9 Days Marangu And Tarangire Serengeti Ngorongoro Safari

9 Days Kilimanjaro Marangu And Tarangire Serengeti Ngorongoro Safari

9 Days Kilimanjaro Marangu And Tarangire Serengeti Ngorongoro Safari is a combined Tanzania adventure featuring a 5-day Mount Kilimanjaro trek through the Marangu Route and a 4-day wildlife safari through Tarangire, Serengeti, and Ngorongoro Crater.

5 Days Kilimanjaro Marangu Route with 4 Days Tarangire, Serengeti And Ngorongoro Safari

This package brings together mountain hiking and wildlife viewing in one carefully arranged Tanzania journey. The program includes:

Total duration: 9 days

Kilimanjaro trekking: 5 Days Marangu Route

Wildlife safari: 4 Days Tarangire, Serengeti and Ngorongoro

Mountain: Mount Kilimanjaro

Safari destinations: Tarangire National Park, Serengeti National Park and Ngorongoro Crater

Combining the mountain and safari allows travelers to enjoy two distinct sides of Tanzania: high-altitude trekking and remarkable wildlife landscapes. Request a Quote to begin planning your journey.

9 Days Kilimanjaro Marangu And Tarangire Serengeti Ngorongoro Safari Quick Package Overview

Duration: 9 Days / 8 Nights

Price: USD 2,250–USD 4,250 per person

Tour type: Private or group-sharing tour

Kilimanjaro route: Marangu Route

Kilimanjaro duration: 5 days

Safari duration: 4 days

Safari destinations: Tarangire, Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater

Starting point: Kilimanjaro Airport, Moshi, Arusha or Zanzibar

Ending point: Kilimanjaro Airport, Moshi, Arusha or Zanzibar

Mountain accommodation: Mountain huts, with four people sharing a hut and each person having an individual bed

Safari accommodation: Budget camping, tented camps or luxury tents, depending on the selected arrangement

Flights: Fly to or from Kilimanjaro International Airport; international flights to and from your home country are excluded

Airport transfers: Transfers to and from the airport can be arranged

Additional accommodation: Hotels in Moshi before the hike and in Arusha before or after the safari can be arranged

Solo travelers: Solo travelers can book; contact us for the applicable price

Activities: Mountain hiking and wildlife game drives

Guide languages: English, Spanish, German and Italian-speaking guides may be arranged

Planning note: The supplied itinerary includes an arrival day and a departure day in addition to the nine activity days. The exact number of nights and the placement of these additional days should be confirmed before booking.

Why Choose 9 Days Kilimanjaro Marangu And Tarangire Serengeti Ngorongoro Safari?

This combined program is suitable for travelers who want more than a traditional beach holiday or a wildlife-only trip. The Marangu Route provides a structured mountain adventure, while the safari section introduces Tanzania’s diverse wildlife and scenery.

The five-day Marangu trek is followed by visits to Tarangire, Serengeti and Ngorongoro. This arrangement offers a varied travel experience, although the mountain section requires physical preparation and the overall schedule may feel active.

The package can be arranged as a private or group-sharing tour, allowing travelers to consider their preferred travel style, budget and level of flexibility. Check Availability and discuss the best arrangement for your travel dates.

Detailed Itinerary: 9 Days Kilimanjaro Marangu And Tarangire Serengeti Ngorongoro Safari

The following itinerary follows the route and details provided. Some timing, accommodation and logistical arrangements require confirmation.

Arrival Day: Kilimanjaro Airport to Moshi Hotel

Your arrival transfer will collect you from Kilimanjaro International Airport and take you to your booked hotel in Moshi. This day allows you to settle in before the mountain trek. Your arrival flight details and hotel arrangements should be confirmed before travel.

Day 1: Moshi Town to Marangu Gate to Mandara Hut

Rising: 5,500 ft / 1,700 m to 9,000 ft / 2,740 m | Stretch: 7 km | Hike time: 4–5 hours | Climatic habitat: Montane Forest. Travel from Moshi to Marangu Gate for registration and the start of your Kilimanjaro hike. The trail passes through montane forest toward Mandara Hut. Enjoy the changing scenery and a steady walking pace as you begin your Marangu Route adventure. Meal plan: Lunch and Dinner.

Day 2: Mandara Hut to Horombo Hut

Rising: 9,000 ft / 2,700 m to 12,100 ft / 3,700 m | Stretch: 11 km | Hike time: 6–8 hours | Climatic habitat: Heathland / Moorland. Continue from Mandara Hut toward Horombo Hut through heathland and moorland scenery. The route gradually gains altitude, so maintaining a comfortable pace is important. Your mountain team will support the day’s hike as you progress toward the higher slopes of Mount Kilimanjaro. Meal plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.

Day 3: Horombo Hut to Kibo Hut

Rising: 12,100 ft / 3,700 m to 15,400 ft / 4,700 m | Stretch: 10 km | Hike time: 6–8 hours | Climatic habitat: Alpine Desert. Leave Horombo Hut and continue toward Kibo Hut across the alpine desert. The landscape becomes increasingly open and rocky as vegetation decreases. This stage prepares you for the summit attempt, making a slow pace, hydration and appropriate rest important parts of the mountain experience. Meal plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.

Day 4: Kibo Hut to Uhuru Peak to Horombo Hut

Rising: 15,400 ft / 4,700 m to 19,300 ft / 5,895 m, then to 12,100 ft / 3,700 m | Stretch: 4 km up / 14 km down | Hike time: 10–15 hours | Climatic habitat: Alpine Desert. Begin the summit attempt from Kibo Hut and continue toward Uhuru Peak, the highest point of Mount Kilimanjaro. After the summit section, descend toward Horombo Hut. This is a demanding day requiring preparation, determination and careful attention to your body’s response to altitude. Meal plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.

Day 5: Horombo Hut to Marangu Gate to Moshi Town

Elevation: 12,100 ft / 3,700 m to 5,500 ft / 1,700 m | Hike time: 5–7 hours | Stretch: 18 km. Descend from Horombo Hut through the lower mountain environment to Marangu Gate. After completing the trek and exiting the park, continue to Moshi Town. You will then be transferred to Arusha for your overnight stay before the safari section begins. Meal plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.

Day 6: Arusha to Tarangire National Park

Your pickup from Arusha is planned for approximately 7:00 am to 8:00 am; the exact time will be confirmed. The drive to Tarangire takes approximately two hours, covering about 109 km. Enjoy a game drive to look for elephants, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, lions and other wildlife. Late afternoon, drive to Mto wa Mbu or Karatu for dinner and overnight accommodation. Meal plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.

Day 7: Mto wa Mbu/Karatu to Serengeti National Park

You will be picked up from Mto wa Mbu or Karatu at approximately 9:00 am to 9:30 am; the exact pickup time will be updated. Travel toward Serengeti for a game drive and overnight stay in Central Serengeti. Please note that park check-in time determines the next day’s permitted checkout time under park regulations. Meal plan: Lunch and Dinner.

Day 8: Serengeti National Park Game Drive to Ngorongoro Rim

Enjoy a game drive in Serengeti National Park before beginning the journey toward the Serengeti Gate. Your checkout time depends on your check-in time and park regulations. After leaving Serengeti, continue toward the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, where check-in time also determines the permitted checkout time. Meal plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.

Day 9: Ngorongoro Crater Game Drive to Arusha

After an early breakfast, descend into Ngorongoro Crater for a wildlife game drive. Later, drive to the Ngorongoro Gate to complete checkout, with the exact time depending on your check-in arrangements. Continue toward Arusha, where arrival is planned for approximately 5:30 pm to 6:30 pm. Meal plan: Breakfast and Lunch.

Departure Day: Arusha to Kilimanjaro Airport

After breakfast, arrange your transfer from Arusha to Kilimanjaro International Airport according to your flight schedule. The transfer time should be confirmed based on your departure arrangements. Additional hotel accommodation or transfers can be organized if your international or domestic flight requires extra time. Meal plan: Breakfast.

Destinations In 9 Days Kilimanjaro Marangu And Tarangire Serengeti Ngorongoro Safari

Mount Kilimanjaro

Mount Kilimanjaro is the centerpiece of the trekking section. Its summit provides a major goal for travelers seeking a mountain adventure before continuing into northern Tanzania’s wildlife areas.

Marangu Route

The Marangu Route is the selected five-day trekking route. Its hut accommodation makes it different from camping-based mountain routes. The trek passes through forest, moorland and alpine environments before reaching the summit area.

Tarangire National Park

Tarangire introduces the safari section with wildlife viewing across a landscape known for its elephants and varied animal life. It is the first major wildlife destination after the mountain trek.

Serengeti National Park

The Serengeti provides an opportunity for game drives across extensive wildlife habitats. Travelers may see lions, elephants, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest and other animals, depending on location and seasonal conditions.

Ngorongoro Crater

Ngorongoro Crater adds a distinctive crater landscape to the safari. Its game drive provides another setting for wildlife viewing before the journey returns toward Arusha.

Package Price: 9 Days Kilimanjaro Marangu And Tarangire Serengeti Ngorongoro Safari

The stated price is USD 2,250 to USD 4,250 per person.

The final cost may depend on:

Accommodation level, from budget arrangements to luxury tents

Private or group-sharing travel

Number of travelers

Services included in the selected package

Mountain and safari arrangements

Personal requirements and additional transfers

Contact us for more information about the available price options, booking arrangements and travel dates.

What Included In 9 Days Kilimanjaro Marangu And Tarangire Serengeti Ngorongoro Safari?

Kilimanjaro Trekking Inclusions

Transport from Kilimanjaro Airport to Moshi on arrival day

Hotel in Moshi before the hike

Kilimanjaro National Park fees

Hut accommodation during the trek

Meals and boiled drinking water during hiking

Mountain guide or guides

Cook

Supportive porters

Oxygen gas for emergency use

Transport from Moshi Town to Kilimanjaro Gate

Transport from Kilimanjaro Gate to Moshi Town

Transport from Moshi to Arusha

Safari Inclusions

Safari park fees

Safari driver

Safari guide

4x4 Land Cruiser safari vehicle

Accommodation during the safari

Meals and drinking water during the safari

Hotel in Arusha before and after the safari, according to the confirmed arrangement

Arusha to Kilimanjaro Airport transfer

What Is Not Included In 9 Days Kilimanjaro Marangu And Tarangire Serengeti Ngorongoro Safari?

The following items are excluded or require confirmation:

International flights to and from your home country

Domestic flights

Travel insurance

Travel visa

Alcoholic drinks

Personal expenses

Personal mountain gear rental

Tips for mountain and safari crews

Confirm the final inclusions and exclusions before making payment, especially if you require additional accommodation, equipment or transfers.

Plan Your 9 Days Kilimanjaro Marangu And Tarangire Serengeti Ngorongoro Safari

This combination of Mount Kilimanjaro trekking and northern Tanzania wildlife safaris offers a varied travel program for visitors who want to enjoy both mountain landscapes and game drives.

Request a Quote with your preferred travel dates, number of travelers, tour type and accommodation level. You can also Plan Your Trip by asking about solo travel, private arrangements, group-sharing options and additional hotel nights.

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