
MOUNT MERU + OLDONYO LENGAI + SERENGETI & NGORONGORO SAFARI + ZANZIBAR
FOR TRUE ADVENTURERS – CLIMB, TREK & SAFARI
This is a unique expedition for real adventurers! Summit the majestic Mount Meru, climb the active volcano Oldoinyo Lengai – the Mountain of God, experience the Big Five in Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater, and finish with a well-deserved beach holiday in Zanzibar.
DETAILED ITINERARY
Day 1: Arusha to Momella Gate to Miriakamba Hut (2,514m)
Drive to Arusha National Park. Trek through forest with giraffes and buffaloes to Miriakamba Hut.
Day 2: Miriakamba Hut to Saddle Hut (3,570m)
Steep climb to Saddle Hut. Afternoon acclimatization hike to Little Meru (3,820m) for sunset views of Kilimanjaro.
Day 3: Saddle Hut to Socialist Peak (4,566m) to Miriakamba Hut
Midnight summit push to Mount Meru Summit – Socialist Peak. Stunning sunrise over Kilimanjaro. Descend to Miriakamba Hut for overnight.
Day 4: Miriakamba Hut to Momella Gate to Arusha
Final descent. Transfer to Arusha for rest and preparation for Lengai.
Overnight: Budget Lodge in Arusha
Day 5: Arusha to Lake Natron – Home of Flamingos
Drive to Lake Natron via Engaruka. Afternoon walk to the waterfalls and flamingo lake.
Overnight: Budget Lodge/Camp at Lake Natron – Maasai Giraffe Eco Lodge
Day 6: Midnight Summit of Oldoinyo Lengai – Mountain of God
Rest during the day. At 11:00 PM start climbing Oldoinyo Lengai, the only active carbonatite volcano in the world, sacred to the Maasai. Reach the summit at sunrise with breathtaking views of the Rift Valley.
Day 7: Lake Natron to Ngare Sero to Karatu
Descend in the morning, breakfast, and drive to Karatu via Manyara for overnight before safari.
Overnight: Budget Lodge in Karatu
Day 8: Karatu to Serengeti National Park – Seronera Area
Game drive to Central Serengeti. Afternoon game drive around Seronera River – the big cat capital.
Overnight: Public Campsite – Seronera Campsite (Budget Camping, tents & mattress provided)
Day 9: Full Day Serengeti to Ngorongoro
Morning game drive in Serengeti, then drive to Ngorongoro Conservation Area.
Overnight: Public Campsite – Simba Campsite on the Crater Rim (Best sunset view)
Day 10: Ngorongoro Crater Tour to Arusha
Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater – UNESCO World Heritage Site & 8th Wonder of the World for 6-hour game drive. See Big Five including rare Black Rhino. Drive back to Arusha.
Overnight: Budget Lodge in Arusha
Day 11: Arusha to Zanzibar
Fly/drive to Zanzibar. Transfer to Nungwi/Kendwa beach.
Overnight: Affordable Beach Hotel – Amaan Beach Bungalows / Paradise Beach Hotel
Day 12: Zanzibar Highlights – Stone Town & Spice Tour
Full day tour: UNESCO Stone Town Tour (Slave Market, Freddie Mercury House, Old Fort) + Authentic Spice Tour.
Day 13: Zanzibar Adventure & Activities Day
Choose the best activities:
1. Mnemba Atoll – Dolphin Watching & Snorkeling in crystal water
2. Jozani Forest Tour – See the endemic Red Colobus Monkeys
3. Baraka Aquarium – Swim with Giant Sea Turtles
4. Sunset Dhow Cruise with traditional boat
Day 14: Zanzibar Departure
Morning at leisure on the pristine white-sand beach. Transfer to Zanzibar Airport (ZNZ) for flight home. End of Expedition.
AFFORDABLE EXPEDITION PRICE – 14 DAYS
SPECIAL OFFER: From $3,250 per person sharing
Based on 2-4 people traveling together. For solo traveler: $3,950
This price is for Budget Lodges & Public Camping Safari
Airport pickup and drop off.
Park fees (for non-residents)
all activities (unless labeled as optional)
6-hrs of full game drives in a day with no limitation on where to go in the park.
All accommodations including 1-night on arrivals and 1-night after safaris (unless listed as upgrade)
All Camping equipment.
A professional driver/guide
All transportation (unless labeled as optional)
All Taxes/VAT
All Meals (3 meals a day)- Meals (as specified in the day-by-day section)
Roundtrip airport transfer
Drinking water and Wine during dinner.
Drinking water (on all days)
International flights (from/to home)
Tips (tipping guideline US$15.00 for a driver per day and $10USD per person to a cook per day)
Personal items (souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees