Unveiling Tanzania's Grandeur:
9 days—Unveiling Tanzania's Grandeur: A 9-Day Exploration of Wildlife & Wilderness
$3900-4126 USD
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Safari summary
Here's a short briefing of the Serengeti, Ngorongoro, and Kilimanjaro National Parks, Tanzania's trio of natural wonders:
Serengeti National ParkFamous for: The annual Great Migration, the largest mammal migration on earth, involving over 1.5 million wildebeest and 250,000 zebra. Home to Africa's "Big Five" - lion, leopard, elephant, rhino, and buffalo - and a staggering diversity of wildlife.
Landscape: Vast savanna plains, dotted with acacia trees and rocky outcrops (kopjes).
Activities: Game drives, hot air balloon safaris, and photographic safaris.
Ngorongoro CraterFamous for: A UNESCO World Heritage Site, Ngorongoro Crater is the largest inactive, intact volcanic caldera in the world. Within the crater rim lies a diverse ecosystem teeming with wildlife, including the "Big Five."
Landscape: The crater rim boasts stunning views of the caldera floor, with a permanent freshwater lake (Lake Magadi) at its center. The diverse landscape within the crater includes grasslands, woodlands, swamps, and a forest.
Activities: Descend into the crater for game drives, explore the surrounding volcanic highlands, or visit a Maasai village and learn about their unique culture.
Kilimanjaro National ParkFamous for: Mount Kilimanjaro, Africa's highest peak at 5,895 meters (19,341 ft), and the highest freestanding mountain in the world. Kilimanjaro is a dormant volcano with three volcanic cones: Kibo, Mawenzi, and Shira.
Landscape: Diverse ecological zones ranging from cultivated lands at the base to montane forests, heath zones, and finally, the afro-alpine desert at the summit.
Activities: Trekking Mount Kilimanjaro (various routes with varying difficulty levels), exploring the diverse ecological zones on the lower slopes, and visiting local communities.
About this tour
Tour type | Custom, tailor-made, private | |
Main focus | Game drives | |
Activity level | Strenuous activity | |
Best months | All months | |
Countries | ||
Parks |
Fine details
Safari highlights
- Photography safari—with professional guide
- Sightseeing | shopping | markets
- Hiking | trekking
What’s included?
- Accommodation
- Meals
- Park fees
- Private vehicle and driver
What’s not included?
- Alcoholic beverages
- All drinks
- Hot air balloons
- Internal flights
- International flights
- Laundry
- Premium alcoholic beverages
- Spa treatments
- Tips and gratuities
- Visas
Itinerary
Arrival in Arusha and Transfer
Serengeti
Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO), you will be met by your guide and transferred to your lodge in Serengeti National Park. In the afternoon, enjoy an exciting game drive through the Serengeti, searching for wildlife such as lions, elephants, giraffes, zebras, and wildebeest.
Full Day Game Drive in Serengeti
Serengeti
Embark on a full-day game drive through the Serengeti, exploring the vast plains and witnessing the incredible diversity of wildlife. Keep your eyes peeled for predators such as lions, leopards, and cheetahs, as well as herbivores like elephants, giraffes, zebras, and gazelles.In the afternoon, enjoy an exciting game drive through the crater, searching for the "Big Five" - lions, leopards, elephants, rhinos, and buffaloes.
Transfer to Ngorongoro Crater
Ngorongoro Crater
In the morning, transfer to Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a natural amphitheater teeming with wildlife.In the afternoon, enjoy an exciting game drive through the crater, searching for the "Big Five" - lions, leopards, elephants, rhinos, and buffaloes.
Full Day Game Drive in Ngorongoro
Ngorongoro Crater
Embark on a full-day game drive in Ngorongoro Crater, exploring the diverse landscapes and witnessing the incredible concentration of wildlife. Keep your eyes peeled for the "Big Five" as well as other animals such as zebras, wildebeest, hippos, and flamingos.
Transfer to Moshi.
Kilimanjaro
In the morning, transfer to Moshi, the gateway to Mount Kilimanjaro. In the afternoon, embark on an acclimatization hike on the slopes of Kilimanjaro, preparing your body for the upcoming trek.
Mandara Hut (2,700m)
Kilimanjaro
Begin your trek up Mount Kilimanjaro via the Marangu Route, the most popular and well-established route. Hike from Marangu Gate (1,800m) to Mandara Hut (2,700m), through the lush montane forest zone.
Horombo Hut (3,720m)
Kilimanjaro
Continue your trek up Mount Kilimanjaro, hiking from Mandara Hut to Horombo Hut (3,720m), through the heath and moorland zone.
Day 8: Summit Day
Kilimanjaro
Embark on the challenging yet rewarding summit ascent, starting in the pre-dawn hours. Reach Uhuru Peak, the highest point in Africa at 5,895 meters (19,341 ft), and celebrate your incredible achievement! Descend back to Horombo Hut for your final night on the mountain.
Marangu Gate and Departure
Kilimanjaro
On the final day of your trek, descend from Horombo Hut to Marangu Gate, completing your Kilimanjaro adventure. Upon reaching Marangu Gate, celebrate your accomplishment with your guides and porters. Transfer to Arusha or Kilimanjaro International Airport for your departure.
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