12 Days: Platinum Private Tour Guided by George Mollel.
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- 12 Days: Platinum Private Tour Guided by George Mollel.
Tanzania, Northern Circuit.
- Arusha town,
- Lake Duluti,
- Tarangire NP,
- Lake Manyara NP,
- Ndutu Area,
- Serengeti NP,
- Ngorongoro Crater, and
- Lake Eyasi.
Duration
12 Days
Tour Type
Luxury Saari.
Group Size
6 People
Languages
English.
- Overview
Here we are, on this twelve day, we have tried to pick most interesting places and put them all together in one jar and this tour will be guided by our number one guide and most amazing guide with high knowledge and top-notch experience of Tanzania National Parks and safari in general. George has been guiding for almost 15 years now and he always get a very high number of rating from all our clients who has got chance to be on safari with him. Perfect for family gateway & Romantic adventure
- Tour Highlights.
- Expert guide with knowledge of the area.
- Glide over the golden plains of Serengeti on a balloon safari
- Come face to face with the regal kings of Serengeti
- Descend down the crater for a day of game viewing with a chance to the endangered black rhino.
- Included & Excluded
- Park fees (For non-residents)
- All activities (Unless labeled as optional)
- All accommodation (Unless listed as upgrade)
- A professional driver/guide
- All transportation (Unless labeled as optional)
- Mineral water
- Roundtrip airport transfer
- Meals (As specified in the day-by-day section)
- Drinks (As specified in the day-by-day section)
- International flights (From/to home)
- Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
- Tips (Tipping guideline US$10.00 pp per day)
- Personal items (Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
- Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
- Itinerary
11Days /10 Night
Day 1: Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport.
Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport, meet our representative and drive to Arusha Villa for Dinner and overnight stay. Arusha Villa is one of the beautiful small in size accommodations in Arusha, with great service and amazing views. It is because of the privacy and peace you can find during your stay here, which makes us strongly recommend you to stay here.
- Location: Arusha Town.
- Accomodation: Arusha Villa / Rivertrees Lodge
- Meal: Dinner.
Day 2: Nature Walk & Canoeing at Lake Duluti.
After breakfast, you will drive to Lake Duluti. Nature walks around the lake are highly recommended for nature lovers. The path through the forest provides enough shade that you can do the walk even in the hottest time of the day. On a nice clear day, hikers can enjoy the views of Mount Meru. This hike can take up to 2hrs. After lunch now it will be time for canoeing. Lake Duluti offers canoeing activities that enable visitors to explore the extremely tranquil lake. This is a great way to explore the marsh areas of the lake. This canoe trip around the lake can take approximately 2-3 hours. Duluti offers magnificent and serene views of the lake and the lush forest sounding the rim of the lake. The forests are home to a great number of birds including the grey herons, fish eagles, cormorants, etc. Animals such as velvet monkeys, blue monkeys, sometimes Colobus monkeys can be spotted here. Later drive back to Arusha Villa | Rivertrees Lodge.
- Location: Lake Duluti.
- Accomodation: Arusha Villa | Rivertrees Lodge
- Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
Day 3: Arusha Town - Tarangire NP
Pick up from Arusha Villa and depart for Tarangire National Park. Your second experience of safari will be the thrilling game drive through the vastness of Tarangire National Park, arrive in good time for lunch. Afternoon game drives through the park. Dinner and overnight at Tarangire Tortilis Tented Camp | Tarangire Safari Lodge
- Location: Tarangire NP
- Accomodation: Tarangire Tortilis Camp | Tarangire Safari Lodge
- Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
Day 4: Half Day Tarangire NP - Manyara Area.
After Breakfast Enjoy Your Game Drive in Tarangire looking for the Big herds of elephants found in the Park and the amazing Landscape dotted with Baobab trees. The River attracts a mass of animals like wildebeest, zebras, Buffalos and it’s a good place to look for Big Cats trying to locate their next prey, at around 11 exits the park and head to the lake Manyara for Lunch and Overnight.
- Location: Tarangire NP
- Accomodation: Lake Manyara Serena Safari Lodge/ Kilima Moja Luxury Lodge.
- Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
Day 5: Full day Lake Manyara NP
Following breakfast transfer to Lake Manyara National Park. There is a profusion of wildlife in this small national park, and the amazing bird-watching experience will certainly be rewarding to both a devote and first-time bird watcher. It is as well among the few places on the African continent to see the tree-climbing lions. Manyara in addition prides in a large flock of beautiful pink flamingoes found near the lake. Lunch at the picnic site. Later drive to Manyara Serena Safari Lodge for dinner, then come back to the Park around 20h00 for 2 hrs night game drive at this amazing park. Your drive starts around 20:00 from where you head into the thick ground-water forest of Lake Manyara. From the forest, you head down towards the lake following the Simba River to the hippo pools. You will return back to the forest and finally be back at the park gate around 22:30 before we take you to the hotel. This night safari will give you an entirely different perspective of the park and wildlife.
- Location: Lake Manyara NP
- Accomodation: Lake Manyara Serena safari lodge | Kilima Moja Luxury Lodge.
- Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
Day 6: Gibbs's Farm Visit.
After breakfast, check out and today will be a day to Explore Karatu, to the vegetation-rich crater highlands (Gibbs Farm). Soon, the higher lands are reached and a wonderful view of the Maasai Plains and the Lake Manyara opens up before you. Photo stops will be taken and you will be able to enjoy the spectacular views. You then continue with your visit to an organic farm and see a lot on how several vegetables are planted here and coffee plantation, they also have pigs around, and if you will still need to check on how they take good care of them, this will be your day to enjoy all this. Lunch at this amazing place, never to miss (we dare to say that). Later you can proceed with shopping in this small town before driving to Marera Valley Lodge for Dinner and overnight.
- Location: Karatu Region.
- Accomodation: Marera Valley Lodge | Farm of Dreams Lodge
- Meal: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner.
Day 7: Karatu - Ndutu Plains.
Today after breakfast, depart to Ndutu for an afternoon game drive start around Ndutu lake and lake Masek looking for big cat’s probably in the hunting of prey, expect to see wildebeest, zebras, Impalas, lions, cheetahs, and much more wildlife later back to the lodge for lunch and afternoon rest, when the sun is cool go again for evening game drive on ndutu plains for a sundowner before you back to the lodge for dinner and overnight at Ndutu Safari Lodge.
- Note: The migration is in this area during the months of December-April, while the calving season starts from mid-February.
- Location: Southern Serengeti National Park
- Accomodation: Ndutu safari lodge | Ndutu Tingitana Camp
- Meal: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner.
Day 8: Ndutu Area - Central Serengeti NP.
After breakfast, another short game drives again in Ndutu, then game en route to Central Serengeti, proceed to explore the Central part, also known as the Seronera. We descend into the heart of wild Africa – the Serengeti National Park – with its endless plains, rolling into the distance as far as the eye can see. We head to the Seronera area, one of the richest wildlife habitats in the park, featuring the Seronera River, which provides a valuable water source to this area and therefore attracts wildlife well representative of most of the Serengeti’s species.
We arrive in time for lunch and enjoy an afternoon game drive in the Serengeti national park.
- Location: Central Serengeti National Park
- Accomodation: Serengeti Tingitana Tented Camps | Serengeti Tortilis Tented Camps
- Meal: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner.
Day 9: Full-day Serengeti NP.
After early breakfast this morning, depart the Camp at 06:30 am, ready for a full day game drive, enjoy an amazing game drive. The great diversity of Serengeti wildlife is evident here—look for buffalo, hippopotamus, elephant, giraffe, antelope, Thompson’s and grant’s gazelle, and lions. If you are there during the spectacular wildebeest migration, you will be more than astonished. In the late afternoon, we venture out in another game drive. Everywhere there are animals, monkeys, and, yes, birds, but look closely and you will be thrilled to see the huge jungle cats—lion, leopard, and cheetah—watching the world go by. Nothing is quite so essentially ‘Safari’ as the traditional ‘bush dinner’. Typically, our bush dinner takes place at a scenic location on the plains. Our guests will find that a table and chairs have already been set up. Begin with sundowners, the selection of meat, fish, and poultry will be supplemented by vegetarian choices, salads, fruit, and desserts from the main camp.
- Location: Central Serengeti National Park
- Accomodation: Serengeti Tingitana Tented Camps | Serengeti Tortilis Tented Camps
- Meal: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner.
Day 10: Central Serengeti & Hot Air Balloon - Ngorongoro
Today you will start with Hot Air Balloon Ride, your guide will take you to the starting point, and upon arrival at the launch site, you will meet your pilot who will demonstrate all necessary safety information including the boarding and sitting positions for takeoff and landing. Coffee, tea, and biscuits will be served pre-flight. Photos are welcomed, Plane take-off is at dawn – 6 am. The flight depends mostly on the weather and the wind, thus varies from day to day, but generally, it is an hour’s flight, get a chance to have a view of this Endless plains from above, Once you land, you will be met by the ground team who will escort you to your breakfast area where you will commemorate this special event in the world’s natural wonder with a hearty breakfast amidst the wild ambiance. You will then meet with your guide and you will have a short morning drive in the outer part of central Serengeti trying to look for more cats and hunting predators before crossing to the Ngorongoro.
- Location: Ngorongoro Conservation Area.
- Accomodation: Ngorongoro Tortolis Camp | Angata Tented Camps
- Meal: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner.
Day 11: Ngorongoro Crater - Lake Eyasi.
After early breakfast around 05:50 am, descend down crater at 06 am for 6-7hrs game drive, with picnic lunch. We venture onto the crater floor for an up-close at the residents of this World Heritage Site and enjoy a picnic lunch here. The Ngorongoro Crater provides great game-viewing all year-round. The wildlife here makes up a permanent population because grazing and water supplies are plentiful throughout the seasons. Afternoon drive to Eyasi for Dinner and overnight at Lake Eyasi Safari Lodge.
- Location: Lake Eyasi
- Accomodation: Eyasi Safari lodge | kisima ngeda Tented Camp
- Meal: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner.
Day 12: Hadzabe, Datoga & Blacksmith Experience - Arusha.
After breakfast, a true African experience awaits. You will visit the Hadzabe, an ethnic minority and one of Tanzania’s last hunter-gatherer tribes. They have managed to maintain their traditional lifestyle until this day in this dry and mostly barren area. Thereafter you will pay a visit to the pastoral nomads and herdsmen, known as the Datoga tribe. The experience is completed with a stop at the blacksmiths where you will witness craftsmen in rather rudimentary working conditions. After this interactive cultural experience you will then drive back to Arusha and we will drop you at Kilimanjaro International Airport for your departure flight, or Arusha at the Hotel of your stay.
- Location: Lake Eyasi
- Accomodation: No Accomodation.
- Meal: Breakfast andLunch.
- Accomodation.
Day1-2: Arusha Villa
Arusha Villa
Location
Located in Usa River, 13 miles from Ngurdoto Crater.
Accommodation
Arusha Villa offers a relaxing and beautiful environment in the centre of a coffee plantation. The rooms are spacious, and guests can sit around the terraces and walk the gardens. The view over the green and lush valley is stunning. This is also the view from the swimming pool and often you will see the monkeys play around in the nearby trees. Breakfast is included and served in the restaurant. We also offer lunch and dinner, and a lunchbox when you go on safari after your stay with us. Our garden view rooms offer a quiet and relaxing atmosphere in the midst of the coffee plants. You will be surprised by the number of birds that you can find here.
Facilities & Services
- Free internet
- Wifi
- Pool
- Free breakfast
- Airport transportation
- Non-smoking hotel
- Laundry service
- Hot tub
- Bar / lounge
- Restaurant
Day1-2: Rivertrees Lodge
Rivertrees Country Inn
Lodge
Location
Set in the foothills of Mt Meru, conveniently close to Kilimanjaro International Airport and a short drive to Arusha, its location proffers a wealth of natural wonders to explore.
Accommodation
The property has a swimming pool and a restaurant. There are BBQ facilities and free WiFi access is available throughout. Guests can enjoy activities such as hiking and cycling. Each bed has a mosquito net over it, and the guest rooms all have a private entrance and work desk. The private bathroom is fitted with a bath or shower, and comes with free toiletries and bathrobes. You can enjoy garden view from the room. Other facilities offered at the property include meeting facilities, a shared lounge and a games room. The property offers free parking.Rivertrees is 29 km from Arusha Airport, while Kilimanjaro International Airport is 30 km away.Mount Kilimanjaro National Park is 70 km away.
Facilities & Services
- Free parking
- Free internet
- Pool
- Free breakfast
- Badminton
- Bicycle rental
- Highchairs available
- Airport transportation
- Wifi
- Outdoor pool
- Bar / lounge
- Restaurant
- Breakfast buffet
- Canoeing offsite
- Darts
- Walking tours
- Massage
- Baggage storage
- Concierge
- Gift shop
- Mosquito net
- 24-hour check-in
- 24-hour front desk
- Laundry service
Day 3: Tarangire Tortilis Camp
Tarangire Tortilis Tented
Camp
Location
Located 120 km from Arusha, Tarangire Tortilis Camp is the perfect place for an introduction to the riches of Northern Tanzania.
Accommodation
This spacious camp, built in-between a line of 4 magnificent Baobab trees looks onto a vast expanse of wetlands. Elephants appear as ships sailing through the long grass watched from the warmth of our fire pit area while you enjoy a drink and watch the sunset.
Facilities & Services
- Free parking
- Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
- Wifi
- Free breakfast
- Bar / lounge
- Restaurant
- Outdoor fireplace
- Laundry service
Day 3: Tarangire Safari Lodge.
Tarangire Safari
Lodge
Location
Built on top of a high bluff with a breathtaking panorama, our lodge is superbly located in Tarangire National Park, providing one of the best views in Africa.
Accommodation
The lodge is at Tarangire River, a favourite watering place, which attracts impressive numbers and a variety of game. The scene unfolds before you while lounging on the outdoor terrace, allowing you to appreciate Tarangire diverse wildlife. At the heart of the lodge are the impressively high thatched roofs of the lounge and dining room. The open-sided design allows an uninterrupted view of the landscape and wildlife below, and captures the cooling breeze while you dine on our delicious home cooked safari cuisine. The lounge area has oversized armchairs made from old dhow boats ~ a perfect place to relax. Those wanting something a bit more active can take a dip in the pool, a bird walk around the lodge grounds or hunt for souvenirs in the Baobab boutique. Our twin tents combine the authentic safari atmosphere of ‘nights under canvas’, with more modern comforts of electric light and en suite bathrooms with solar hot water. We also have bungalows that provide the space and convenience of solid walls yet blend into their surroundings by using local stone and echoing the traditional round Maasai huts.
Facilities & Services
- Free parking
- Free internet
- Public wifi
- Pool
- Bar / lounge
- Gift shop
- Non-smoking hotel
- Laundry service
- Outdoor pool
- Restaurant
- Breakfast available
- Breakfast buffet
- Outdoor furniture
- Sun terrace
Day 4-5: Lake Manyara Serena Safari Lodge
Lake Manyara Serena
Lodge
Location
Tanzania’s towering Mto wa Mbu escarpment provides a remarkable backdrop for a one-of-a-kind visit. Lake Manyara Serena Safari Lodge welcomes you with a peaceful location amidst the rich wildlife and unsurpassed tranquility of Lake Manyara National Park. The lake is home to over 300 migratory birds including flamingoes, long-crested eagles and grey-headed kingfisher; our lodge is designed to mimic this extraordinary birdlife, with an architectural motif featuring swooping avian curves and vibrantly coloured wall frescoes depicting the intricacy of bird migratory patterns.
Accommodation
Lake Manyara Serena Safari lodge, you’ll find everything you need to relax, rejuvenate and discover the singular beauty of the region. Housed in circular two-storey “rondavels”, our accommodation pays homage to tradition, while also offering contemporary perks. Flamingo Restaurant, our central dining room, serves delicious cuisine and includes a veranda with picturesque views; we would be pleased to arrange a meal in the bush for you as well. Take part in an enchanting game drive or outdoor excursion, tour one of the neighbouring villages or simply lounge by the lodge’s “vanishing horizon” pool. Those hosting their wedding or group event with us can benefit from our modern facilities and gorgeous location, not to mention the careful attention of our planning staff. And with a range of family-friendly activities, our lodge is a delightful destination for visitors of all ages. The holiday of a lifetime awaits you at Lake Manyara Serena Safari Lodge.
Facilities & Services
- A selection of ensuite rooms and suites
- Central dining room and bar
- Outside dining terrace
- Poolside bar
- Safari game drives daily
- Swimming pool and pool deck
- Bush dinner site within the grounds
- Tented conference room
- Wedding planning and honeymoon venue
- Gift shop, business centre, Wi-Fi
- Satellite TV available at the lounge
Day 4-5: Kilima Moja Luxury Lodge
Kilimamoja Luxury
Lodge
Location
Nestled on the rim of the great African Rift Valley with stunning views over Lake Manyara, Mount Meru and on a clear day, Mount Kilimanjaro. The lodge is set on pristine lush green gardens and local vegetation with over 130 species of birds.
Accommodation
All 50 suites and 2 bedroom luxury villas have panoramic views of the surrounding area. All rooms are tastefully decorated with all the amenities one would expect in a 5 star lodge, inclusive of inside and outside shower, bath, air conditioning, fire places, Wi-Fi, mini bar, safe and private balcony
Facilities & Services
- Free parking
- Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
- Pool
- Fitness Center with Gym / Workout Room
- Free breakfast
- Children Activities (Kid / Family Friendly)
- Airport transportation
- Conference facilities
- Wifi
- Hot tub
- Infinity pool
- Pool with view
- Outdoor pool
- Bar / lounge
- Restaurant
- Breakfast buffet
- Special diet menus
- Banquet room
- Meeting rooms
- Concierge
- Non-smoking hotel
- Butler service
- Private check-in / check-out
- Dry cleaning
- Laundry service
Day 6: Marera Valley Lodge.
Marera Valley Lodge
Location
Located close to the main road to Ngorongoro and Serengeti between Rhotia village and Karatu town, Marera Valley Lodge boasts a lovely country setting with beautiful landscaping.
Accommodation
Guest accommodation is provided in 14 cottages each with 2 large airy rooms, all with bathroom en suite, a fire place, private deck, and furnished with big beds with mosquito netting, a working desk, and a chair.
Facilities & Services
- The main building houses the reception,
- lounge
- bar
- dining area.
- swimming pool
- gift shop
- Free WiFi
Day 6: Farm of Dreams Lodge.
Farm of Dreams
Lodge
Location
The Lodge is located in the tourist town of Karatu on the Western south Slopes of Ngorongoro Crater at the 1,400 feet above sea level; the Lodge sits in a garden of flowers and vegetables. The property offers spectacular sweeping views of the hills and close distant to the Ngorongoro Crater, Lake Eyasi, Lake Manyara and Tarangire National Park.
Accommodation
Farm of Dreams Lodge has 48 independent cottages with private balconies and en-suite bathrooms.
Each room is designed to give guests an unfiltered view of the lodge’s magnificent gardens. Additionally, the beds are adorned with soft, fine linen, while the bathrooms are stocked with fluffy and absorbent white towels, adding a romantic feeling of charm and intimacy to their vigilant decor.
All bedrooms also have mosquito netting and fans. For guests who have young children but are seeking some privacy, the Farm of Dreams lodge has 8 spacious interconnected rooms particularly designed for families and large groups travelling together.
Facilities & Services
- Free parking
- Free internet
- Pool
- Free breakfast
- Children Activities (Kid / Family Friendly)
- Meeting rooms
- Concierge
- Mosquito net
- Wifi
- Outdoor pool
- Bar / lounge
- Restaurant
- Breakfast buffet
- Laundry service
Day 7: Ndutu safari lodge.
Ndutu Safari
Lodge
Location
Ndutu Safari lodge is located in the Ngorongoro Conservation Area on the edge of the Southern Serengeti plains filled with acacia trees and wide views across Lake Ndutu. Our Lodge comprises thirty four comfortable stone and thatch en-suite cottages beside a relaxed convivial dining, sitting and bar area all overlooking the ever-changing view of Lake Ndutu.
Accommodation
Ndutu Safari Lodge, shaded by majestic acacia trees, is situated in the south-eastern part of the Serengeti. The Lodge has thirty four cottages, all built with local materials, with individual verandahs facing Lake Ndutu. Tucked away from the madding crowd, Ndutu offers peace and tranquility. Stay close to the lodge and enjoy our resident wildlife or go for a drive to explore the surrounding plains or marsh area’s. After sunset return to the lodge and sit by the fire and swap stories of your day with other guests or just stare into the fire and listen to the sounds of the bush.
Facilities & Services
- Free parking
- Free internet
- Public wifi
- Bar / lounge
- Restaurant
- Mosquito net
- Non-smoking hotel
- Laundry service
- Breakfast available
- Breakfast buffet
- Kids’ meals
Day 7: Ndutu Tingitana Camp.
Ndutu Tingitana Tented
Camp
Location
Located southern of Serengeti inside the Ngorongoro Conservation area, Ndutu Tingitana provides exceptional views on the forested landscapes which welcome the Great Migration every year
Accommodation
Ndutu Tingitana has 10 mobile canvas tents with private verandas which offer the amenities and comfort of a real lodge. King-size bed, en-suite bathroom, hot-running water (on-demand) and wooden floors, relax and enjoy after a long day of game-drive.
Facilities & Services
- Free parking
- Free internet
- Internet
- Bar / lounge
- Restaurant
Day 8-9:Serengeti Central Tingitana Tented Camps
Serengeti Centre Tingitana
Tented Camp
Location
Located at the center of the 7th Wonder of the World, Seronera Tingitana offers never-ending views of the savannah plains and an all-year round chance to observe the Big Five!
Accommodation
Tingitana tented camp is a mobile campsite or ‘migration camp’, that is strategically placed and follows the great migration. It is located close to the Mara river in Northern serengeti, so you’ll be right there when the action goes down! A great place if you’re interesting in following the great migration. Tingitana consists of 10 – 15 exclusive and comfortable tents.
Facilities & Services
- Free parking
- Free internet
- Internet
- Bar / lounge
- Restaurant
Day 8-9: Serengeti Tortilis Tented Camps.
Serengeti Tortilis Tented Camp
(Central)
Location
Serengeti Tortilis Tented Camp is a collection of unique and luxury tented camps located in northern Tanzania, at the Famous Serengeti National Park.
Accommodation
Named after the distinctive Tortilis tree of the Serengeti, our tented camp combines comfort with the sense of wilderness, the sense of freedom, the sense of being ‘right there’, as you relax after the excitement of the day. We make your safari-camp experience truly unforgettable. Set in the heart of nature, our camp is designed to look after you while you tune in to the very heartbeat of Africa.
Facilities & Services
- Free parking
- Free internet
- Internet
- Free breakfast
- Mosquito net
- Non-smoking hotel
- Private check-in / check-out
- Laundry service
Day 10: Ngorongoro Tortolis Camp
Ngorongoro Tortilis
Tented Camp
Location
Ngorongoro Tortilis Lodge is ideally located on the edge of the Ngorongoro crater rim.
Accommodation
Ngorongoro Tortilis Camp is a comfort tented camp with comfortable rooms with private ensuite facility and located inside the ngorongoro conservation area. The views from this camp is excellent with 24 hours electricity using solar power.
Facilities & Services
- Free parking
- Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
- Wifi
- Free breakfast
- Bar / lounge
- Restaurant
- Outdoor fireplace
- Laundry service
Day 10: Ang'ata Tented Camps.
Ngorongoro Ang'ata
Tented Camp
Location
The camp is set on the Eastern side of the Ngorongoro Crater’s rim close to the Crater lodge. Just inside the park boundaries our location permits early game drives down to the crater leaving you almost alone to discover this World Heritage Site.
Accommodation
The camp consist of 8 Guest Tents including a 2 tent Family unit, a lounge and a dining tent. Each guest tent has an en-suite bathroom with shower, vanity desk and flush toilets. Depending on request a King Size bed or 2 Twin beds or triples are available. The lounge is the place to meet other travellers and share your day’s Safari stories while enjoying a complementary cup of Tanzanian Coffee or Tea. Breakfasts, lunches and dinners are served in the dining tent, freshly prepared by our Chefs on a daily basis. Bush TV (local name for campfire) is lit when the weather permits.
Facilities & Services
- Free breakfast
- Bar / lounge
- Restaurant
Day 11: Eyasi Safari lodge
Rates as Per Person Sharing
OVERVIEW
Starts in Arusha, when you arrive on day 1 at your lodge. The climb begins at the remote, northern side of Kilimanjaro, near the Kenyan border. We hike through a true wilderness area towards the jagged Mawenzi Peak, then cross a barren desert saddle, before climbing up Kibo’s eastern crater wall. The Rongai route is a more gradual ascent and is therefore preferred by those with little or no backpacking experience. However, it is equally enjoyable for even the most hardened trekkers. With only six days on the mountain and only 4.5 days before the summit climb, there is little time for altitude acclimatization. This route ascends quickly and steady. It is recommended for climbers who lack the time to spend more days on the mountain.Our trips begin and end at Kilimanjaro/Arusha Airport.
INCLUDED
- Porterage
- Rescue fee
- Park fees (For non-residents)
- All activities (Unless labeled as optional)
- All accommodation (Unless listed as upgrade)
- Camping equipment
- A professional driver/guide
- All transportation (Unless labeled as optional)
- All Taxes/VAT
- Roundtrip airport transfer
- Meals (As specified in the day-by-day section)
- Drinks (As specified in the day-by-day section)
EXCLUDED
- Climbing gear
- International flights (From/to home)
- Sleeping bag
- Bath towels
- Tips (Tipping guideline US$10.00 pp per day)
- Personal items (Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
- Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
- Some meals (As specified in the day-by-day section)
Day 1: Arrival
Pick up from Kilimanjaro International Airport, meet our representative and drive to Arusha for an overnight stay at Kibo Palace Hotel. Is today where we will find time to gather together for briefing and your guide will check your equipment if you have enough. He will advise you accordingly if there is something extra you may need to have and how to get it. In-case you forgot something we have a store of which you can rent at reasonable price.
Main Destination
Arusha
Meal Plan
Dinner
Accommodation
Kibo Palace Hotel
Day 2: Arusha – Nalemuru Gate – Simba Camp
We take a ride to Marangu to complete the necessary registration formalities, before transferring to Rongai. The climb begins from Nale Moru (6,400 ft) on a small path that winds through fields of maize and potatoes before entering a pine forest. The track then starts to climb consistently, but gently through an attractive forest that shelters a variety of wildlife, including the Colobus monkey. These monkeys are black with a long ‘cape’ of white hair and a flowing white tail. The forest begins to thin out at the edge of the moorland zone. Then, we take in the expansive views over the Kenyan plains as we arrive at our first campsite at Rongai One Camp (8,500 ft).
Main Destination
Mount Kilimanjaro
Meal Plan
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation
Simba Camp
Day 3: Simba Camp - Kikelelwa Camp
The morning walk is a steady ascent up to the Second Cave(11,300 ft) with superb views of Kibo and the Eastern Icefields on the crater rim. After lunch, we leave the main trail and strike out and head southeast across the moorland on a smaller path towards the jagged peaks of Mawenzi. Our campsite is in a sheltered valley, decorated with giant senecios near Kikelewa Caves (11,800 ft).
Main Destination
Mount Kilimanjaro
Meal Plan
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation
Kikelelwa Camp
Day 4: Kikelelwa Camp - Mawenzi Tarn Camp
A short but steep climb is rewarded by superb all-around views and a tangible sense of wilderness. We leave vegetation behind shortly before reaching the next camp at Mawenzi Tarn(14,200 ft), spectacularly situated in a cirque directly beneath the towering spires of Mawenzi. The afternoon will be free to rest or explore the surrounding area as an aid to acclimatization.
Main Destination
Mount Kilimanjaro
Meal Plan
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation
Mawenzi Tarn Camp
Day 5: Mawenzi Tarn Camp - Kibo Camp
We cross the lunar desert of the saddle between Mawenzi and Kibo to reach Kibo Hut (15,400 ft) at the bottom of the crater wall. The remainder of the day is spent resting in preparation for an early morning final ascent.
Main Destination
Mount Kilimanjaro
Meal Plan
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation
Kibo Camp
Day 6: Kibo Camp - Summit - Horombo Camp
At 1 am, you will start the final and most demanding part of the climb by headlamp. You’ll plod very slowly in the darkness on a switchback trail through loose volcanic scree to reach the crater rim at Gillman’s Point (18,600 ft). We will stop here for a short time to enjoy the spectacular sunrise over Mawenzi. Those who are still feeling strong can make the three-hour round trip to Uhuru Peak (19,345 ft). Along the way, you’ll pass close to the spectacular glaciers and ice cliffs that still occupy most of the summit area. The descent to Kibo Hut (15,400 ft) is surprisingly fast. After some refreshments, we will continue the descent to Horombo Huts (12,200 ft).
Main Destination
Mount Kilimanjaro
Meal Plan
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation
Kibo Hut
Day 7: Horombo Camp - Marangu Gate - Arusha
A steady descent takes us down through moorland to Mandara Huts (8,900 ft). We then continue descending through a lovely lush forest on a good path to the Kilimanjaro National Park gate at Marangu (6,000 ft), where we are transferred back to your lodge in Arusha.
Main Destination
Mount Kilimanjaro
Meal Plan
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation
Kibo Palace Hotel
Day 11: kisima ngeda Tented Camp
Kisima Ngeda Tented
Camp
Location
Kisima Ngeda Tented Camp is a small safari camp perched on the edge of the lovely Lake Eyasi in the heart of the Great Rift Valley.
Accommodation
The camp itself is situated on the shore of the lake, amongst acacia and date palm vegetation and is part of a 200 acre family-owned farm. There are seven tents here, situated on wooden platforms and with thatched roofs. They are proper walk-in tents, with en suite bathrooms with showers, and whilst simple in their design, they are perfectly comfortable.
Facilities & Services
- Free parking
- Free internet
- Internet
- Pool
- Outdoor pool
- Free breakfast
- Bar / lounge
- Laundry service
- Restaurant
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Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
From
$ 3,150
Children Under 5 Years Old are Free. Children 6 - 14 Years o age are 75% of the adult Price.
Children Under 5 Years Old are Free. Children 6 - 14 Years o age are 75% of the adult Price.
