Wild Africa Safari
Moshi, Tanzania
5.0 (1 reviews)Trip Highlights
- Great Add-On to Kilimanjaro
- The Highlights of Tanzania
- Luxurious Safari Tented Lodges & Accommodations
- 3 Spectacular National Parks
- Classic African Wildlife
- Maasai, Datoga & Hadzabe Cultures
- Great Stand-alone African Experience
Description
Make the most of your time in Africa with this Wildlife Safari and Cultural Tour! 6 days in length and all-inclusive, our Wild Africa Safari tour is an opportunity to experience Africa’s amazing wildlife and unique, colorful cultures. We immerse ourselves in the African tribal cultures of the inhabitants of the Maasai Steppe and learn of their traditional and current ways of life. The days are filled with exploration and a healthy mixture of safaris in three of Tanzania’s best national parks, cultural activities and relaxation in luxurious accommodations with top notch cuisine. All of this is done in comfort with safari Land Cruisers being used for all our travels.
We’ll have the possibility to observe and photograph lions, leopards, African buffalo, elephants, rhinos, cheetahs, wildebeests, hippos and much more of Africa’s most classic wildlife. We will visit with three different tribal communities; the Hazabe, Datoga and Maasai. The natural beauty of the areas we visit is impossible to describe, but we will just leave it at “breathtaking!”
Special Note: This Safari tour is a perfect way to make the most of your trip to Africa by adding it onto the end your Kilimanjaro Trek and a “Return Hiker Discount” of 10% will be applied to the regular rate for this trip. If you’re not joining us on a Kilimanjaro Trek, you will need to arrive to Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) the day before the tour begins by 3pm. Our team will pick you up from the airport and transfer you to your hotel in Moshi. Dinner and lodging for this night are included in the stand-alone trip rate.
$3855 Per Person
$600 Single Supplement
DIFFICULTY LEVEL 1
Scale of 1-5. 1 is least difficult; 5 is most difficult
This is a jeep safari and does not require hiking.
Hiking Distances:
0-1 mi
Backpack Weight:
0 lbs
Terrain:
Not Rugged
Max Daily Elev. ↑↓:
0 ft
Heights Exposure:
None
PHYSICAL DEMANDS OF THIS TRIP
- Occasional light walking
SOLITUDE LEVEL 1
1 least solitude, 5 most solitude
We rate this tour a solitude 1. You can expect to be around other travelers much of the time.
Minimum of 2 Guests
We require a minimum of 2 guests to confirm this trip. If a trip date is not confirmed yet, you can register and will be notified when the trip is officially confirmed. We recommend not making final travel arrangements until your trip meets the minimum number of guests and is confirmed.
In most cases, if a trip does not reach the minimum number of guests, you may choose to transfer to another trip date or another trip, or be refunded your payments in full. We make the final determination for these trips 45 days before the departure date.
Private Trips
Travel in perfect company by booking a private trip exclusively for your group!
Our sliding scale for private trips is based on the final number of guests in your group. Rates are per person and do not include sales tax, national park fees or guide gratuity. The final rate is based on the actual number of guests on the trip and may adjust based on cancellations or additions.
Please Note: you can also enjoy a private trip at our normal scheduled rates by filling any empty tour to capacity. However, if group members drop from the tour those spots will automatically become available on our website for instant booking. By purchasing a private trip at the rates listed below, your trip will remain exclusive to your group regardless of cancellations.
Private Rates FOr This Trip
- 2 People: Rate x 2.5
- 3 People: Rate x 2
- 4-5 People: Rate x 1.5
- 6-10 People: Rate x 1.15
- 11-12 People: Rate x 1
*all rates are per person and single supplements apply
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Pre-trip Arrival and Accommodations
If you are not joining us for the trek on Kilimanjaro before doing the Safari, you will need to arrive the day prior to Day 1 by 3 P.M. at the JRO International Airport, where we will pick you up and transfer you to our hotel. There will only be one airport shuttle departure for the group. Hotel and dinner are included the pre-trip night.
Day 1
After breakfast at the hotel your guide and driver will deliver a short orientation meeting and safari briefing. You will then depart towards Lake Manyara National Park for today’s game drive. Upon our arrival at the Park we will have our picnic lunch in the company of Olive Baboons welcoming us in large groups. Be careful not to let them get your lunch! The great alkaline Manyara Lake is a paradise for bird lovers, being famous for its large flocks of flamingos, yellow-billed storks, herons and numerous other species of birds.
We will enjoy the amazing views of the Great Rift Valley’s western escarpment and the famous hot spring known as “Maji Moto” while searching for wildlife during our drive within the Park. This area is well known for being the home of tree-climbing lions. It is also famous for having a large number of elephants, giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, impalas, warthogs and more. If we get really lucky, we might see the elusive leopard in the forested areas of the Park.
In the late afternoon, after we have done are best to see as much wildlife as possible, we will head to the Bougainvillea Safari Lodge in the town of Karatu for our accommodation for the next 2 nights. We’ll enjoy a relaxing, delicious dinner and a welcome night’s rest.
Day 2
Today, after a leisurely breakfast at the hotel, we we will shuttle to Lake Eyasi. Today is all about getting to know the people of this region and learn about their traditions, customs and cultures. Our first step is to rendezvous with a local guide to help us find the Hazabe, who roam the African savannah. Being nomadic bushmen, they rely on hunting and gathering. You can try out their handmade weapons and join them on a short local hunt. Don’t worry, they will be the ones doing the hunting; we will only follow along and observe. After our amazing experience with the Hadzabe, we will visit different groups of the Datoga Tribe known for different cultural specialties and aspects. After visiting with the Datoga we will enjoy a hot lunch at a small restaurant nearby before driving back to our accommodation in Karatu. Dinner and another relaxing evening in the Bougainvillea Safari Lodge will bring an end to this incredible day full of unique cultural experiences. Get some rest; tomorrow we head to the Serengeti!
Day 3
After breakfast we will depart for Serengeti National Park. We will drive to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area main gate, register and continue to Serengeti National Park. There is plenty to see on our drive as a variety of wildlife can be seen throughout the day. We will serve you a picnic lunch at the Naabi Hill area near the main entrance to the Park. After lunch, it’s all about enjoying the amazing Serengeti Park with a dramatic game drive until evening. We stay in the unique and luxurious Embalakai Tented Camp tonight, where we will enjoy a fresh, wonderful dinner. This one of a kind luxurious camping experience is often cited as the highlight of the trip, and many of our groups have even heard lions at night!
Day 4
Today we wake up early and depart for a sunrise game drive. Morning is the best time to view wildlife in the Serengeti. After a couple hours on the game drive we will head back to our tented camp for breakfast. Then we’re off for one last drive through the Serengeti to the spectacular Ngorongoro Crater. Descending into the crater we’ll enjoy our picnic lunch on the Ngorongoro Crater floor. We will spend all afternoon enjoying a game drive through the crater, which creates a surreal home for both year round and migrating species of animals and birds. After our full day of game drives, we will go to our accommodation for dinner and relaxation. Tonight, we will be staying at the elegant Marera Valley Lodge.
Day 5
This morning we will enjoy a leisurely start. You can sleep in and have a later breakfast before we depart the lodge. Today we will travel through the agricultural market town of Mto Wa Mbu near the Lake Manyara National Park. We will stop for souvenirs at the city center, which also has a large, outdoor market with fresh produce. This is a souvenir hunter’s paradise, with locally owned shops and an abundance of small treasures to purchase and bring home. The market is a wonderful cultural experience, whether or not you choose to purchase anything. We will then drive out of town for a visit to a traditional Maasai Boma. Here we will meet the inhabitants of a small Maasai home, who dance and sing for us, and where we enjoy a lunch of traditional African style BBQ (Western cuisine options will be available as well). After experiencing the Maasai way of life, we will drive to the Kibo Palace Hotel in the city of Arusha for our last night and a final, celebratory dinner.
Day 6
After breakfast, you will have time to relax until your international flight today. You will be transferred from the hotel to the airport at a convenient time for check-in. Flights should be booked for departure after 9 A.M.
Please Note: We always do everything in our power to follow the set itinerary, however occasionally trips are subject to itinerary changes based on a variety of circumstances, including but not limited to: lodging/campground availability, extreme weather, political or bureaucratic obstacles, earthquakes, fires, flooding and more. Normal terms and conditions apply to trips with itinerary changes.
TRIP DATES & BOOKING
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800-715-HIKE (4453)Trip Details
What's Included
- A detailed trip packet that takes the guesswork out of your travel, training, packing, and preparing for the trip
- Trained guide(s) with years of personal wilderness and hiking experience, medical certifications, and a passion for leading people into breathtaking landscapes. See Guide Bios.
- Kilimanjaro International Airport pick-up and drop-off (Add-on: day 1 of Kilimanjaro Trek itinerary & day 6; Stand-Alone: the day before the tour begins & day 6)
- Transportation for the duration of the tour starting on Day 1 and ending on the day you depart
- All national park and activity fees
- Luxury tent and lodging accommodations
- Drinking water for the duration of the tour
- Use of a backpack
- All meals for the duration of the tour (breakfast on day 1 to breakfast on day 6, also dinner the day before the tour begins for stand-alone tour)
- Emergency equipment including a company-issued first-aid kit and communication device (InReach Explorer or satellite phone)
- A Lifetime Hiking Membership entitling you, your spouse and dependents to a discount of 10% off any Wildland hiking trip after your first one (must book directly with us to receive the discount)!
What's Not Included
- Transportation to Tanzania (to Kilimanjaro International Airport)
- Trip insurance that includes medical coverage and at least $200,000 in evacuation and repatriation coverage (required)
- Bar bills, drink bills, extra snacks, telephone bills, wifi bills and other personal expenses (shopping/ laundry)
- All expenses due to unavoidable events e.g. flight cancellation, personal illness, strikes, etc. (we recommend trip insurance coverage for these variables)
- Clothes, rain gear, and footwear (see recommendations)
- Sunscreen, toiletries and personal items
- Headlamp or flashlight
- Gratuity for guide(s) and crew is optional but always appreciated; (The industry average for this trip type is 10-15% of total trip cost; please tip your lead guide and they will distribute responsibly to the crew. USD is preferred or local currency is also accepted.) *Please Note: Safari guests can tip their lead guide and driver directly. Any guests joining us on a Kilimanjaro Trek and Safari, please see tipping instructions in the Kilimanjaro packet for that section of your trip.
Click here to see a printable, downloadable trip information packet with more detailed guidance about what to pack.
Meals: What to Expect
Our Wild Africa Safari features a combination of in-town meals and meals prepared by our staff (lunch day 5). We’ll have breakfast & dinners at our carefully selected accommodations, as well as box lunches while on our game drives consisting of local ingredients and fresh produce.
Gear We Provide
We provide all group gear which includes the following:
- Backpacks
- Company-issued first-aid kit
- Emergency communication device(s)
Guest Packing List
When you register for this tour you’ll receive access to a printable, downloadable trip information packet with a detailed packing list specific to this trip (click here to see it now.) All trips require a sturdy pair of hiking shoes or hiking boots, rain gear, a recommended clothing system, a headlamp or flashlight, a hydration system (water bottles and/or bladder) and other items specific to each trip.
Important note: NO PLASTIC BAGS. Tanzania has a ban on plastic bags. This includes ziplock bags used to carry liquids in luggage.
Trip Logistics
How Do I Register?
Reserve your spot today! In the Trip Dates & Booking section of this page, the green and red dates are bookable online by simply clicking on the date, and blue dates must be booked through our customer service team for a variety of possible reasons. To email our customer service team, you can click here to get the ball rolling. Our adventure consultants will confirm availability, and if you’re ready to register we’ll email you a link to a registration profile. You’ll have 72 hours to complete your profile (and that of any dependents) and pay the deposit.
Feel free to call us for more info – we’re here 7 days a week!
Entry Requirements (Visa Requirement)
For checking entry requirements for this trip, we recommend using this travel tool, Sherpa Travel. Here, you can view what is required to enter the country, including necessary travel documents, visas, and vaccinations. If a visa is required, you can apply directly through this service. You may also check for entry requirements for your nationality on consular websites or your country’s foreign travel advisories. Ensuring you have completed all necessary steps to enter the country is your responsibility.
U.S. citizens may also obtain a tourist visa upon arrival at the airport in Tanzania.
Where Do We Meet?
If you’re doing this tour as a stand-alone experience, and not hiking Kilimanjaro with us, it’s best to fly into Kilimanjaro International Airport the day before the tour begins. We will then pick you up from the airport and transfer you to your hotel (included) in Moshi, Tanzania. Our Tanzania communications team will be in contact approximately 45 days before your trip to coordinate your rendezvous and answer any last-minute questions you have.
Click here to see a printable, downloadable trip information packet with more detailed guidance about flights, shuttles, recommended lodging and more.
Travel to Kilimanjaro International Airport
If you are joining us for the Kilimanjaro Trek before Safari you will need to arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport on the day the trip begins, no later than 3 P.M.
If you are not joining us for the trek on Kilimanjaro before doing the Safari, you will need to arrive the day before the tour begins by 3 P.M. at the JRO International Airport, where we will pick you up and transfer you to our hotel. Hotel and dinner are included the pre-trip night.
There will only be one airport shuttle departure for the group for the initial pick-up.
Departure from Kilimanjaro International Airport is recommended after 9 A.M. on the final day of your tour.
NOTE: If you are arriving early, please coordinate with your guides. We recommend staying at a hotel close to the airport.
Safety Precautions
Your safety is our top priority. Our hiking tours are led by professional hiking guides, all of whom are wilderness-certified first responders or EMT’s, each with years of guiding and wilderness experience. Guides adhere to standardized risk management protocols in case of any potential or actual incident, and all tours carry an emergency communication device and comprehensive first-aid kit. Additionally we have a “24/7” system through which guides or guests can reach Wildland support personnel at any time.
In the interest of your safety, it’s important to refer to the Center for Disease Control website for up-to-date recommendations on immunizations before your trip.
Guides
Our approach to international travel is to combine the best of two worlds: the dialed-in details, professionalism and consistency Wildland trips are known for; and the cultural immersion and intimate regional knowledge that only locals can provide. To excel with this approach, we vet and hire the best local guides, welcome them into the Wildland family and train them to meet our standard of excellence with every aspect of a trip. But along with managing logistics and safety, your guides will teach you about the area’s history and culture, and provide a level of familiarity and intimate detail only locals can.
Check out our Meet Our Team page for staff bios.
Guide Working Parameters
Guides are required to take 8 hours off each 24-hour period to sleep, recuperate, take personal/down time…etc. In addition, as part of the 8 hours off they must sleep/rest or be in their tents/rooms uninterrupted for a minimum of 5 hours each night. We ask guests to respect these requirements and to not interrupt guides’ off time and sleep time unless there is a true emergency.
Age Restrictions
Age restrictions on this trip are as follows:
- 12 and older to join scheduled tours (mixed groups)
- 5 and older to join private tours, with final approval and specific logistical requirements (such as porter or stock assist) determined on a case by case basis
Trip Insurance
For your protection, we strongly recommend the purchase of field evacuation, repatriation, and medical trip insurance. International travel is expensive, and the modest cost of trip insurance is a sound investment in an uncertain world.
If you wish to purchase trip insurance, we recommend IMG/iTravelinsured. They are one of the world’s leading providers of travel insurance.
For information on recommended IMG/iTravelinsured policies please click here.
For even greater information, or if you simply prefer communicating with a real, live person, feel free to contact our exclusive agent Michael Bennett. Michael will help you identify the best product for your needs, and there is no cost associated with his assistance. You may contact him at:
Email: [email protected]
US by Phone: 877-305-9083
Direct/International by Phone: 702-448-3664
If you already have insurance or wish to purchase from anyone other than IMG/iTravelinsured, we recommend careful consultation with the provider to ensure appropriate coverage. This is because many providers have a number of policy exclusions.
Weather on Safari
The temperatures on Safari are usually warm and dry with temperatures varying between 60° – 80° F., however due to the vast area of land we travel during our itinerary weather can vary greatly. The short rainy season is between November to January and the long rainy season is between March to May.
The average temperatures and precipitation on Safari are:
| Month | Hi | Low | Precip |
| Jan | 84° F | 61° F | 3 in |
| Feb | 84° F | 61° F | 4 in |
| June | 81° F | 59° F | 1 in |
| July | 79° F | 57° F | 1 in |
| Aug | 81° F | 59° F | 1 in |
| Sept | 82° F | 59° F | 2 in |
| Dec | 82° F | 61° F | 4 in |
Accommodations
Kilimanjaro Wonders Hotel
1 NIGHT (on Stand-Alone)
This is one of the first 4-star, boutique hotels in Moshi. It provides great, modern ambience and luxury facilities. Only 45 minutes from Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO), it is a perfect home base to rest from your travels before your safari adventure begins. The view of Mt. Kilimanjaro from the roof top lounge is outstanding!
BOUGAINVILLEA LODGE
2 NIGHTS
Bougainvillea Safari Lodge is situated perfectly outside the village of Karatu midway between Lake Manyara and the Ngorongoro Crater, and has warm and welcoming hosts and wonderful accommodations.
EMBALAKAI TENTED LODGE
1 NIGHT
This entire camp is comprised of luxury canvas tents with all of the comforts of a premier hotel. The tents are big, bright and allow in lots of natural light. All tents are classic safari style each with en-suite bathrooms.
MARERA VALLEY LODGE
1 NIGHT
This lodge is very close to the village of Karatu and is a modern, lovely accommodation. Its spacious rooms – with wonderful bathrooms and large showers – are situated around a lush garden and huge, beautiful swimming pool.
KIBO PALACE HOTEL
1 NIGHT
Nestled in the city of Arusha, this stunning hotel property is located near the gateway to some of the most enchanting safari destinations in Tanzania and close to the Kilimanjaro International (JRO) airport. The property has all the amenities and access you would expect in a modern city.
* These exact accommodations are not guaranteed. In some instances alternative accommodations of similar quality and location may be used.
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Susan L.
Blew My Mind
The safari blew my mind. From the accommodations, being able to meet and interact with the different tribes and the beauty of the Serengeti, the Crater. All the animals were incredible.
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