Kilimanjaro Safari Zanzibar – 18 Days Best of Tanzania

Kilimanjaro Safari Zanzibar – 18 Days Best of Tanzania

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Day 1: Arrival

You will be met at the International Airport by your driver/guide and our representative. We will take you to Ilboru Safari Lodge in Arusha (or similar). Alternative accommodation is at Kigongoni Lodge.

Our safari manager will come to meet you and to provide you with a briefing about your Kilimanjaro Safari Zanzibar combination.

Dinner is included.

NB –if you arrive into another airport than Kilimanjaro we’ll arrange a connection flight to Arusha either on arrival or the following day (at extra cost). From Nairobi also road transfers in private or shared vehicles possible.

Day 2: Mt Kilimanjaro, Arusha – Machame Camp

In the morning we’ll transfer to the Machame Park Gate (5,950 ft./ 1,815 mt.). After registering with the park authority, we’ll begin our climb through the lush forest. Trekkers will likely hear the many exotic birds in the canopy above, and you may even see black & white colobus monkeys and sykes monkeys as they hike along the knotted roots.

We’ll continue on to some heath land before reaching our overnight camp at Machame Camp (9,850 feet, 6-7 hours of walking), just above the forest zone. The trek is quite long, thus not steep and mud on the forest floor.

Overnight at Machame Camp. All meals included.

Day 3: Mt Kilimanjaro – Machame Camp to Shira Camp

Today’s segment of the ascent will continue across beautiful heath land and alpine moorland with magnificent views of Kilimanjaro Peak. We begin up the steep track through a savannah of tall grasses, and trees of Giant Heather and Erica. Scramble around large boulders as you enter the moorland zone, marked by lobelia and senecio plants, and volcanic rocks draped with lichen beards, which protect wild alpine flowers growing at their bases. We’ll overnight at Shira Camp (12,600 feet, 5-6 hours of walking).

Overnight at Shira Camp. All meals included.

Day 4: Mt Kilimanjaro – Shira Camp to Barranco Camp

We’ll draw nearer the peak as we get closer to the Lava Tower. The trek becomes a bit more strenuous as the trail steepens on the approach to the lava Tower, a 300 foot tall volcanic plug which marks an exposed pass at 15,000 feet In the afternoon, descend the steep track into the Great Barranco Valley.

Barranco Camp is set on a col (flat area) enclosed on three sides with steep valley walls and the Kibo massif itself. Hanging glaciers glint in the sunshine above, amidst the eerie landscape of plants such as the giant groundsels (SenecioKilimanjari), and the uniquely endemic Giant Lobelia. Then we slowly ascent to our overnight stop at Barranco Camp (12,950 feet, 5-6 hours of walking). This day and the following day will be your acclimatization time.

Overnight at Barranco Camp. All meals included.

Day 5: Mt Kilimanjaro – Barranco Camp to Karanga Valley Camp

The day will begin with a descent into the Gorge, before we climb its eastern wall where we will enjoy views of Kilimanjaro’s ice fields, an equatorial anomaly. We will continue trekking until we reach our camp in Karanga Valley (13,900 feet, 4-5 hours of walking).

Overnight at Karanga Valley Camp. All meals included.

Day 6: Mt Kilimanjaro – Karanga Valley Camp to Barafu Camp

We’ll trek up through the KarangaValley, the trail turns steadily uphill, following the lava ridge to the Barafu camp. The temperature will grow colder and the landscape more sparse as we near Barafu Camp.

Barafu Camp is set on a small, exposed flat area on a ridge, acting as a base camp from which you will make your summit attempt at midnight tonight. Barafu camp (15,200 feet, 6-7 hours of walking).

Overnight at Barafu Camp. All meals included.

Day 7: Mt Kilimanjaro – Barafu Camp to Summit to Mweka Camp

Just after midnight we start of a challenging trek(12-18 hours of trekking). You begin trekking at 12:30 to 1am, passing between the Rebmann and Tarzel glaciers to the rim at Stella Point.

The temperatures range from just below freezing at midnight, to between 10 deg. F (-12 deg. C) to –10 F. (-23 deg. C) just before dawn at the summit. As dawn nears, we’ll summit at Uhuru Peak, the highest point in Africa at 19,340 feet. Uhuru will be the culmination of – and the reward for – 6 -7 hours of strenuous hiking. We’ll then descend back to Barafu Camp, resting for a while before continuing our descent to Mweka Camp (9,840 feet, 3-4 hours of walking on the descent).

Overnight at Mweka Camp. All meals included.

Day 8: Mt Kilimanjaro – Mweka Camp to Park Gate

We’ll make our final descent to the park gate, a walk of about 3 or 4 hours. After bidding our farewells to our guide and porters, we’ll drive to Arusha.

Overnight at Rivertrees Country Inn or Mount Meru Game Lodge. Breakfast and dinner included.

Day 9: Lake Manyara

After breakfast we depart to Lake Manyara. Nestling at the base of the Great Rift Valley escarpment, the park is recognized for its incredible beauty. You can see many game animals such as Buffalo, Elephant, Giraffe, Impala, hippo and others.

Overnight at Rift Valley Lodge at Lake Manyara. All meals included.

Day 10: Lake Manyara – Serengeti

After breakfast you start on your way to Serengeti National Park. After stopping for your picnic lunch on a kopje (rock outcropping) in Serengeti you will continue further into the park and go on a game drive.

Overnight at Kati Kati Tented Camp, Central Serengeti. All meals included.

Accommodation at a Lodge in Serengeti with some supplement (on request).

Day 11: Serengeti

A full day of game drives around Serengeti. Depending on the time of year and the migration of the herds you can expect to see wildebeest, lions, elephants, giraffes, zebras, monkeys, baboons, hippos, rhinos, antelopes and many birds and other species.

Overnight at Kati Kati Tented Camp Serengeti at Central Serengeti. All meals included.

Day 12: Ngorongoro

After breakfast you will drive to Ngorongoro Conservation Area. After arrival you will descent into the crater for a wonderful game drive (with a picnic lunch) inside the Ngorongoro Crater. As very few animals migrate in and out of the crater with its 2000 ft. high walls, you can expect to see lions, elephants, zebras, hippos, flamingos, jackals, rhinos, antelopes, many birds and other species. Your Driver/Guide will be in contact with other safari drivers and will amaze you with his skill at locating the hidden animals.

Overnight at Ngorongoro Sopa Lodge or Ngorongoro Farmhouse. All meals included.

Day 13: Ngorongoro – Arusha – Zanzibar

After breakfast you return to Arusha in the afternoon for your flight to Zanzibar. Transfer to The Zanzibari Hotel or Blue bay resort (other beach resorts as per request).

Overnight at The Zanzibari Hotel or Blue bay resort or Zanzibar Retreat Hotel. Breakfast and dinner included.

Day 14 – 16: Beach Extension

Relax and enjoy the beaches of Zanzibar. There are a wide range of water sport activities you can do, such as snorkelling, scuba diving, boat trips and more.

Overnight at The Zanzibari Hotel or Blue bay resort. Breakfast and Dinner included.

Day 17: Spice Tour & Zanzibar Town

After breakfast transfer to Stonetown. On the way we will do the famous Spice Tour. We have developed a special Spice Tour with in depth information not only about spices, but also organically grown herbs and a detailed description about their traditional uses in medicine cosmetics and cooking. After the tour we invite for an opulent lunch, where you can taste the spices and fruits.

In the afternoon we will show you Stone Town on our Historical Stone Town Tour. This tour takes you through fabled Stone Town, where history appears to stand still. With visits to the House of Wonders, the Palace Museum (People’s Palace) and the Arab Fort amongst others, it is a fascinating look at the essence of Zanzibar. You will see Zanzibar’s bustling market, winding alleyways, ornately carved and studded doors, two cathedrals and countless mosques!

Overnight at Tembo Hotel or Dhow Palace Hotel. Breakfast and Lunch included.

Day 18: Departure

End of your Kilimanjaro Safari Zanzibar combination. Transfer to Zanzibar Airport for departure.

NB –if you depart from another airport than Zanzibar we’ll arrange flight connections to your departure airport (to Dar Es Salaam also ferry boats possible).

INCLUDED IN THE PRICE:

  • Accommodation according to the itinerary
  • Transportation in a 4×4 safari vehicle
  • Professional, English-speaking guide
  • Meals according to the itinerary
  • Mineral water
  • All mentioned activities
  • All national park fees
  • Flying Doctors insurance (AMREF) during the safari

EXCLUDED FROM THE PRICE:

  • Flights
  • Optional activities
  • Alcoholic and soft drinks
  • Visa fees
  • Tips
  • Personal spending money for souvenirs etc.
  • Travel insurance

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    Kilimanjaro Climb & Lodge Safari – 12 Days

    Kilimanjaro Climb & Lodge Safari – 12 Days

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    Day 1: Arrival

    You will be met at the International Airport by your Driver/Guide and our representative. We will take you to Ilboru Safari Lodge or Mt Meru Game Lodge with an attached game sanctuary.

    Our safari manager and Kilimanjaro Expert will come to meet you and to provide you with a safari briefing.

    Dinner and Overnight at Ilboru Safari Lodge or Mt Meru Game Lodge.

    NB –if you arrive into another airport than Kilimanjaro we’ll arrange a connection flight to Arusha either on arrival or the following day (at extra cost). From Nairobi also road transfers in private or shared vehicle is possible.

    Day 2: Arusha – Machame Gate – Machame Camp

    After breakfast we’ll transfer you to the Machame Park Gate (5,870 ft./ 1,790 Mts.). After registering with the park authority, we’ll begin our climb through the lush forest.

    Trekkers will likely hear the many exotic birds in the canopy above, and many even see black & white colobus monkeys and sykes monkeys as they hike along the knotted roots We’ll continue on to some heath land before reaching our overnight camp at Machame Camp (9,875 feet, 5-7 hours of walking), just above the forest zone. The trek is quite long, thus not steep.

    Overnight at Machame Camp. All meals included.

    Day 3: Machame Camp to Shira Camp

    Today’s segment of the ascent will continue across beautiful heath land and afro-alpine moorland with magnificent views of Kilimanjaro Peak. We begin up the steep track through a savannah of tall grasses, and trees of Giant Heather and Erica. Scramble around large boulders as you enter the moorland zone, marked by lobelia and senecia plants, and volcanic rocks draped with lichen beards, which protect wild alpine flowers growing at their bases. We’ll overnight at Shira Camp (12,615 feet, 4-5 hours of walking).

    Overnight at Shira Camp. All meals included.

    Day 4: Shira Camp to Barranco Camp

    We’ll draw nearer the peak as we get closer to the Lava Tower. The trek becomes a bit more strenuous as the trail steepens on the approach to the lava Tower, a 300 foot tall volcanic plug which marks an exposed pass at 15,000 feet. In the afternoon, descend the steep track into the Great Barranco Valley.

    Barranco Camp is set on a col (flat area) enclosed on three sides with steep valley walls and the Kibo massif itself. Hanging glaciers glint in the sunshine above, amidst the eerie landscape of plants such as the giant groundsels (SenecioKilimanjari), and the uniquely endemic Giant Lobelia. Then we slowly ascent to our overnight stop at Barranco Camp (12,990 feet, 5-6 hours of walking).

    Overnight at Barranco Camp. All meals included.

    Day 5: Barranco Camp to Barafu Camp

    The day will begin with a descent into the Gorge, before we climb its eastern wall where we will enjoy views of Kilimanjaro’s ice fields, an equatorial anomaly.

    We will continue trekking following the lava ridge to the Barafu camp. The temperature will grow colder and the landscape more sparse as we near Barafu Camp. Barafu Camp is set on a small, exposed flat area on a ridge, acting as a base camp from which you will make your summit attempt at midnight tonight.

    Overnight at Barafu Camp. All meals included.

    Day 6: Barafu Camp to Summit to Mweka or Millenium Camp

    Just after midnight we start of a challenging trek(12-18 hours of trekking). You begin trekking at 12:00 to 1am, passing between the Rebmann and Tarzel glaciers to the rim at Stella Point. The temperatures range from just below freezing at midnight, to between 10 deg. F (-12 deg. C) to –10 F. (-23 deg. C) just before dawn at the summit.

    As dawn nears, we’ll summit at Uhuru Peak, the highest point in Africa at 19,340 feet. Uhuru will be the culmination of – and the reward for – 6-7 hours of strenuous hiking. We’ll then descend back to Barafu Camp, resting for a while before continuing our descent to Mweka Camp (10,105 feet, 3-4 hours of walking on the descent).

    Overnight at Mweka Camp. All meals included.

    Day 7: Mweka Camp to Park Gate – Arusha

    We’ll make our final descent to the park gate, a walk of about 2 to 3 hours which finalizes your Kilimanjaro climb. After bidding our farewells to our guide and porters, we’ll take you to Arusha for overnight at Ilboru Safari Lodge (or similar).

    Overnight at Ilboru Safari Lodge. Breakfast, Lunch and dinner included.

    Day 8: Lake Manyara

    After breakfast we depart for to Lake Manyara. Nestling at the base of the Great Rift Valley escarpment, the park is recognized for its incredible beauty. You can see many game animals such as Buffalo, Elephant, Giraffe, Impala, hippo and others.

    Overnight at Kirurumu Tented Lodge or Rift Valley Lodge at Lake Manyara. All meals included.

    Day 9: Lake Manyara – Serengeti

    After breakfast you start on your way to Serengeti National Park. After stopping for your picnic lunch on a kopje (rock outcropping) in Serengeti you will continue further into the park and go on a game drive.

    Overnight at Kati kati Tented Camp at central Serengeti. All meals included.

    Day 10: Serengeti

    A full day of game drives around Serengeti. Depending on the time of year and the migration of the herds you can expect to see wildebeest, lions, elephants, giraffes, zebras, monkeys, baboons, hippos, rhinos, antelopes and many birds and other species.

    Overnight at Kati kati Tented Camp, Serengeti. All meals included.

    Day 11: Ngorongoro

    After breakfast you drive toNgorongoro Conservation Area. After arrival you will decent into the crater for a wonderful game drive (with a picnic lunch) inside the Ngorongoro Crater.

    As very few animals migrate in and out of the crater with its 2000 ft. high walls, you can expect to see lions, elephants, zebras, hippos, flamingos, jackals, rhinos, antelopes, many birds and other species. Your Driver/Guide will be in contact with other safari drivers and will amaze you with his skill at locating the hidden animals.

    Overnight at Ngorongoro Farmhouse or Tloma Lodge in Karatu nearby. All meals included.

    Day 12: Ngorongoro – Arusha/Kilimanjaro – Departure

    After breakfast (or lunch depending on your flight schedule) you return to Arusha and onwards to Kilimanjaro for departure. Breakfast and lunch included.

    A dayroom will be arranged for your convenience if required.

    INCLUDED IN THE PRICE:

    • Professional, experienced, mountain guides and porters
    • All Park fees
    • Rescue fees
    • All meals while on the Mountain
    • Arrival and Departure transfers
    • Guides, Porters, cook salaries and park fees
    • Quality Mess tents with table and chairs
    • Large portions of fresh, healthy, nutritious food
    • Clean, purified drinking water
    • Crisis management and safety procedures
    • Fair and ethical treatment of porters
    • Flying Doctors insurance (AMREF)

    EXCLUDED FROM THE PRICE:

    • Flights
    • Optional activities
    • Alcoholic and soft drinks
    • Visa fees
    • Tips
    • Personal spending money for souvenirs etc.
    • Travel insurance

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      8 days, Mt Kilimanjaro – Lemosho Route

      8 days, Mt Kilimanjaro – Lemosho Route

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      The Lemosho route is one of the newer routes on Mount Kilimanjaro. The route begins in the west and rather than simply intersecting Shira Plateau (like Machame), Lemosho crosses it from Shira Ridge to Shira Camp. Climbers encounter low traffic until the route joins the Machame route. Afterwards, Lemosho follows the same route through Lava Tower, Barranco and Barafu, known as the southern circuit.

      Lemosho is considered the most beautiful route on Kilimanjaro and grants panoramic vistas on various sides of the mountain. It is our favorite route because it offers a great balance of low traffic, scenic views and a high summit success rate. Thus, Lemosho comes highly recommended.

      Day 1: Arusha (1400 m) – Mti Mkubwa camp (2829 m)

      Pick up from your accommodation. Transfer to Kilimanjaro – Lemosho gate 2360m.

      Start the first section of the climb through the mountain forest to Mti Mkubwa camp (3-4 hours). Dinner and overnight at Mti Mkubwa camp site 2829m.

      Day 2: Mti Mkubwa camp (2829 m) – Shira 1 (3505 m)

      We will follow a trail that leads out of the forest and into a savannah  giant heather moorland zone. Our ascend through scenic rolling hills, we will cross several streams to reach the Shira Ridge before descending to Shira 1 camp. The view of Kibo from the plateau is spectacular.

      Day 3: Shira 1 (3505 m) – Shira 2 (3900 m)

      We follow the trail through steep and scramble rock across rainforest to moorland. The path proceed steep to the Southern Glacier Branches, at 4000m we reach our campsite, Barranco, were we overnight. (6-7 hrs)

      All meals included.

      Day 4: Shira 2 (3900 m) – Barranco camp (3976 m)

      From the Shira Plateau, we continue to the east towards the peak of Kibo and passing that junction. Here our path goes east, towards the Lava Tower, also called the Shark’s Tooth. Shortly after passing the Lava Tower, we meet the second junction that brings us to the Arrow Glacier. From here we continue down to the Barranco Hut, where we will rest, have dinner and overnight. Despite the fact that we did not changed elevation from the point where we started, this day is very important for acclimatization and will help your body prepare for the summit.

      Day 5: Barranco camp (3976 m) – Karanga camp (4033 m)

      After breakfast cross the floor of the Great Barranco Valley, over the steep Barranco wall to the Karanga River-the last water point on this route.

      Dinner and overnight at Karanga camp 4033m. (4-5 hours).

      Day 6: Karanga Camp (4033 m) – Barafu camp (4673 m)

      After breakfast, we leave Karanga and cross the junction that connects with the Mweka Trail, used for descend from the mountain later. From here we continue up to the Barafu Camp. Here we will rest, have dinner and prepare for the summit day. From Barafu you can enjoy the view of two volcanic cones Mawenzi and Kibo peaks,  and that view is quite spectacular and you should not miss it.

      Day 7: Barafu camp (4673 m) – Summit (5895 m) then drop to Millenium Camp (3810 m)

      An early start for the ascent to the rim of the Kibo Crater between the Rebmann and Ratzel Glaciers. The last section before the rim can sometimes be snow-covered and an ice-axe or ski stick is useful for balance. At the rim we will reach Stella point, from where we have further hour to Uhuru Peak.  After a short stop for taking photos we descend to the Barafu Hut for a rest and lunch before continuing on past Millenium camp . Those with the strength left from  the summit may wish to descend to the Reutsh Crater and visit the ice pinnacles of the Eastern Icefields. Later in the evening, we enjoy our last dinner on the mountain and a well-earned sleep.

      Day 8: Millenium Camp (3810 m) – Mweka gate (1640 m). Then transfer to Arusha

      After breakfast descend through to the park gate at Mweka Wildlife College 1640m (5-6 hours). Met and transferred to Arusha Town. Dinner and overnight at Hotel in Arusha – Ilboru Safari Lodge (FB)

      INCLUDED IN THE PRICE:

      • Professional, experienced, mountain guides and porters
      • All Park fees
      • Rescue fees
      • All meals while on the Mountain
      • Arrival and Departure transfers
      • Guides, Porters, cook salaries and park fees
      • Quality Mess tents with table and chairs
      • Large portions of fresh, healthy, nutritious food
      • Clean, purified drinking water
      • Crisis management and safety procedures
      • Fair and ethical treatment of porters
      • Flying Doctors insurance (AMREF)

      EXCLUDED FROM THE PRICE:

      • Flights
      • Optional activities
      • Alcoholic and soft drinks
      • Visa fees
      • Tips
      • Personal spending money for souvenirs etc.
      • Travel insurance

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        7 Days, Mt Kilimanjaro – Umbwe Route

        7 Days, Mt Kilimanjaro – Umbwe Route

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        The Kilimanjaro Umbwe Route provides the shortest route, and toughest, to the Southern Glaciers of Kilimanjaro and Western Breach of Kibo. An ascent of Kibo by Umbwe route is one of the finest non-technical mountaineering expeditions. It is a challenging route, unsuitable for the solitary or the inexperienced, and a route off the beaten track.

        Please Note: That we only organize private treks, there will be only yourself and your travel partner(s) on the tour!

        This itinerary starts and ends in Arusha or Moshi. An additional days stay in Arusha can be booked for an extra.

        Day 1: Arrival

        You will be met at the International Airport by your Driver/Guide and our representative. We will take you to the Mount Meru Game Lodge or Ilboru Safari Lodge (or any other suitable hotel depending on your arrival time). Our Kilimanjaro Expert will come to meet you and to provide you with a briefing on your climb.

        Dinner and Overnight at Mount Meru Game Lodge or Ilboru Safari Lodge.

        Day 2: Umbwe Gate to Umbwe Cave

        At 7:30 a.m., we’ll transfer you to the Umbwe Park Gate at 2,100m. The path begins an a narrow ridge crest between the Lonzo River to the West and the Umbwe River to the East. It is easy to follow as it continues up through the dense forest. The path continues to follow the ridge, rising steadily with some steep sections and scramble rocks. The route takes you to the first camp Umbwe Cave (at 2,940m) in 5 to 6 hrs

        All meals included.

        Day 3: Umbwe Cave to Barranco Camp

        We follow the trail through steep and scramble rock across rainforest to moorland. The path proceed steep to the Southern Glacier Branches, at 4000m we reach our campsite, Barranco, were we overnight. (6-7 hrs)

        All meals included.

        Day 4: Barranco Camp to Karanga Valley Camp

        The day will begin with a descent into the Gorge, before we climb its eastern wall where we will enjoy views of Kilimanjaro’s ice fields, an equatorial anomaly. We will continue trekking until we reach our camp in Karanga Valley (13,900 feet, 4-5 hours of walking).

        All meals included.

        Day 5: Karanga Valley Camp to Barafu Camp

        We’ll trek up through the KarangaValley, the trail turns steadily uphill, following the lava ridge to the Barafu camp. The temperature will grow colder and the landscape more sparse as we near Barafu Camp. Barafu Camp is set on a small, exposed flat area on a ridge, acting as a base camp from which you will make your summit attempt at midnight tonight. Barafu camp (15,200 feet, 6-7 hours of walking).

        All meals included.

        Day 6: Barafu Camp to Summit to Mweka Camp

        Just after midnight we start of a challenging trek (12-18 hours of trekking). You begin trekking at 12:30 to 1am, passing between the Rebmann and Tarzel glaciers to the rim at Stella Point. The temperatures range from just below freezing at midnight, to between 10 deg. F (-12 deg. C) to –10 F. (-23 deg. C) just before dawn at the summit. As dawn nears, we’ll summit at Uhuru Peak, the highest point in Africa at 19,340 feet. Uhuru will be the culmination of – and the reward for – 6-7 hours of strenuous hiking. We’ll then descend back to Barafu Camp, resting for a while before continuing our descent to Mweka Camp (9,840 feet, 3-4 hours of walking on the descent).

        All meals included.

        Day 7: Horombo to Park Gate

        After breakfast descend steeply through the forest on a narrow path, after 3 – 4 hours walking we will reach Mweka Gate at 1400m. From here we will bring you to Moshi or Arusha for extension. Breakfast included.

        INCLUDED IN THE PRICE:

        • Professional, experienced, mountain guides and porters
        • All Park fees
        • Rescue fees
        • All meals while on the Mountain
        • Arrival and Departure transfers
        • Guides, Porters, cook salaries and park fees
        • Quality Mess tents with table and chairs
        • Large portions of fresh, healthy, nutritious food
        • Clean, purified drinking water
        • Crisis management and safety procedures
        • Fair and ethical treatment of porters
        • Flying Doctors insurance (AMREF)

        EXCLUDED FROM THE PRICE:

        • Flights
        • Optional activities
        • Alcoholic and soft drinks
        • Visa fees
        • Tips
        • Personal spending money for souvenirs etc.
        • Travel insurance

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          7 Days, Mt Kilimanjaro – Rongai Route

          7 Days, Mt Kilimanjaro – Rongai Route

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          The Kilimanjaro Rongai Route approaches the mountain from the north not far from the Kenyan border. The area retains a sense of untouched wilderness lost on the crowded Marangu and Machame trails.

          This route is the easiest of all the routes, it has a relatively gentle gradient and short daily stages as it winds its way from the starting point just south of the Kenya-Tanzania border through attractive farmland and delightful forest to several other climate zones, adding considerably to the interest of the trek.

          There are magnificent views over the Amboseli Plains and genuine possibilities for wildlife viewing. An extra day is added to the standard 5-day itinerary to hike to the beautiful Mawenzi Tarn beneath the towering spires of Mawenzi; this also ensures maximum acclimatization for the climb to the summit.

          The final ascent is arduous and made in darkness starting around midnight but the reward is a spectacular dawn view of the glaciers and ice cliffs of the summit, and across the East African plains far below. Descending through lush forest, there is a final day to relax and recover before the flight home.

          Kilimanjaro Rongai Route is much drier than the other routes and you might even encounter an elephant on the way. Accommodation in tents.

          Please Note: That we only organise private treks, there will be only yourself and your travel partner(s) on the tour!

          Day 1: Arrival

          You will be met at the International Airport by your Driver/Guide and our representative. We will take you to the Mount Meru Game Lodge (or any other suitable hotel depending on your arrival time). Our Kilimanjaro Expert will come to meet you and to provide you with a briefing on your climb.

          Dinner and Overnight at Mount Meru Game Lodge.

          Day 2: Kilimanjaro Rongai Route

          Hike up through the Rongai Forest – Approx. 2625 m

          In the morning we pick you from your hotel in Arusha or Moshi and drive to the town of Nalemoru on the lower slopes of Kilimanjaro and the trail head five miles outside of town. From the Park entrance you start the climb passing through pine forest and a short stretch of mountainous rainforest until we reach the heather and moorlands. It is about a 4-5 hour walk to Sekimba camp at approx 2625m but we advise people to go very slowly. The forest teems with bird life and colobus and other monkeys may be seen. We should arrive late afternoon so the rest of the day will be used to relax and recheck your equipment.

          Overnight at Sekimba campsite. All meals included.

          Day 3: First Camp to Kikelewa Moorland (3630 m)

          Continue through the forest (on this side is no such forest belt), eventually encountering the moorlands just below a large lava overhang known as Second Cave . Here we have lunch, then traverse the open moorlands toward the spectacular peak of Mawenzi, Kilimanjaro’s second major peak rising. Our second camp is at Kikelewa, (relative) shortly before reaching the saddle that connects Mawenzi to Kibo and Uhuru peaks. (5-6 hours hiking.)

          Overnight at a campsite. All meals included.

          Day 4: Mawenzi Tarn Hut

          Rising early you climb steadily to craggy jugged peaks of Mawenzi.(one of the volcanic peaks) camp beneath Mawenzi at approx 4,300m. Some climbers take an alternative route away from Mawenzi and camp on the north side of the saddle (Mawenzi Tarn Hut is in the north).

          Overnight at a campsite. All meals included.

          Day 5: Outward School Hut

          (School Hut or preferably Kibo Hut)

          Trek to the Outward Bound Hut (School Hut or preferably Kibo Hut) at 4,715m between the peaks of Kibo and Mawenzi. Mountain vistas are fabulous as we emerge onto the saddle between glacier-covered Kibo and rock-crowned Mawenzi (these mountain views alone are worth the effort of the trek!). We’ll arrive by lunchtime, and have the afternoon to organize and rest up for the summit attempt. We’ll turn in early (since we’ll be arising before midnight).

          Overnight at a campsite. All meals included.

          Day 6: Kibo Camp to Gilman’s Point to Uhuru Peak – Horombo Hut

          This is the hardest day of the climb and an early start before midnight or one, where it is dark cold and where you use your head torch for the first few hours. You will pass (rest and have coffee at) Hans Meyers cave after about 3hours climbing. Depending on weather conditions the temperature can be as low as -25 c. At dawn you should reach Gilman’s point and usually see a spectacular sunrise as you stand above the clouds. From here if you have enough energy left a further 1 and a half hours walk before you are standing on the highest part of the African continent- Uhuru Peak. A quick photo session and then you descend down to Kibo and then on to Horombo at 3700m – now a well earned dinner (beer!! – no permanent kiosk or provided) and good sleep. (11-12 hours hiking).

          Overnight at a campsite or Horombo Hut. All meals included.

          Day 7: Horombo to Park Gate

          Descending across the moorland and into the forest to Mandara hut, where a meal is served, a walk of about 3 or 4 hours and the last stretch of 2 hours trough the rain forest to Marangu Gate. After bidding our farewells to our guide and porters, we’ll take you to Arusha or Moshi for extension.

          INCLUDED IN THE PRICE:

          • Professional, experienced, mountain guides and porters
          • All Park fees
          • Rescue fees
          • All meals while on the Mountain
          • Arrival and Departure transfers
          • Guides, Porters, cook salaries and park fees
          • Quality Mess tents with table and chairs
          • Large portions of fresh, healthy, nutritious food
          • Clean, purified drinking water
          • Crisis management and safety procedures
          • Fair and ethical treatment of porters
          • Flying Doctors insurance (AMREF)

          EXCLUDED FROM THE PRICE:

          • Flights
          • Optional activities
          • Alcoholic and soft drinks
          • Visa fees
          • Tips
          • Personal spending money for souvenirs etc.
          • Travel insurance

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            7 Days, Mt Kilimanjaro – Machame Route

            7 Days, Mt Kilimanjaro – Machame Route

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            Kilimanjaro Machame Route is the second most popular route, 26 km long, and it is considered the most beautiful route up Kilimanjaro. With a gradual ascend through the forest you emerge to see wide views of the moorland on Shira plateau, Kibo and Western Breach. The different kinds of vegetation found along the route make it the most sceneric route. We are approaching the summit with an acclimatization day by walking in the same heights (Barafu Camp to Karanga Valley Camp), and another day by stopping at Karranga Valley camp (we are one of few tour operators offering this). There are no mountain huts on this route; the accommodation is in mountain tents.

            Kilimanjaro Machame Route done in six days is physically challenging for most people. The last two days (the trek from Barranco to Barafu and then the overnight trek to the summit) require mental and physical toughness, due to the high altitude and short amount of time to rest before the overnight summit attempt.

            Please Note: That we only organize private treks, there will be only yourself and your travel partner(s) on the tour!

            This itinerary starts and ends in Arusha or Moshi. An additional days stay in Arusha can be booked for an extra.

            Day 1: Arrival

            You will be met at the International Airport by your Driver/Guide and our representative. We will take you to the Mount Meru Game Lodge charming lodge is situated at the sole of majestic Mt Meru and provides wonderful views. Watch wild animals in their natural habitat at the lodge’s attached game sanctuary. Our Kilimanjaro Expert will come to meet you and to provide you with a briefing on your climb.

            Dinner and Overnigt at Mount Meru Game Lodge.

            Day 2: Arusha – Machame Gate – Machame Camp

            After breakfast we’ll transfer you to the Machame Park Gate (5,870 ft./1,790 Mts.). After registering with the park authority, we’ll begin our climb through the lush forest. Trekkers will likely hear the many exotic birds in the canopy above, and many even see black & white colobus monkeys and sykes monkeys as they hike along the knotted roots We’ll continue on to some heath land before reaching our overnight camp at Machame Camp (9,875 feet, 5-7 hours of walking), just above the forest zone. The trek is quite long, thus not steep.

            All meals included.

            Day 3: Mt Kilimanjaro – Machame Camp to Shira Camp

            Today’s segment of the ascent will continue across beautiful heath land and afro-alpine moorland with magnificent views of Kilimanjaro Peak. We begin up the steep track through a savannah of tall grasses, and trees of Giant Heather and Erica. Scramble around large boulders as you enter the moorland zone, marked by lobelia and senecia plants, and volcanic rocks draped with lichen beards, which protect wild alpine flowers growing at their bases. We’ll overnight at Shira Camp (12,615 feet, 4-5 hours of walking).

            All meals included.

            Day 4: Mt Kilimanjaro – Shira Camp to Barranco Camp

            We’ll draw nearer the peak as we get closer to the Lava Tower. The trek becomes a bit more strenuous as the trail steepens on the approach to the lava Tower, a 300 foot tall volcanic plug which marks an exposed pass at 15,000 feet. In the afternoon, descend the steep track into the Great Barranco Valley. Barranco Camp is set on a col (flat area) enclosed on three sides with steep valley walls and the Kibo massif itself. Hanging glaciers glint in the sunshine above, amidst the eerie landscape of plants such as the giant groundsels (SenecioKilimanjari), and the uniquely endemic Giant Lobelia. Then we slowly ascent to our overnight stop at Barranco Camp (12,990 feet, 5-6 hours of walking).

            All meals included.

            Day 5: Mt Kilimanjaro – Barranco Camp to Barafu Camp

            The day will begin with a descent into the Gorge, before we climb its eastern wall where we will enjoy views of Kilimanjaro’s ice fields, an equatorial anomaly. We will continue trekking following the lava ridge to the Barafu Camp. The temperature will grow colder and the landscape more sparse as we near Barafu Camp. Barafu Camp is set on a small, exposed flat area on a ridge, acting as a base camp from which you will make your summit attempt at midnight tonight.

            Barafu Camp (15,225 feet, 6-7 hours of walking)

            Day 6: Mt Kilimanjaro – Barafu Camp to Summit to Mweka Camp

            Just after midnight we start of a challenging trek(12-18 hours of trekking). You begin trekking at 12:00 to 1am, passing between the Rebmann and Tarzel glaciers to the rim at Stella Point. The temperatures range from just below freezing at midnight, to between 10 deg. F (-12 deg. C) to –10 F. (-23 deg. C) just before dawn at the summit. As dawn nears, we’ll summit at Uhuru Peak, the highest point in Africa at 19,340 feet. Uhuru will be the culmination of – and the reward for – 6-7 hours of strenuous hiking. We’ll then descend back to Barafu Camp, resting for a while before continuing our descent to Mweka Camp (10,105 feet, 3-4 hours of walking on the descent).

            All meals included.

            Day 7: Mt Kilimanjaro – Mweka Camp to Park Gate – Arusha

            We’ll make our final descent to the park gate, a walk of about 2 to 3 hours. After bidding our farewells to our guide and porters, we’ll take you to Arusha or Moshi for extension.

            INCLUDED IN THE PRICE:

            • Professional, experienced, mountain guides and porters
            • All Park fees
            • Rescue fees
            • All meals while on the Mountain
            • Arrival and Departure transfers
            • Guides, Porters, cook salaries and park fees
            • Quality Mess tents with table and chairs
            • Large portions of fresh, healthy, nutritious food
            • Clean, purified drinking water
            • Crisis management and safety procedures
            • Fair and ethical treatment of porters
            • Flying Doctors insurance (AMREF)

            EXCLUDED FROM THE PRICE:

            • Flights
            • Optional activities
            • Alcoholic and soft drinks
            • Visa fees
            • Tips
            • Personal spending money for souvenirs etc.
            • Travel insurance

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              7 Days Mt Kilimanjaro – Marangu Route

              7 Days Mt Kilimanjaro – Marangu Route

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              This route has a moderate slope, making it less difficult to climb. It is the most popular way up Mountain Kilimanjaro, and is the only route with emergency evacuation service. Also, it is the only route with huts, having dormitory and simple dining rooms.

              Please Note: That we only organize private treks, there will be only yourself and your travel partner(s) on the tour!

              This itinerary starts and ends in Arusha or Moshi. An additional days stay in Arusha can be booked for an extra.

              Day 1: Arrival

              You will be met at the International Airport of by your Driver/Guide and our representative. We will take you to the Ilboru Safari Lodge (or any other suitable hotel depending on your arrival time). Our Kilimanjaro Expert will come to meet you and to provide you with a briefing on your climb.

              Dinner and Overnight at Ilboru Safari Lodge.

              Day 2: Transfer to Marangu – Mandara Hut

              Pick up at your hotel in Arusha or Moshi and drive to Marangu gate, we will spend about two hours for registration, payments of fees and final parking. Start climbing through dense semi-tropical to the first hut- Mandara hut (9,000ft).

              Dinner and overnight stay at Mandara Hut. All meals included.

              Day 3: Mandara Hut to Horombo Hut

              Breakfast, ascend through the alpine meadow, and grassland and moorland to Horombo hut (12,000ft). Both Mawenzi and Kibo peaks can be viewed easily on the way.

              Dinner and overnight at Horombo Hut. All meals included.

              Day 4: Acclimatization at Horombo Hut

              Breakfast. One day for resting and acclimatization at Horombo Hut. Soft Trecking around Horombo. Option to walk to Zebra Rock or to East Lava Hill.

              Dinner & overnight at Horombo Hut. All meals included.

              Day 5: Horombo Hut to Kibo Hut

              Breakfast, further ascending to Kibo hut (15,000ft). The landscape becomes very stony and eroded. Spectacular mountain vegetation like giant cactus, groundswell and lobelia appear on the way.

              Dinner & overnight at Kibo Hut. All meals included.

              Day 6: Kibo Hut to Uhuru Peak

              Wake up at midnight, and after a snack, proceed to the summit through Gilman’s point (18,640ft). It is about 5-6hours and 1-2 hours from Kibo hut to Gilman’s point and from Gilman’s point to Uhuru Peak (19,340ft) respectively. Thus reaching the peak in the early morning of the fifth day and start descending after picture taking on the top to Horombo Hut for dinner and an overnight after a short break at Kibo Hut. All meals included.

              Day 7: Horombo Hut to Marangu Gate

              Breakfast. Descend from Horombo Hut to Marangu gate. The waiting car will take you to Arusha or Moshi for extension.

              INCLUDED IN THE PRICE:

              • Professional, experienced, mountain guides and porters
              • All Park fees
              • Rescue fees
              • All meals while on the Mountain
              • Arrival and Departure transfers
              • Guides, Porters, cook salaries and park fees
              • Quality Mess tents with table and chairs
              • Large portions of fresh, healthy, nutritious food
              • Clean, purified drinking water
              • Crisis management and safety procedures
              • Fair and ethical treatment of porters
              • Flying Doctors insurance (AMREF)

              EXCLUDED FROM THE PRICE:

              • Flights
              • Optional activities
              • Alcoholic and soft drinks
              • Visa fees
              • Tips
              • Personal spending money for souvenirs etc.
              • Travel insurance

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                13 days, 12 nights – Northern Circuit

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                Day 1: Arrival

                You will be met at the International Airport of Kilimanjaro by your Driver/Guide and our representative. We will take you to Kigongoni Lodge, This charming Lodge is situated at the banks of picturesque Tengeru on an old German coffee estate and offers stunning views towards Mt. Meru and Mt Kilimanjaro. Alternative accommodation is at Mount Meru Game Lodge with an animal sanctuary attached. Our safari manager will come to meet you and to provide you with a briefing on the great safari circuit Tanzania.

                Dinner included.

                Day 2: Lake Manyara

                The driver/guide will pick you up at 8 am, then you’ll drive across the floor of the Great Rift Valley to Lake Manyara National Park for a game drive. This beautiful park with it’s lush vegetation and tropical forests of giant fig and mahogany trees, takes its name from the Maasai word for “euphorbia tirucalli”, a bush which is used to make a thorny hedge to protect their cattle.

                Elephant, giraffe, buffalo, zebra and a variety of antelope inhabit the park as well as a variety of monkeys and a large population of hippos. If you are lucky you may see Manyara lions, well known for their tree climbing habits, lazily resting on the branches of an “Acacia tortilis” tree. The bird life is also abundant, with flamingos, pelicans, hornbills and plenty of forest species.

                Overnight at OlMesera Tented Camp. All meals included.

                Day 3 – 4: Lake Natron

                In the morning you drive via Engaruka Town towards Lake Natron on a partly bumpy and dusty road. En route you see many Masai villages, termite mounds, gazelle, giraffe, zebra, baboons, bee boxes, and birds such as vultures, ostrich, starlings, Cory Bustards, and kites. The transfer takes you some 4 hours. After checking in at your lodge and some lunch you go in the afternoon on a guided walk around Lake Natron the lowest point of the Great Rift Valley in Tanzania (600m / 2000 ft) and famous for a vast numbers of flamingos and other water birds due to a high concentrate of sodium carbonate, algae, and zooplankton. You can go for a hike up the NgareSero River which flows in the Lake Natron In contrast to the surrounding dry landscape, here you can find a small paradise. After a strenuous walk up the stream, we reach the source of the river, in cascading waterfalls the river gushes out of the mountains. It is an excellent swim in the river and under the waterfalls for a nice cool-down from the hot sun. There may be baboons or other wildlife in the gorge.

                2 x overnight at Lake Natron Tented Camp. All meals included.

                NB – swimming depends on weather and water level conditions and may not be possible all the time.

                Day 5: Lake Natron – Serengeti

                After breakfast you visit Lake Natron to see the flamingos Lake Natron is famous for. If you wish, you can walk at the lake shore in salty water. Afterwards you start your way towards Serengeti with some wildlife and many Maasai villages to see along the way. You cross Loliondo Area, a concession bordering Serengeti National Park and drive further towards the Western Corridor where the Great Migration is expected to pass through in June/July. After stopping for your picnic lunch on a kopje (rock outcropping) at Serengeti you will continue further into the park and go on a game drive on your way to Ikoma or Central Serengeti.

                Overnight at Ikoma Tented Camp or Kati Kati Tented Camp in the Serengeti. All meals included.

                Day 6: Serengeti

                Early morning game drive to see also nocturnal predators returning from hunting and animals waking up in early morning light followed by full day of game drives around Serengeti. Depending on the time of year and the migration of the herds you can expect to see wildebeest, lions, elephants, giraffes, zebras, monkeys, baboons, hippos, rhinos, antelopes and many birds and other species. Your Driver/Guide will be in contact with other Safari drivers and will amaze you with his skill at locating the hidden animals.

                Overnight at Ikoma Tented Camp or Kati Kati Tented Camp. All meals included.

                Day 7: Lake Victoria

                In the morning proceed with Game-drives at Serengeti on the way to Lake Victoria. In the afternoon drive into the nearby hills to take a look at rural Africa, passing through the small villages of the Sukuma people, who grow cotton, ground nuts, sorghum and cassava as well as keeping livestock. Life carries on simply as it has done for centuries, but with a few poignant reminders of the 20th Century!

                See the local school and take a stroll to the top of a small kopje.

                Overnight at Speke Bay Lodge. All meals included.

                Day 8: Lake Victoria

                In the morning traditional fishing canoe trip to a fishing village. Local fishermen will paddle the canoes and, on the way, the scene is typical of the lakeshore with women toiling in the fields and men fishing. The paddlers sing as they work taking one back in time as they sing traditional songs of home, of cattle and of life. In the distance can be seen the white lateen sails of fishing boats or dhows, returning from a night of fishing far out on the Lake. In the afternoon you proceed with village visits around Lake Victoria. Another Highlight of the day is the visit at a traditional healer in one of the Sukuma villages.

                Overnight at Speke Bay Lodge. All meals included.

                Day 9: Lake Ndutu

                Return to the Serengeti. Depending on the time of year and the location of the migration herds, you can expect to see wildebeest, lions, elephants, giraffes, zebras, monkeys, baboons, hippos, rhinos, antelopes and many birds and other species. Your driver/guide will be in contact with other safari drivers and will amaze you with his skill at locating the hidden animals.

                Overnight at Ndutu Safari Lodge . All meals included.

                Day 10: Ngorongoro

                After breakfast we depart for Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Upon arrival at late morning, you will spend the day game driving in the crater. As very few animals migrate in and out of the crater with its 2000 ft. high walls, you can expect to see lions, elephants, zebras, hippos, flamingos, jackals, rhinos, antelopes, many birds and many other species.

                Overnight at Ngorongoro Sopa Lodge or Ngorongoro Wildlife Lodge. All meals included.

                Day 11: Ngoronogoro – Lake Eyasi

                From Ngorongoro you proceed to Lake Eyasi – home to the hunter-gathers, an ethnic group of the Hadzabe Bushmen bearing similar characteristics to those of Bushmen in Southern Africa. The small people of this indigenous tribe are probably the last living in true harmony with nature and have a wealth of Flora and Fauna knowledge to share with us. The two days are filled with tours and game walks guided by bushmen taking you on their traditional hunting tracks.

                Overnight at a KisimaNgeda Tented Camp. All meals included.

                Day 12: Tarangire

                After breakfast we depart for Tarangire, Tanzania’s sixth largest national park and sanctuary for an unusually large elephant population. Majestic baobab trees are an interesting feature of the park, dwarfing the animals that feed beneath them. Animals concentrate along the Tarangire River, which provides the only permanent water supply in the area. There is a great diversity of wildlife including lion, leopard, cheetah and up to six thousand elephant.

                Overnight at Maramboi Tented Lodge. All meals included.

                Day 13: Arusha

                One final morning game drive before leaving. In the afternoon we will reach Arusha and you will stay in a day room at Kigongoni or Mount Meru Game Lodge or similar. This is where your Explore Northern circuit safari in Tanzania tour ends. Departure transfer to airport for your onwards journey. Breakfast and lunch included.

                This safari is also available as a camping safari, or if you like we can extend your holiday with a stay in Zanzibar.

                INCLUDED IN THE PRICE:

                • Accommodation according to the itinerary
                • Transportation in a 4×4 safari vehicle
                • Professional, English-speaking guide
                • Meals according to the itinerary
                • Mineral water
                • All mentioned activities
                • All national park fees
                • Flying Doctors insurance (AMREF) during the safari

                EXCLUDED FROM THE PRICE:

                • Flights
                • Optional activities
                • Alcoholic and soft drinks
                • Visa fees
                • Tips
                • Personal spending money for souvenirs etc.
                • Travel insurance

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                  12 days, 11 nights – Kenya, Tanzania Safari Circuit

                  12 days, 11 nights – Kenya, Tanzania Safari Circuit

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                  Day 1: Arrival

                  You will be met at the International Airport of Nairobi by your Driver/Guide and our representative and taken to your hotel, the traditional Stanley Hotel or Red Court Hotel.

                  Dinner is included.

                  NB: Arrival day Friday or Saturday. If you arrive any other day of the week, there is a supplement of 95 USD pP.

                  Day 2: Nairobi – Aberdare Mountains

                  Departure from Nairobi Hotel after breakfast and start your Kenya Tanzania Safari driving towards the Aberdares around noon. After a delicious lunch at Aberdare Country Club you will change into the lodge vehicle and be taken to your lodge. Accommodation will be at the unique The Ark, a tree-top style stilted lodge is set in thick woodland in the heart of the Aberdare National Park overlooking a floodlit waterhole and a salt lick which attracts a host of wildlife. Elephants, rhinos, leopards and bush bucks are frequently seen. Numerous Balconies and lounges provide superb game viewing and excellent photographic opportunities. The afternoon is usually spent with game viewing from the lodge. Additional activities like walks and game drives arranged by the lodge can be joined (against extra payment – not included in the package).

                  Overnight at The Ark. All meals included.

                  Day 3: Aberdare Mountains – Lake Nakuru

                  After breakfast you proceed to Lake Nakuru, one of the Rift Valley soda lakes and best known for its thousands, sometimes millions of flamingos nesting along the shores. The surface of the shallow lake is often hardly recognizable due to the continually shifting mass of pink. The number of flamingos on the lake varies with water and food conditions and the best vantage point is from Baboon Rocks. Also of interest, an area of 188 km around the lake fenced off as a sanctuary to protect Rothchild giraffe and black rhinos.

                  Overnight at the Lion Hill Lodge at Lake Nakuru, beautifully located close to the entrance with a view over Lake Nakuru. All meals included.

                  Day 4: Lake Nakuru – Masai Mara

                  Early morning game drive if you wish. After breakfast you proceed make your way to Masai Mara with viewing various games on the way, birds, herds of Antelopes, Zebra, giraffe, Elephants, gazelle, etc. Lunch will be taken at ‘Elsamere Conservation, former home to George and Joy Adamson famous for their work with lions and the book and movie ‘Born Free’

                  At Masai Mara you go for an afternoon game drive with high chances of seeing the’ Big five’ and many other wild animals set to retire for the day.

                  Overnight at the luxurious Mara Serena Safari Lodge. All meals included.

                  Day 5: Masai Mara

                  Early morning game drive at Masai Mara and return to the Camp for breakfast. Proceed to Isebania for Border crossing into Tanzania. After visa and border procedures we drive along the lake shore to Musoma one of the major towns at Lake Victoria In Musoma we embark a traditional fishing Dhow Boat (journey approx 45 min) which will take us to an Island in Lake Victoria and to a private Island retreat, the Lukuba Island Lodge. Rest of the day at leisure and possibility to swim in the warm water of Lake Victoria.

                  All meals included.

                  Day 6: Masai Mara – Isebania – Lake Victoria

                  Full day of game drive at Maasai Mara.. Depending on the game drive nature you will have a great moment to visit the famous Mara River whereby different types of animals mingle to drink water, Picnic lunch in the bush. You will have either at Masai Mara or Serengeti the chance to experience the ‘Great Migration’ and some 1.5 millions of wildebeest and zebras on the move.

                  Overnight at Mara Serena Safari Lodge.

                  All meals included.

                  If you wish to rest a bit ‘in between’ the national park visits and safari activities we advise to extend your stay at the beautiful Lukuba Island Lodge. You can rest at the snow white sandy beach, sunbath and read, take a stroll over the rocky island, go by a traditional dhow around the neigh Bouring islands for bird and nile monitor watching, fishing etc.

                  Additonal days at LukubaIsland can be booked with a supplement.

                  Day 7: Lake Victoria – Serengeti

                  In the morning we go out for a boat trip on Lake Victoria by local fishermen. Afterwards you proceed towards Ndabaka Gate and enter Serengeti through the Western Corridor. You pass through green Savannah with Elephants and Giraffes roaming around through a stretch of land which is rarely visited by travelers to reach Central Serengeti. The name Serengeti comes from the Maasai word “Siringet” referring to an endless plain which you will experience on your way to your camp.

                  Overnight at Kati kati Tented Camp Serengeti at Central Serengeti.

                  All meals included.

                  Day 8: Serengeti

                  A full day of game drives around Serengeti. You can expect to see wildebeest, lions, elephants, giraffes, zebras, monkeys, baboons, hippos, rhinos, antelopes and many birds and other species. We are very flexible with choosing our route will be on the track with the migration on its way to Masai Mara.

                  Overnight at Kati Kati Tented Camp at Serengeti.

                  All meals included.

                  Day 9: Serengeti – Ngorongoro

                  Early morning game drive after tea /coffee which is the best time to see the animals as they get out from their hide for the morning preys or return from their night hunt. After late breakfast you leave for Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Arrival toNgorongoro for lunch. In the afternoon you go for a Nature Walk at the Northern Crater Rim inhabited by buffaloes, elephants and different species of monkeys escorted by a local guide.

                  Over-night atNgorongoroSopa Lodge providing a wonderful view towards the crater.

                  All meals included.

                  Day 10: Ngorongoro Crater

                  After breakfast you will descend into the crater for a wonderful game drive (with a picnic lunch). The Ngorongoro Crater is a World Heritage Site holding a permanent population of more than 30,000 animals. As only very few of those migrate in and out of the crater with its 2000 ft. high walls, you can expect to see lions, elephants, zebras, hippos, flamingos, jackals, antelopes, many birds and other species. The Crater is also home to the rare black rhino almost extinct in Tanzania. With a bit of luck you will see the ‘Big Five’ during one game drive.

                  Over-night atNgorongoro Farmhouse or Tloma Lodge.

                  All meals included.

                  Day 11: Ngorongoro – Lake Manyara

                  In the morning you drive to Lake Manyara National Park. Nestling at the base of the Great Rift Valley Escarpment, the park is recognized for its incredible beauty with lush vegetation and tropical forests of giant fig and mahogany trees. Lots of elephants, giraffe, buffalo, zebra and a variety of antelope inhabit the park as well as a variety of monkeys and a large population of hippos. If you are lucky you may see the Manyara lions, well known for their tree climbing habits, lazily resting on the branches of an “Acacia tortilis” tree. The bird life is also abundant, with flamingos, pelicans, hornbills and plenty of forest species.

                  Over-night at Serena Lodge or Escarpment Luxury Lodge over-looking Lake Manyara.

                  All meals included.

                  Day 12: Lake Manyara – Arusha – Nairobi

                  End of your Kenya Tanzania Safari. Time at leisure in the morning until your departure transfer to Kilimanjaro Airport for departure or to Arusha Airport for your flight to Zanzibar for beach extension.

                  Breakfast included.

                  This itinerary can be extended with a nice relaxing stay at Zanzibar. Please ask for further information.

                  NB – transport to Nairobi. The options are

                  * Connection flights Kilimanjaro Airport-Nairobi.

                  * private road transfer Arusha-Nairobi Town or Nairobi Airport

                  * scheduled shuttle bus Arusha Town- Nairobi Town or Nairobi Airport; departure at 14:00 hrs – driving time some 5-6 hours

                  INCLUDED IN THE PRICE:

                  • Accommodation according to the itinerary
                  • Transportation in a 4×4 safari vehicle
                  • Professional, English-speaking guide
                  • Meals according to the itinerary
                  • Mineral water
                  • All mentioned activities
                  • All national park fees
                  • Flying Doctors insurance (AMREF) during the safari

                  EXCLUDED FROM THE PRICE:

                  • Flights
                  • Optional activities
                  • Alcoholic and soft drinks
                  • Visa fees
                  • Tips
                  • Personal spending money for souvenirs etc.
                  • Travel insurance

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                    Day 1: Arrival

                    You will be met at the International Airport of Kilimanjaro by your driver/guide and our representative. You will then transfer to Hatari Lodge – a stunning and innovatively designed lodge, former home of German film star Hardy Krueger, overlooking the Momella Swamps and Buffalo Meadow. Both the looming Mount Kilimanjaro and the dramatic peaks of Mount Meru are visible in the distance. Depending on your arrival schedule you will have time to relax and enjoy your dinner in beautiful surroundings.

                    Overnight at Hatari Lodge. Dinner included.

                    Day 2: Arusha National Park

                    Your out of Africa experience starts with a full day of safari activities in and around Hatari Lodge. All activities have been specially designed by the passionate and dedicated owner-managers, who have combined their years of knowledge to create something really quite special. Activities include boating on the Momella Lakes, walking at Mount Meru Crater, and birding in the lands between Kilimanjaro and Meru – a veritable bird-lovers paradise. Knowledgeable and enthusiastic guides will accompany you throughout.

                    Overnight at Hatari Lodge. All meals included.

                    Day 3: Serengeti

                    After a leisurely breakfast your guide will pick you up from Hatari at around 10:30 and take you to Arusha Airport for your flight to Serengeti at around 13:00 hrs. Upon arrival at around 14:30 your camp driver will welcome you and take you to your camp. Spend the rest of the day at leisure and enjoy a beautiful sunset over the savannah. If you wish, you can go on a nature walk around the camp later in the afternoon.

                    You will overnight at Ikoma – a luxury tented camp located in a wildlife-rich area, where you can tuck into delicious bush food, warm yourself by the crackling campfire, and drift off to the sound of a lion roaring in the distance.

                    Overnight at Ikoma Tented Camp. All meals included.

                    Day 4 & 5: Serengeti

                    Two full days to explore this, the world’s most wild and famous wildlife sanctuary. Early morning game drive to see also nocturnal predators returning from hunting and animals waking up in early morning light . Full day of game drives around Serengeti. Depending on the time of year and the migration of the herds you can expect to see wildebeest, giraffes, zebras, monkeys, baboons, hippos, antelopes, myriad bird species and, of course, the fabled “Big Five” – lion, elephant, cape buffalo, black rhino and leopard. Enjoy your picnic lunches in the bush, cautiously approach the hippo pool, and generally marvel at the rough, rugged and ever-expanding wilderness which surrounds you.

                    2 x Overnight at Ikoma Tented Camp. All meals included.

                    Day 6: Ngorongoro

                    After breakfast you will descend into the crater for a wonderful game drive (with a picnic lunch) inside the Ngorongoro Crater – often described as one of the wonders of the world. It is the world’s largest intact volcanic caldera and a natural sanctuary for the dense population of animals which inhabit it. It is one of the few places where the rare black rhino can be observed in their natural setting. As very few animals migrate in and out of the crater with its 2000 ft. high walls, you can expect to see lions, elephants, zebras, hippos, flamingos, jackals, rhinos, antelopes, many birds and myriad other species. With a bit of luck the ‘Big Five’ can be spotted on just one single game drive! You will overnight at the Ngorongoro Serena Lodge – unbridled luxury on the crater rim.

                    Overnight at Ngorongoro Serena Lodge or The Castle at Ngorongoro nearby. All meals included.

                    Day 7: Ngorongoro – Manyara Ranch

                    Take a morning nature walk at the Northern Crater Rim of the Ngorongoro Crater, where you will spot birds and monkeys, and whatever else you may happen across! Escorted by a ranger or Maasai guide, you will track the animal paths through dense bush, and really experience the sights, sounds and scents of this stunning and pristine corner of the world.

                    After your walk, depart for Manyara Ranch Conservancy a wildlife-rich corridor between Tarangire and Lake Manyara. Here, you will spend two days exploring and discovering, as per your own personalized safari schedule. The camp manager, an experience and enthusiastic safari guide, will greet you and discuss with you your program preferences for the next two days. Afterwards, you can take in the beautiful landscape, enjoy a delicious dinner, watch zebra and wildebeest wandering past your window, before resting in your luxury tent.

                    Overnight at Manyara Ranch Camp. All meals included.

                    Day 8 & 9: Manyara Ranch

                    Full days of safari activities at the private Manyara Ranch Conservancy (home to eland, greater kudu, striped hyena, bull elephant, breeding giraffes, wildebeest, zebra, oryx, lion, cheetah, leopard and the rarely seen bat-eared fox) as per your specific wishes. This may include cultural visits to nearby villages, nature walks in the surrounding landscape, night time game drives also off road, watching animals along the river from hides and more – and all with a flair of unique Manyara Ranch luxury!

                    2 x Overnight at Manyara Ranch Camp. All meals included.

                    Day 10: Departure

                    Early morning game driving / safari activities as per your wishes and specific schedule. End of your out of Africa safari. Depart Manyara Ranch after breakfast and transfer to Arusha Airport or Kilimanjaro International Airport for your onward journey.

                    NB – if you have an early departure from Kilimanjaro Airport (earlier than mid afternoon) we suggest to return to Arusha on the previous day and spend your last night in Arusha instead.

                    INCLUDED IN THE PRICE:

                    • Accommodation according to the itinerary
                    • Transportation in a 4×4 safari vehicle
                    • Professional, English-speaking guide
                    • Meals according to the itinerary
                    • Mineral water
                    • All mentioned activities
                    • All national park fees
                    • Flying Doctors insurance (AMREF) during the safari

                    EXCLUDED FROM THE PRICE:

                    • Flights
                    • Optional activities
                    • Alcoholic and soft drinks
                    • Visa fees
                    • Tips
                    • Personal spending money for souvenirs etc.
                    • Travel insurance

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