This itinerary combines a thrilling 5-day safari through Tanzania’s iconic parks with a 6-day trek up Mount Kilimanjaro via the Marangu Route, offering an adventurous and well-rounded experience.
Days 1-5: Safari Adventure in Northern Tanzania
Day 1: Arrival in Arusha
- Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport and transfer to your accommodation in Arusha.
- Relax and prepare for your safari adventure.
Midrange Option: Planet Lodge
Luxury Option: Arusha Coffee Lodge
Day 2: Tarangire National Park
- Morning drive to Tarangire National Park (approx. 2.5 hours).
- Full-day game drive in the park, famous for its elephant herds and scenic baobab trees.
Midrange Option: Tarangire Simba Lodge
Luxury Option: Tarangire Treetops
Day 3: Lake Manyara National Park
- Morning drive to Lake Manyara National Park (approx. 2 hours).
- Explore the park’s diverse habitats, from flamingo-filled lakes to tree-climbing lions.
Accommodation: Suricata Boma Lodge (both midrange and luxury options)
Day 4-5: Central Serengeti
- Depart early for Central Serengeti (approx. 5-6 hours), with game viewing en route.
- Spend two days on safari, tracking lions, leopards, cheetahs, and other wildlife in the endless Serengeti plains.
Midrange Option: Suenos De Africa
Luxury Option: Kubukubu Tented Lodge
On Day 5, return to Arusha and prepare for your Kilimanjaro climb.
Days 6-11: Kilimanjaro Climb (Marangu Route)
Day 6: Marangu Gate to Mandara Hut
- Drive to Marangu Gate for registration.
- Hike through lush rainforest to Mandara Hut (2,700 m / 8,858 ft).
- Hiking Time: 5-6 hours.
- Distance: 8 km / 5 miles.
- Accommodation: Mandara Hut (Basic Mountain Hut).
Day 7: Mandara Hut to Horombo Hut
- Trek through heather and moorland to Horombo Hut (3,720 m / 12,205 ft).
- Hiking Time: 6-8 hours.
- Distance: 12 km / 7.5 miles.
- Accommodation: Horombo Hut.
Day 8: Horombo Hut to Kibo Hut
- Continue the ascent across alpine desert to Kibo Hut (4,700 m / 15,420 ft).
- Hiking Time: 6-8 hours.
- Distance: 10 km / 6 miles.
- Accommodation: Kibo Hut.
Day 9: Kibo Hut to Uhuru Peak (Summit) to Horombo Hut
- Begin the summit attempt around midnight, trekking to Gilman’s Point and then to Uhuru Peak (5,895 m / 19,341 ft).
- Descend back to Horombo Hut for rest.
- Hiking Time: 12-16 hours (ascent and descent).
- Distance: 22 km / 13.7 miles.
Day 10: Horombo Hut to Marangu Gate
- Descend through rainforest to Marangu Gate.
- Receive your certificate and transfer back to Arusha.
- Hiking Time: 6-7 hours.
- Distance: 20 km / 12.4 miles.
Day 11: Departure
- Relax at your Arusha accommodation or transfer to Kilimanjaro International Airport for your departure.
