6 Days Kilimanjaro Tanzania Tours and Amboseli Kenya Safari
This 6 Days Kilimanjaro Tanzania Tours and Amboseli Kenya Safari begins in Tanzania with short Kilimanjaro hiking tours, offering breathtaking views and cultural encounters around Africa's highest peak. Your Kilimanjaro Tanzania Tours and Kenya Safari journey provides the perfect introduction to East Africa's most iconic mountain without the commitment of a full summit attempt. The adventure seamlessly blends mountain exploration with classic safari experiences, creating unforgettable memories across two remarkable countries.
Your Kilimanjaro Tanzania Tours and Kenya Safari continues with spectacular wildlife encounters in Kenya's renowned Amboseli National Park, famous worldwide for its elephant populations. The park's unique position offers unparalleled photographic opportunities with Mount Kilimanjaro serving as a magnificent backdrop to your game viewing experiences. This Kilimanjaro Tanzania Tours and Kenya Safari combination allows you to appreciate Africa's highest mountain from multiple perspectives - first up close during hiking, then from the Kenyan plains. Amboseli's diverse ecosystems support incredible wildlife diversity including the Big Five, numerous antelope species, and over 400 bird varieties.
The Kilimanjaro Tanzania Tours and Kenya Safari concludes with intensive game drives through Amboseli's varied landscapes, from acacia woodlands to seasonal swamps. This comprehensive adventure showcases the best of both countries' natural wonders within six action-packed days, making it perfect for travelers with limited time. Your Kilimanjaro Tanzania Tours and Kenya Safari experience includes cultural interactions with local Maasai communities, adding authentic East African cultural elements to your journey. This unique itinerary ensures maximum adventure value while providing comfortable accommodations and expert guiding throughout your cross-border exploration.
Tour highlights
Day 1: Arrival and pick up from Kilimanjaro International Airport, Moshi
Day 2: Transfer to Machame Gate for a short Kilimanjaro hiking tour
Day 3: Proceed to Marangu village cultural tour and Chala Crater Lake visit
Day 4: Continue with transfer to Amboseli National Park via Namanga border
Day 5: Proceed to full-day game viewing in Amboseli with Mount Kilimanjaro views
Day 6: Continue with morning game drive and departure transfer to Nairobi
Price Includes:
- Park fees for Mount Kilimanjaro National Park and Amboseli 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
- Service of an English-speaking driver-guide and mountain guide
- Driver and guide allowances
- All mentioned activities except for the optional ones
- Cultural tour fees and village visits
- Crater Lake visit entrance fees
- Border crossing assistance
Price Excludes:
- Kenya and Tanzania Visa fees
- International and internal flights
- Personal needs such as gratuities, beverages, etc.
- Visa processing fees
- Air ticket costs
- Optional activities not mentioned in the itinerary
- Laundry fees
- Tips for guides, drivers, and porters
- Life insurance coverage
- Other drinks apart from water
- Personal hiking equipment and gear
- Travel insurance (recommended)
- Souvenir purchases and personal shopping
Itinary in details
- Day1Arrival and pick up from Kilimanjaro International Airport, Moshi
Your Kilimanjaro Tanzania Tours and Kenya Safari adventure begins with arrival and pick up from Kilimanjaro International Airport, located strategically between Moshi and Arusha towns. Upon landing, our experienced English-speaking guide warmly welcomes you and provides a comprehensive briefing about your upcoming Kilimanjaro Tanzania Tours and Kenya Safari expedition across two beautiful East African countries. The scenic 45-minute transfer to Moshi town covers 42 kilometers through lush coffee plantations and banana farms, offering your first glimpse of rural Tanzanian life. This initial day of your Kilimanjaro Tanzania Tours and Kenya Safari allows for rest, acclimatization to the altitude, and final preparations for tomorrow's mountain hiking adventure around Africa's legendary peak.
- Day2Transfer to Machame Gate for a short Kilimanjaro hiking tour
Transfer to Machame Gate at 1,640 meters altitude marks the exciting beginning of the hiking portion of your Kilimanjaro Tanzania Tours and Kenya Safari experience. The 28-kilometer drive from Moshi takes approximately 45 minutes through picturesque Chagga villages and coffee farms that thrive on Kilimanjaro's fertile lower slopes. Your Kilimanjaro Tanzania Tours and Kenya Safari continues with a guided 4-5 hour hike through the lush montane rainforest to Machame Camp at 2,835 meters, experiencing diverse flora and fauna. This shorter Kilimanjaro trek provides incredible mountain views, encounters with colobus monkeys, and the satisfaction of hiking Africa's highest peak without the physical demands of a full summit attempt, perfectly complementing your upcoming Kilimanjaro Tanzania Tours and Kenya Safari wildlife experiences.
- Day3Proceed to Marangu village cultural tour and Chala Crater Lake visit
Proceed to the historic Marangu village, known as the "Coca-Cola route" starting point, for an authentic cultural experience that enriches your Kilimanjaro Tanzania Tours and Kenya Safari adventure. The 65-kilometer journey from Machame area to Marangu takes 1.5 hours through scenic landscapes dotted with traditional Chagga homesteads and terraced farming systems. Your Kilimanjaro Tanzania Tours and Kenya Safari cultural exploration includes guided village walks, traditional coffee preparation demonstrations, and visits to ancient Chagga caves used historically for protection during tribal conflicts. The day concludes with a visit to stunning Lake Chala, a crater lake straddling the Kenya-Tanzania border, offering breathtaking views and the perfect transition point for your cross-border Kilimanjaro Tanzania Tours and Kenya Safari journey.
- Day4Continue with transfer to Amboseli National Park via Namanga border
Continue with your transfer to Amboseli National Park in Kenya, transitioning from the mountain hiking phase to the wildlife safari portion of your Kilimanjaro Tanzania Tours and Kenya Safari adventure. The 160-kilometer journey via the Namanga border crossing takes approximately 3.5 hours through changing landscapes from Kilimanjaro's foothills to Kenya's acacia-dotted plains. Border formalities provide an opportunity to purchase souvenirs and experience the vibrant cross-border trade that characterizes this region, adding cultural depth to your Kilimanjaro Tanzania Tours and Kenya Safari experience. Upon arrival in Amboseli, the afternoon game drive immediately showcases why this park is perfect for your Kilimanjaro Tanzania Tours and Kenya Safari combination, with Mount Kilimanjaro providing a spectacular backdrop to incredible elephant herds and diverse wildlife populations.
- Day5Proceed to full-day game viewing in Amboseli with Mount Kilimanjaro views
Proceed to intensive full-day game viewing in Amboseli National Park, the wildlife highlight of your Kilimanjaro Tanzania Tours and Kenya Safari expedition across East Africa. Early morning and late afternoon game drives offer optimal wildlife viewing opportunities when animals are most active, with Mount Kilimanjaro's snow-capped peak providing stunning photographic backdrops for your Kilimanjaro Tanzania Tours and Kenya Safari memories. The park's 392 square kilometers encompass diverse habitats including seasonal swamps, acacia woodlands, and open savannah plains that support large elephant populations, lions, leopards, buffalo, and numerous antelope species. This comprehensive day of wildlife exploration demonstrates why Amboseli perfectly complements the mountain experiences of your Kilimanjaro Tanzania Tours and Kenya Safari, offering unparalleled views of Africa's highest peak from the Kenyan perspective.
- Day6Continue with morning game drive and departure transfer to Nairobi
Continue with a final morning game drive in Amboseli National Park before concluding your memorable Kilimanjaro Tanzania Tours and Kenya Safari adventure with departure transfers. This last wildlife viewing opportunity provides final chances to photograph Amboseli's famous elephant families against Mount Kilimanjaro's magnificent backdrop, creating lasting memories of your cross-border Kilimanjaro Tanzania Tours and Kenya Safari experience. After lunch at your lodge, the 240-kilometer transfer to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport in Nairobi takes approximately 4 hours through Kenya's scenic Rift Valley landscapes. The journey provides time to reflect on your incredible Kilimanjaro Tanzania Tours and Kenya Safari accomplishments, from hiking Africa's highest mountain to witnessing spectacular wildlife in one of Kenya's most photogenic national parks.