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Highlights

  • Walk the base of Kilimanjaro
  • Spot elephants in Tarangire
  • Hike the rim of Ngorongoro Crater
  • Witness the Wildebeest Migration
  • Go fly-camping on the Serengeti
  • Ideal for adventurous, active travellers

Overview

Walking safaris offer a completely different perspective to a classic safari. With a trained guide leading the way, you leave the game-drive vehicle at camp and set off the way humans have for thousands of years: on foot. The slower pace lets you appreciate nature’s finer details and all your senses really come into play. This 12-day itinerary is designed to balance exciting walking expeditions in Tanzania with superb Wildebeest Migration viewing and exhilarating fly-camping.

You kick off in Arusha where you walk the base of Mount Kilimanjaro with a Maasai guide. Arusha is the safari gateway to Tanzania and, from here, it is a short flight to Tarangire National Park, which is known for its massive elephants. Your next stop will be the Ngorongoro Crater area where you will enjoy a walk on the caldera rim. Then it is off to the big one: Serengeti National Park, the country’s flagship reserve.

Summary

  • Tour Duration: 11 Days

  • Start: Arusha
  • End: Arusha

Accommodations Visited

If you are looking for an active option with more than just game drives, then this is the tour for you. Each camp will give you the opportunity to enjoy a hike or walking safari with local guides in private concessions away from the crowds.
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Itinerary

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Kambi ya Tembo West Kilimanjaro

Day 1 – 2: The Gateway to Tanzania

Kilimanjaro, Tanzania
Detailed breakdown

Day 1 – 2: The Gateway to Tanzania | 2 Nights

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Kilimanjaro, Tanzania

Hidden between Amboseli National Park and the Kenyan border is Kambi ya Tembo, a classic tented camp that is renowned for its sensational views of both Mounts Kilimanjaro and Meru. After driving from Arusha, you will be warmly welcomed to one of 14 extremely comfortable tents at Kambi ya Tembo, your home for two nights.

On your second day, it is time to get better acquainted with one of those astonishing views: accompanied by a highly knowledgeable Maasai guide, you will set out to walk to the base of glacier-capped Kili, the highest mountain in Africa and the tallest free-standing peak in the world. Soak up the warm sunshine, fresh air and be on the lookout for gentle plains game.

Kambi ya Tembo West Kilimanjaro

Day 3 – 5: Finding Tarangire’s Elephants | 2 Nights

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Tarangire, Tanzania

Today you head back to Arusha by vehicle to catch your short flight to the Kuro airstrip, ending your journey at Oliver’s Camp, which is situated in the quiet south-eastern region of Tarangire National Park. Once again, you will be accommodated in very comfortable and spacious tents that have outdoor showers – the ultimate way to ‘become one’ with nature!

Tarangire is known for its thriving populations of elephants, predators and birds, which are all encountered on morning and evening game drives. Walking safaris are also a speciality here and you will spend many happy and peaceful hours hiking Tarangire’s vast plains under the watchful eye of a trained guide.

Day 6 – 8: The World’s Largest Unbroken Caldera | 3 Nights

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Driving through Tarangire’s main gate, you bid farewell to this beautiful park as your driver sets out for the Ngorongoro Conservation Area and Gibb’s Farm, a lush coffee plantation just a half hour’s drive from the crater. In addition to the freshest coffee you are likely to ever taste, the kitchen at Gibb’s Farm is also supplied with fresh fruit and vegetables straight from the garden, making every dish healthy and tasty. And, while your body is being nourished, your soul can be too at the African Living Spa – any aches and pains from your hikes around Kilimanjaro and Tarangire can be worked out with traditional Maasai remedies and treatments.

On your second day at Gibb’s Farm, lace up your boots again for an exciting guided walk from the lodge to the rim of Ngorongoro Crater: a wildlife paradise where it is not unusual to see all of the Big 5 in a single day’s game viewing. Once again, breathe in clean air and take in the incredible views as you break to enjoy your supplied snacks en route.

Day 9 – 11: The Greatest Migration | 3 Nights

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Nestled in the heart of the Serengeti, Sayari Camp is a luxurious retreat that offers a truly unforgettable safari experience. With its prime location in the northern part of the park, you can witness the annual wildebeest migration up close, along with an abundance of other wildlife. The camp's eco-friendly design seamlessly blends in with the surrounding landscape, providing you with a sense of peace and tranquility in the midst of the wilderness.

The camp's expert guides lead guests on daily game drives and walking safaris, offering insight into the park's rich flora and fauna. You can also indulge in delicious cuisine, relax in the camp's outdoor pool, or simply unwind with a book in the comfortable lounge area. With its unparalleled combination of luxury and natural beauty, Sayari Camp is the ultimate destination for an unforgettable safari adventure.

Sayari Walking safari with expert walking guide
Sayari camp fire set up ready for the evening stories of the days sightings

Day 12: Goodbye Tanzania!

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You have the soil of Africa on your boots and its sunshine on your skin after a great combination of game drives and walking safaris. On your final morning, you will continue on to your onward flight home.

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Inclusions

  • Conservation fees
  • Scheduled charter flights as specified in the itinerary
  • Transfers as specified in the itinerary
  • Walking safaris
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Exclusions

  • International flights
  • Airport taxes
  • All meals and drinks not specified
  • Tips and gratuities
  • Items of a personal nature

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Dates Price
2024-06-01 — 2024-06-30 $10,485
2024-07-01 — 2024-08-31 $14,020
2024-09-01 — 2024-09-30 $13,865
2024-10-01 — 2024-10-31 $13,785
2024-11-01 — 2024-11-30 $9,930
2024-12-01 — 2024-12-31 $13,980
Our rates are per person sharing unless we note differently. Please treat all pricing as a guide only: All rates are subject to availability and may change without notice; Single supplements may apply; Request a quote or speak to one of our African Safari Experts for the best, most current rates available.