Tanzania: Kilimanjaro, the Serengeti & Zanzibar

Tanzania: Kilimanjaro, the Serengeti & Zanzibar

• Trip code: 478X040
• Dauer: 18
• Stil: Classic

Peak to plains to paradise — Tanzania doesn't do things by half. Climb Kilimanjaro's legendary Machame Route through forest, moorland, and glaciers before standing at Uhuru Peak at sunrise. Then the Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater, and Tarangire deliver the wildlife. Zanzibar steps in last and reminds you the best adventures always finish well.

Übersicht

Accommodation

Hotels (10 nts), full-service alpine camping (5 nts), Tented Camp (2 nts)

Checklist

Cold weather:
• Long-sleeved shirts or sweater
• Scarf
• Warm gloves
• Warm hat
• Warm layers

Documents:
• Flight info (required) (Printouts of e-tickets may be required at the border)
• Insurance info (required) (With photocopies)
• Passport (required) (With photocopies)
• Vouchers and pre-departure information (required)
• Visas or vaccination certificates (With photocopies)

Essentials:
• Toiletries (required) (Shampoo, bodywash, soap, etc.)
• Binoculars (optional)
• Camera (With extra memory cards and batteries)
• Cash, credit and debit cards
• Day pack (Used for daily excursions or short overnights)
• Ear plugs
• First-aid kit (should contain lip balm with sunscreen, sunscreen, whistle, Aspirin, Ibuprofen, bandaids/plasters, tape, anti-histamines, antibacterial gel/wipes, antiseptic cream, Imodium or similar tablets for mild cases of diarrhea, rehydration powder, water purification tablets or drops, insect repellent, sewing kit, extra prescription drugs you may be taking)
• Flashlight/torch (Headlamps are ideal)
• Fleece top/sweater
• Footwear
• Hat
• Headphones (Noise-cancelling recommended)
• Locks for bags
• Long pants/jeans
• Moneybelt
• Outlet adapter
• Personal entertainment (Reading and writing materials, cards, music player, etc.)
• Reusable water bottle
• Shirts/t-shirts
• Sleepwear
• Small travel towel
• Sunglasses
• Swimwear
• Watch and alarm clock
• Waterproof backpack cover
• Windproof rain jacket

Health & Safety:
• Face masks (Clients will be only be required to wear a face mask where it is mandated by local regulations.)
• Hand sanitizer
• Pen (Please bring your own pen for filling out documents.)

Kilimanjaro - Available for Rent:
• Balaclava ($5 USD)
• Camel bag (Water bag) ($15 USD)
• Chamber ($200 USD)
• Crampons ($40 USD)
• Day pack ($30 USD)
• Down jacket ($20 USD)
• Duffel bag ($20 USD)
• Fleece pants ($6 USD)
• Fleece top/sweater ($10 USD)
• Gaiters ($10 USD)
• Gloves - Finger ($10 USD)
• Gloves - Finger Liner ($5 USD)
• Goggles - SKI ($15 USD)
• Head Torch ($15 USD)
• Mobile Toilet ($236 USD)
• Oxygen ($118 USD)
• Poncho ($20 USD)
• Rain jacket / windproof ($15 USD)
• Rain pant ($15 USD)
• Rucksack cover ($10 USD)
• Scarf or neck warmer ($5 USD)
• Sleeping bag ((-25 to -35°C) $40 USD; If you are planning to rent a sleeping bag for your Mt Kilimanjaro trek, please let your booking agent know so that we can prepare your group leader.)
• Summit Jacket ($20 USD)
• Summit socks ($5 USD)
• Sunglasses ($10 USD)
• Sun hat ($15 USD)
• Sweater ($10 USD)
• Thermal top ($10 USD)
• Thermal underwear ($10 USD)
• Walking poles ($12 USD for two poles)
• Walking trouser ($15 USD)
• Water Bottle ($5 USD)

Kilimanjaro - Other:
• Electrolytes (Powder or tablets, optional)
• Hand sanitizer
• Medication (Consult with your doctor about options to manage altitude sickness)
• Metal/aluminum water bottle (This style of bottle can double as a heat source at night when filled with hot water. We recommend a Sigg-style bottle.)
• Moisturizer/lip balm
• Pee bottle and/or She-Wee (You can use these items to avoid having to leave the tent at night)
• Reusable water bottle (Water bottles should carry up to 3 litres of water (minimum 2 litres); please note that this recommendation is made based off of the water intake of the average hiker, but may vary due to personal needs. We recommend platypus-type water bladders/camel backs made out of a material that will prevent water from freezing at high altitudes.)
• Sunblock
• Toilet paper
• Wet wipes (Recommended)

Kilimanjaro - Technical Clothing:
• Waterproof lightweight hiking boots (required)
• Windproof rain jacket (required) (A breathable jacket, with a hood is recommended)
• Balaclava (Optional)
• Fleece jacket or warm layer
• Fleece pants ($10 USD)
• Gaiters (Optional)
• Hat (A hat with a brim is recommended)
• Hiking pants (Convertible/Zip-off and quick dry recommended)
• Insulated Jacket
• Light gloves
• Lightweight wicking shirts
• Long-sleeved shirt for hiking (2 moisture-wicking shirts, and 1 breathable shirt recommended)
• Quick-dry socks (Wool or synthetic)
• Shorts (Optional)
• Short sleeve t-shirt, light-weight, moisture-wicking
• Slip-on sandals or shoes (Optional extra shoes to wear around camp)
• Thermal underwear (Moisture-wicking fabric recommended)
• Underwear (Moisture-wicking fabric recommended)
• Warm gloves (Waterproof recommended)
• Warm hat
• Waterproof pants (Pants with a side zipper recommended)

Kilimanjaro - Technical Gear:
• Day pack (30-35L - can be rented in location)
• Drybag (Will help keep cameras and essentials dry)
• Dufflel bag (50-90L - can be rented in location)
• Sleeping bag and liner, 4 season (Sleeping bags can be rented for approximately $40 USD for the duration of the tour; if you are planning to rent a sleeping bag, please let your booking agent know so that we can prepare your group leader. Purchasing sleeping bags in Arusha might be more difficult to source.)
• Walking poles (Highly recommended)

Warm Weather:
• Sandals/flip-flops
• Shorts/skirts (Longer shorts/skirts are recommended)
• Sturdy water shoes/sandals
• Sun hat/bandana
• Swimwear

Bitte beachte: The climate in East Africa varies between the dry and rainy season. Please ensure you bring a windproof rain jacket if you are travelling between April & May, October & November.

A refillable water bottle/flask is required for the trek, no plastic or disposable bottles are allowed on the mountain and they may be confiscated prior to the hike.

When packing your gear, the best clothing for trekking is either wool or synthetic materials, as this is quick-drying and can keep heat in better. The optimum clothing for trekking is layering, as it allows for easy temperature regulation as you ascend or descend. We suggest a base-layer, then a mid-layer such as a sweater, followed by a fleece jacket or similar, then a windproof and waterproof jacket. For your bottom half, thermal underwear, hiking pants then windproof and waterproof layers are recommended.

You will be on the move a lot, so our advice is to pack as lightly as possible. Your baggage should be clearly labelled and restricted to one soft compact suitcase, sports bag, or backpack, no larger than 30cm(height) x 30cm(width) x 60cm(length), maximum 15kg, plus a day-pack (5kg).

Below are the suggest sizes for both medium and large rucksacks with a maximum weight of 15kg.

Medium Rucksacks: 48 Litre to 58Litre
Large Rucksacks: 60+ Litres

Group Leader

During trekking portion of the itinerary the group is accompanied by certified mountain guide throughout, local representative, cook, porters. For the safari portion, the group will be led by a CEO (Chief Experience Officer), certified safari guides/drivers, local guides

Group Size Notes

Max 14, avg. 10

Highlights

Tackle the Machame Route — Kilimanjaro's most scenic and celebrated path, Trek through forest and moorland before glaciers and high-alpine deserts take over, Stand at Uhuru Peak at sunrise and witness the curvature of the earth, Roam the iconic Serengeti in search of wildebeest and the Great Migration, Descend into Ngorongoro Crater in search of the elusive black rhino, Spot towering termite mounds and elephant herds in Tarangire National Park, Unwind on Zanzibar's white-sand beaches — you've more than earned it

Introduction

Peak to plains to paradise — Tanzania doesn't do things by half. Climb Kilimanjaro's legendary Machame Route through forest, moorland, and glaciers before standing at Uhuru Peak at sunrise. Then the Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater, and Tarangire deliver the wildlife. Zanzibar steps in last and reminds you the best adventures always finish well

Meal Budget

Plane USD355-465 für nicht inbegriffene Mahlzeiten ein

Optional Activities

Moshi
- Lalasalama Spa & Beauty Aromatherapy Massage

Lake Manyara National Park
- Lake Manyara Safari Drive

Serengeti National Park
- Serengeti-Ballonsafari

Zanzibar
- Zanzibar Snorkelling

Jozani Forest
- Tour im Jozani Forest (36-160USD pro Person)

Jambiani
- Schwimmen

Start / Finish

Moshi nach Stone Town

Transport

Private minibus, trekking, 4x4 safari vehicles, private vehicles, plane

What's Included

Dein G-for-Good-Moment: Moshi-Frauenkooperative, Moshi
Dein G-for-Good-Moment: Besuch von Mto wa Mbu mit Mittagessen, Mto wa Mbu
Dein Welcome-Moment: Anreise und Begrüßungstreffen. 6-day guided group trek up Mt Kilimanjaro's Machame Route with local guides, cooks and porters. All permits and fees. Two safari drives in Tarangire National Park. Coffee harvesting tour in Karatu. Scenic safari drive in Ngorongoro Crater. Sunset safari drive in Serengeti. Full-day safari drive in Karatu and Serengeti National Park. Stonetown Orientation Walk. Spice Tour Zanzibar. Free time in Karatu, Serengeti National Park, and Zanzibar. Internal Flight to Zanzibar. All transport between destinations and to/from included activities

Packing Note

The climate in East Africa varies between the dry and rainy season. Please ensure you bring a windproof rain jacket if you are travelling between April & May, October & November.

A refillable water bottle/flask is required for the trek, no plastic or disposable bottles are allowed on the mountain and they may be confiscated prior to the hike.

When packing your gear, the best clothing for trekking is either wool or synthetic materials, as this is quick-drying and can keep heat in better. The optimum clothing for trekking is layering, as it allows for easy temperature regulation as you ascend or descend. We suggest a base-layer, then a mid-layer such as a sweater, followed by a fleece jacket or similar, then a windproof and waterproof jacket. For your bottom half, thermal underwear, hiking pants then windproof and waterproof layers are recommended.

You will be on the move a lot, so our advice is to pack as lightly as possible. Your baggage should be clearly labelled and restricted to one soft compact suitcase, sports bag, or backpack, no larger than 30cm(height) x 30cm(width) x 60cm(length), maximum 15kg, plus a day-pack (5kg).

Below are the suggest sizes for both medium and large rucksacks with a maximum weight of 15kg.

Medium Rucksacks: 48 Litre to 58Litre
Large Rucksacks: 60+ Litres

Meals Included

17 Frühstück, 10 Mittagessen, 9 Abendessen

Minimum Age

Um ohne Begleitperson mit G Adventures zu reisen, musst du mindestens 18 Jahre alt sein. Das Mindestalter für Kinder in Begleitung eines Erziehungsberechtigten (über 21) beträgt 12 Jahre

Itinerary

Day 1 Moshi

Ankunft zu jeder Zeit möglich

Day 2 Moshi/Machame camp

Wandere in den niederen Hängen des Kilimandscharo zum Machame Camp

Day 3 Machame camp/Shira 2 Camp

Wandere durch tiefalpines Moorgebiet zum Shira 2 Camp und genieße die Aussicht auf den Kibo Peak

Day 4 Shira 2 Camp/Barranco Camp

Wandere zum Barranco Camp über Lava Tower. Fantastische Aussicht auf Western Breach und Breach Wall

Day 5 Barranco Camp/Barafu Camp

Sieh dir die Barranco Wall an und steige die östliche Wand unter dem Helm Glacier hinauf

Day 6 Barafu Camp/Mweka Camp

Nachtwanderung via Stella Point zum Gipfel. Genieße den Sonnenaufgang, danach Abstieg zum Mweka Camp

Day 7 Mweka Camp/Moshi

Setze den Abstieg über die bewaldeten niederen Hänge bis nach Moshi fort. Lerne bei einer Kletter-Zeremonie die Frauen der von G Adventures unterstützten Moshi-Frauenkooperative kennen

Day 8 Moshi/Arusha

Auf dem Weg nach Arusha besuchen wir die von G Adventures unterstützten Moshi-Frauenkooperative

Day 9 Arusha

Spend the day as you please in Arusha. Relax after the more active portion of your trip and prepare for the next leg of wildlife and beauty through Tanzania's landscapes

Day 10 Tarangire National Park

After breakfast the group will travel to Tarangire National Park. This park is special due to its large elephant population, presence of ancient baobab trees, and a unique dry season migration. The elephants gather around the Tarangire River that flows through the park. Enjoy a safari drive upon arrival to see the diverse wildlife here for yourself. Sit down for a picnic lunch inside the park before continuing onwards to Karatu where you will spend the evening

Day 11 Karatu

Spend a free morning in Karatu. Choose to have a leisurely wake up and relax at the hotel or pre-book the optional Lake Manyara Morning Safari Drive. Later, in the afternoon engage with local farmers on a coffee tour where you will learn about the harvesting of the beans and participate in hands-on sorting and roasting. Dinner will be had at the hotel in the evening

Day 12 Karatu/Serengeti National Park

Today will be an early start as the group travels to the Ngorongoro Crater. Once here, you will go on a scenic wildlife safari drive. This geographical wonder is the world's largest inactive, intact, and unfilled volcanic caldera. The uniqueness of this environment has allowed for a self-contained ecosystem that offers visitors a high concentration of wildlife like, lion, leopard, elephant, rhino, and buffalo. Enjoy lunch in the park amid this serene setting before departing for Serengeti National Park. Enter through the Naabi Hill Gate and experience a safari drive en route to your tented camp for the evening where you can relax under the stars

Day 13 Serengeti National Park

Choose to set an early morning wake-up call and pre-book the Serengeti Balloon Safari for epic views from the sky. Then, after breakfast set out on a full day safari drive through the Serengeti. Sit down for a picnic lunch inside the park, scan the landscape for wildlife, and listen to bird calls all around. Return to your tented camp and relax for the evening amid your outdoor surroundings

Day 14 Serengeti National Park/Arusha

Gather for a breakfast at camp amid the morning life of the Serengeti before beginning the journey back to Arusha. Stop along the way for lunch at Mto wa Mbu, a G Adventures-supported initiative. Arrive to Arusha in the late afternoon and get settled at the hotel. Dinner will be on your own this evening

Day 15 Arusha

Enjoy free time on your own in Arusha before the next leg of your adventure

Day 16 Arusha/Jambiani

After breakfast transfer to the airport in Arusha and board your flight to Zanzibar. Upon arrival enjoy an orientation walk of Stone Town before going to Jambiani. Grab lunch on your own and then take advantage of free time to settle into island life. There are plenty of local restaurants in the area for you to have dinner at your leisure this evening

Day 17 Jambiani

Head out on an included spice tour to gain a sense of Zanzibar's history and the spice plantations that brought the beginnings of the slave trade here dating back to the 1840s. The remainder of the day is free for you to do as you please. Perhaps, pre-book the snorkelling to witness the underwater life here off of Tanzania's coastline, or head to the nearby Jozani Forest for a tour. You can also simply relax on the beach and swim. Dinner this evening is at your leisure

Day 18 Jambiani/Stone Town

Enjoy breakfast at the hotel in Jambiani before your included group transfer back to the airport outside of Stone Town. You should arrive at the Zanzibar airport by 11:30AM where your tour ends. Please do not book onward flights prior to 2:30PM

Detailed Itinerary

Day 1 Moshi

Day 2 Moshi/Machame camp

Wir verbringen den Großteil des Tages in den wunderschönen, faszinierenden und bewaldeten Hängen des Kilimandscharo. Die meiste Gegend davon gilt als Regenwaldgebiet.

Je nach Wetterverhältnissen ist der Weg glitschig und möglicherweise schlammig, falls es regnet.

Day 3 Machame camp/Shira 2 Camp

Day 4 Shira 2 Camp/Barranco Camp

Day 5 Barranco Camp/Barafu Camp

Day 6 Barafu Camp/Mweka Camp

Die Route vom Camp Barafu zum Gipfel macht mental und körperlich den längsten und anspruchsvollsten Tag der gesamten Wanderung aus. Trotz des mühsamen Aufstiegs wird dir das Erlebnis, den Berg Kilimandscharo erobert zu haben, für immer in Erinnerung bleiben.

Day 7 Mweka Camp/Moshi

Arrive to Moshi in the afternoon. Time to relax, take a shower, and celebrate with a drink. Cheers to climbing Mt Kilimanjaro! Before dinner, you will be welcomed and congratulated on your climb by the mamas of the Moshi Women’s Cooperative, a project supported by G Adventures. They will present you with a gift and a certificate to remember all your efforts on the mountain.

Opt to pre-book the Lala Salama Spa & Beauty Aromatherapy Massage, which partners with Moshi Women's Cooperative, by adding it to your checkout page, or ask your GCO or travel agent for assistance.

Day 8 Moshi/Arusha

Fahrt in die malerische Stadt Arusha. Unterwegs besuchen wir die Moshi-Frauenkooperative, um zu erfahren, worum es bei diesem Projekt geht. Triff die Frauen und erfahre mehr über ihr Leben. Optional kannst du auch ein paar Souvenirs erwerben.

Abends stoßen möglicherweise weitere G Adventures Reisende hinzu, die aus Kenia anreisen oder den Safariabschnitt ihrer Tansaniareise starten. Informiere dich über die Uhrzeit und den Ort eines Begrüßungstreffens. Normalerweise findet es ungefähr um 18:00 Uhr statt.

Day 9 Arusha

Day 10 Tarangire National Park

Day 11 Karatu

Day 12 Karatu/Serengeti National Park

Day 13 Serengeti National Park

Day 14 Serengeti National Park/Arusha

Day 15 Arusha

Day 16 Arusha/Jambiani

Day 17 Jambiani

Day 18 Jambiani/Stone Town

Please do not book onward flights prior to 2:30PM