Experience 3-Day Kilimanjaro & Wildlife Adventure Safari

Experience 3-Day Kilimanjaro & Wildlife Adventure Safari

Offered by: USD Safaris & Tours
4.9/5 (1600 Reviews)
Journey Snapshot
🗺 Tanzania ⏱ 3 days 🚙 4x4 Pop-up Roof
Kilimanjaro & Wildlife
Start your journey with a thrilling day hike on Mount Kilimanjaro, trek through lush rainforest filled with monkeys, birds and waterfalls. Continue to Tarangire National Park where vast savannahs, giant baobabs and herds of elephants await. End your adventure at the world-famous Ngorongoro Crater home to Africa’s Big Five and breathtaking scenery. This safari blends mountain excitement with classic game drives, offering the ultimate taste of Tanzania’s natural beauty and adventure lovers alike.

Route

Start Kilimanjaro & Wildlife (Day 1)
Day 2 Moshi – Tarangire National Park - Karatu
Day 3 Ngorongoro Crater – Kilimanjaro International Airport
End Kilimanjaro & Wildlife

Tour Features

Day 1: Kilimanjaro National Park Day Hike – Moshi Day 2: Moshi – Tarangire National Park - Karatu Day 3: Ngorongoro Crater – Kilimanjaro International Airport

Activities & Transportation

  • Route: Kilimanjaro & Wildlife
  • Duration: 3 days
  • Getting around: 4x4 safari vehicle (pop-up roof)
  • Transfers: airport pick-up & drop-off can be included

Accommodation & Meals

Day
Accommodation
Meals
1
Ameg Lodge Kilimanjaro View hotel
All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
2
Marera Valley Lodge Mid-range lodge located 1-2hr drive from Tarangire NP View hotel
All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
3
No accommodation (End of tour)
Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included) Non-alcoholic drinks

Day by Day

Day 1 Kilimanjaro National Park Day Hike – Moshi
Morning 🏨Ameg Lodge Kilimanjaro 🍽All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Your adventure begins early with a scenic drive from your hotel in Arusha or Moshi or directly from Airport to Marangu Gate, the starting point of the Kilimanjaro climb. After registration, meet your professional mountain guide and begin your day hike through the lush rainforest zone. The trail winds beneath towering trees draped in moss, alive with birdsong and the calls of blue monkeys. Along the way, your guide will share fascinating insights about the mountain’s flora, fauna and the life of climbers ascending Africa’s tallest peak. Stop for a picnic lunch at Mandara Hut (2,700m), where you can rest, enjoy panoramic views and take a short walk to Maundi Crater for stunning vistas of Kenya’s plains on clear days. After descending through the forest, you’ll return to the base and drive to Ameg lodge in Moshi for dinner and overnight stay a peaceful stay surrounded by mountain views and a relaxing garden atmosphere.
Day 2 Moshi – Tarangire National Park - Karatu
Morning 🏨Marera Valley Lodge Mid-range lodge located 1-2hr drive from Tarangire NP 🍽All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
After the early breakfast, depart for Tarangire National Park the 4-hour scenic drive across Tanzania’s northern highlands. Upon arrival, enter the park for a full-day game drive through its rolling savannahs dotted with ancient baobab trees. Tarangire is home to Tanzania’s largest elephant herds and a rich variety of wildlife including lions, leopards, giraffes, zebras, wildebeests and countless bird species. The Tarangire River serves as a magnet for animals, especially during the dry season, offering superb photographic opportunities. Enjoy a picnic lunch inside the park, followed by an afternoon and noon game drive through the woodlands and riverbanks, where you may encounter predators stalking their prey or elephants cooling off in the water. By the evening you will exit the park and head to Marera Valley Lodge in Karatu, a charming lodge surrounded by lush gardens. Relax with a refreshing drink, enjoy a delicious dinner and unwind by the pool or fireplace.
Day 3 Ngorongoro Crater – Kilimanjaro International Airport
Morning 🏨No accommodation (End of tour) 🍽Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included) Non-alcoholic drinks
After an early breakfast at the lodge, depart to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area and descend into the Ngorongoro Crater, one of Africa’s most spectacular wildlife destinations. The crater floor is a self-contained ecosystem brimming with wildlife including the Big Five Animals of Africa (lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo and rhino), alongside hippos, zebras, wildebeests, and flamingos shimmering across Lake Magadi. Enjoy a full-day game drive in this natural wonder, with a picnic lunch at a scenic site overlooking the hippo pool. Marvel at the dramatic scenery, diverse habitats and close-up encounters with animals that make Ngorongoro one of the best safari experiences in the world. After the lunch break, you will proceed with the afternoon and noon game drive. In the noon, begin your scenic drive back toward Arusha or continuing onward to Kilimanjaro International Airport for your evening flight marking the end of a truly unforgettable journey from mountain to savannah.

Rates

From: $900 pp (USD)
Final quote depends on date, travelers and lodge level.

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Inclusions

Included
  • Porterage
  • Rescue fee
  • Climbing gear
  • Park fees (For non-residents)
  • All activities (Unless labeled as optional)
  • All accommodation (Unless listed as upgrade)
  • A professional driver/guide
  • All transportation (Unless labeled as optional)
  • All Taxes/VAT
  • Pickup and Dropoff to the airport
  • Meals (As specified in the day-by-day section)
  • Drinks (As specified in the day-by-day section)

Exclusions

Not included
  • International flights (From/to home)
  • Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
  • Tips (Tipping guideline US$5.00 pp per day)
  • Personal items (Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)

Note: Some items may vary depending on season and lodge level.

Getting There

Start: Kilimanjaro & Wildlife

End: Kilimanjaro & Wildlife

We can arrange airport pick-up and drop-off. Ask in your quote request.

Offered By

USD Safaris & Tours
USD Safaris & Tours
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