Trip Info
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Fully catered alpine camping in high-altitude, four-season mountain tents during the trek, followed by highly-rated mid-range safari lodges and canvas tented bush camps featuring en-suite bathrooms and hot showers during the safari phase.
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Available during the prime dry seasons, specifically from January through March (warmer trekking temperatures and Serengeti calving season) and June through October (clear skies on the mountain and peak general wildlife viewing).
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Lead mountain guides certified as Wilderness First Responders (WFR) paired with professional, local Tanzanian wildlife safari trackers.
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Scheduled group departure dates are available throughout the peak months, alongside tailor-made private departures for couples, groups, and families available daily.
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Private hotel airport transfers, dedicated mountain crew transport vehicles, and elite private 4x4 Toyota Land Cruisers equipped with pop-up photographic roofs, charging inverters, and an onboard refrigerator.
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Satellite emergency communication is maintained on the mountain, while complimentary high-speed Wi-Fi is readily accessible in the main lounge and dining areas of all safari lodges and permanent camps.
Overview
The ultimate African adventure masterpiece awaits on this 13-Day Grand Tanzania Expedition. Expertly curated for thrill-seekers, trekkers, and wildlife lovers, this epic combination tour pairs a triumphant summit of Mount Kilimanjaro via the highly acclaimed Machame Route with a sweeping private safari across Tanzania’s legendary Northern Circuit. Your journey begins on the slopes of Africa’s highest peak, navigating the scenic “Whiskey Route” over six nights for an optimal high-altitude acclimatization profile. Guided by our wilderness first responder certified crew, you will trek through five distinct ecological zones to stand victoriously at Uhuru Peak ($5,895text{ m}$). After descending the mountain, you will trade your trekking boots for binoculars, transitioning into a luxury-infused private safari through Lake Manyara, the endless golden plains of the Serengeti, and the magnificent Ngorongoro Crater caldera. This comprehensive bush-and-mountain combo package is the ultimate realization of the Tanzanian dream, delivering world-class trekking infrastructure and elite Big Five tracking in a single seamless itinerary.
Trip Highlights
- Conquer Uhuru Peak on Mount Kilimanjaro via the most scenic, high-success Machame Route.
- Trek safely under the care of an elite mountain support crew, featuring twice-daily medical checks and specialized high-altitude gear.
- Traverse 5 distinct ecological zones on foot, from tropical jungle to arctic desert glaciers.
- Full professional mountain support crew (Lead guides, assistant guides, chefs, and porters).
- Transition seamlessly from the arctic summit to a private 4x4 safari across Lake Manyara, the Serengeti, and the Ngorongoro Crater.
- Unwind and recover after your mountain climb in handpicked, comfortable mid-range safari lodges and permanent tented camps.
