9-Day Tanzania Adventure: Safari & Mount Kilimanjaro Trek

9-Day Tanzania Adventure: Safari & Mount Kilimanjaro Trek Overview

Ideal for: Adventure lovers who want to combine a safari with mountain trekking.

Highlights:

5-day Mount Kilimanjaro Marangu or Machame Route trek.
4-day Serengeti & Ngorongoro safari after the climb.
Optional hot air balloon safari over the Serengeti.

📌 Best time to visit: January – March & June – October for best trekking conditions.

Tour Plan

Day 1: Arrival in Arusha – Adventure Begins

Arrive in Arusha and check into a comfortable lodge. Enjoy a welcome dinner with local flavors, Mount Kilimanjaro looming nearby. Meet your guide for a trek and safari briefing, resting in anticipation of your 5-day Kilimanjaro climb followed by a wildlife adventure in Serengeti and Ngorongoro a perfect start for thrill seekers.

Day 2: Marangu Gate to Mandara Hut – Kilimanjaro Trek Starts

Drive to Marangu Gate (1,860m) and trek 8 km through rainforest to Mandara Hut (2,700m) in 3-4 hours (Marangu Route). Spot monkeys and lush flora, settling into dormitory huts with a warm dinner. This gentle ascent begins your Kilimanjaro adventure, fueling your excitement for the mountain challenge ahead. (Machame Route alternative: Machame Gate to Machame Camp, 11 km, 5-7 hours.)

Day 3: Mandara Hut to Horombo Hut – Mountain Ascent

Hike 11 km from Mandara Hut to Horombo Hut (3,720m) over 5-7 hours, entering moorland with Kibo Peak in view (Marangu Route). Rest in huts after a hearty meal, acclimatizing to the altitude. The trek’s beauty and effort ignite your adventurous spirit. (Machame Route alternative: Machame Camp to Shira Camp, 5 km, 4-6 hours, moorland vistas.)

Day 4: Horombo Hut to Kibo Hut – Summit Prep

Trek 10 km from Horombo Hut to Kibo Hut (4,703m) in 6-8 hours across the Saddle’s alpine desert (Marangu Route). Conserve energy with an early dinner in the hut, preparing for the midnight summit push. The stark landscape heightens anticipation. (Machame Route alternative: Shira Camp to Barranco Camp via Lava Tower, 10 km, 7-8 hours.)

Day 5: Kibo Hut to Uhuru Peak to Horombo Hut – Summit Victory

Start at midnight, climbing 6 km to Uhuru Peak (5,895m) in 6-8 hours, summiting at sunrise (Marangu Route). Celebrate at Africa’s highest point, then descend 16 km to Horombo Hut (3,720m) over 5-7 hours. Rest after dinner, victorious and exhilarated. (Machame Route alternative: Barafu Camp to Uhuru Peak to Mweka Camp, 15 km total, 11-15 hours.)

Day 6: Horombo Hut to Arusha – Trek Farewell

Descend 19 km to Marangu Gate (1,860m) in 5-7 hours, collecting your summit certificate (Marangu Route). Transfer to Arusha, checking into a lodge for a well earned rest and dinner. Reflect on your Kilimanjaro triumph, ready for your safari. (Machame Route alternative: Mweka Camp to Mweka Gate, 10 km, 3-5 hours.)

Day 7: Arusha to Serengeti – Safari Thrills Begin

Travel to Serengeti National Park by road or flight, arriving at a mid-range tented camp. Enjoy an afternoon game drive, spotting wildebeest, lions, and zebras across the plains. Dine under the stars, transitioning from mountain heights to savannah wonders an adventurous shift after your Kilimanjaro trek.

Day 8: Serengeti – Full Day Wildlife Quest

Spend a full day on a private game drive in Serengeti, tracking the Big Five and more. Optional: Rise early for a hot air balloon safari (extra cost) over the plains, landing for a bush breakfast. Return to your camp for dinner, the savannah’s raw beauty fueling your post-trek adventure under Tanzania’s vast skies.

Day 9: Serengeti to Ngorongoro to Arusha – Crater & Farewell

Enjoy a morning game drive in Serengeti, then transfer to Ngorongoro Crater for a half-day game drive, spotting dense wildlife lions, rhinos, and elephants. Ascend and drive back to Arusha, arriving by evening for a final dinner or departure. Your adventure ends with memories of Kilimanjaro’s peak and Tanzania’s wildlife wonders.

Price Included:

Accommodation: Comfortable lodge in Arusha, Kilimanjaro huts (Marangu) or tents (Machame), mid-range tented camp/lodge in Serengeti and Ngorongoro.
Meals: All meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner) on trek and safari, prepared by cooks.
Transportation: Private safari vehicle with driver/guide, transfers to/from Kilimanjaro gate and Arusha.
Activities: 5-day Kilimanjaro trek (Marangu or Machame Route), private game drives in Serengeti and Ngorongoro.
Support: Kilimanjaro guides, porters, cook; safari rangers.
Fees: National park entry fees, Kilimanjaro park and hut/camping fees.
Safety: First aid kit, pulse oximeter on Kilimanjaro.

Not Excluded:

International Flights: Airfare to/from Tanzania.
Travel Insurance: Personal travel and medical insurance (mandatory for Kilimanjaro).
Visas: Tanzanian visa fees.
Gear: Personal climbing gear (e.g., sleeping bag, trekking poles rentals available).
Beverages: Alcoholic drinks, bottled water (boiled water provided on trek).
Gratuities: Tips for guides, porters, and staff.
Personal Expenses: Souvenirs, additional nights, or upgrades.
Optional Activities: Hot air balloon safari over Serengeti (additional cost), flights instead of drives.

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