20 Days Mt. Kilimanjaro combined with Tanzania Safari and Zanzibar

Name: 20 Days Mt. Kilimanjaro Combine With Wildlife Safari & Zanzibar
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SKU: STTBSP20D19N
Price: 4999.99 USD
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Climb Mount Kilimanjaro and escape to Zanzibar and explore virgin powdery white sand beaches!

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OVERVIEW

20 DAYS | 19 NIGHTS

Get the opportunity to climb the highest free standing mountain in the world – Mount Kilimanjaro, trekking up to Uhuru Peak; a truly once in a lifetime experience! You’ll follow the Marangu Route on a 5 Nights trek that will take you through mountain forests, alpine desert, and up to the snow-capped roof of Africa at 5,895 metres above sea level. The Marangu Route Known as the “Coca-Cola” route, the Marangu Route is a classic trek on Mount Kilimanjaro. It is the oldest, most well established route. Many favour the Marangu route because it is considered to be the easiest path on the mountain, due to its more gradual slope. It is also the only route which offers sleeping huts with dormitory style accommodation. There are 60 bunk beds at both Mandara and Kibo Huts, and 120 bunk beds at Horombo Hut. Guests are supplied with mattresses and pillows, but sleeping bags are still required. The huts have communal dining halls and basic washrooms, ranging from flushing toilets and running water at the lower huts to long drop toilets and buckets of water at Kibo Hut. You will also get the opportunity to explore the beauty of Tanzania in 7 Nights Tanzania Wildlife Safaris in the best Tanzania National Parks including Serengeti National Park, Tarangire National Park, Lake Manyara National Park, Ngorongoro Conservation Area and will stopover at ‘‘Olduvai Gorge’’, boasting with a history dating back to the dawn of time. You will have a chance to go for a ‘‘Maasai Boma Visit’’ - an authentic glimpse into the distinctive ‘‘Maasai Culture’’ then escape to Zanzibar Island and explore long stretches of virgin powdery white sand beaches. This itinerary also allows you to spend 7 Nights at Beach Hotels in Zanzibar where you will have the chance to discover the best activities in Zanzibar Island including the Zanzibar Spice Tour, Stone Town City Tour, Prison Island Boat Trip and the Safari Blue Sea Adventure. You can start on any date you request. We can also help to arrange flights and speed boats in and out of Zanzibar.

NOTE:

Depending on your budget and requirements, the itinerary can be altered to make use of a different standard of accommodation.

Kilimanjaro + Zanzibar via Marangu Route - Safanta Tours & Travel Company Limited

ITINERARY AND QUOTE

CODE: STTBSP20D19N

Climb Mount Kilimanjaro via Marangu Route

ARRIVAL

Arrive anytime at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO), there will be a pick up private transfer waiting to Stella Maris hotel in Moshi to spend one night with all meals included. You spend rest of the day at leisure at the lodge. You will get to enjoy the swimming pool this afternoon. All airport transfers are the part of the package, no extra fee is required. We will gather in the evening for a pre-climb briefing and an equipment check.

Day 1: Drive to Kilimanjaro National Park Marangu Gate, Hike to Mandara Hut

After breakfast you will be taken to the Kilimanjaro National Park gate at 1,840 m. Upon completion of the necessary paper work, your trek commences and soon you will be hiking through the dense rainforest of Marangu. Looking up, you might have the opportunity to catch a glimpse of the thumb less black and white colobus monkeys. After you have reached the Mandara Hut (2,700 m) in approximately 4 hours and you have had some time to catch your breath, you will have the option to join a walk to the Maundi Crater where you will enjoy a breathtaking view of the Kenyan interior, as well as of the gleaming lakes which share the border between Kenya and Tanzania. You will stay the evening at Mandara Hut. Dinner, Lunch and Breakfast included (FB).

Meal Plan: Dinner, Lunch and Breakfast (FB)

Elevation: 1860m/6100ft to 2700m/8875ft

Distance: 8km/5mi

Hiking Time: 3-4 hours

Habitat: Montane Forest

Day 2: Hike Mandara Hut to Horombo Hut

An early breakfast strengthens you for the trek ahead and shortly after leaving Mandara Hut you will reach the cross roads between Horombo Hut and Maundi Crater. Heading in the direction of Horombu Hut the vegetation will change to shrubs and you will cross the open moon land reaching your destination in approximately 4 – 6 hours. Looking back your path will already be shrouded in clouds and looking forward you will catch glimpses of Mawenzi, Kibo peak and the Maasai steppe. After your evening meal you will drift off to sleep at the Horombu Hut. Dinner, Lunch and Breakfast included (FB).

Meal Plan: Dinner, Lunch and Breakfast (FB)

Elevation: 2700m/8875ft to 3700m/12,200ft

Distance: 12km/7.5mi

Hiking Time: 5-6 hours

Habitat: Heathland

Day 3: Horombo Hut (3,700 m) – Zebra Rocks (3,980 m) – Horombo Hut (4,700 m)

Zebra Rocks is on the agenda today, in order for your body to acclimatize to the altitude. Acclimatization plays an important role in improving your chances to reach the summit and this 2 to 4 hour trek offers you the opportunity to stretch your legs and breathe in the fresh air. Zebra Rocks (3,980 m) is named after the distinct black and white stripes covering the rock formation. A hot lunch will await you on your return and the rest of the afternoon is for you to enjoy the spectacular views around you and regain your strength for tomorrow’s hike. You will stay another night at Horombo Hut. Dinner, Lunch and Breakfast included (FB).

Meal Plan: Dinner, Lunch and Breakfast (FB)

Elevation: 3700m/12,200ft to 4700m/15,500ft

Distance: 4km/2.5mi

Hiking Time: 1-2 hours

Habitat: Heath and moorland

Day 4: Horombo Hut (3,700 m) – Kibo Hut (4,700 m)

After breakfast a long and tough journey to Kibo Hut awaits you. The vegetation slowly changes into alpine desert and you will pass the “last waterpoint” on your way to the so-called “saddle”, a plateau situated between the peaks of Mawenzi and Kibo. You will arrive at the Kibo Hut in about 5 to 6 hours and go to bed straight after dinner as the summit calls for an early start, at approximately 23h00. Dinner, Lunch and Breakfast included (FB).

Meal Plan: Dinner, Lunch and Breakfast (FB)

Elevation: 3700m/12,200ft to 4700m/15,500ft

Distance: 9km/5.5mi

Hiking Time: 6-8 hours

Habitat: Alpine desert

Day 5: Kibo Hut (4,700 m) – Uhuru Peak (5,895 m) – Horombo Hut (3,700 m)

The summit day has finally arrived and at around midnight, when the lava ash is still frozen, you will start your ascent. Your path will be strenuous with only your headlight to light the way. You will pass the Hans Meyer Cave at 5,200 m and slowly make your way up. Gilman’s Point at 5,715 m will be reached as the sun rises over the crater rim. You will continue another 1 to 2 hours to Uhuru Peak (5,895 m). The cold is soon forgotten as you stand on the “Roof of Africa”, basking in the rays of the morning light. After well-deserved photo opportunity you will descend along the same path. The lava ash will now have thawed, allowing for a faster descent. Upon your arrival at Kibo Hut, a warm meal and approximate 2 hours rest awaits you, before you continue down to the Horombo Hut. Dinner, Lunch and Breakfast included (FB).

Meal Plan: Dinner, Lunch and Breakfast (FB)

Elevation: 4700M to 5895 and down to 3700M

Distance: 6 km up/15 km down/9 km to Horombo

Hiking Time: 6-8 hours up / 15km/9mi down

Habitat: Stone scree and ice-capped summit

Day 6: Hike Horombo Hut – Marangu Gate - Moshi

The surrounding vegetation becomes greener as you continue your descent and soon you will arrive at the Mandara Hut (2,700 m), where a hot lunch awaits you. The journey back to the park gate gives you another chance to observe the beautiful tropical rainforest and spot anything you have missed on the way up, like the Impatiens Kilimanjaro Flower, which is endemic to the rainforest on the slopes of Mt Kilimanjaro. At the Park Gate you will bid farewells to your Mount Kilimanjaro guide and porters, then a waiting car will take you to Arusha (about 30 minutes) where you will relax ready for your Tanzania safari starting tomorrow, touring the Northern Tanzania Safari Circuit. Overnight at Ilboru Safari Lodge or at Planet Lodge in the outskirts of Arusha town. Dinner, Lunch and Breakfast included (FB).

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Meal Plan: Dinner, Lunch and Breakfast (FB)

Elevation: 3700M to 1900M

Distance: 19km/12m

Hiking Time: 5-8 hours

Habitat: Moorland to Montane forest

Day 7: Depart to Serengeti National Park & a late afternoon game drive

Pick you up at the Ilboru Safari Lodge or at Planet Lodge in Arusha around 7:00 am, and depart to Serengeti National Park (a 6 – 7 hours’ drive) with packed lunch boxes, arriving in the afternoon. On arrival, go for a late afternoon game drive at the enormous, famous and the second largest park in the country to experience its abundant wildlife. All the “Big 5” are found in this great park and other huge number of animals including wildebeests, spotted hyenas, cheetah, impala and quite number of birdlife. In the late evening, transferred to the camp for dinner and stay the overnight at Serengeti Serena Lodge. Dinner, Lunch and Bed & Breakfast included (FB).