6 Days Kilimanjaro Tour and Serengeti and Zanzibar Trip
This 6 Days Kilimanjaro Tour and Serengeti and Zanzibar Trip begins with a short but thrilling hike on Mount Kilimanjaro, Africa's highest peak, offering breathtaking views and unforgettable mountain experiences. Your Kilimanjaro Tour and Serengeti and Zanzibar Trip continues through the legendary Serengeti National Park, home to the Great Migration and incredible wildlife encounters. The adventure concludes with a relaxing beach holiday on Zanzibar's pristine shores, creating the perfect balance of adventure and relaxation.
This Kilimanjaro Tour and Serengeti and Zanzibar Trip showcases Tanzania's remarkable diversity from towering mountain peaks to endless savannah plains. You'll explore the foothills of Kilimanjaro through scenic day hiking trails that reveal stunning landscapes and unique flora. The Serengeti portion delivers world-class wildlife viewing including the Big Five, with lions, leopards, elephants, buffalo, and the rare rhinoceros. Your comprehensive experience includes witnessing the annual wildebeest migration, one of nature's most spectacular events that defines this incredible region.
The Kilimanjaro Tour and Serengeti and Zanzibar Trip concludes with pure tropical bliss on Zanzibar's spice-scented islands. This Indian Ocean paradise offers crystal-clear waters, white sandy beaches, and rich Swahili cultural heritage that perfectly complements your mainland adventures. Experience snorkeling, sunset dhow cruises, and Stone Town exploration while unwinding from your mountain and safari experiences. This perfectly balanced itinerary ensures you experience Tanzania's complete natural and cultural treasures in just six unforgettable days of adventure.
Tour highlights
Day 1: Arrival and pick up from Kilimanjaro International Airport, Moshi
Day 2: Transfer to Kilimanjaro foothills for a short mountain hiking adventure
Day 3: Proceed to Serengeti National Park for a classic Big Five safari
Day 4: Continue with full-day Serengeti game drives and wildebeest migration viewing
Day 5: Transfer to Zanzibar for a tropical beach holiday and Stone Town exploration
Day 6: Continue with Zanzibar beach activities and departure transfer
Price Includes:
- Park fees for Mount Kilimanjaro National Park and Serengeti 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
- Driver allowances and accommodation
- All mentioned activities except for the optional ones
- Internal flight from Serengeti to Zanzibar
- Mountain hiking guide and equipment
- Airport transfers in Moshi and Zanzibar
Price Excludes:
- Tanzania Visa fees
- International and internal flights (except Serengeti to Zanzibar)
- Personal needs such as gratuities, beverages, etc.
- Visa processing fees
- Air ticket costs for international travel
- Optional activities not mentioned in the itinerary
- Laundry fees
- Tips for guides, drivers, and hotel staff
- Life insurance coverage
- Other drinks apart from water
- Personal hiking equipment
- Travel insurance (highly recommended)
- Zanzibar spice tour (optional)
- Stone Town guided tours (optional)
Itinary in details
- Day1Arrival and pick up from Kilimanjaro International Airport, Moshi
Your Kilimanjaro Tour and Serengeti and Zanzibar Trip begins with arrival and pick up from Kilimanjaro International Airport, located 46 kilometers from Moshi town in northern Tanzania. Upon arrival, our professional English-speaking driver-guide will warmly welcome you and provide a comprehensive overview of your upcoming Kilimanjaro Tour and Serengeti and Zanzibar Trip adventure. The scenic 1-hour transfer to Moshi covers beautiful landscapes with views of Mount Kilimanjaro and local Chagga villages, setting the perfect tone for your journey. This first day allows you to acclimatize to Tanzania's altitude and climate while preparing for the exciting Kilimanjaro Tour and Serengeti and Zanzibar Trip experiences that await, including optional Moshi town exploration and local market visits.
- Day2Transfer to Kilimanjaro foothills for a short mountain hiking adventure
Transfer to the magnificent Kilimanjaro foothills for an exhilarating short mountain hiking experience that highlights your Kilimanjaro Tour and Serengeti and Zanzibar Trip adventure. The 45-minute drive covers 35 kilometers from Moshi to Machame village at 1,490 meters altitude, passing through lush coffee plantations and traditional Chagga homesteads. Your guided day hike explores the lower slopes of Africa's highest peak, reaching 2,500 meters altitude while experiencing diverse ecosystems from tropical forests to montane heathlands, making this Kilimanjaro Tour and Serengeti and Zanzibar Trip truly exceptional. This 6-hour hiking adventure offers spectacular mountain views, unique flora and fauna encounters, and insight into local mountain culture, perfectly launching your Kilimanjaro Tour and Serengeti and Zanzibar Trip with unforgettable memories.
- Day3Proceed to Serengeti National Park for a classic Big Five safari
Proceed to the world-famous Serengeti National Park for the wildlife safari portion of your Kilimanjaro Tour and Serengeti and Zanzibar Trip, departing early morning for this legendary destination. The scenic 280-kilometer journey takes approximately 5 hours through the stunning Ngorongoro Conservation Area, offering glimpses of Maasai communities and dramatic crater views. Upon entering Serengeti's endless plains, you'll immediately understand why this Kilimanjaro Tour and Serengeti and Zanzibar Trip combination ranks among Africa's premier adventures, with abundant wildlife visible from the moment you arrive. Your afternoon game drive introduces you to the Big Five animals including lions, leopards, elephants, buffalo, and with luck, the rare black rhinoceros, making this Kilimanjaro Tour and Serengeti and Zanzibar Trip an exceptional wildlife experience.
- Day4Continue with full-day Serengeti game drives and wildebeest migration viewing
Continue with intensive full-day game drives throughout Serengeti National Park, the highlight of your Kilimanjaro Tour and Serengeti and Zanzibar Trip wildlife viewing experience. Early morning and afternoon game drives maximize wildlife encounter opportunities across the park's 14,750 square kilometers of pristine savannah ecosystem. The Serengeti's diverse habitats support over 70 large mammal species and 500 bird species, ensuring your Kilimanjaro Tour and Serengeti and Zanzibar Trip delivers incredible biodiversity experiences throughout the day. During peak migration seasons, witness millions of wildebeest, zebras, and gazelles traversing the plains in nature's greatest spectacle, creating unforgettable moments that define your Kilimanjaro Tour and Serengeti and Zanzibar Trip adventure.
- Day5Transfer to Zanzibar for a tropical beach holiday and Stone Town exploration
Transfer to the exotic spice island of Zanzibar for the tropical beach holiday segment of your Kilimanjaro Tour and Serengeti and Zanzibar Trip adventure. The morning flight from Seronera airstrip to Zanzibar takes 2 hours, offering aerial views of Tanzania's diverse landscapes from savannah plains to Indian Ocean coastlines. Upon arrival at Abeid Amani Karume International Airport, you'll immediately sense Zanzibar's unique Swahili atmosphere that perfectly complements your Kilimanjaro Tour and Serengeti and Zanzibar Trip experience. Your afternoon includes Stone Town exploration, a UNESCO World Heritage site featuring narrow alleys, historic buildings, and vibrant markets, before settling into beachfront accommodations that complete your Kilimanjaro Tour and Serengeti and Zanzibar Trip with tropical paradise relaxation.
- Day6Continue with Zanzibar beach activities and departure transfer
Continue with your final day of Zanzibar beach activities, concluding your incredible Kilimanjaro Tour and Serengeti and Zanzibar Trip with tropical bliss and cultural immersion. Morning options include snorkeling in crystal-clear waters, spice farm tours showcasing Zanzibar's famous cloves and cinnamon, or relaxing on pristine white sand beaches that define this Indian Ocean paradise. Your Kilimanjaro Tour and Serengeti and Zanzibar Trip concludes with optional sunset dhow cruise experiences, traditional sailing vessels that have plied these waters for centuries, offering magical end-of-trip photography opportunities. The 45-minute transfer to Zanzibar airport covers 10 kilometers through Stone Town's historic streets, providing final glimpses of Swahili culture before your departure, ensuring your Kilimanjaro Tour and Serengeti and Zanzibar Trip concludes with lasting memories of Tanzania's incredible diversity.