5 Days Best Luxury Kilimanjaro Tanzania and Zanzibar Trip
Our 5 Days Best Luxury Kilimanjaro Tanzania and Zanzibar Trip begins with a scenic short hike on the legendary slopes of Mount Kilimanjaro, offering breathtaking views and cultural experiences around Moshi and Marangu villages. Your Kilimanjaro Tanzania and Zanzibar Trip provides the perfect introduction to Africa's highest peak without the commitment of a full summit attempt. The mountain portion allows you to experience Kilimanjaro's unique ecosystems, from cultivated farmlands to pristine montane forests, making this Kilimanjaro Tanzania and Zanzibar Trip ideal for travelers seeking both adventure and comfort.
Following your mountain exploration, this Kilimanjaro Tanzania and Zanzibar Trip transitions seamlessly to the pristine beaches and rich cultural heritage of Zanzibar's Unguja Island. The spice island paradise offers world-class luxury accommodations, crystal-clear Indian Ocean waters, and fascinating Stone Town exploration opportunities. Your Kilimanjaro Tanzania and Zanzibar Trip includes visits to historic spice plantations, UNESCO World Heritage sites, and some of East Africa's most beautiful beaches. The contrast between Kilimanjaro's mountain landscapes and Zanzibar's tropical coastline creates an incredibly diverse travel experience. This Kilimanjaro Tanzania and Zanzibar Trip ensures you experience both mainland Tanzania's natural wonders and the archipelago's exotic island culture.
The luxury focus of this Kilimanjaro Tanzania and Zanzibar Trip guarantees premium accommodations, private transfers, and personalized service throughout your journey. Professional guides provide expert knowledge about both Kilimanjaro's geology and ecosystems and Zanzibar's fascinating history and cultural traditions. Your Kilimanjaro Tanzania and Zanzibar Trip includes carefully selected luxury lodges and beach resorts that offer world-class amenities and stunning locations. This exclusive Kilimanjaro Tanzania and Zanzibar Trip combines adventure, relaxation, culture, and luxury to create the ultimate Tanzanian holiday experience. The five-day duration provides sufficient time to appreciate both destinations while maintaining a comfortable, unhurried pace perfect for discerning travelers.
Tour highlights
Day 1: Arrival and pick up from Kilimanjaro International Airport, transfer to Moshi
Day 2: Proceed to Kilimanjaro short hike via Marangu Gate to Mandara Hut
Day 3: Transfer to Zanzibar via domestic flight and Stone Town exploration
Day 4: Continue with spice tour and transfer to luxury beach resort
Day 5: Proceed to beach relaxation and departure transfer to Zanzibar Airport
Price Includes:
- Park fees for Mount Kilimanjaro National Park
- All activities as mentioned in the itinerary
- Ground transport per 4WD custom safari vehicle
- Bottled water in the safari vehicle throughout the journey
- Full board accommodation as mentioned in the itinerary (luxury lodges and beach resort)
- Service of an English-speaking driver-guide and mountain guide
- Driver and guide allowances
- All mentioned activities except for the optional ones
- Domestic flight from Kilimanjaro to Zanzibar
- Airport transfers in both destinations
- Stone Town guided tour
- Spice plantation tour
Price Excludes:
- Tanzania Visa fees
- International and internal flights (except included domestic flight)
- Personal needs such as gratuities, beverages, etc.
- Visa processing fees
- Air ticket costs for international flights
- Optional activities not mentioned in the itinerary
- Laundry fees
- Tips for guides, drivers, and resort staff
- Life insurance coverage
- Other drinks apart from water
- Spa treatments and resort extras
- Travel insurance (recommended)
- Water sports equipment rental
- Souvenirs and personal shopping
Itinary in details
- Day1Arrival and pick up from Kilimanjaro International Airport, transfer to Moshi
Your luxury Kilimanjaro Tanzania and Zanzibar Trip begins with arrival and pick up from Kilimanjaro International Airport, located 46 kilometers from Moshi town in the shadow of Africa's highest mountain. Upon arrival, our premium English-speaking driver-guide welcomes you with a personalized greeting and provides a comprehensive briefing about your upcoming Kilimanjaro Tanzania and Zanzibar Trip adventure. The scenic 1-hour transfer to your luxury accommodation in Moshi covers beautiful landscapes of coffee plantations and traditional Chagga villages, offering first glimpses of Mount Kilimanjaro's magnificent presence. Your first evening of this Kilimanjaro Tanzania and Zanzibar Trip includes welcome dinner at your luxury lodge, equipment briefing for tomorrow's hike, and relaxation while enjoying stunning mountain views from your premium accommodations.
- Day2Proceed to Kilimanjaro short hike via Marangu Gate to Mandara Hut
Proceed to your Kilimanjaro short hike adventure starting at Marangu Gate at 1,860 meters altitude, the famous "Coca-Cola Route" entrance that launches the hiking portion of your Kilimanjaro Tanzania and Zanzibar Trip. The 45-minute drive from Moshi covers 28 kilometers through lush coffee estates and banana plantations, arriving at the gate for registration and final preparations for your Kilimanjaro Tanzania and Zanzibar Trip mountain experience. Your guided trek to Mandara Hut at 2,700 meters altitude takes 3-4 hours covering 8 kilometers through pristine montane rainforest inhabited by colobus monkeys, blue monkeys, and over 100 bird species. This moderate hike perfectly introduces you to Kilimanjaro's diverse ecosystems without extreme altitude challenges, making it an ideal component of your luxury Kilimanjaro Tanzania and Zanzibar Trip that combines adventure with comfort and accessibility.
- Day3Transfer to Zanzibar via domestic flight and Stone Town exploration
Transfer to Zanzibar marks the transition from mountain adventure to tropical paradise in your luxury Kilimanjaro Tanzania and Zanzibar Trip, beginning with an early morning domestic flight from Kilimanjaro Airport. The scenic 1.5-hour flight covers 480 kilometers over the Tanzanian mainland and Indian Ocean, offering spectacular aerial views as you travel from the Kilimanjaro region to the Zanzibar Archipelago. Upon arrival at Abeid Amani Karume International Airport, your Kilimanjaro Tanzania and Zanzibar Trip continues with immediate transfer to Stone Town, the UNESCO World Heritage historic center located 8 kilometers from the airport. Your afternoon exploration of Stone Town includes visits to the House of Wonders, Sultan's Palace, Forodhani Gardens, and the famous spice markets, immersing you in the rich cultural heritage that makes this Kilimanjaro Tanzania and Zanzibar Trip so uniquely diverse and fascinating.
- Day4Continue with spice tour and transfer to luxury beach resort
Continue with a comprehensive spice plantation tour that showcases Zanzibar's famous "Spice Island" heritage, adding cultural depth to your luxury Kilimanjaro Tanzania and Zanzibar Trip experience. The half-day tour visits working plantations where you'll see, smell, and taste cardamom, cinnamon, nutmeg, vanilla, and cloves that made Zanzibar wealthy during the 19th century spice trade era. Your Kilimanjaro Tanzania and Zanzibar Trip then transitions to pure relaxation with transfer to your luxury beach resort on Zanzibar's pristine eastern coastline, approximately 45 minutes from Stone Town. The afternoon and evening are dedicated to settling into your oceanfront luxury accommodations, enjoying world-class spa treatments, and beginning the beach relaxation phase of your Kilimanjaro Tanzania and Zanzibar Trip while watching spectacular Indian Ocean sunsets from your private beach location.
- Day5Proceed to beach relaxation and departure transfer to Zanzibar Airport
Proceed to your final day of beach relaxation and luxury resort amenities, maximizing the tropical paradise conclusion of your Kilimanjaro Tanzania and Zanzibar Trip. Your morning includes optional water activities such as snorkeling, kayaking, or simply lounging on powder-white sand beaches beside turquoise Indian Ocean waters that define Zanzibar's reputation as an exotic destination. The luxury resort facilities provide world-class dining, spa services, and infinity pools, ensuring your final Kilimanjaro Tanzania and Zanzibar Trip experiences maintain the premium standards established throughout your journey. Your departure transfer to Abeid Amani Karume International Airport takes 1 hour covering 65 kilometers, allowing time for last-minute souvenir shopping and reflection on your incredible Kilimanjaro Tanzania and Zanzibar Trip memories before connecting to international flights or extending your East African adventure.