Maasai Guide, Tanzania, Africa

 

Colobus Monkeys, East Africa

2008 Dates:

Dec 24- Jan 09, 2009

2009 Dates:

Feb 24- Mar 12
Jul 22- Aug 07

2008 Prices:

Deluxe Services

$6195* (8-10 members)
$6650* (4-7 members)
Single Supplement $700
4% Discount for Cash Payments

*Prices include all park fees. Please note the Tanzanian government may add a 20% VAT (Value Added Tax) in 2008-09. Prices are subject to increases.

Custom departures and prices available

Please Note: Permits and spaces are limited and a minimum of six months advanced booking is recommended. 

2009 Prices:

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Tanzania, Africa: Kilimanjaro Climb and Serengeti Safari

The Adventure:

No place in Africa captures the imagination quite like Tanzania.  From the snow-capped summit of Kilimanjaro, the highest peak in Africa at 19,340 feet, to the wildlife-filled plains of the Serengeti to the coral reefs and beaches of Zanzibar.  Tanzania is a fascinating country situated in East Africa and bordering the Indian Ocean. It has great natural beauty and extensive protected land whose unique ecosystems are unparalleled.

In addition to its wildlife and stunning scenery, Tanzania is a melting pot of cultures and religion, with over 100 ethnic groups living peacefully together.  If the land doesn’t call you back again and again, then, certainly, the people will. 

Climb to the "roof of Africa" on Mt. Kilimanjaro (19,340 feet/5,861 meters).  The highest peak in Africa and one of the "Seven Summits".  We will climb the Western Breach via the non-technical Shira Plateau Route.  This route has a near 100% success rate!  

The climb will be followed by a fascinating 5-Day Safari with private luxury tent camps in Serengeti National Park and Ngorongoro Crater Conservation Area.  The safari travels by comfortable four-wheel drive land cruisers with three large game viewing hatches that will give you a good look at the best of Africa. 

Trip Summary:

• Climb to the highest point in Africa on the Shira Plateau
• Eight days of challenging hiking at high altitude
• Five-day wildlife driving safari with private luxury tent camps
• See the Wildebeest migration across the Serengeti
• Experience Maasai culture first-hand

Brief Itinerary:

Day 1- Depart the US
Day 2- Arrive Kilimanjaro International Airport in Arusha, Tanzania
Day 3- Prep day at private Arusha Luxury Camp-6,000'
Day 4- Begin expedition in Kilimanjaro National Park-9,000'
Day 5- Trek to Shira Camp-11,300'
Day 6- Trek to Fischer's Camp-12,950'
Day 7- Trek to Lava Tower-14,300'
Day 8- Trek to Arrow Glacier-16,000'
Day 9- Trek to Summit Crater Camp-18,500'
Day 10- Summit Day-19,340'! Descend to Mweka Camp-10,500'
Day 11- Continue 4,500' descent, return to Arusha, O/N Hotel
Day 12- Begin Safari, Ngorongoro Crater Luxury Tent Camp
Day 13- Descend into Ngorongoro Crater, view a variety of wildlife
Day 14- Drive to the Serengeti Plains for maximum game viewing
Day 15- Second day to explore the Serengeti, Luxury Tent Camp
Day 16- Return to Arusha for celebration dinner, showers and flights
Day 17- Arrive Home

Detailed Kilimanjaro Climb and Safari Itinerary:

View Detailed Kilimanjaro Climb and Serengeti Safari Itinerary

Additional Information:

What is included with Deluxe Services?
Download Detailed Kilimanjaro Climb and Safari Itinerary (PDF)
Download Reservation Packet (PDF)