5-Day Arusha & Mount Kilimanjaro Highlights

• You'll be collected from the airport.
• Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Arrival in Arusha & Safari Briefing

Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport and meet your Big Time Adventures guide, then transfer to your lodge in Arusha through scenic hills and villages. Settle in, refresh, and enjoy dinner while receiving a briefing on the upcoming Northern Tanzania adventure, including wildlife highlights and photography tips. Overnight in Arusha ensures you’re rested and ready for the experiences ahead.

Main Destination:

Arusha (City)

Accommodation:

Ilboru Safari Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located in Arusha (City)

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Meals & Drinks:

• Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Arusha City Exploration & Coffee Experience

Start your day with a guided tour of Arusha town, visiting landmarks like the Cultural Heritage Center, Clock Tower, Maasai Market, and bustling Central Market. Explore vibrant stalls filled with local crafts, fabrics, and produce, while learning about Tanzanian culture and history. In the afternoon, visit Ngaresero Coffee Farm for a hands-on journey from bean to cup, savoring fresh coffee amid scenic plantations. Return to your lodge in Arusha for dinner and overnight.

Note: Comfortable walking shoes are recommended, and your guide will provide tips for capturing the market and coffee farm experiences.

Main Destination:

Arusha (City)

Accommodation:

Ilboru Safari Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located in Arusha (City)

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Arusha National Park - Walking Safari

After breakfast, drive to Arusha National Park, enjoying views of Mount Meru and passing local villages. Explore diverse landscapes on a game drive from forested slopes and Ngurdoto Crater to Momella Lakes spotting giraffes, zebras, buffalo, warthogs, and colobus monkeys. Join a guided walking safari to track wildlife and discover the bush up close, then enjoy a scenic picnic lunch. In the afternoon, transfer to Weru Weru Lodge in Moshi for dinner and overnight.

Note: Comfortable walking shoes, light clothing, and a camera are recommended for both game drives and the walking safari.

Main Destination:

Arusha National Park

Best Time To Visit June to October (Animals are easier to spot)

High Season July to March (The park can get busy)

Best Weather June to October (Little rainfall)

Wildlife in Arusha NP

GiraffeCommon

BuffaloCommon

ZebraCommon

HippoCommon

ElephantOccasional

WildebeestOccasional

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LeopardRare

HyenaRare

White RhinoNone

Black RhinoNone

LionNone

CheetahNone

Wild DogNone

Accommodation:

Weru Weru River Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located in Moshi (Town)

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Mount Kilimanjaro Hike via Marangu Gate

After breakfast at Weru Weru Lodge, drive to Marangu Gate, the starting point for your Kilimanjaro adventure. Hike 8 km uphill through lush rainforest to Mandara Hut, spotting colobus monkeys, colorful birds, and vibrant flora along the way. Enjoy a picnic lunch with stunning views of Maundi Crater and snowcapped peaks before descending back to Marangu Gate. Return to Weru Weru Lodge in the late afternoon for dinner and overnight.

Note: Bring hiking boots, layered clothing, rain gear, water, energy snacks, and optional hiking poles for support.

Main Destination:

Marangu Gate (Mt Kilimanjaro)

Accommodation:

Weru Weru River Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located in Moshi (Town)

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Serval Wildlife Sanctuary & Departure

After breakfast at Weru Weru Lodge, drive to Serval Wildlife Sanctuary, just outside Arusha, for close-up encounters with giraffes, zebras, elands, and diverse birds. Enjoy a guided tour highlighting conservation efforts and responsible wildlife interaction, followed by a relaxing lunch on-site. In the afternoon, transfer back to Kilimanjaro International Airport for your onward flight, concluding your Northern Tanzania adventure.

Main Destination:

Kilimanjaro Airport

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

• Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
• You'll be dropped off at the airport.