7 Day Tanzania Safari and Mount Kilimanjaro Combination

Climbing Mount Kilimanjaro

Tour Description.

Mupana tours and safaris advice those tourist who are arranging for climbing the Kilimanjaro mountain for the first time, here I have suggested you climb Kilimanjaro via the easy Marangu route. Our 5 Days Marangu route itinerary is the only uncomplicated to Uhuru peak on Mount Kilimanjaro Climbing because of its gentle slopes but need optional acclimatization day that one can reschedule to 6 days. The Marangu route is known as Coca-Cola Route meaning simple like Coca cola. However it is the only route on the mountain which offers accommodation in sleeping huts and serves beverages like Coca-Cola on the way.The next day after Kilimanjaro the tour will take you to Lake Manyara and Ngorongoro Crater where you will be able to see many animals which you would never expect.

Day 0: Arrive in Kilimanjaro International Airport (KIA):

You will be picked up from KIA to arranged Hotel in Arusha followed by briefing from your mountain guide and rest at Green Mountain Hotel.

Day 1: Marangu Gate (1980m) – Mandara Hut (2700m)

Hiking time: 3-4 hours
Distance: Approximately 12 kilometers
Habitat: Montane forest

After an early breakfast at your hotel, you will be picked up from Arusha (1400m) and driven to the Marangu Gate (1980m). At the gate, the porters will organize and pack the belongings for the hike while you and your guide register with the Tanzania National Park (TANAPA). You will then begin your ascent into the rainforest. During this section of the hike, you should expect rain, mud, and fog. Also, be on the lookout for wildlife, including Colobus monkeys! After 3-4 hours of ascending, you will reach the Mandara Hut (2700m). Each hut has 6-8 sleeping bunks (sleeps 60 hikers total) with solar generated lighting. Next to the central hut there are flush toilets. The porters, who arrive at the campsite before the clients, will boil water for drinking and washing. The chef will prepare a snack then dinner for the clients. At nighttime, mountain temperatures may drop to freezing so be prepared.

* Meals: Breakfast. Lunch and Dinner.
* Accommodation: Mandara Hut - Camping Accommodation

Day 2: Mandara Hut (2700m) – Horombo Hut (3720m)

Hiking time: 6 hours
Distance: Approximately 15 kilometers
Habitat: Moorland

The first part of the walk is a steep ascent through forest, but the path soon opens out into grassy moorland and, in clear weather, there are good views of Kibo and Mawenzi peaks. You will climb steadily through the moorland zone, containing giant heather and occasional stands of groundsel, to eventually reach Horombo Hut (3,720 m.). Sunrises and sunsets here are often very stunning, the site is close to the glaciated dome of Kibo, and there is a real sense of being above the clouds. [4-6 hours walking from Mandara Hut to Horombo Hut]

* Meals: Breakfast. Lunch and Dinner.
* Accommodation: Horombo Hut - Camping Accommodation

Day 3: Horombo Hut (3720m) – Kibo Hut (4700m)

Hiking time: 5 hours
Distance: Approximately 15 kilometers
Habitat: Alpine deserte

You will climbs very gradually towards the lunar desert of the Saddle between Mawenzi and Kibo. The terrain changes to screed and there is a palpable sense of high altitude wilderness. We usually reach Kibo Hut (4,700 m.) at the bottom of the crater wall by midday and the afternoon is free (to contemplate the summit ascent!!). The remainder of the day is spent resting and eating in preparation for the final climb before a very early night! [4-5 hours walking from Horombo Hut to Kibo Hut]

* Meals: Breakfast. Lunch and Dinner.
* Accommodation: Kibo Hut - Camping Accommodation

Day 4: Summit Attempt

Kibo hut (4700m) – Uhuru Peak (5895m) – Horombo Hut (3720m)
Hiking time: 8 hours to Uhuru and 6 hours to Horombo
Distance: Approximately 6 kilometers ascent and 21 kilometers descent
Habitat: Stone scree and ice-capped summit

Your guide will wake you around 23:30 for tea and biscuits. You will then begin your summit attempt. The trail is rocky up to Hans Meyer Cave (5150m). You continue your ascent to Gillman’s point (5681m). Reaching this section is an impressive achievement as the trail is steep, rocky, and at high altitude. Gillman’s is located on the crater rim. From this point, you will usually experience a snow covered trail until you reach the summit, Uhuru Peak (5895m). Reaching the summit of Mt. Kilimanjaro is a lifetime accomplishment! You will be able to spend a short time on the summit taking photographs and drinking tea before the descent to Barafu begins. The hike down to Kibo Hut takes about 3 hours.
At Kibo Hut, you will rest and enjoy a hot lunch in the sun. After eating, you will continue descending down to Horombo Hut (3720m). You will have a dinner, wash, and rest soundly at the hut after a strenuous day.

* Meals: Breakfast. Lunch and Dinner.
* Accommodation: Horombo Hut - Camping Accommodation

Day 5: Horombo Hut (3720m) – Marangu Gate (1980m)

Hiking time: 6 hours
Distance: Approximately 27 kilometers

Following a well-deserved breakfast, your staff will have a big celebration full of dancing and singing. It is here on the mountain that you will present your tips to the guide, assistant guides, chef(s), and porters. After celebrating, you will descend for 6 hours back to Marangu Gate (1980m). The National Park requires all hikers to sign their names to receive certificates of completion. Hikers who reached Gillman’s Point (5681m) receive green certificates and hikers who reached Uhuru Peak (5895m) receive gold certificates. After receiving certificates, you will drive back to Arusha for long overdue showers and more celebrations.

* Meals: Breakfast. Lunch and Dinner.
* Accommodation: Green Mountain Hotel - Semi - Luxury Accommodation

Day 6: Arusha to Lake Manyara National Park

Distance: 130 km
Non – game viewing time : 2 – 3 hrs

After breakfast the tour departs. First stop is Arusha Town for any last minute purchases before you head off on safari. Afterwards you head to Lake Manyara. Lake Manyara National Park offers breathtaking views and a large variety of habitats. Acacia woodlands, water forests, baobab strewn cliffs, algae-streaked hot springs, swamps and the lake itself. And thanks to this the small Park is able to support a large number of animal species and incredible bird life. Manyara has the largest concentration of baboons anywhere in the world and the lions here are also renowned for their tree climbing. Dinner and overnight at Flamingo Safari Lodge.

* Meals: Breakfast. Lunch and Dinner.
* Accommodation: Flamingo Safari Lodge- Semi - Luxury Accommodation
* Guide: Professional English guide or other requested by the client.
* Kids allowed:0+
* Difficulties: Low

Day 7: Lake Manyara to Ngorongoro Crater to Arusha

Distance: 210 km
Non – game viewing time: 3 – 4 hrs

After an early breakfast to your lodge you will head to Ngorongoro crater. You will descend over 600 meters into the crater to view wildlife. Supported by a year round water supply and fodder, the Ngorongoro conservation Area supports avast variety of animals, which include herds of wildebeest, zebra, buffalo, eland, warthog, hippo, and giant African elephants. Another big draw card to this picturesque national park, is it’s dense population of predators, which include lions, hyenas, jackals, cheetahs and the ever-elusive leopard, which sometimes requires a trained eye to spot. You will visit Lake Magadi, a large but shallow alkaline lake in the southwestern corner, which is one of the main features of the crater. A large number of flamingos, hippos and other water birds can usually been seen here. Late afternoon transfer to Arusha For dinner and Overnight or airport drop off.

Items included:
* Accommodation Before & During Safari.
* Transportation in 4×4 safari vehicle
* Professional, English speaking guide
* Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
* Mineral water
* Overnight Accommodation as requested.
* Airport Transfer
* All national park fees

Items not included:
* Alcoholic and soft drinks
* Visa fees
* Tips to Driver/Guide ($20/group/Day)
* Personal spending monies for souvenirs etc.
* Travel insurance
* Climbing Gears