.
You will start with a visit to less famous but magnificent Tarangire national park known for its huge elephant concentration, before heading to Ngorongoro conservation area where you will be visiting the great Ngorongoro crater, the biggest caldera in the world- a home to all the big five of Africa that you can encounter in less than a day. You will continue your journey to the vast Serengeti national park- Famously known for its participation in the great migration of wildebeest which starts at Ndutu area of southern Serengeti at the start of the year with newborns and end with the famous Mara river crossing of wildebeest between June and October. You will end this experience with your flight to Zanzibar either from Seronera or Kogatende airstrip depending on the season of you safari travel.
Detailed Itinerary
KILIMANJARO TREKKING PORTION
Day 1 :ARRIVE KILIMANJARO INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT (JRO)
You will be picked up at the Kilimanjaro International Airport and transfer to Moshi. you will meet with your mountain guide, he will brief you on your upcoming schedule for trekking and do an equipment check to make sure you have all the necessary mountain gear. Gear which is missing can be rented on the trekking day. Overnight at Chanya Lodge. HB. https://ardhi.africa/
Day 2: MARANGU GATE (1860M) TO MANDARA HUT (2700M)
After breakfast, you will be proceed to Marangu gate. Once the necessary paper work has been completed, your trek can begin and you will soon be hiking through the dense rainforest. Alongside the impressive vegetation, you will have the chance to catch a glimpse of some primates as you head to the Mandara Hut. After a well-earned rest, your guide can take you to the Maundi Crater where you can enjoy the wonderful view of the Kenyan interior.
● Distance covered: 8.3km / 5.2mi
● Approx. time taken: 5 hours
● Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Included
Day 3:MANDARA HUT (2700M) TO HOROMBO HUT (3700M)
The day begins with an early breakfast. Shortly after you have left Mandara Hut, you will reach the timberline and then enter the heath and moor zone. Approximately 4 – 6 hours later, the Horombo Hut will come into sight, standing at an altitude of 3700m. From the hut, you will have fantastic views overlooking Mawenzi, Kibo and the wide plain of the Masai steppe.
● Distance covered: 12.5km / 7.8mi
● Approx. time taken: 9 hours
● Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Included
Day 4: ACCLIMATIZATION TREK TO ZEBRA ROCKS (4020M) THEN BACK TO HOROMBO HUT (3700M)
Horombo Hut Today serves as an acclimatization day. This should not be underestimated and greatly improves your chance of success in reaching the summit. After a relaxing breakfast, a 4 hour trek follows to the Zebra Rocks (4020m). The distinctive black and white stripes give the rock formation its name. On your return to Horombo Hut, a warm lunch will be waiting for you. You can relax in the afternoon and regain your strength for the hike the following day.
● Distance covered: 5km / 3.1mi
● Approx. time taken: 4 hours
● Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Included
Day 5 :HOROMBO HUT (3700M) TO KIBO HUT (4700M)
Today’s stage is long and tough. The well-built trail passes the “Last Water point” which is followed by the so-called “saddle”. This nearly vegetation less plateau joins the main summit Kibo with Mawenzi. Today’s destination is the Kibo Hut that is usually reached in about 5 – 6 hours. Here, you will enjoy an early evening meal followed by an early night, as the night will be short.
● Distance covered: 9.5km / 5.9mi
● Approx. time taken: 7 hours
● Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Included
Day 6: KIBO HUT (4700M) TO UHURU PEAK (5895M) & DOWN TO HOROMBO HUT (3700M)
Very early in the morning (midnight to 2am), commence the climb to the summit on steep and heavy scree or snow up to Gilman’s Point located on the crater rim (elev 5700m/18,700ft). Continuing, we now ascend to Uhuru Peak, which is the highest point in Africa. There are unbelievable views at every turn. From here we descend, stopping for lunch and a rest at Kibo before continuing on to the Horombo encampment.
● Distance covered: 22km / 13.7mi
● Approx. time taken: 9 – 10 hours
● Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Included
Day 7: HOROMBO HUTS (3,690 M/12,100 FT) TO MARANGU GATE TO ARUSHA
After breakfast and refreshing; descend through the moorland to the Mandara Huts. Have lunch there then continue your triumphant recessional down through lush forest to the park gate, which you should reach around 1pm or 2:30 pm. A vehicle will take you back to your hotel in Arusha.Haradali homes.FB. https://haradalihome.com/
TANZANIA NORTHERN CIRCUIT SAFARI PORTION
Day 8: Tarangire national park
After an early breakfast, drive to Tarangire National Park. Enter the park and begin your morning game drive. Tarangire is known for its huge elephant herds, ancient baobab trees, and diverse wildlife including lions, leopards, giraffes, zebras, and over 500 bird species. Enjoy a picnic lunch at a scenic site overlooking the Tarangire River — a perfect spot to watch animals coming to drink. Continue your game drive through different parts of the park. Depending on the season, you might spot large concentrations of wildlife along the river and in the Silale Swamp area. Late afternoon drive to Karatu for overnight at Ngorongoro Farm House. FB. https://twctanzania.com/ngoron
Day 9: Departure to Ngorongoro with Game Drive
After breakfast, drive to Ngorongoro Crater, Upon arrival at Ngorongoro, head straight into the Ngorongoro Crater for a game drive. Explore the famous crater, which is home to a variety of wildlife including lions, elephants, zebras, and rhinos.Enjoy a picnic lunch inside the Crater or at a scenic spot with a view of the surrounding landscape, Late Afternoon drive back to Karatu For Overnight at Ngorongoro Farm House.FB. https://twctanzania.com/ngoron
Day 10: Transfer to Serengeti national park
After breakfast depart with lunch box, to Serengeti National Park with game drive enroute, dinner and overnight at Kubukubu.FB. https://twctanzania.com/sereng
Day 11: Game drive in central Serengeti
Full day exploring the central of Serengeti, which is the residence of all big cats, lions, leopards, cheetah, and many more, overnight at Kubukubu. FB. https://twctanzania.com/sereng
Day 12: Drive to Northern Serengeti
Early breakfast at your lodge. Drive to Northern Serengeti: After breakfast, drive to Northern Serengeti (approximately 3-4 hours), Begin a game drive in Northern Serengeti, where you can witness the Great Wildebeest Migration (seasonal) and the stunning landscape. Overnight at Untamed Camp.FB. https://www.untamedmigrationca
Day 13: Northern Serengeti
Breakfast: Enjoy breakfast at your lodge.
Morning Game Drive: Head out for a morning game drive in Northern Serengeti, known for its excellent wildlife sightings and river crossings during migration season. Continue exploring the northern Serengeti for more wildlife sightings.Overnight at Untamed Migration Camp.FB. https://www.untamedmigrationca
Day 14: Another day exploring northern Serengeti. Overnight stay at unnamed Migration Camp. FB. https://www.untamedmigrationca
Day 15: Fly from Serengeti to Zanzibar
Breakfast: Enjoy breakfast at your lodge.
Transfer to Airstrip: After breakfast, transfer to Kogatende Airstrip in Northern Serengeti.
Flight to Zanzibar: Take a scheduled flight from Kogatende Airstrip to Zanzibar (approximately 1.5 hours).
THE TOTAL PRICE FOR THE FULL SAFARI
2 PEOPLE = USD 6549 PER PERSON
Price Include: Airport Transfers, Transport to and from the mountain gate, mountain park entrance fees, mountain rescue fees, professional mountain guide, porters, cook and food. Safari Jeep 4×4, Professional English Driver Guide, All Park entrance fees, Crater Service Charge, Accommodation with all meals as per Itinerary, and Mineral drinking water
Not Included: International Visa, Tips and things of personal nature.