7-Day Kilimanjaro Foothills & Tanzania Safari

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

Arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport – Transfer to Moshi

Welcome to Tanzania! Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, meet your private driver and enjoy a scenic one-hour transfer to Moshi, a charming town nestled at the foot of Africa's highest mountain. Unlike traditional safaris that head straight into the bush, this itinerary begins with a peaceful introduction to Tanzania's mountain landscapes. Surrounded by lush coffee farms, banana plantations, and spectacular views of Mount Kilimanjaro (weather permitting), you'll have time to relax, explore the lodge surroundings, and prepare for the next day's adventure. This gentle start helps you acclimatize while experiencing the warm hospitality and rich culture of northern Tanzania.

Main Destination:

Moshi (Town)

Accommodation:

Kibo View Farm Lodge

• Mid-range tented camp located near Moshi (Town)

Meals & Drinks:

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

Mount Kilimanjaro Foothills Experience – Transfer to Arusha

After breakfast, travel to Marangu Gate for a guided trek through the lush rainforest of Mount Kilimanjaro National Park. This experience offers the beauty of Africa's highest mountain without the demands of a summit climb, making it suitable for most fitness levels. Walk beneath towering trees while your professional mountain guide introduces you to the park's unique ecosystem. Along the trail, you may encounter blue monkeys, black-and-white colobus monkeys, colorful turacos, hornbills, and a variety of forest birds. Enjoy breathtaking views, fresh mountain air, and a picnic lunch before descending and continuing to Arusha. This day perfectly blends light adventure, nature, and mountain scenery before the wildlife safari begins.

Main Destination:

Arusha (City)

Accommodation:

Mtoni River Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located in Arusha (City)

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Tarangire National Park

Begin your wildlife adventure with a drive to Tarangire National Park, famous for its ancient baobab trees and one of the largest elephant populations in East Africa. Explore diverse habitats including acacia woodlands, river valleys, and open savannah during an exciting game drive led by your expert guide. Keep your camera ready for large elephant herds, lions resting beneath trees, graceful giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, buffaloes, impalas, warthogs, and more than 500 bird species. Enjoy a picnic lunch surrounded by nature before continuing to the cool highlands of Karatu. Tarangire's uncrowded atmosphere provides a more intimate and authentic safari experience.

Main Destination:

Tarangire National Park

Best Time To Visit July to November (Animals come to the Tarangire River)

High Season June to October (The park is full of visitors)

Best Weather June to October (Little rainfall)

Wildlife in Tarangire NP

ElephantAbundant

GiraffeCommon

LionCommon

BuffaloAbundant

ZebraAbundant

WildebeestAbundant

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HippoCommon

HyenaOccasional

LeopardRare

CheetahRare

Wild DogVery Rare

White RhinoNone

Black RhinoNone

Accommodation:

Eileen's Trees Inn

• Mid-range lodge located 1-2hr drive from Tarangire NP

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Central Serengeti National Park

Today journey through the breathtaking Ngorongoro Conservation Area before entering the world-famous Serengeti National Park. The drive itself is an unforgettable experience as landscapes transform from lush highlands to endless golden plains. Upon arrival, begin your first game drive in one of Africa's greatest wildlife destinations. Depending on the season, you may spot lions, cheetahs, elephants, giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, hyenas, leopards, and countless antelope species. Your knowledgeable guide will interpret animal behavior, ecology, and conservation while maximizing wildlife viewing opportunities. End the day at a luxury tented camp where you'll experience the magic of sleeping in the heart of the Serengeti wilderness.

Main Destination:

Central Serengeti National Park

Best Time To Visit January to February and June to October (Different areas are best at different times)

High Season July to March (The Seronera area is crowded)

Best Weather June to October (Little to no rainfall)

Wildlife in Serengeti NP

ElephantCommon

LionCommon

CheetahCommon

BuffaloAbundant

ZebraAbundant

WildebeestAbundant

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GiraffeCommon

HippoCommon

HyenaCommon

LeopardOccasional

Black RhinoVery Rare

Wild DogVery Rare

White RhinoNone

Accommodation:

Mbuni Serengeti Camp

• Luxury tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Full day serengeti national Park

Spend a full day exploring the endless plains of Serengeti with the flexibility of a private safari. Early morning game drives offer excellent opportunities to witness predators such as lions, cheetahs, and leopards while they are most active. Visit scenic river systems, hippo pools, and vast grasslands where elephants, giraffes, buffaloes, zebras, wildebeests, gazelles, and numerous bird species thrive. Depending on the season, you may also witness the Great Migration. Your guide will tailor the day's route according to recent wildlife movements, ensuring exceptional game viewing and photography opportunities. Enjoy a picnic lunch in the bush before returning to camp for a relaxing evening under the African sky.

Main Destination:

Central Serengeti National Park

Accommodation:

Mbuni Serengeti Camp

• Luxury tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP

Meals & Drinks:

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

Serengeti – Ngorongoro Crater– Arusha

Enjoy a final morning game drive in Serengeti before traveling to the spectacular Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the world's largest intact volcanic caldera. Descend 600 meters into this natural wildlife sanctuary, home to one of Africa's highest concentrations of animals. Search for lions, elephants, buffaloes, hippos, hyenas, zebras, wildebeests, gazelles, flamingos, and, with luck, the endangered black rhino. The crater's diverse habitats including grasslands, forests, lakes, and swamps create remarkable opportunities for wildlife viewing within a relatively small area. After a picnic lunch overlooking this incredible landscape, return to Arusha with unforgettable memories of Tanzania's iconic wilderness.

Main Destination:

Ngorongoro Crater

Best Time To Visit June to October (Wildlife viewing is best)

High Season Most of the year – July to March (Expect crowds)

Best Weather June to October (Rainfall is little to none)

Wildlife in Ngorongoro Crater

Black RhinoCommon

LionCommon

BuffaloAbundant

ZebraAbundant

WildebeestAbundant

HyenaAbundant

Show more

ElephantCommon

HippoCommon

LeopardOccasional

GiraffeNone

White RhinoNone

CheetahNone

Wild DogNone

Accommodation:

Mtoni River Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located in Arusha (City)

Meals & Drinks:

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

Arusha –Airport Departure

Enjoy a leisurely morning surrounded by the peaceful atmosphere of your lodge before your transfer to Kilimanjaro International Airport. Reflect on an unforgettable journey that combined the beauty of Mount Kilimanjaro's rainforest, thrilling game drives through Tarangire, the endless plains of Serengeti, and the extraordinary wildlife of Ngorongoro Crater. From walking beneath Africa's highest mountain to witnessing elephants, big cats, giraffes, and countless other species in their natural habitat, this adventure offers the perfect balance of nature, wildlife, and authentic Tanzanian experiences before your onward flight.

Main Destination:

Arusha Airport (Arusha)

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
• Drinks not included

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