13 days KILIMANJARO and SERENGETI
Combine Kilimanjaro & Serengeti Safari. You will spend 8 days on Mount Kilimanjaro via Lemosho route , Lemosho route is one of our preferred routes due to its low traffic, beautiful scenery and a high summit success rate. The Lemosho route starts off from the west, beginning with a long drive from Arusha to Londorossi Gate. And 4 days of wildlife safari to Lake Manyara, Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater
NOTE: The Prices Listed above are for group of 2 People but if your more than 2 people We Can Negotiate
Kilimanjaro climbing and Serengeti Safari. You will spend 8 days on Mount Kilimanjaro via Lemosho route , Lemosho route is one of our preferred routes due to its low traffic, beautiful scenery and a high summit success rate. The Lemosho route starts off from the west, beginning with a long drive from Arusha to Londorossi Gate. And 4 days of wildlife safari to Lake Manyara, Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater
NOTE: This is midrange Lodge/Tented accommodations during wildlife safari
Itinerary at a Glance
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Day 1RAINFOREST ZONEWe enter the western gate of the park at approximately 7,700 feet and climb to approximately 9,000 feet and camp overnight at Big Tree Camp in a tropical rainforest. This part of the trip will consist of a trek through lush rainforest and the possibility of interacting with a variety of wildlife.Meals: Halfboard
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Day 2HEATHER ZONEWe climb from 9,000 feet to approximately 11,520 feet and camp overnight at Shira 1 Camp in the Heather Zone. Trekkers will be travelling through the Heather and Moorland Zones, consisting of more lush vegetation.Meals: Fullboard
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Day 3MOORLAND ZONEWe climb from 11,520 feet to approximately 13,700 and camp overnight at Moir Camp in the Moorland Zone. The landscape will begin to change to smaller plants and trekkers will start to travel through a more desert-like landscape.Meals: Fullboard
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Day 4GREAT BARANCO WALLWe climb from 13,700 feet to approximately 14,940 feet at Lava Tower. We then descend down to 13,000 feet and camp at Baranco Camp. We have spectacular views of the Baranco Wall. We camp at Baranco Camp.Meals: Fullboard
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Day 5KARANGA VALLEYWe climb from 13,000 feet to approximately 13,300 feet reaching the Karanga Valley. Our hike is short today, so we have plenty of time to relax, take pictures or read. We camp overnight at Karanga Camp.Meals: Fullboard
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Day 6BARAFU CAMPWe climb from 13,300 feet to approximately 15,250 feet and camp overnight at Barafu Camp. Barafu Camp is near the peak, and as a result provides us with the perfect views to take pictures.Meals: Fullboard
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Day 7SUMMIT DAYStarting at 15,250 feet, we will climb to 19,365 feet. We wake up at 6 am and hike approximately 7 hours to Stella Point. We stop for a short lunch and then continue our climb to the summit. After spending time at the summit, we will descend to camp overnight at Crater Camp (18,500 feet).Meals: Fullboard
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Day 8MWEKA CAMPWe climb from 18,500 feet down to Mweka Camp (approximately 10,000 feet) in the Tropical Rainforest Zone.Meals: Fullboard
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Day 9MWEKA GATE & OFFICIAL CERTIFICATEAfter breakfast, we continue to climb down to Mweka Gate, at 5,400 feet, where we sign the official register, have a cold drink, and get presented our official certificate by our Head Guide. We then head to our bus, where we leave for our hotel and a well-deserved shower.Meals: Halfboard
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Day 10ARUSHA-LAKE MANYARA NATIONAL PARKYou will enjoy breakfast before you leave Arusha to continue your journey to the Lake Manyara National Park. The park with its shallow alkaline lake is known for its over 400 bird species, primate-filled forests and grassy plains. Apart from elephants, you might also spot giraffes, hippos, wildebeests and impalas while the forests near the lake are teeming with noisy groups of monkeys. After an extensive game drive, you will travel to Karatu in the Ngorongoro highlands. After your arrival, there might be time for an optional walk in the coffee plantations. You will spend the night at Green Hill lodge karatu.Breakfast; Lunch; DinnerMeals: Fullboard
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Day 11NGORONGORO CRATER-SERENGETI NATIONAL PARKYou will have breakfast at dawn before the 4×4 safari vehicle takes you to the crater rim from where you descend into the crater on an adventurous and steep trail. Down here in the crater you have the possibility of seeing all the animals that can be found in the East African savannah including the Big Five – lion, elephant, buffalo, rhino and leopard. The Ngorongoro Crater is also one of the best places to see the magnificent but almost extinct black rhino. After an extensive game drive, you will exit the crater in the early afternoon. The journey then continues to the plains of the Serengeti National Park – the most famous park in Tanzania and where the biggest animal migration in the world takes place. Hundred thousands of wildebeests and zebras cross the border from the Serengeti to the Masai Mara in Kenya in search of fresh grass and water, with hungry predators following close behind. You will spend the night at Thorn Tree Tented Camp in the central Serengeti.Breakfast; Lunch; DinnerMeals: FullboardAccommodation: Thorn Tree Camp Serengeti
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Day 12FULL DAY IN SERENGETI NATIONAL PARKAfter breakfast, full day game drive in Serengeti National Park (with picnic lunch). Here can be found the largest concentration of plain animals - 4 million; and 500 species of birds. Your chance to see predators chasing their prey and enjoying their kill.Meals: FullboardAccommodation: Thorn Tree Camp Serengeti
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Day 13SERENGETI NATIONAL PARK-ARUSHAEarly morning game drive can be done and after breakfast you will check out and drive back to Arusha through Ngorongoro conservation Area where will end our services or transfer to Airport.Meals: Fullboard
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HOW TO PREPARE FOR YOUR SAFARI
Preparing for East Africa safari can be a daunting prospect at first glance.
Figuring out when to visit, which parks to include, where to stay, and how long to spend in each location can be a stressful task, but we’re here to help!
PASSPORTS AND VISAS
It is first aspects for Preparation of safaris. All travelers will need a current passport with an expiration date of at least six months from the time of entry into Tanzania. Tanzania tourist visas can be purchased in advance through the nearest Tanzanian embassy, or upon arrival at the airport or border crossing.
VACCINATIONS
Proper health preparations for the trip are your responsibility. You may be able to get your vaccinations from your own physician, but a travels clinic will be more familiar with the necessary vaccines and can also provide other helpful information. Be sure to also discuss malaria prevention with the travel clinic.
TRAVEL AND MEDICAL INSURANCE
East Africa Choice Safaris does not provide insurance for travelers. Speak with your travel agent or airline about options for travel insurance to cover personal accident, medical expenses and medical evacuation, repatriation, trip cancellation and loss of personal effects.
CLOTHING
The weather may vary considerably throughout your trip, or even throughout the day, so plan on clothing that can be layered if it’s cool, or removed if it’s warm. Choose separates that can be mixed and matched, and avoid fabrics that require special care. Neutral colors are good for safari; avoid black and blue clothing as tsetse flies are attracted to those colors. Accessorize with modest jewelry. To respect cultural norms, avoid sleeveless blouses and short shorts or skirts.
Depending on your itinerary, consider a pair of sturdy closed-toe shoes in case of mud or rough terrain. Sandals will be appropriate for safari. Most days will be sunny, so bring appropriate sun protection: hat (wide-brim is best to protect the neck and ears), sunscreen, sunglasses.
MONEY ON SAFARI IN EAST AFRICA.
While all of our Friends of Africa Family Safaris itineraries cover the important things such as accommodation, meals, park entry fees, and game drives – there are always additional costs that might pop up.
Things such as alcoholic beverages, souvenirs, snacks, laundry, and tips for your driver are examples of a few additional costs that might arise during your safari.
Tanzania uses the US Dollar for tourism. We recommend budgeting around $30 – $50 USD per day for incidental expenses and tips.
TIPPING IN EAST AFRICA
Tipping is customary.
We recommend tipping $20 USD per day to your safari driver (per group, not per person), $10 – $15 USD per day to your safari cook (when camping), $20 USD per day to your Kilimanjaro climbing guide, and $10 – $15 USD per day to your Kilimanjaro climbing porters.
You can pay this all at once at the conclusion of your safari or Kilimanjaro climb.
WHAT TO PACK FOR YOUR SAFARI:
Packing for your first safari can be a bit daunting. What do you bring? What don’t you need? Below you’ll find our recommended list of things to bring along with you when you’re on safari.
- A backpack;
- Comfortable clothing for daily wear;
- A warm sweater or light fleece;
- A windbreaker or waterproof jacket;
- Walking shoes or boots;
- A dress shirt and trousers or dress for wearing to dinner;
- Sunglasses;
- Hat;
- Sunscreen and lip balm;
- Insect repellent;
- Camera and charger;
- Binoculars;
- A flashlight or headlamp;
- Guide books;
- Phone and charger.
You may also wish to bring your own first aid kit. While all of our Friends of Africa Family Safaris vehicles have their own on board first aid kit, it never hurts to be prepared.
- Anti-malarial medication;
- Painkillers;
- Antihistamines for allergies and insect bites;
- Cold and flu medication;
- Anti-Diarrheal medication;
- Medicines for rehydration after diarrhea or sunstroke;
- Sunscreen and lip balm;
- Eye drops;
- Moisturiser for treating sunburn;
- Antiseptic lotion;
- Rubbing alcohol;
- Bandages and plasters;
- Scissors.
You may also wish to bring along water purification tablets and any medications you take for any existing medical conditions.
Don’t let the above list daunt you. Many of these items are only necessary in extreme cases, but it’s better to have something and not need it than it is to need something and not have it!
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