Adventure Safaris
If you fancy something 'out of the ordinary' then try one of our Adventure itineraries
We offer Kilimanjaro climbs and camping safaris. We can also help you ta arrange all sorts of other exciting and adventurous trips, anything from mountain biking in the rift valley, to skydiving near kilimanjaro. Below is a possible itinerary for our Kili climb. For more details about other trips we can organise for you feel free to contact us.
Kilimajaro Machame Route
Day 1 An early start with a drive to Machame gate. Begin trekking through the rain forests on a winding trail for 5-7 hours until you arrive at Machame Campsite. Overnight (3100 m) Day 2 After breakfast, leave the glades of the rain forest and continue on an ascending path, crossing a little valley and walking along a steep rocky ridge covered with heather until the end of the ridge. The route then turns west onto a river gorge at 3658m (5-7 hours). Overnight at the Shira Campsite (3800 m) Day 3 From the Shira plateau continue trekking east towards the lava tower called "the sharks tooth". Shortly after the tower you come to a junction leading to the arrow glacier. Continue to Barranco Campsite for overnight. (5-7 hours). Barranco Camp (3950 m) Day 4 Leaving Barranco continue walking on a steep ridge passing the Barranco wall, through the Karanga valley and the junction which is connected to the Barafu Campsite for overnight (8-9 hours). The two peaks, Mawenzi and Kibo can be seen from this point. Overnight at Barafu Camp (4600 m) Day 5 Just after midnight trek past the Stella point (5745m) on the way to the summit, the Uhuru peak. This part of the climb takes about 8 hours. You have now reached the highest point in Africa at 5895 meters!!! From the summit descend to Mweka Campsite (3100m) for overnight, this takes about 5 hours. Overnight at Mweka Camp (3100 m) Day 6 The day is spent descending to the Mweka park gates (3-4 hours). Transfer to Arusha.
Machame route Private (1 pax) Couple (2 pax) Group (5 pax) 7 days / 6 nights 975$ 925$ 875$ 6 days / 5 nights 875$ 825$ 775$ 5 days / 4 nights 775$ 725$ 675$
These prices include Park entry fees, camping/hut fees, rescue fees, transfers, English speaking mountain guide, assistant guide, porters, cook, camping equipment, 3 meals a day and AAR Emergency Rescue and Evacuation insurance.
6 day camping Safari Arusha National Park, Tarangire, Serengeti, Ngorongoro
Day 1: Depart Arusha at 09.00 am for a 30 minutes drive to Arusha National Park. Here you will participate in a half day walking safari and a half day game drive. You will be accompanied by an armed ranger for the walk, who will guide you through the forest up to the waterfall and the point for viewing the black and white colobus monkeys. During the game drive you will see the 7 Lakes of Momella and the Ngurduto Crater. At sunset, you will return to camp/lodge for dinner and overnight at Tanzanite Camp Day 2: Leave the lodge/camp at 06.00 am, drive for about 90 minutes to Tarangire National Park. This park is often referred to as the "home of elephants", you have a great chance to spot elephants in large groups gathering around the Tarangire River. Other animals to be spotted include leopards, lions, giraffes and even tree-climbing pythons! Overnight at Panorama Camp. Day 3: Early breakfast at 6.00 am. Game drive en route to Serengeti National Park. Serengeti is the largest and most famous park in Tanzania, known worldwide for its endless plains, wildebeest-migration, herds of lions and other predators like hyenas, cheetahs and leopards. Crocodiles can be found in the Grumeti River, as well as hippos, giraffes, antelopes, and gazelles. Dinner and overnight in the heart of Serengeti ! Overnight at Seronera Camp. Day 4: Another game drive in Serengeti. In the afternoon you drive en route (optional stopover at Olduvai) to the rim of Ngorongoro Crater for dinner and overnight with an excellent view of the crater floor! Please note that Simba Camp is the only common campsite in the area, and that the facilities are so-so.....We recommend a night in one of the lodges! Overnight at Simba Camp Day 5: A full day in the Ngorongoro Crater. There is a very high possibility of spotting the big 5 in one day: lion, rhino, elephant, buffalo and leopard. Lunch will take place at the picnic site at the crater floor. In the afternoon, drive to the top of the Great Rift Valley for overnight with a view to Lake Manyara.. Overnight at Panorama Camp. Day 6: A full day in Lake Manyara National Park, famous for its green scenery, varied bird life, tree-climbing lions, hippos and baboons. Early sunrise game drive and picnic lunch. In the afternoon, drive back to Arusha.
Private (1 pax) Couple (2 pax) p.p Group (5 pax) p.p Camping Safari 1820$ 1030$ 600$
Inclusive: Park entry fees, camping fees/lodge, 4x4 Land Rover/Land Cruiser, English speaking driver guide, unlimited game viewing within park opening hours, full board accommodation, camping equipment, cook and AAR Emergency Rescue and Evacuation insurance.
Exclusive: Personal requirements, accommodation before/after the tour and tipping to the crew.