Tanzania · Safari

4-Day Tanzania Safari and Kilimanjaro Tour with Materuni and Chemka

4 Days Round trip from Arusha Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Discover the Big Five across Tarangire National Park and Ngorongoro Crater
  • 02 Hike to Materuni Waterfalls on the slopes of Mount Kilimanjaro
  • 03 Experience Chagga culture through a coffee tour and traditional local lunch
  • 04 Swim in the natural Chemka Hot Springs surrounded by fig trees

Embark on a 4-day safari and Kilimanjaro tour that combines wildlife viewing in Tarangire National Park and Ngorongoro Crater with a hike to the stunning Materuni Waterfalls on Mount Kilimanjaro. Witness the Big Five - lions, elephants, buffaloes, leopards, and rhinos - along with a variety of other wildlife in these iconic parks. The journey also includes a Chagga coffee tour, a traditional local lunch, and time to unwind at the scenic Chemka Hot Springs.

Embark on a 4-day safari and Kilimanjaro tour that combines wildlife viewing in Tarangire National Park and Ngorongoro Crater with a hike to the stunning Materuni Waterfalls on Mount Kilimanjaro.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 4 Days
Tour type Private
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Included · Standard
Transport Included
Wheelchair access Not applicable
Cities Arusha, Mount Kilimanjaro, Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Tarangire National Park
Languages English, French, German, Spanish, Swahili

Day by day

The itinerary

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Day 01

Arrival and Overnight Stay in Arusha

  • You will be picked up from the airport by a Jairos Adventure representative and driven to your accommodation in Arusha, where you will stay overnight, relax, and prepare for the upcoming adventures.

Main Destination: Arusha (City)

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Day 02

Tarangire National Park Safari

  • We will pick you up from your hotel in Arusha at 8:00 am and take you to a special safari park in Tanzania. Tarangire is famous for its diverse landscape, with nine different vegetation zones.
  • Tarangire National Park is particularly known for its abundance of ancient baobab trees, the continent's largest trees, which fill the landscape and dwarf the animals beside them.
  • The river in the park is full of wildlife, ranging from a large variety of birds to lions, leopards, zebras, giraffes, buffaloes, antelopes, and, of course, African elephants.
  • Tarangire has the largest concentration of elephants in the whole country and provides unique chances to observe the interaction between elephant families. In the afternoon, you will continue with a game drive before heading to your accommodation.

Accommodation Africa Safari Karatu

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Day 03

Ngorongoro Crater Game Drive and Return to Arusha

  • After a hearty breakfast, you'll make your way to the gates of Ngorongoro Crater, where you'll descend into the world's largest inactive volcanic caldera.
  • An abundance of wildlife graces this infamous area, known worldwide for its stunning landscape.
  • You'll enjoy spotting a multitude of different species, from elephants, hippos, and giraffes to the majestic crater lions and ravenous hyenas.
  • You'll stop by the waterfront for lunch, enjoying the spectacular views and a bite to eat before heading out for your afternoon game drive. After ascending to the crater rim, you'll begin your journey back to Arusha.

Accommodation Point Zone Resort.

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Day 04

Materuni Waterfall and Chemka Hot Springs Excursion

  • You will begin your adventure after breakfast at your hotel and drive to Materuni Waterfall, close to the slopes of Mount Kilimanjaro. Once you arrive in the village, you will begin with a walking tour to Materuni Waterfall.
  • On the way, you will see many chameleons, as well as different types of trees, birds, insects, and fruits.
  • Later, you will reach the waterfall, which flows with fresh water from the Kilimanjaro forest. If you would like to swim, you can do so, so don't forget your swimwear.
  • Afterward, you will walk back to the village for a coffee tour and a hot lunch featuring local food of the Chagga people. Once you finish, you will leave the village and proceed to Chemka Hot Springs. There, you will swim in the natural spring, which is warm on one side and cold on the other, with small fish inside, and the area is surrounded by fig trees. Enjoy a swim before driving to Arusha for drop-off at your accommodation area or the airport.

Main Destination: Kikuletwa Hot Springs

Tarangire National Park, Ngorongoro Crater, Materuni Waterfall, Chemka Hot Springs

Where this trip takes you

Tarangire National Park, Ngorongoro Crater, Materuni Waterfall, Chemka Hot Springs

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Arusha 4 cities · 4 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • All applicable park entry fees as per the program
  • Government taxes and local levies
  • Unlimited game drives and all activities (unless labeled as optional)
  • Services of an English-speaking professional driver-guide
  • All taxes/VAT
  • Pick-up and drop-off at the airport
  • Picnic lunch or hot lunch on safari, depending on the onward program
  • Meals on a full-board basis and accommodation on safari as indicated in the shared program (unless listed as an upgrade)
  • Unlimited drinking water (as specified in the day-by-day section)
  • Refreshments during the safari in the safari vehicle
  • Private transport in a customized pop-up-top 4x4 safari Land Cruiser with charging plugs for mobile phones and cameras, an intercooler to keep drinks cold, and a full AC system

What's Not Included

  • International flights (from/to home)
  • Domestic flight (from Arusha to Zanzibar)
  • Medical/luggage insurance
  • Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
  • Tips (tipping guideline: US$10.00 per person per day)
  • Personal items (souvenirs, travel insurance, visa entry fees upon arrival at the airport, etc.)
  • Government-imposed increases in taxes and/or park fees
  • Any extra orders at meals are not included. Set-menu meals are part of the package.

What to bring

  • Camera and memory cards
  • Sweater or fleece pullover to keep warm
  • Sturdy boots or sandals
  • Sun hat
  • Sunglasses
  • T-shirts or polo shirts (2-5, depending on how often you want to change)
  • Lightweight long-sleeve shirts
  • Shorts
  • Long trousers
  • Socks
  • Sleepwear
  • Travel towel
  • Thermal underwear, gloves, and a warm hat (during May-Sept)
  • Raincoat and rain trousers (during the rainy season, Mar-May and Oct-Dec)
  • Binoculars
  • Sunscreen
  • Wet wipes
  • Insect repellent
  • Personal toiletries (soap, shampoo, toothbrush, eye drops, etc.)
  • Malaria tablets
  • Flashlight or headlamp
  • Chargers and extra batteries for your camera, phone, etc.
  • Power adapter for UK-style electrical sockets

Know before you go

  • This tour starts and ends in Arusha.
  • The operator can help select your international or domestic flights, but you must book them yourself.
  • Fly to/from Kilimanjaro Airport (JRO - check price) near Arusha. Or fly to/from Arusha Airport (ARK - check price) via Dar es Salaam or Nairobi (Kenya).
  • A transfer from and back to the airport is included.
  • Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Arusha, Tanzania
Tour start
Arusha, Tanzania
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 4 days finish where they began, in Arusha.

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Estimated room rates

Single Room €745.00 — €2,156.00
Double Sharing €745.00 — €1,276.00

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