8 Days Best Kilimanjaro Tour and Serengeti and Zanzibar Tour
This 8 Days Best Kilimanjaro Tour and Serengeti and Zanzibar Tour begins with conquering Africa's highest peak, Mount Kilimanjaro, known locally as "Kilima Njaro" (Mountain of Whiteness). This comprehensive Kilimanjaro Tour and Serengeti and Zanzibar Tour showcases the diversity of Tanzania, from snow-capped peaks to endless savannas and pristine beaches. The expertly crafted itinerary ensures you experience the best of each destination while maintaining comfortable pacing throughout your journey.
Your Kilimanjaro Tour and Serengeti and Zanzibar Tour continues with thrilling wildlife encounters in the world-famous Serengeti National Park, home to the Great Migration. This remarkable Kilimanjaro Tour and Serengeti and Zanzibar Tour allows you to witness the Big Five in their natural habitat while staying in luxury safari lodges. The adventure concludes with relaxation on Zanzibar's spice-scented beaches, where turquoise waters meet powder-white sand. This perfect combination creates memories that will last a lifetime during your Kilimanjaro Tour and Serengeti and Zanzibar Tour experience.
The carefully planned Kilimanjaro Tour and Serengeti and Zanzibar Tour offers seamless transitions between destinations with expert guides and premium accommodations throughout. From the challenging ascent of Uhuru Peak to the endless plains of "Siringet" (Endless Plains) and the cultural richness of "Unguja" (Zanzibar Island), every moment is designed to exceed expectations. This all-encompassing Kilimanjaro Tour and Serengeti and Zanzibar Tour represents the ultimate Tanzanian adventure, combining physical challenge, wildlife spectacle, and tropical paradise. Your journey will be enhanced by knowledgeable local guides who share their deep understanding of each unique ecosystem and cultural heritage.
Tour highlights
Day 1: Pick Up from Kilimanjaro International Airport and Transfer to Moshi
Day 2: Proceed to Machame Gate for Kilimanjaro Trekking Adventure
Day 3: Continue Kilimanjaro Ascent to Uhuru Peak via Machame Route
Day 4: Transfer to Serengeti National Park for Classic Big Five Safari
Day 5: Proceed with Morning Game Drive in Central Serengeti
Day 6: Continue Safari Experience with Ngorongoro Crater Exploration
Day 7: Transfer to Zanzibar Island for Spice Tour and Beach Relaxation
Day 8: Continue Beach Holiday with Stone Town Cultural Experience
Price Includes:
- Park fees for Kilimanjaro National Park, Serengeti, and Ngorongoro
- All activities mentioned in the itinerary
- Ground transport in custom 4x4 safari vehicles
- Bottled water during treks and safari drives
- Full board accommodation at mountain huts, safari lodges, and beach resorts
- Professional English-speaking Mountain guides and safari driver-guides
- Porter services and camping equipment for the Kilimanjaro trek
- Driver allowances and park fees
- All mentioned activities (excluding optional experiences)
Price Excludes:
- Tanzania Visa (where applicable)
- International and internal flights
- Personal expenses and gratuities
- Optional activities (diving, fishing, spa treatments)
- Laundry services
- Travel insurance
- Beverages beyond provided water
- Tips for guides, porters, and hotel staff
Itinary in details
- Day1Pick Up from Kilimanjaro International Airport and Transfer to Moshi
Your Kilimanjaro Tour and Serengeti and Zanzibar Tour begins with a warm welcome at Kilimanjaro International Airport, located 46 kilometers from Moshi town. This exciting Kilimanjaro Tour and Serengeti and Zanzibar Tour day includes a scenic 1-hour transfer to your comfortable accommodation in Moshi, situated at 900 meters elevation on the slopes of Mount Kilimanjaro. Your Kilimanjaro Tour and Serengeti and Zanzibar Tour experience starts with a comprehensive briefing about tomorrow's trek, equipment check, and dinner at your lodge while gazing at the majestic peaks of "Kilima Njaro" towering above at 5,895 meters.
- Day2Proceed to Machame Gate for Kilimanjaro Trekking Adventure
Today your Kilimanjaro Tour and Serengeti and Zanzibar Tour continues with an early morning transfer to Machame Gate, located 35 kilometers from Moshi at 1,640 meters elevation. This challenging phase of your Kilimanjaro Tour and Serengeti and Zanzibar Tour includes registration procedures before beginning the 5-6 hour trek through lush rainforest to Machame Camp at 2,850 meters. Your Kilimanjaro Tour and Serengeti and Zanzibar Tour adventure intensifies as you navigate the "Machame Route," known locally as the "Whiskey Route," while your expert guides share knowledge about the mountain's unique ecosystems and local Chagga culture.
- Day3Continue Kilimanjaro Ascent to Uhuru Peak via Machame Route
The most exhilarating day of your Kilimanjaro Tour and Serengeti and Zanzibar Tour begins with a midnight departure for the summit attempt to Uhuru Peak at 5,895 meters. This pinnacle moment of your Kilimanjaro Tour and Serengeti and Zanzibar Tour involves a challenging 6-7 hour ascent through the arctic zone, crossing Stella Point at 5,756 meters before reaching Africa's highest point. Your Kilimanjaro Tour and Serengeti and Zanzibar Tour achievement is celebrated with sunrise views over the "Roof of Africa" before descending to Mweka Camp at 3,100 meters, covering approximately 15 kilometers of terrain through multiple climate zones.
- Day4Transfer to Serengeti National Park for Classic Big Five Safari
Your Kilimanjaro Tour and Serengeti and Zanzibar Tour transitions today with a morning descent to Mweka Gate, followed by a 4-hour transfer to Kilimanjaro Airport for your flight to Serengeti National Park. This wildlife phase of your Kilimanjaro Tour and Serengeti and Zanzibar Tour begins with arrival at Seronera Airstrip, located in the heart of the endless plains known locally as "Siringet." Your Kilimanjaro Tour and Serengeti and Zanzibar Tour continues with an afternoon game drive through the Central Serengeti, covering 14,750 square kilometers of pristine wilderness while searching for the Big Five and witnessing the Great Migration dynamics.
- Day5Proceed with Morning Game Drive in Central Serengeti
Dawn breaks on your Kilimanjaro Tour and Serengeti and Zanzibar Tour with the sounds of the African savanna as you embark on a full-day game drive through the Central Serengeti ecosystem. This thrilling day of your Kilimanjaro Tour and Serengeti and Zanzibar Tour focuses on tracking the Big Five across the Seronera Valley, known locally as "Seronera" (flowing water), where permanent rivers attract diverse wildlife year-round. Your Kilimanjaro Tour and Serengeti and Zanzibar Tour experience includes picnic lunch in the bush while observing the interaction between predators and prey, with opportunities to witness lions, leopards, and cheetahs in their natural habitat spanning endless golden grasslands.
- Day6Continue Safari Experience with Ngorongoro Crater Exploration
Your Kilimanjaro Tour and Serengeti and Zanzibar Tour continues with an early morning transfer to Ngorongoro Crater, a 2-hour drive covering 120 kilometers through the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. This spectacular day of your Kilimanjaro Tour and Serengeti and Zanzibar Tour includes descending 600 meters into the world's largest intact volcanic caldera, known locally as "Ngorongoro" (gift of life). Your Kilimanjaro Tour and Serengeti and Zanzibar Tour adventure culminates with game viewing in this UNESCO World Heritage Site, home to over 30,000 animals including the rare black rhino, before ascending to your crater rim lodge for dinner with panoramic views.
- Day7Transfer to Zanzibar Island for Spice Tour and Beach Relaxation
Today your Kilimanjaro Tour and Serengeti and Zanzibar Tour transitions to tropical paradise with a morning flight from Arusha to Zanzibar, covering 350 kilometers in just 1.5 hours. This relaxing phase of your Kilimanjaro Tour and Serengeti and Zanzibar Tour begins with arrival at Abeid Amani Karume International Airport, followed by a fascinating spice tour through plantations where cloves, cinnamon, and cardamom grow in abundance. Your Kilimanjaro Tour and Serengeti and Zanzibar Tour continues with transfer to your beachfront resort on the pristine shores of "Unguja" (Zanzibar Island), where you'll unwind with sunset cocktails overlooking the turquoise waters of the Indian Ocean.
- Day8Continue Beach Holiday with Stone Town Cultural Experience
The final day of your Kilimanjaro Tour and Serengeti and Zanzibar Tour combines cultural exploration with beach relaxation in the historic Stone Town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This concluding day of your Kilimanjaro Tour and Serengeti and Zanzibar Tour includes a guided walking tour through narrow alleyways lined with centuries-old buildings, spice markets, and the famous House of Wonders, known locally as "Beit-al-Ajaib." Your memorable Kilimanjaro Tour and Serengeti and Zanzibar Tour concludes with leisure time on pristine beaches, optional water sports, and a farewell dinner featuring Swahili cuisine, before your evening transfer to the airport for departure with unforgettable memories of Tanzania's diverse landscapes and cultures.