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A day on Kilimanjaro and safari, 8 days

Tanzania 8 days Adventure Private, not in a group

from €5,700

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  • Safari jeep on a dirt track among the acacias
    Safari jeep on a dirt track among the acacias
  • Two people cycling at sunset on a rise above the savannah
    Two people cycling at sunset on a rise above the savannah
  • Elephant dusting itself in front of Kilimanjaro
    Elephant dusting itself in front of Kilimanjaro
Duration
8 days, 7 nights
Departures
On request, November 2026 – December 2027
Best time
January – February and June – September
Flights and insurance
Included in the price (flights from Italy)
Guide
Italian or English
Format
Private, not in a group

For those who want to set foot on Kilimanjaro without attempting the summit. A day’s trekking on the Lemosho route, the most scenic and least crowded, followed by six days of safari as far as the northern Serengeti. Return domestic flight included.

Why it is unique

It takes onto Kilimanjaro those who would rather not, or cannot, undertake a climb of several days: a day on the Lemosho route, from rainforest to the heather zone as far as Mti Mkubwa Camp and back. Then a safari that reaches the northern Serengeti and the Mara River, where few eight-day itineraries venture, with a domestic flight from Seronera that avoids the long drive back.

What the journey is like

The day on Kilimanjaro is demanding and suited to those who are fit. The rest is by private 4x4 jeep with pop-up roof and an Italian- or English-speaking guide: the village of Mto wa Mbu and its plantations, the descent into the Ngorongoro Crater, the Seronera valley and the north of the Serengeti, with nights in tented camps.

When to go

From June to October the Serengeti is dry; between July and September the Mara River crossings take place in the north. April and May, the months of the long rains, are not recommended, for trekking either.

Good to know

The Tanzanian visa, the compulsory NIC insurance (US$44) and tips for guides and porters are not included. There are baggage weight limits on the domestic flight: we will give you the details with your quote.

Day-by-day itinerary

  1. 1Day 1Arrival at Kilimanjaro

    Welcome, briefing and transfer to the Original Maasai Lodge for dinner and overnight.

  2. 2Day 2Trekking on the Lemosho route

    An early start towards Londorossi Gate: rainforest and the heather zone as far as Mti Mkubwa Camp and back. A demanding day, suited to those who are fit. Return to Arusha.

  3. 3Day 3Mto wa Mbu and a Maasai village

    A half day with a local guide in the village of Mto wa Mbu: the farms, mills, schools, markets and the banana plantation with more than 30 varieties.

  4. 4Day 4Ngorongoro Crater and the Serengeti

    Descent into the crater in the morning with a packed lunch, then transfer to the Serengeti. Night in a tented camp.

  5. 5Day 5Central Serengeti

    A day in the Seronera valley, among granite kopjes, umbrella acacias and pools frequented by hippos and crocodiles.

  6. 6Day 6Northern Serengeti

    Transfer north towards the Mara River, where the mass crossings of the migration take place between July and September. Night at the Mara River Camp in Kogatende.

  7. 7Day 7Back to the central Serengeti

    Game drive on the central plains in search of the Big Five. Dinner and overnight in a tented camp.

  8. 8Day 8Domestic flight and return home

    Transfer to the Seronera airstrip, flight to Arusha and onward to Kilimanjaro airport.

What you might see

  • Lion Very likely

    The Serengeti and Ngorongoro have some of the highest densities in Africa.

  • Elephant Very likely

    Large herds in Tarangire, especially in the dry season.

  • Giraffe, zebra and buffalo Very likely

    Found in all the northern parks.

  • Hippo Very likely

    In the pools at Seronera and in the crater.

  • Migrating wildebeest Likely

    All year round, but in great numbers only where the herds are passing that month.

  • Cheetah Likely

    On the open plains of the Serengeti and Ndutu.

  • Leopard Likely

    In the acacias along the rivers: patience is needed.

  • Black rhino Unlikely

    Almost exclusively in the Ngorongoro Crater, usually at a distance.

Indicative estimates. Nature can’t be booked: your guide knows where to look, but can’t guarantee a sighting.

When to go

Departures on request, November 2026 – December 2027

ideal good low season not recommended

Best time: January – February and June – September. Also good in March, October and December. Tap a month to use it in your quote request.

The climate, season by season

Kilimanjaro

Jan–Mar · Warm window
More settled, warmer weather at lower altitudes; the summit is often free of cloud. Up high, at night, it drops below −10 °C with the wind.
Jun–Oct · Dry window
The busiest season: settled skies and dry trails, colder at altitude than in January.
Apr–May and Nov · Rains
Long rains in April and May, short rains in November: muddy trails, poor visibility and possible snow up high.

Northern Tanzania

Jun–Oct · Dry season
Days between 24 and 28 °C, cool nights of 12–15 °C; on the rim of Ngorongoro, at 2,300 metres, it drops below 10 °C at dawn. Short grass and animals close to water: easier sightings, dusty tracks. You’ll need a jacket for morning game drives.
Nov–Dec · Short rains
Brief showers, usually in the afternoon, with 25–29 °C. The landscape turns green again and the herds move down to the southern Serengeti. Fewer vehicles at sightings.
Jan–Mar · Short dry season
Warm, 27–30 °C, with occasional rain. On the Ndutu plains the wildebeest calves are born and predators are at their most active.
Apr–May · Long rains
Frequent, heavy rain, some muddy tracks and several seasonal camps closed.

Indicative figures, averaged over recent years: with every quote we give you the latest picture.

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What the price includes

Included

  • Return international flight from Italy
  • Domestic flight Seronera – Arusha
  • Medical, baggage and cancellation insurance
  • Private 4x4 jeep with pop-up roof and unlimited mileage
  • Full board and accommodation as per the itinerary
  • Entry fees to the parks, the crater and Kilimanjaro National Park
  • Italian- or English-speaking guide
  • Airport transfers

Not included

  • Tanzanian entry visa and compulsory NIC insurance (US$44) · how to get it
  • Tips for guides and porters
  • Drinks with meals at the lodges and camps
  • Personal expenses and laundry
  • Anything not listed in the price

Before you go

Visas and documentsPassport, visas and eTA: what you need, where to apply and how far in advance.Health and safetyVaccinations, malaria, health insurance and practical advice.Your protectionWhat package travel law provides if something goes wrong.

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