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Day 1: Arrival. Upon you are arrivals you will be meeting our driver Guide at Kilimanjaro International Airport. Greeting’s and drives to Out Post Lodge in Arusha. Our safari manager will come to meet you and to provide you with a briefing about your Kilimanjaro Safari Zanzibar combination, Dinner is included.

Day 2: Mt Kilimanjaro – Arusha – Machame Camp. In the morning we’ll transfer to the Machame Park Gate 5,950 ft./ 1,815 mt. After registering with the park authority, we’ll begin our climb through the lush forest. Trekkers will likely hear the many exotic birds in the canopy above, and many even see black and white colobus monkeys and sykes monkeys as they hike along the knotted roots. We’ll continue on to some heath land before reaching our overnight camp at Machame Camp, 9,850 feet, 6-7 hours of walking, just above the forest zone. The trek is quite long, thus not steep. And mud on the forest floor. Overnight at Machame Camp. All meals included.

Day 3: Mt Kilimanjaro – Machame Camp to Shira Camp. Today’s segment of the ascent will continue across beautiful heath land and alpine moorland with magnificent views of Kilimanjaro Peak. We begin up the steep track through a savannah of tall grasses, and trees of Giant Heather and Erica. Scramble around large boulders as you enter the moorland zone, marked by lobelia and senecio plants, and volcanic rocks draped with lichen beards, which protect wild alpine flowers growing at their bases. We’ll overnight at Shira Camp, 12,600 feet, 5-6 hours of walking, overnight at Shira Camp. All meals included.

Day 4: Mt Kilimanjaro – Shira Camp to Barranco Camp. We’ll draw nearer the peak as we get closer to the Lava Tower. The trek becomes a bit more strenuous as the trail steepens on the approach to the lava Tower, a 300 foot tall volcanic plug which marks an exposed pass at 15,000 feet In the afternoon, descend the steep track into the Great Barranco Valley.Barranco Camp is set on a cool enclosed on three sides with steep valley walls and the Kibo massif itself. Hanging glaciers glint in the sunshine above, amidst the eerie landscape of plants such as the giant groundsels, Senecio Kilimanjari, and the uniquely endemic Giant Lobelia. Then we slowly ascent to our overnight stop at Barranco Camp, 12,950 feet, 5-6 hours of walking, This day and the following day will be your acclimatization time. Overnight at Barranco Camp. All meals included.

Day 5: Mt Kilimanjaro – Barranco Camp to Karanga Valley Camp. The day will begin with a descent into the Gorge, before we climb its eastern wall where we will enjoy views of Kilimanjaro ice fields, an equatorial anomaly. We will continue trekking until we reach our camp in Karanga Valley, 13,900 feet, 4-5 hours of walking, Overnight at Karanga Valley Camp. All meals included.

Day 6: Mt Kilimanjaro – Karanga Valley Camp to Barafu Camp. We’ll trek up through the Karanga Valley; the trail turns steadily uphill, following the lava ridge to the Barafu camp. The temperature will grow colder and the landscape more sparse as we near Barafu Camp. Barafu Camp is set on a small, exposed flat area on a ridge, acting as a base camp from which you will make your summit attempt at midnight tonight. Barafu camp, 15,200 feet, 6-7 hours of walking, overnight at Barafu Camp, All meals included.

Day 7: Mt Kilimanjaro – Barafu Camp to Summit to Mweka Camp. Just after midnight we start of a challenging trek, 12-17 hours of trekking. You begin trekking at 12:30 to 00:01 am, passing between the Rebmann and Tarzel glaciers to the rim at Stella Point.The temperatures range from just below freezing at midnight, to between 10 deg. F -12 deg. C to –10 F. -23 deg. C, just before dawn at the summit. As dawn nears, we’ll summit at Uhuru Peak, the highest point in Africa at 19,340 feet. Uhuru will be the culmination of – and the reward for – 6-7 hours of strenuous hiking. We’ll then descend back to Barafu Camp, resting for a while before continuing our descent to Mweka Camp 9,840 feet, 3-4 hours of walking on the descent, Overnight at Mweka Camp. All meals included.

Day 8: Mt Kilimanjaro – Mweka Camp to Park Gate. We’ll make our final descent to the park gate, a walk of about 3 or 4 hours. After bidding our farewells to our guide and porters, we’ll drive to Arusha, Overnight at Out Post Lodge.

Day 9: Arusha to Lake manyara national park After breakfast at your hotel we will meet and drive to Lake Manyara National Park, although small in size, this park is one of the most diverse reserves in the country. Lake Manyara covers two thirds of the park. At the backdrop is the wall of the Great Rift Valley, before which lies the ground water forest, areas of open grassland near the lake foreshore, and the Soda Lake. We enjoy a picnic lunch in this area, which consists of open grassy areas, hot springs, dense woodlands and steep mountainsides. Lake Manyara National Park is a birding paradise that has more than 350 species of bird. The park is also famed for its unique and elusive tree- climbing lions. Overnight at Kudu safari lodge

Day 10: Manyara to Serengeti After breakfast depart 07:30 for Serengeti passing through Olduvai Gorge, the site of the Leakey family discovery of fossils 50 km long and in some places 90 meters deep. It drains the slopes of the nearby mountains plus of human and animal ancestors dating back to almost two million years. Olduvai Gorge is a canyon carved by water through the southern part of the Serengeti Plain. The gorge is about the Serengeti Plain. Its chief claim to fame is the rich treasure-trove of human and animal fossils that it has yielded. Meals and overnight at Kati kati tented camp

Day 11: Serengeti to Ngorongoro Crater This day after breakfast at 07:00 we continue with game view in Serengeti after that will take your packed lunch for a half day game drives in the wilderness tracking the Great migration trails. Thorough explanation about this great world event that Tanzania proud of will be provided. And in the late afternoon we will drive to ngorongoro conservation area for dinner and overnight at Ngorongoro Rhino Lodge

Day 12: Ngorongoro Crater – JRO for Flight back home Today we start very early at 07:00 am, with a packed picnic lunchbox, for the game drive inside the Ngorongoro Crater. As very few animals migrate in and out of the crater with its 2000 ft. high walls, a population of approximately 25,000 large animals can be seen. This is reputedly the highest density of mammalian predators in Africa. The crater has the highest known population of mountain reedbuck, zebra, gazelle and wildebeest. It is also known for the big five rhino, lion, leopard, elephant, and buffalo. Your driver/guide will be in contact with other safari drivers and will amaze you with his skill at locating hidden animals. The birdlife is prolific here and up to a 100 species can be seen in one day. In the middle of the crater there is a large lake inhabited by hundreds of flamingos and from a distance appears as a pink border around the lake. After good game view in ngorongoro crater we will drive direct from crater to Kilimanjaro airport for your flight departure

Day 13: Ngorongoro – Arusha – Zanzibar. After breakfast you return to Arusha in the afternoon for your flight to Zanzibar. Transfer to the Zanzibar hotel nungwi Breakfast and dinner included.

Day 14-16: Beach Extension. Relax and enjoy the beaches of Zanzibar, There are a wide range of water sport activities you can do. Such as snorkelling, scuba diving, boat trips and more, Overnight at The Zanzibari Hotel http://www.thezanzibari.com/ Breakfast and Dinner included.

Day 17: Spice Tour & Zanzibar Town. After breakfast transfer to Stone Town. On the way we will do the famous Spice Tour. We have developed a special Spice Tour with in depth information not only about spices, but also organically grown herbs and a detailed description about their traditional uses in medicine cosmetics and cooking. After the tour we invite for an opulent lunch, where you can taste the spices and fruits. In the afternoon we will show you Stone Town on our Historical Stone Town Tour. This tour takes you through fabled Stone Town, where history appears to stand still. With visits to the House of Wonders, the Palace Museum People’s Palace, and the Arab Fort amongst others, it is a fascinating look at the essence of Zanzibar. You will see Zanzibar’s bustling market, winding alleyways, ornately carved and studded doors, two cathedrals and countless mosques, Overnight at Tembo Hotel http://tembohotel.com/Breakfast and Lunch included.

Day 18: DEPARTURE.

2-3 Persons: 5925 USD 4+ Persons: 4450 USD

PRICE INCLUDES

all transfers in private car.

18 Days Kilimanjaro Safari Zanzibar Tour.

Full board during climb including mineral /drinking water

Professional well experienced Kilimanjaro Team with English speaking Mountain guide, porters and cook.

All gear incl mountain tents, mattresses, – mess tent, chairs and table.

All wildlife reserve entry fees, rescue fees, Climbing Certificates.

04 days of private safari.

Transport and wildlife drives in modified 4WD Land Cruiser or Land Rover with photographic roof hatch with guaranteed window seats.

Services of a professional English speaking safari guide.

All wildlife reserve entry fees.

3 liters of mineral water per person / day during game drives

Domestic flights Arusha-Zanzibar one way from Arusha

01 x HB at outpost lodge .

04 x FB at excellent safari lodges/tented camps as per itinerary on safari.

04 x HB at the beach resort as per Zanzibar itinerary

01 x BB at a good boutique hotel in Stonetown.

All tours on Zanzibar as per itinerary.

Flying doctor insurance.

New Wildlife Management Area Fees.

New Tourist Development Levy

VAT in all service

PRICE EXCLUDES

all items of a personal nature.

Gratuities for safari guide.

Travel insurance.

Visa fee, 50 US$/100 US$ for Americans & Irish Passport Holders – to be paid upon arrival.

Sleeping bag, rental fee 20 US$.

Drinks and beverages in lodges.

The end of 18 Days Kilimanjaro Safari Zanzibar Tour

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moonlighttoursexpedition · 8 years ago

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Trekking Kilimanjaro and Camping Safaris

See all of the major highlights of Tanzania! Climb Mt. Kilimanjaro (the roof of Africa), embark on a safari in Tarangire National Park, visit Ngorongoro Crater (one of the natural wonders of the world), the world famous Serengeti National Park and see the tree-climbing lions in Lake Manyara National Park .On Mt. Kilimanjaro you’ll climb on the Machame route, considered the second most popular, but the most beautiful. With the gradual ascend up Uhuru peak, you’ll emerge through the diversly vegetated forest to see wide views of the moorland on Shira plateau, Kibo and Western Breach. As you approach the summit, there’ll be a day to acclimatize by walking at the same height between Barafu and Karanga Valley Camp, and another day by stopping at Karanga Valley camp. There are no mountain huts on this route, rather the accommodation is in mountain tents.

Trekking Kilimanjaro and Camping Safaris Details

Day 1: ARRIVAL at Kilimanjaro International Airport –Arusha

Upon your arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO), where I will meet and greet you then we will drive to Arusha to L’oasis Lodge. I will conduct a briefing on Mt. Kilimanjaro climbing and Safari. Dinner and overnight on Half board basis

Day 2: Arusha – Machame Gate – Machame Camp

To the Mountain

After breakfast you’ll head to the Machame Park Gate (5,870 ft./ 1,790 mt.), where you’ll register with the park authority and begin the climb through the lush forest. Trekkers will likely hear the many exotic birds in the canopy above, and may even see black & white colobus monkeys, as well as sykes monkeys as they hike along the knotted roots. After 5-7 hours of walking you’ll stop for the night at Machame Camp (9,875 feet), just above the forest zone. The trek is quite long, but not steep. Standard Accommodation: tent at Machame camp all meals included.

Day 3: Machame Camp – Shira Camp

Magnificent Views of Uhuru Peak

Today’s segment of the ascent will continue across beautiful heathland and afro-alpine moorland with magnificent views of Kilimanjaro Peak. You’ll begin up the steep track through a savannah of tall grasses, and trees of Giant Heather and Erica. Scrambling around large boulders, you’ll enter the moorland zone, marked by lobelia and senecia plants, and volcanic rocks draped with lichen beards, which protect wild alpine flowers growing at their bases. Tonight will then be spent at Shira Camp (12,615 feet, 4-5 hours of walking). Standard Accommodation: tent at Shira camp all meals included.

Day 4: Shira Camp – Barranco Camp

The Route to the Great Barranco Valley

Drawing nearer the peak, the trek becomes a bit more strenuous. The trail steepens on the approach to the Lava Tower, a 300 foot tall volcanic plug which marks an exposed pass at 15,000 feet. In the afternoon, you’ll descend the steep track into the Great Barranco Valley. Barranco Camp is set on a col (flat area) enclosed on three sides by steep valley walls and the Kibo massif itself. Hanging glaciers glint in the sunshine above, amidst the eerie landscape of plants, such as the giant groundsels (Senecio Kilimanjaro), and the uniquely endemic Giant Lobelia. Then we slowly ascent to our overnight stop at Barranco Camp (12,990 feet, 5-6 hours of walking) Standard Accommodation: tent at Barranco camp all meals included.

Day 5: Barranco Camp – Barafu Camp

The Equatorial Anomaly

The day will begin with a descent into the Gorge, before we climb its eastern wall to enjoy views of the Kilimanjaro ice fields, an anomaly of the equator. Continuing the trek, you’ll follow the lava ridge to the Barafu camp. The temperature will grow colder and the landscape more sparse on the approach. Barafu Camp is set on a small, exposed flat area on a ridge, acting as a base camp from which you will make your summit attempt at midnight tonight. Barafu camp (15,225 feet, 6-7 hours of walking) Standard Accommodation: tent at Barafu camp all meals included.

Day 6: Barafu Camp – Uhuru Peak – Barafu Camp – Mweka Camp

Uhuru Peak – The Highest Point in Africa

You’ll start off on a challenging trek (12-17 hours), passing between the Rebmann and Tarzel glaciers to the rim at Stella Point. The temperatures range from just below freezing at midnight to between 10 deg. F (-12 deg. C) to –10 F. (-23 deg. C) just before dawn at the summit. As the dawn nears, you’ll reach the summit at Uhuru Peak, the highest point in Africa at 19,340 feet. Uhuru will be the culmination of – and the reward for – 6-7 hours of strenuous hiking. You’ll then descend back to Barafu Camp, resting for a while, before continuing the descent to Mweka Camp (10,105 feet, 3-4 hours of walking on the descent). Standard Accommodation: tent at Mweka Camp all meals included.

Day 7: Mweka Camp, Kilimanjaro – Mweka Gate – Arusha Town

Back to the Bottom

This morning you’ll make the final descent to the park gate, a walk of about 2 to 3 hours. After bidding farewell to the guide and porters, you’ll head back to Arusha for the night. Standard Accommodation: L’oasis Lodge on half board basis

Day 8: Arusha – Tarangire National Park

Elephant Herds and Majestic Baobab Trees

Your day begins with a drive to Tarangire, Tanzania’s third largest national park and a sanctuary for an unusually large elephant population. Majestic baobab trees are one of the park’s most interesting features. These massive trees dwarf the animals that feed beneath them. Animals concentrate along the Tarangire River, which provides the only permanent water supply in the area. There is a great diversity of wildlife including lions, leopards, and cheetahs and up to six thousand elephants. Dinner and overnight at Tarangire Public Campsite All meals included

Day 9: Tarangire National Park – Lake Manyara National Park

Tree Climbing Lions & Pink Flamingoes

After breakfast you will depart for Lake Manyara. Nestled at the base of the Great Rift Valley Escarpment, the park is recognized for its incredible beauty. You can see many game animals such as buffalo, elephant, giraffe, impala, hippo and others. Eventually you will arrive and stay overnight at beautiful Lake Manyara, which Ernest Hemingway once called the “The loveliest lake in Africa.” The national park is home to the unique tree-climbing lions of Lake Manyara, which you’ll have the chance to see lounging in the high tree branches. Dinner and overnight at Lake Manyara Ngedele Public Campsite all meals included

Day 10: Lake Manyara – Naabi Hill Gate – Serengeti National Park

Endless Plains of the Serengeti

After breakfast you will start on your way to the Serengeti National Park. After stopping for a picnic lunch on a kopje (rock outcropping) it will be time to head further into the park begin your game drive. You pass through green savannah where elephants and giraffes roam, through a stretch of territory which is rarely visited by travelers, to reach the central Serengeti. The name Serengeti comes from the Maasai word, “Siringet” referring to an endless plain. As you traverse the park you’ll begin to understand the reason behind this name. Once you’ve seen enough game for the day, it will be on to your nearby lodge in time for dinner. Dinner and overnight at Central Serengeti Public Campsite all meals included

Day 11: Full day game drives in the Serengeti National Park

Great Wildebeest Migration

If you rise early you can take a morning game drive through the park to see the nocturnal predators returning from their nightly hunt and animals waking up in the early morning light. Depending on the time of year and the migration of the herds, you can expect to see wildebeest, lions, elephants, giraffes, zebras, monkeys, baboons, hippos, rhinos, antelopes and many birds and other species. Just as in Ngorongoro, your driver will be in contact with other safari drivers and will amaze you with his skill at locating the hidden animals. You will then head back to your lodge for another night.

There is an optional hot-air balloon safari(not included in the package price), which will take place in the morning, just as the sun rises. You’ll float in whichever direction the morning winds take you. Your pilot can precisely control the altitude of your balloon; at times he will ascend to 1000′ or more to see the enormity and wonderful panorama of the Serengeti. After the landing you celebrate with champagne and a full English breakfast prepared and served in the bush in ‘Out of Africa’ style. After breakfast you receive your Serengeti balloon certificate and drive back to your lodge or proceed with your day’s activities and game drives around the Serengeti. Dinner and overnight at Central Serengeti Public Campsite all meals included

Day 12: Serengeti National Park -Ngorongoro Crater

Ngorongoro Crater – Natural Wonders

After breakfast you will proceed to Ngorongoro Conservation Area and descend into the crater for a wonderful game drive and picnic lunch. The inside of the Ngorongoro Crater is often described as one of the most spectacular natural wonders of the world. It is the world’s largest intact volcanic caldera and a natural sanctuary for one of Africa’s most dense animal populations. It is one of the few places where the rare black rhino can still be observed in its natural setting. As very few animals migrate in and out of the crater because of its 2,000 ft. high walls, you can expect to see lions, elephants, zebras, hippos, flamingos, jackals, rhinos, antelopes, many birds and other species. With a bit of luck, the ‘Big Five’ can all be spotted in a single game drive. Tonight you will stay overnight in a lodge in the crater. Dinner and overnight at Ngorongoro Simba Public Campsite all meals included

Day 13: Ngorongoro – Arusha – Kilimanjaro International Airport

Out of Africa

Depending on your international flight departure timing,after early morning breakfast at Ngorongoro Crater, you will depart to Arusha, arriving around lunch time at Shanga Shangaa which is affiliated with River House Restaurant for your lunch. You will also take a brief tour at Shanga Shangaa.

(Shanga Shangaa is a place for disabled people where they make glasses, flower vase and other ornaments out of recycled bottles – it is actually it is a glass blowing or ballooning job after heating the recycled bottle under very high gas heat). After lunch you will drive to Kilimanjaro International Airport for your international flight.

Travelers x 3

1 x triple Tent Accommodation

Your Personalized Offer from Moonlight Tours Expedition

Travel Details: Tanzania Camping Safari and Mt. Kilimanjaro climb

Travelers Per Person Total Price 4 3,350US$ 13400US$

Safari part Included Services

• Airport and hotel transfers in private car • 6 days Private safari • Transport and wildlife drives in modified 4WD Land Cruiser with photographic roof hatch • Services of a professional English speaking guide (or otherwise requested) • All wildlife reserve entry fees • All game drives as mentioned • 2 ltr mineral water per person / day during game drives • 01 x Half board basis accommodation at L’oasis Lodge (or similar) • All camping accommodation and meals plan per itinerary

Safari part Excluded Services

• International Flights • All items of a personal nature • Gratuities for safari guide • Travel insurance • Visa fee (50US$ /100US$ for Americans & Irish Passport Holders- to be paid upon arrival) • Drinks and beverages in lodges • Hot Air Balloon Safari at Serengeti (539USD per person) • Laundry

Mt. Kilimanjaro climbing (Machame route) included services

• Airport transfer on arrival by WeruWeru Lodge • all transfers to and from mountain in private car • 6 days private Kilimanjaro Climb / Machame Route • Full board during climb including mineral /drinking water • Professional well experienced Kilimanjaro Team with English speaking Mountain guide, porters and cook • All gear incl mountain tents, mattresses, – mess tent, chairs and table • pls bring your own sleeping bag • All wildlife reserve entry fees, rescue fees, Climbing Certificates • 01 x Half board basis accommodation at L’oasis Lodge (or similar)

Mt. Kilimanjaro climbing (Machame route) excluded services

• All items of a personal nature • Gratuities for safari guide • Travel insurance • Visa fee (50 US$/100 US$ for Americans & Irish Passport Holders – to be paid upon arrival) • sleeping bag (rental fee 20 US$) • drinks and beverages in lodges • international or domestic flights

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