12 days Tanzania walking safari with cultural activities
PRICE: from $3 291 p/person sharing
This itinerary is designed for active guests who prefer not sitting in the car for long periods of time. This safari is a mixture of game drives, a Kilimanjaro short hike, village cultural tours and bush walks where you will be protected by your trusty armed ranger in Arusha National park, Tarangire National Park and Ngorongoro Crater rim.
Upon your arrival at Kilimanjaro Airport, you will be met by one of our representatives. All of our guides are local Tanzanians and, with over 10 years of experience, they know this country and its secrets well. After a meet-and-greet you will be transferred to your hotel for your overnight stay.
Accommodation: African View Lodge
Meals: Bed & breakfast
Drinks not included
DAY 2: ARUSHA TO MT KILIMANJARO
After an early breakfast drive to Marangu gate for the hiking tour of Kilimanjaro. The Marangu route is the coolest route on Mount Kilimanjaro. Its elevation curve is very slow and steady, allowing for effortless hiking for most of the way. However, due to its status as a cool route, Marangu Route is often selected by unprepared, novice climbers. The hiking will take you from Marangu gate to Mandara Hut,1970m – 2770m.The trekking time today will be 5 hrs and you will overnight at the Mandara hut which is the first camp. Transit time 3 hrs.
Accommodation: Mandara Hut
Meals: All meals included
DAY 3: MT KILIMANJARO TO ARUSHA
After an early breakfast you will hike for 2 hrs up to Maundi Crater for a spectacular Mount Kilimanjaro view before descending back to the Marangu gate. This should take you around 7 hrs. Upon arrival at the gate you will be picked up by your driver and transferred to the lodge for your overnight in Arusha. Transit time 3 hrs.
Accommodation: African View Lodge
Meals: All meals included
Drinks not included
DAY 4: ARUSHA NATIONAL PARK
After breakfast drive to Arusha National Park where you will enjoy a 2 hour walking safari with an armed ranger. Exploring the part on foot is always something special. Later on, continue with the game drive before heading back to the lodge for an afternoon at leisure.
Accommodation: African View Lodge
Meals: All meals included
Drinking water 1.5 litres (other drinks not included)
DAY 5: ARUSHA CULTURAL TOUR AND CHILDREN’S HOME
After the breakfast at your hotel, drive to a local children’s home for a donation visit, followed by a coffee farm tour and a Ng’iresi village walk. Ng’iresi village is situated 7km from Arusha on the steep green slopes of Mount Meru. The inhabitants of the village are all farmers of the Wa-arusha tribe. The Wa-arusha are related to the Maasai, but have gradually shifted from pastoralism to agriculture. Some Wa-arusha are still living in traditional bomas, others build stone houses. Some still depend on their cattle whilst others have cultivated large plots. The village shows the transition from traditional into modern African life.
Accommodation: African View Lodge
Meals: All meals included
Drinking water 1.5 litres (other drinks not included)
DAY 6: ARUSHA TO TARANGIRE NATIONAL PARK
After breakfast at your lodge, your driver guide will pick you up and head to Tarangire National Park. Despite the relative secrecy of Tarangire, during the dry season it is part of the migratory movement, and is second only to Ngorongoro Crater in concentration of wildlife. On your arrival at the main gate, you’ll embark on a 2 hr bush walk in the park, guided by an armed ranger. Exploring the park on foot is always something special. Later on, proceed with your game drive. There are more than 500 species of birds in Tarangire National Park. Thousands of parched animals flock to the watering holes and thousands more make their long way to the permanent water of the Tarangire River. Overnight at Osupuko Tented lodge located outside Tarangire National Park.
Accommodation: Osupuko Tented lodge
Meals: All meals included
Drinking water 1.5 litres (other drinks not included)
DAY 7: TARANGIRE TO LAKE MANYARA
After breakfast drive to Lake Manyara National Park which is said to have been Hemingways favourite park in Africa. Lake Manyara National Park is a classic Tanzanian destination, from its groundwater forest and elusive tree-climbing lions, to hippos cooling off in the water with flamingos frolicking on the shoreline. Its sights and sounds are unforgettable. On arrival you will embark on a 2 hr bush walk in the park, guided by an armed ranger. Late afternoon game drive to Karatu for overnight.
Accommodation: Bougainvillea Tented Lodge
Meals: All meals included
Drinking water 1.5 litres (other drinks not included)
DAY 8 – 10: KARATU TO CENTRAL SERENGETI NATIONAL PARK
After breakfast drive to central Serengeti, home of great migration and the big cats. Enjoy the sea of waving grass, the rocky outcrops, and the endless plains. Serengeti has it all. Overnight at Serengeti Osupuko on full board basis for three nights in central Serengeti. Transit time 3 hrs.
Accommodation: Serengeti Osupuko Tented Camp
Meals: All meals included
Drinking water 1.5 litres (other drinks not included)
DAY 11: SERENGETI NATIONAL PARK TO NGORONGORO HIGHLANDS
After breakfast head off to Ngorongoro and upon arrival you’ll enjoy a 2 hour nature walk guided by an armed ranger on the rim of the Ngorongoro crater. Later on, descend to the crater floor and continue with the game drive. Ngorongoro Crater was formed from a collapsed volcano, and is now a self-sustaining ecosystem with the densest predator population in Africa. You may be able to spot the Big 5 in a single afternoon!
Accommodation: Marera Valley Lodge
Meals: All meals included
Drinking water 1.5 litres (other drinks not included)
DAY 12: KARATU TO KILIMANJARO AIRPORT
After breakfast, depending on your international flight, you will be transferred to Kilimanjaro international airport for your flight back home. For the evening flight you can have a hot lunch in Arusha and a town tour)
No accommodation
Meals: Breakfast & Lunch
Drinking water 1.5 litres (other drinks not included)
Price includes:
- All accommodation as per the program
- Meals and activities as specified on detailed quote (extra on request)
- Park fees
- Land cruiser 4×4, with open roof, 2-way radio, fridge and a pair of binoculars
- Tourism Levy & Conservation Fees
- Transfers
- Kilimanjaro 2 days hike
- Walking safari in Arusha National Park, Tarangire and Ngorongoro crater
- Flying doctor evacuation
Price excludes:
- International flights
- Visa fees (if applicable)
- Travel Insurance
- Some meals, drinks & activities as specified on detailed quote (on request)
- Items of a personal nature e.g. telephone, laundry etc.
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Tripadvisor Reviews
The entire experience was great! Within our budget, well-planned, and most importantly, really fun and interesting. Ann and Abu were both very kind and helpful. We saw many animals of... Read more 
18 April 2023