5 Days Kilimanjaro & Arusha National Park with Mto wa Mbu

Discover Tanzania’s natural and cultural richness on a 5-day journey through Arusha, Kilimanjaro’s rainforest, and Mto wa Mbu village life.

Day 1: Arrival in Arusha / Moshi

Pick up from Kilimanjaro International Airport or Arusha.

Transfer to hotel/lodge. Briefing and relaxation.

Overnight in Arusha/Moshi.

Day 2: Arusha National Park

Breakfast then full-day safari in Arusha National Park.

Game drive and walking safari with a park ranger.

Spot giraffes, buffalos, flamingos, black-and-white colobus monkeys.

Overnight in Arusha.

Day 3: Kilimanjaro National Park (Marangu Gate Experience)

After breakfast, drive to Kilimanjaro National Park.

Trek from Marangu Gate to Mandara Hut through rainforest.

Picnic lunch, enjoy views of waterfalls, flora & fauna.

Descend and return to Moshi/Arusha.

Overnight stay in Moshi/Arusha.

Day 4: Mto wa Mbu Cultural Tour

Morning drive to Mto wa Mbu village. Experience banana farms, local markets, traditional beer brewing, Makonde carving, and local lunch.

Cultural exchange with local communities.

Overnight at lodge near Lake Manyara / Mto wa Mbu.

Day 5: Return to Arusha / Departure

Breakfast, drive back to Arusha town.

Transfer to airport for departure.

Inclusions

✔️ Accommodation during safari (lodges/camps/hotels as mentioned).
✔️ Meals as per itinerary (B = Breakfast, L = Lunch, D = Dinner).
✔️ All park entry fees and conservation charges.
✔️ Game drives in a 4×4 safari vehicle with an open roof.
✔️ Professional English/ French / Spanish speaking driver/guide.
✔️ Bottled drinking water during safari.
✔️ Guided activities (walking safaris, cultural tours, hikes where applicable).
✔️ Airport transfers (where mentioned).

Exclusions

❌ International flights.
❌ Tanzania Visa fees.
❌ Travel & medical insurance.
❌ Tips and gratuities to guides, drivers, and hotel staff.
❌ Alcoholic and soft drinks (unless included in lodge meal plan).
❌ Optional activities not mentioned in the itinerary.
❌ Personal expenses (souvenirs, laundry, phone calls, etc.).

Prices

2 pax sharing: from ~USD 1,300

4 pax sharing: from ~USD 980

6 pax sharing: from ~USD 850

Quick Facts

  • Duration: 5 days / 4 nights.

  • Start/End: Arusha / Moshi, via Kilimanjaro Airport.

  • Highlights: Arusha NP game drive & walking safari; Kilimanjaro rainforest trek to Mandara Hut; immersive cultural tour in Mto wa Mbu (markets, banana farms, Makonde carvings) .

  • Wildlife: Giraffes, buffalo, flamingos, colobus monkeys, plus rich flora & waterfalls.

  • From Price: ~USD 1,300 (2 sharing); ~USD 980 (4 sharing); ~USD 850 (6 sharing).

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