3 Days safari and Day Hike to Mt Kilimanjaro Family Tour

Begin your Mount Kilimanjaro adventure after breakfast at the Marangu Gate, where you will be formally registered for your hike. As you make your way through the lush rainforest, listen to the chirping of exotic birds and the rustling of the trees—keep an eye out for colobus monkeys, mongooses, and other fascinating wildlife along the trail. You may even spot climbers descending from Kilimanjaro’s higher peaks—be sure to cheer them on for their incredible achievement!

The hike to Mandara Hut takes approximately 4 hours. Along the way, take breaks to stretch, enjoy the forest scenery, and capture photos of the surrounding beauty. Upon arrival at the hut, enjoy a delicious lunch and recharge for a short, yet rewarding, trek to the Maundi Crater. From this vantage point, you can admire panoramic views of Taveta to the east and Mawenzi Peak to the northwest, making it an unforgettable photo opportunity.

After soaking in the breathtaking scenery, descend back to Marangu Gate, where your transfer van will be waiting to bring you back to Arusha. Rest and relax as you prepare for the next day’s Tanzania safari adventure, fully immersed in the wildlife and landscapes of East Africa.

After a hearty breakfast, you will be picked up from your lodge and embark on a scenic drive to Tarangire National Park, one of Tanzania’s premier wildlife destinations. Known for its stunning landscapes, ancient baobab trees, and sweeping Masai steppes, Tarangire offers an unforgettable safari experience for families and wildlife enthusiasts alike.

During the dry season, the park comes alive with large herds of elephants gathering near the river, while zebras, buffalo, giraffes, and oryx roam the plains in search of water. Predators, including lions, patrol the bush, offering a thrilling glimpse into the circle of life. Bird lovers will delight in the rich diversity of breeding bird species, as Tarangire is recognized for having one of the highest concentrations of birds in Africa.

After an exciting day of game drives and wildlife encounters, you will continue to Bougainvillea Safari Lodge for dinner and an overnight stay, surrounded by the tranquil beauty of Tanzania’s wilderness.

Start your morning with the aroma of fresh coffee and the excitement of a morning game drive in the iconic Ngorongoro Crater, one of Tanzania’s most spectacular wildlife destinations. This UNESCO World Heritage Site spans approximately 260 square kilometers and is home to an estimated 25,000 wild animals, including 7,000 wildebeest, 4,000 zebras, 3,000 elands, 3,000 gazelles, 600 hyenas, 200–300 elephants, over 60 lions, and around 30 rhinos.

The crater is also a birdwatcher’s paradise, with more than 500 bird species, including ostriches, kori bustards, secretary birds, and numerous migratory species visiting between November and April. The surrounding Masai communities live in harmony with the wildlife, often guiding their cattle alongside roaming herds of wildebeest and buffalo, creating a unique cultural and natural experience.

After an unforgettable day of game viewing and wildlife photography, you will drive back to Arusha, carrying memories of Tanzania’s most diverse ecosystem and stories of your incredible encounters in the Ngorongoro Crater.