7-Day Tanzania Scenic Adventure: Mountains, Wildlife & Culture
Price:
$2405.00
Duration
7 Days
People:
21
Tour Overview
What Included
Not included
Tour Amenities
Tour Plan
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Day 1: Arrival – Welcome to Tanzania
It's time to begin your safari. Welcome to Tanzania! After we greet you and provide you with the trip briefing, we'll take you out to help you discover why so many people think Tanzania is the best place in Africa to go on safari.
Explore Moshi, which is a starting point for excursions to Mt Kilimanjaro and safari areas, and also worth a visit in its own right. Expect restaurants, busy markets and, when the clouds clear, good views of Mt Kilimanjaro away to the north of Moshi.
Accommodation: Kilemakyaro Mountain Lodge
Meal plan: Dinner -
Day 2: Materuni Waterfalls and Coffee Plantation Tour
The Materuni Waterfalls and Coffee Plantation Tour is an ideal day trip for travelers seeking nature, culture, and relaxation. It’s perfect either as preparation for a Mount Kilimanjaro climb or as a refreshing recovery activity afterward. The tour begins with a visit to a nearby village surrounded by coffee plantations, where the Chagga people demonstrate traditional coffee-making from bean to cup, allowing visitors to taste fresh coffee accompanied by singing and dancing.
The experience continues with a scenic hike to Materuni Waterfalls, offering beautiful views while learning about local history, village life, farming, and traditional customs. Along the way, see fruits such as avocados, bananas, mangoes, and lemons growing. At the waterfall, enjoy a refreshing swim in the natural pool, so swimwear is recommended.
Accommodation: Kilemakyaro Mountain Lodge
Meal plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Drinks included: Soft drinks (Liquor not included) -
Day 3: Mount Kilimanjaro National Park: Day Hike – Machame Route
After breakfast, you will be picked up from your lodge and driven approximately 35 km from Moshi to Machame Gate. After registration and permit processing, the hike begins at about 1,800 meters above sea level. The trail starts on the southern side of Mount Kilimanjaro and passes through dense montane rainforest before transitioning into heath and low scrub near the Shira Plateau. Trekking poles are recommended due to steep and slippery terrain. Enjoy scenic views and diverse landscapes before turning back.
The trek is approximately 11 km round trip and takes about 4–5 hours each way. At Machame Camp, enjoy a packed lunch and short rest before descending to Machame Gate. Your driver will then transfer you to your lodge in Arusha, marking the end of the Kilimanjaro day hike.
Accommodation: Moivaro Lodge
Meal plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Drinks included: Soft drinks (Liquor not included) -
Day 4: Arusha National Park: Walking Safari and Guided Game Drive
Experience the beauty of Arusha National Park on a guided walking safari with an armed ranger, followed by an exciting game drive. Walk through diverse landscapes and enjoy a close connection with nature while safely observing wildlife on foot. The Park is home to giraffes, zebras, buffaloes, warthogs, antelopes, monkeys, and over 400 bird species, with occasional sightings of elephants and hippos. Admire the breathtaking scenery, including the towering Mount Meru and the spectacular Ngurdoto Crater, often called Tanzania's "Little Ngorongoro.
Accommodation: Moivaro Lodge
Meal plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Drinks included: Soft drinks (Liquor not included) -
Day 5: Lake Manyara National Park & Rift Valley Exploration (Canopy Walkway & Mto wa Mbu Village Experience)
After breakfast, you’ll drive toward Lake Manyara National Park, located at the foot of the Great Rift Valley, famous for its groundwater forests, hippos, flamingos, diverse birdlife, and tree-climbing lions. Enjoy a game drive through varied landscapes, followed by a thrilling walk on the treetop Canopy Walkway offering scenic forest and Rift Valley views.
Explore Mto wa Mbu Village with a guided cultural walk, visiting local homes, markets, farms, and workshops while learning about traditional crafts, cuisine, and daily life. Enjoy authentic local flavors before returning to your lodge in the late afternoon for dinner, relaxation, and an overnight stay with beautiful views of the surrounding landscapes.
Accommodation: Suricate Boma
Meal plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Drinks included: Soft drinks (Liquor not included) -
Day 6: Lake Natron Sightseeing Adventure
After enjoy an early breakfast travel to the striking scenery of Lake Natron, a soda lake set beneath the towering Ol Doinyo Lengai volcano. Known as the breeding ground for lesser flamingos, the lake’s red-hued waters and surrounding volcanic terrain create a truly otherworldly atmosphere.
Accommodation: Lake Natron Tented Camp
Meal plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Drinks included: Soft drinks (Liquor not included) -
Day 7: Departure – Farewell
After breakfast, enjoy a relaxed morning before your transfer to Arusha or Kilimanjaro International Airport for your onward travel, departure time depend on your flight schedule or next destination, marking the end of your unforgettable Tanzanian safari. We hope you’ve had an extraordinary journey and look forward to helping you plan your next adventure.
Meal plan: Breakfast
No accommoadation