9 days-Kilimanjaro & Zanzibar

This Safari and Beach vacation Package is the best for those who have high energy and are also interested in relaxation and experience of the beautiful beaches of Zanzibar. You will learn a lot about Tanzania and the Islands of Zanzibar, history, people and how Zanzibar has become one of the most attractive places to visit. 

Package Cost
9-days Trekking and Safari adventure (Per person)
  1pax 2pax 3pax 4pax 5pax or more
Jan to Mar $3,990.00 $3,910.00 $3,832.00 $3,755.00 $3,680.00
Apr to May $3,591.00 $3,519.00 $3,449.00 $3,380.00 $3,312.00
Jun to Dec $3,990.00 $3,910.00 $3,832.00 $3,755.00 $3,680.00

ITINERARY: 6-days Mt. Kilimanjaro trekking followed by 3-days of Zanzibar beach holiday

Part 1: 6-day Kilimanjaro Trekking

Day 1:  Drive to Marangu Gate which is 1800 meters above sea level.  Register and start the trekking to Mandara which is about 9 kilometers and 2700 meter above sea level.  During the trekking you may be lucky to see black and white Colobus monkeys which are familiar in this rain forest. If you arrive early you can visit the Maundi Crater or pass there the following day on the way to Horombo.

Day 2:  Depart to Horombo after the breakfast. After a few minutes walking you finish the forest zone and start the moorland zone to Horombo which is 3700m.above sea level. Dinner and overnight at Horombo Hut.

Day 3:  This is an acclimatization day in Horombo Hut.

Day 4:  After an early breakfast you start trekking to Kibo Hut (4700m). You will pass Mawenzi ridge and saddle before arriving at this last hut to the top. Dinner and few hours sleep before the trekking start to the summit. First you reach Gillman’s point (5,865m.) in five hours and later proceed to Uhuru Peak via Stella point. After taking pictures of sunrise and a great view you descend down back to Kibo for breakfast and rest.

Day 5:  Walk down to Horombo for the last night in Kilimanjaro. Dinner and overnight in Horombo.

Day 6:  After breakfast hike down to Marangu Gate to receive the “Mt. Kilimanjaro Gilman’s and Uhuru Peak Certificate”. Get a drive back to your hotel for overnight and rest before proceeding to the second leg of tour.

 

Part 2: 3-Day Zanzibar Beach holiday: 

Day 7:  We leave Moshi airport after lunch for our 45-minutes afternoon flight to Zanzibar. Upon arrival at Zanzibar International Airport at you will be driven to your designated beach resort on the east coast of Zanzibar. The beach resort hotels selected are 5 Star establishments all inclusive.

Day 8: Breakfast, rest and relaxation on the beach. Short excursion trips including diving can be arranged depending on your plans. Other activities like snorkeling and diving can be arranged.

Day 9: Sightseeing in stone town with options to visit Prison Island, Jozani forest or any other historical sites as you wish. Learn about the East African slave trade and the history of Zanzibar islands. Back to the hotel for the afternoon where other activities can be arranged to fill your evening.

Day 10: After breakfast transfer to the airport back to Arusha or your home, depending on your plans.

END OF TOUR

Getting There

  • This tour starts in Moshi or Arusha and ends in Zanzibar, Tanzania
  • Fly to Kilimanjaro Airport (JRO) near Arusha. Or fly to Arusha Airport (ARK) via Dar es Salaam or Nairobi (Kenya). You will be met at either airport by one of our experienced tour coordinators.
  • After this tour ends in Zanzibar you can fly home directly from Abeid Amani Karume Airport (ZNZ) in Zanzibar. Alternatively, you can fly from Dar es Salaam (DAR) or JRO. There are frequent ferries and regional flights between Dar es Salaam and Zanzibar as well as daily flights between ZNZ and JRO.
  • transfer from and back to the airport in Zanzibar is included.
  • KLM has recently added Zanzibar (ZNZ) as one of their East African destinations so you will be able to book and arrive at JRO and depart from ZNZ or DAR at no extra cost. Your local Travel Agent will have more information.
  • If you are in Tanzania before the start of your tour or you want to stay on after this safari, additional accommodation before and after the tour can be arranged for an extra cost.

Package price INCLUDES:

  • ALL MEALS-Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner-Lunch during game drives is a packed lunch (picnic style) so please ask and clarify before a safari begins, if a special meal is required and/or available.
  • All required Park entrance fees.
  • All advertized tour activities included on this tour (Unless labelled as optional).
  • All accommodation (Unless requested as an upgrade).
  • A professional driver/guide.
  • All local transportation during the tour including airport transfers.

Package price DOES NOT INCLUDE:

  • International flights (From and to your home).
  • Additional accommodation before and after  end of the tour.
  • Tips and gratuities. If needed, you can ask one of our coordinators for the standard/ reasonable rate.
  • Personal items (Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.).
  • Special meals (if a particular/special preparation of the meal is required).

Accommodation selections

Chanya Lodge, Moshi
Fortune Kilimanjaro
Warere Beach Hotel, Zanzibar
Kendwa Beach Hotel, Zanzibar