9 Days Marangu Route And Serengeti Ngorongoro Safari

9 Days Kilimanjaro Marangu Route And Serengeti Ngorongoro Safari

9 Days Marangu Route And Serengeti Ngorongoro Safari is the combination of a 6-day Mount Kilimanjaro trek through the Marangu Route and a 3-day wildlife safari covering Serengeti National Park and Ngorongoro Crater. It brings mountain hiking and Tanzania wildlife viewing together in one carefully planned adventure.

Package Breakdown: 9 Days Marangu Route And Serengeti Ngorongoro Safari

This package combines:

9-day Tanzania adventure

6 days on the Kilimanjaro Marangu Route

3 days of Serengeti and Ngorongoro safari

Mount Kilimanjaro trekking

Serengeti National Park game drives

Ngorongoro Crater wildlife viewing

A combined 9-day itinerary features a 6-day Mount Kilimanjaro trek via the Marangu Route followed by a 3-day wildlife safari through the Serengeti National Park and Ngorongoro Crater. The combination allows travelers to enjoy two very different sides of Tanzania without arranging separate mountain and safari trips.

The mountain section focuses on hiking, acclimatization and reaching Uhuru Peak, while the safari section changes the pace to wildlife viewing. Request a Quote if you would like the package adjusted around your travel plans.

Quick Package Overview: 9 Days Marangu Route And Serengeti Ngorongoro Safari

Duration: 9 Days / 8 Nights

Price: USD 2,450–USD 4,250 per person

Tour type: Private or group sharing

Kilimanjaro route: Marangu Route

Kilimanjaro duration: 6 Days

Safari duration: 3 Days

Safari destinations: Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater

Starting point: Kilimanjaro Airport, Moshi, Arusha, or Zanzibar

Ending point: Kilimanjaro Airport, Moshi, Arusha, or Zanzibar

Mountain accommodation: Marangu Route huts, with four people in one hut and an individual bed

Safari accommodation: Budget camping, tented camp, or luxury tent

International flights: Not included; travelers fly to or from Kilimanjaro International Airport

Airport transfers: Can be arranged

Additional hotel stays: Can be arranged before and after the tour

Solo travelers: Can book the package; contact for the applicable price

Activities: Mountain hiking and game drives

Guide languages: English, Spanish, German and Italian

Why Choose 9 Days Marangu Route And Serengeti Ngorongoro Safari?

6 Days Marangu Route And Serengeti Safari

The 6-day Marangu Route provides time for a structured Kilimanjaro climb, including an acclimatization day at Horombo Hut. The route also uses hut accommodation rather than camping tents, which can be useful for travelers who prefer this style of mountain lodging.

Serengeti Wildlife Safari

Serengeti National Park adds a completely different part of the journey. After completing the mountain climb, you can shift from hiking to game drives and spend time observing Tanzania’s wildlife landscapes.

Ngorongoro Crater Safari

Ngorongoro Crater completes the safari portion with a crater game drive before returning toward Arusha. Together, Serengeti and Ngorongoro create a practical wildlife extension to the Kilimanjaro trekking experience.

Detailed 9 Days Marangu Route And Serengeti Ngorongoro Safari Itinerary

Arrival Day: Kilimanjaro Airport to Moshi

On arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, you will be picked up and transferred to your booked hotel in Moshi. This arrival arrangement provides time to settle in before the mountain section begins. Additional accommodation can also be arranged according to your travel plans.

Day 1: 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. The trek begins from Moshi Town to Marangu Gate before hiking through montane forest toward Mandara Hut. The forest section introduces the mountain environment gradually. Meal plan: Lunch and Dinner.

Day 2: Mandara to Horombo

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 changing vegetation and higher-altitude terrain. The day’s gradual ascent forms an important part of the mountain journey. Meal plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.

Day 3: Acclimatization

Rising: 12,100 ft to 14,160 ft to 12,100 ft | Stretch: 10 km | Hiking time: 3–5 hours. This acclimatization day at Horombo Hut allows the body additional time to adjust to altitude. The planned ascent and return provide valuable preparation before moving higher toward Kibo Hut. Meal plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.

Day 4: Horombo to Kibo

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 through the alpine desert environment. The landscape becomes increasingly high-altitude and sparse as the route approaches the summit area. Meal plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.

Day 5: Kibo to Uhuru Peak and Horombo

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. The summit day begins from Kibo Hut with the ascent toward Uhuru Peak before descending to Horombo Hut. This is the longest hiking day in the supplied itinerary. Meal plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.

Day 6: Horombo to Moshi and Arusha

Rising: 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 Marangu Route to Marangu Gate and continue to Moshi Town. After arrival in Moshi, you will be transferred to Arusha for the night. Meal plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.

Day 7: Arusha to Serengeti

You will be picked up from Arusha around 6:00 am to 7:00 am, with the exact pickup time provided later. Travel toward Serengeti for a game drive and overnight stay in Central Serengeti. Please note that check-in time affects the next day’s check-out time under park regulations. Meal plan: Lunch and Dinner.

Day 8: Serengeti to Ngorongoro

Enjoy a game drive in Serengeti National Park before beginning the journey toward the Serengeti Gate for check-out. The check-out time depends on the check-in time. Similarly, Ngorongoro Conservation Area check-in time determines its check-out time. Overnight stay is on the Ngorongoro Rim. Meal plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.

Day 9: Ngorongoro Crater to Arusha

After an early breakfast, descend into Ngorongoro Crater for a game drive. You will then drive toward the Ngorongoro Gate for check-out, with the check-out time depending on the check-in time. Arrival in Arusha is expected around 5:30 pm to 6:30 pm. Meal plan: Breakfast and Lunch.

Departure Day: Arusha to Kilimanjaro Airport

Transfer from Arusha to Kilimanjaro International Airport according to your flight arrangements. The transfer provides a practical end to the mountain and safari journey. Additional accommodation or transfers can be arranged where required. Meal plan: Breakfast.

Destinations in the 9 Days Marangu Route And Serengeti Ngorongoro Safari

Mount Kilimanjaro

Mount Kilimanjaro is the centerpiece of the trekking section. The itinerary follows the Marangu Route for six days, including an acclimatization day and a summit attempt toward Uhuru Peak.

Marangu Route

The Marangu Route is the mountain route used in this package. It passes through several climatic zones and provides hut accommodation during the climb, making it distinct from routes that use mountain tents.

Serengeti National Park

Serengeti forms the main wildlife destination of the safari section. The package includes game drives in the park, with an overnight stay in Central Serengeti before continuing toward Ngorongoro.

Ngorongoro Crater

Ngorongoro Crater provides the final major wildlife setting. The itinerary includes a crater game drive followed by travel toward the Ngorongoro Gate and onward to Arusha.

Package Price: 9 Days Marangu Route And Serengeti Ngorongoro Safari

The stated price ranges from USD 2,450 to USD 4,250 per person. The final cost can vary according to the level of safari accommodation, services selected, number of travelers, inclusions and whether the trip is organized as a private tour or group-sharing arrangement.

For a precise quotation based on your preferred travel dates and group size, contact us for more information regarding price and booking.

What Is Included in the 9 Days Marangu Route And Serengeti Ngorongoro Safari?

Kilimanjaro Inclusions

Transport from Kilimanjaro Airport to Moshi on arrival day

Hotel in Moshi before the hike

Kilimanjaro Park fees

Accommodation during the mountain trek

Meals and boiled drinking water during the hike

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

Serengeti And Ngorongoro 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

Arusha to Kilimanjaro Airport transfer

What Is Not Included in the 9 Days Marangu Route And Serengeti Ngorongoro Safari?

International flights

Domestic flights

Travel insurance

Tanzania travel visa

Alcoholic drinks

Personal mountain gear rental

Tips for mountain crew

Tips for safari crew

Personal expenses

Plan Your 9 Days Marangu Route And Serengeti Ngorongoro Safari

This Tanzania adventure brings together a six-day Mount Kilimanjaro climb and a three-day safari through Serengeti and Ngorongoro. It is designed for travelers who want mountain trekking and wildlife viewing within one travel plan.

Request a Quote for your preferred travel dates, group size and accommodation level. Check Availability before arranging your flights, and Plan Your Trip with the services and transfer arrangements that match your itinerary.

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