Ten-day safari and Kilimanjaro

10 days—This 10-day tour package combined with a 6-day Kilimanjaro hiking Machame route, followed by the best 4-day safari to the Serengeti and Ngorongoro

$2000-5000 USD

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Safari summary

This 10-day safari adventure starts at 8:00 a.m. in Moshi, it costs $1200 to $6000 per person price depends on transportation by using 4x4 vehicles. The highlights of 10 days safari will gives an opportunity to hike to the Mount Kilimanjaro that's Africa tallest mountain free-standing peak at 5,895 meters (19,341 feet) above sea level by use the best Machame route. Your journey will challenge both your physical and mental fortitude, culminating in a breathtaking sunrise at Uhuru Peak. After this triumphant ascent, you'll transition to the second phase of your expedition in Arusha.

In Arusha, your Tanzania safari awaits, taking you to the legendary Serengeti and the majestic Ngorongoro Crater. These iconic destinations offer unrivaled opportunities to witness Africa's magnificent wildlife in its natural habitat. Whether it's the "Big Five" or the awe-inspiring landscapes, your 4-day safari adventure promises unforgettable moments. This 10-day fusion of Kilimanjaro and Tanzania safaris caters to a wide range of budgets, ensuring that this once-in-a-lifetime experience is accessible to all. It's an expedition that blends the challenge of high-altitude trekking with the thrill of wildlife encounters, leaving you with cherished memories of both Kilimanjaro's towering heights and the untamed wonders of the savannah.

The most suitable highlights combined safari and Kilimanjaro hiking for 10 days are:-
1. Climbing the free standing mountain in Africa Kilimanjaro on Machame route 6 days
2. Visiting the famous Northern Tanzania Park with the best destinations: Serengeti National Park and Ngorongoro crater
3. Spot enormous wildlife that you have never thought possible
4. Experience the Great Serengeti Wildebeest Migration, the big cats and Tanzania’s big 5
5. Ngorongoro crater is the largest caldera in the world's

About this tour

	Tour type	Set-date, set-itinerary, group
	Main focus	Hiking \| trekking
	Activity level	Strenuous activity
	Best months	January, February, June, July, August, September, October, November, December
	Countries	Tanzania
	Parks	Kilimanjaro Ngorongoro Crater Serengeti

Fine details

Safari highlights

Bird watching—with professional guide
Hiking | trekking

What’s included?

Private vehicle and driver

Itinerary

Day 1: Machame Gate

Kilimanjaro

The drive from Moshi to the Machame Gate takes about 50 minutes. The journey passes through the village of Machame which is located on the lower slopes of the mountain. As we leave the park gate, we walk through the dense rain forest on a winding trail up a ridge until we reach the Machame Camp. Elevation: 5,380 ft to 9,350 ft Distance: 11 km/7 miles Hiking Time: 5-7 hours Habitat: Rain Forest

Day 2: Shira Camp

Kilimanjaro

You leave the glades of the rain forest and continue on an ascending path up to a steep, rocky ridge. On the Shira Plateau, we pass through heather and open moorlands, then cross a large river gorge to Shira 2 Camp. Elevation: 9,350 ft to 12,500 ft Distance: 5 km/3 miles Hiking Time: 4-7 hours Habitat: Heath

Day 3: Lava Tower to Barranco Camp

Kilimanjaro

You continue to the east up a ridge and then head southeast towards the Lava Tower – a 300 ft tall volcanic rock formation. We descend down to Barranco Camp through the strange but beautiful Senecio Forest to an altitude of 13,000 ft. Although you begin and end the day at the same elevation, the time spent at higher altitude is very beneficial for acclimatization.. Elevation: 12,500 ft to 15,190 ft Distance: 7 km/4 miles Hiking Time: 4-5 hours Habitat: Alpine Desert

Day 4: Barranco - Karanga Camp

Kilimanjaro

You begin the day by descending into a ravine to the base of the Great Barranco Wall. Then we climb the non-technical but steep, nearly 900 ft cliff. From the top of the Barranco Wall we cross a series of hills and valleys until we descend sharply into Karanga Valley. One more steep climb up leads us to Karanga Camp. This is a shorter day meant for acclimatization.. Elevation: 13,044 ft to 13,107 ft Distance: 5 km/3 miles Hiking Time: 4-5 hours Habitat: Alpine Desert

Day 5: Uhuru peak back to Moshi

Kilimanjaro

Very early in the morning (around midnight), you begin our push to the summit. This is the most mentally and physically challenging portion of the trek. The wind and cold at this elevation and time of day can be extreme. We ascend in the darkness for several hours while taking frequent, but short, breaks. Finally, you arrive at Uhuru Peak- the highest point on Mount Kilimanjaro and the continent of Africa.

Day 6: Mweka Camp back to Arusha

Kilimanjaro

On our last day, you continue the descent to Mweka Gate and collect the summit certificates. At lower elevations, it can be wet and muddy. From the gate, you will continue another hour to Mweka Village. A vehicle will meet us at Mweka Village to drive us back to the hotel in Moshi. Elevation: 10,065 ft to 5,380 ft Distance: 10 km/7 miles Hiking Time: 3-4 hours Habitat: Rain Forest

Day 7: Moshi - Serengeti

Serengeti

After breakfast, you will depart for Serengeti National Park for wildlife sighting. Then, enjoy lunch in a suitable place inside the park. We will continue the game drive activity in the afternoon before reaching the lodge. Serengeti National Park is well-known for its great migrating herds of zebra, antelope, and wildebeest. However, be ready to see resident predators, such as leopards, cheetahs, and lions, fulfilling their role in the circle of life.

Day 8: Serengeti National Park

Serengeti

Today will start early with a magical game drive in Serengeti National Park then, in the afternoon, depart to the Ngorongoro Conservation area, where you will stay overnight on the crater's rim. This gives you a chance to descend inside the crater the following day early in the morning and see animals when they are at their most active.

Day 9: Serengeti National Park

Ngorongoro Crater | Serengeti

The third day you will spend all day in Serengeti and late afternoon you head to South Serengeti National Park. The area is famous for the calving season of the Great Migration, an absolute highlight of the annual wildebeest migration. Dinner and overnight stay in Ngorongoro crater

Day 10: Ngorongoro Crater - Arusha

Ngorongoro Crater

Today you will wake up early in the morning and after breakfast you will drive into the amazing Ngorongoro Crater. The Ngorongoro Crater is the largest intact crater in the world. The crater life estimated 30,000 large mammals. Due to its natural borders, there is an abundance of wildlife throughout the conservation area which is home to the Big Five including the African black rhino as well as hyena, zebra and elephants to name a few. In the afternoon, we will drive back to Arusha.

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