Twelve days Tanzania Tours

12 days—Visit Mount Kilimanjaro at 5895 meters, and the most beautiful African wildlife: Serengeti and Ngorongoro on this 12-day Tanzania tour trip.

$2300-2635 USD

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Safari summary

The 12 days Kilimanjaro Climbing and Tanzania Safari Tour starts from Moshi at 8:15 am and takes 53 minutes (37.9 km) to reach Marangu Gate. This 12-days Kilimanjaro climbing and Tanzania safari group joining package offers an exciting opportunity to experience one of the seven summits of the world at 19,341. On this 12 days include visiting the world-famous Serengeti, known for its abundance of animals and the great wildebeest migration, and the Ngorongoro, the world's largest intact volcanic caldera and home to the highest density of big game in Africa.

The 12 days Kilimanjaro climbing and Tanzania safari group joining tour allows you to get excellent opportunities to explore the 6-day Marangu route on Mount Kilimanjaro, which offers an incredible African adventure that offers you the chance to discover the tallest free-standing mountain in the world with 5895 meters and one of the seven summits of the world at 19,341 feet. After Kilimanjaro hiking over, you will go ahead with a 3-day Tanzania safari shared group joining, which will allow you to visit the Serengeti, an endless expanse of savannah that hosts the legendary Great Migration, alongside the dramatic Ngorongoro Crater, a pristine caldera teeming with wildlife.

This 12 days Kilimanjaro and Tanzania safari group joining tour is the best and most popular and offers you the special chance to join the group, which is a minimum of 2–12 people, in which hikers from groups can share the cost to climb Mount Kilimanjaro, and the 3-day Tanzania safari group. The best and unique Kilimanjaro climbing and Tanzania safari shared group joining tours offer daily departure dates in 2023, 2024, and 2025.

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, December
	Countries	Tanzania
	Parks	Kilimanjaro Ngorongoro Crater Serengeti

Fine details

Safari highlights

Beaches
Hiking | trekking
Wildlife sanctuaries

What’s included?

Accommodation
Airport transfers
Meals

What’s not included?

Park fees
Visas

Itinerary

Day 1: Arrive in Tanzania

You will be picked up at the Kilimanjaro International Airport and transferred to the Kilimanjaro White house hotel (Bed and breakfast) in Moshi town,

White house hotel

Day 2: Free day relaxing

Free day relaxing at the Kilimanjaro White house hotel (Bed and breakfast) in Moshi town, with an extra cost of US$ 35. our guide will brief you on your upcoming trek and do an equipment check to make sure you have all the necessary mountain gear. The missing gear can be rented on this day

Kilimanjaro White house hotel

Day 3: Marangu Gate to Mandara Hut

Elevation (ft): 6,046 ft to 8,858 ft Distance: 8 km Hiking Time: 4-5 hours Habitat: Rain Forest Hut: Mandara Hut. We head to the Marangu Gate for the necessary formalities before beginning our trek. The trail climbs through a tropical rain forest near the upper edge of the forest line, where we sometimes see playful blue monkeys. The trail then widens to expose beautiful hillsides until we reach Mandara Hut.

Mandara Hut

Day 4: Mandara Hut to Horombo Hut

Elevation (ft): 8,858 ft to 12,205 ft Distance: 12 km Hiking Time: 6-8 hours Habitat: Heath / Moorland Our second day on the trail begins with a steep ascent through the forest and opens into high moorland. If the sky is clear, we may get our first views of Kibo and Mawenzi peaks, two of the three volcanic peaks that make up the summit of Kilimanjaro.

Horombo Hut

Day 5: Mawenzi Hut to Horombo Hut

Elevation (ft): 12,205 ft to 14,160 ft to 12,205 ft Distance: 10 km Hiking Time: 3-5 hours Habitat: Heath This extra day is used for acclimatization. We hike towards or all the way to Mawenzi Hut and back. The unique landscape offers motivating views of Kibo and Mawenzi.

Kibo hut

Day 6: Horombo Hut to Kibo Hut

Elevation (ft): 12,205 ft to 15,430 ft Distance: 10 km Hiking Time: 6-8 hours Habitat: Alpine Desert Today we climb gradually, then cross the lunar desert of the “Saddle” between Mawenzi and Kibo to reach our campsite which sits at the bottom of the Kibo crater wall. Once at camp we rest, enjoy an early dinner and prepare for summit day.

School hut

Day 7: Kibo Hut to Uhuru Point

Elevation (ft): 15,430 ft to 19,341 ft to 12,205 ft Distance: 22 km Hiking Time: 10-13 hours Habitat: Arctic We wake in the middle of the night and begin the final push to reach the Roof of Africa. The trail to Gilman’s Point is very steep and the ascent will be slow and steady. From Gilman’s, it is a traverse along the crater rim to Uhuru Peak. We stay at the summit for a short time, to take photos and enjoy the views, before retracing our steps to all the way back to Horombo Hut.

School hut

Day 8: Horombo Hut to Marangu Gate

Elevation (ft): 12,205 ft to 6,046 ft Distance: 20 km Hiking Time: 5-7 hours Habitat: Rain Forest A long trek is in store for today, however it is mostly downhill. Once at the park headquarters at Marangu Gate we pick up our certificate that proves our achievement and catch our vehicle transfer back to Moshi take your staff then transfer to Arusha where you will overnight at Arusha Tourist Hotel Bed and Breakfast.

Arusha Tourist Hotel

Day 9: Serengeti National Park

On day 9, you'll bid farewell to Arusha and embark on an exciting journey to Serengeti National Park. You'll take a scenic drive or a short flight to reach this iconic wildlife sanctuary. As you enter the vast plains of the Serengeti, you'll immediately be greeted by the sight of diverse wildlife in their natural habitat. Expect to spot herds of wildebeest, zebras, giraffes, and perhaps even a lion or cheetah on the hunt. .

Arusha Tourist Hotel

Day 10: Ngorongoro Crater

After a thrilling morning game drive in the Serengeti, you'll continue your adventure towards the Ngorongoro Crater. This natural wonder, often referred to as the "Eighth Wonder of the World," is a haven for wildlife. You'll descend into the crater and be awestruck by the sheer abundance of animals, including the "Big Five" and countless bird species. Enjoy a picnic lunch amid this unique ecosystem before ascending to the rim.

Budget Nyani Campsite

Day 11 Ngorongoro Crater to Arusha

On day 11, you'll bid farewell to the Ngorongoro Crater and make your way back to Arusha. The journey provides a final opportunity to take in the stunning landscapes and wildlife of Tanzania. Once you arrive in Arusha, you can relax, reflect on your safari experiences, and perhaps do some last-minute souvenir shopping. Your overnight stay will be in a comfortable hotel in Arusha.

Arusha Tourist Hotel

Day 12: Departure

On the final day of your adventure, you'll savor your last breakfast in Tanzania before your guide transfers you to Kilimanjaro International Airport for your departure flight. As you say goodbye to this remarkable country, you'll carry with you the indelible memories of the Kilimanjaro trek, the Serengeti's sweeping plains, and the Ngorongoro Crater's wildlife spectacle. Your journey ends, but the spirit of Tanzania's natural wonders will stay with you forever. Safe travels!

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