Marangu & Tanzania Safari
11 days—Plan an 11-day Marangu Route climb and Tanzania safari through Tarangire, Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater and Lake Manyara. Request your trip quote today
$2960-5150 USD
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Safari summary
11 Days Marangu Route And Tarangire Serengeti Ngorongoro Lake Manyara Safari
11 Days Marangu Route And Tarangire Serengeti Ngorongoro Lake Manyara Safari is a Tanzania adventure combining a six-day Mount Kilimanjaro climb with wildlife safaris in Tarangire, Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater, and Lake Manyara. It brings mountain trekking and northern Tanzania's remarkable wildlife together in one itinerary.
Package Breakdown: 11 Days Marangu Route and Wildlife Safari
Total duration: 11 days/10 nights, with the final departure arrangement to be confirmed.
Mountain trekking: 6-day Marangu Route climb.
Wildlife safari: 5-day safari covering Tarangire, Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater, and Lake Manyara.
Main highlights: Uhuru Peak, elephants, open savannahs, wildlife-rich crater landscapes, and diverse habitats.
Travel style: Private or group-sharing arrangements, subject to availability.
Combining Kilimanjaro trekking with a northern Tanzania safari allows travelers to enjoy two different sides of the country without planning separate mountain and wildlife holidays.
Quick Overview of the 11 Days Marangu Route Safari Package
Price: USD 2,950–5,150 per person.
Mountain route: Marangu Route, including six days of trekking
Safari destinations: Tarangire, Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater, and Lake Manyara.
Starting and ending arrangements: Kilimanjaro International Airport, Moshi, Arusha, or Zanzibar, depending on the confirmed itinerary.
Mountain accommodation: Shared A-frame huts with individual beds, subject to hut arrangements.
Safari accommodation: Budget camping, tented camps, or luxury tented accommodation, depending on the selected package.
Guiding: Mountain hiking and safari game drives, with English-, Spanish-, German-, or Italian-speaking guides subject to availability.
Flights: International flights are not included.
Transfers: Airport transfers and additional hotel nights can be arranged and should be confirmed when booking.
Solo travelers can request availability and a personalized price.
Why Choose the 11 Days Marangu Route and Tanzania Safari?
The Marangu Route is known for its hut accommodation, making it a practical option for trekkers who prefer sleeping indoors rather than camping in tents on the mountain. The six-day schedule includes an acclimatization day, helping climbers prepare for the altitude.
After the climb, the safari provides a different pace. Tarangire is known for elephants and baobab landscapes, Serengeti for its vast plains and predators, Ngorongoro for its crater ecosystem, and Lake Manyara for varied wildlife and forest habitats.
This combination suits travelers who want a substantial mountain challenge followed by guided wildlife viewing within one organized holiday.
Destinations Included in the Marangu Route and Safari
Mount Kilimanjaro and Marangu Route
Mount Kilimanjaro is the central trekking highlight, with Uhuru Peak as the summit objective. The Marangu Route follows established mountain paths and offers hut accommodation, making it distinct from routes that rely on tent camping.
Tarangire National Park
Tarangire introduces the safari with elephant sightings, baobab trees, and wildlife gathering around seasonal water sources.
Serengeti National Park
The Serengeti's expansive plains support diverse wildlife, including lions, cheetahs, leopards, and large herbivores. Sightings depend on season, location, and natural conditions.
Ngorongoro Crater
The crater offers a concentrated wildlife-viewing environment, with grasslands, wetlands, and other habitats supporting many animal species.
Lake Manyara National Park
Lake Manyara adds forest and lakeside habitats to the itinerary, with opportunities to see elephants, giraffes, zebras, buffaloes, and primates.
Package Price: 11 Days Marangu Route and Safari
The estimated price is USD 2,950–5,150 per person. The final amount depends on the accommodation standard, group size, private or shared transport arrangements, guide-language availability, and confirmed inclusions.
Contact the tour provider for a personalized quotation and a breakdown of the services covered. Request a Quote before confirming your travel dates.
About this tour
| Tour type | Set-date, set-itinerary, group | |
| Main focus | Game drives | |
| Activity level | Strenuous activity | |
| Best months | January, February, March, April, June, July, August, September, October, November, December | |
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| Accesibility |
This tour is modifiable for those with limited mobility.
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Fine details
Safari highlights
- Bird watching—with professional guide
- Photography safari—with professional guide
- Hiking | trekking
What’s included?
- Accommodation
- Airport transfers
- All drinks
- Meals
- Park fees
- Private vehicle and driver
What’s not included?
- Alcoholic beverages
- Tips and gratuities
- Visas
Itinerary
Moshi to Marangu to Mandara Hut
Rising: 5,500 ft/1,700 m to 9,000 ft/2,740 m | Distance: 7 km | Hiking time: 4–5 hours | Habitat: Montane forest. Travel to Marangu Gate and begin hiking through forest vegetation toward Mandara Hut. The route offers a gradual introduction to mountain trekking. Your meal plan includes lunch and dinner.
Mandara Hut
Mandara Hut to Horombo Hut
Kilimanjaro
Rising: 9,000 ft/2,700 m to 12,100 ft/3,700 m | Distance: 11 km | Hiking time: 6–8 hours | Habitat: Heathland and moorland. Continue through changing vegetation toward Horombo Hut, where the landscape becomes more open. Walk at a steady pace and follow your guide's advice on altitude. Your meal plan includes breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Horombo Hut
Acclimatization Day at Horombo Hut
Kilimanjaro
Rising: 12,100 ft to 14,160 ft and back to 12,100 ft | Distance: 10 km | Hiking time: 3–5 hours. Spend the day on an acclimatization hike before returning to Horombo Hut. Gradual exposure to higher elevations gives your body more time to adjust, although it cannot eliminate altitude-related risks. Your meal plan includes breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Horombo Hut
Horombo Hut to Kibo Hut
Kilimanjaro
Rising: 12,100 ft/3,700 m to 15,400 ft/4,700 m | Distance: 10 km | Hiking time: 6–8 hours | Habitat: Alpine desert. Cross the increasingly barren alpine landscape toward Kibo Hut. Rest, hydrate, and prepare your summit equipment before the demanding night ascent. Your meal plan includes breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Kibo Hut
Kibo to Uhuru Peak to Horombo Hut
Rising: 15,400 ft/4,700 m to 19,300 ft/5,895 m, then down to 12,100 ft/3,700 m | Distance: 4 km up and 14 km down | Hiking time: 10–15 hours. Begin the summit attempt under your guide's direction, aiming for Uhuru Peak, Africa's highest point. Descend carefully to Horombo Hut after the summit attempt. Your meal plan includes breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Horombo Hut
Horombo to Marangu Gate to Arusha
Kilimanjaro
Descent: 12,100 ft/3,700 m to 5,500 ft/1,700 m | Hiking time: 5–7 hours | Distance: 18 km. Descend to Marangu Gate, complete the exit procedures, and transfer to Moshi before continuing to Arusha for your overnight stay. Your meal plan includes breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Confirm the transfer and safari departure arrangements.
Arusha
Arusha to Tarangire National Park
Tarangire
Pickup is planned around 7:00–8:00 a.m., with the exact time confirmed beforehand. The drive takes approximately two hours over 109 km. Enjoy a game drive for elephants, giraffes, zebras, and other wildlife before continuing to Mto wa Mbu or Karatu for dinner and overnight accommodation. Meals: breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Arusha
Mto wa Mbu or Karatu to Serengeti
Serengeti
The requested schedule includes a pickup around 9:00–9:30 a.m.; the confirmed time must be provided before travel. Drive toward Serengeti National Park for a game drive and overnight stay in Central Serengeti. Park-entry and checkout times depend on the applicable regulations and recorded entry time. Meals: lunch and dinner.
Central Serengeti
Serengeti Game Drive to Ngorongoro
Ngorongoro Crater
Enjoy a Serengeti game drive before traveling toward the Ngorongoro Conservation Area for an overnight stay near the crater rim. The exact departure and checkout times depend on park regulations and your recorded entry time. Meals: breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Ngorongoro Rim
Ngorongoro to Mto wa Mbu or Karatu
Ngorongoro Crater
After breakfast, descend into Ngorongoro Crater for a wildlife game drive. Look for wildlife across grasslands, wetlands, and other crater habitats before exiting according to the applicable conservation-area regulations. Continue to Mto wa Mbu or Karatu for your overnight stay. Meals: breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Mto wa Mbu
Lake Manyara to Arusha
Lake Manyara
After breakfast, visit Lake Manyara National Park for a game drive. Wildlife may include elephants, giraffes, zebras, buffaloes, baboons, and other monkeys. Return toward Arusha in the late afternoon, with arrival around 5:30–6:30 p.m. subject to road and park conditions. Meals: breakfast and lunch.
Arusha
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