Migration Safari Planning

Kilimanjaro Foothills Safari

A gentle Tanzania itinerary that blends wildlife, mountain views, and local culture beneath Kilimanjaro. It works well before or after a climb, or as a standalone safari for travelers who prefer shorter driving days.
Best time to travel - Jan - Mar
Duration
5 Days
Destinations
Arusha, 
Kilimanjaro Foothills, 
Tarangire, 
Lake Manyara, 
Arusha, 
Best Time
Jan - Mar
Starts / Ends
Arusha / Arusha
Route Overview

Your Safari Route - Day By Day

•
Arusha
Day 1 — Arrival
•
Kilimanjaro Foothills
Day 2 — Mountain Villages
•
Tarangire
Day 3 — Wildlife Drive
•
Lake Manyara
Day 4 — Rift Valley Safari
•
Arusha
Day 5 — Departure
The Full Itinerary

What To Expect - Each Day

All arrivals, game drives, lodge moves, and departure details mapped throughout.
Day 1

Arrival In Arusha

Arusha
Arrive and transfer to your lodge with time to relax in the garden before dinner.
Accommodation
Legendary Lodge
Meals Included
Dinner
01
Day 2

Arrival In Arusha

Kilimanjaro Foothills
Travel toward Kilimanjaro for village walks, coffee farms, waterfalls, and broad views of the mountain when skies are clear.
Accommodation
Aishi Machame Hotel
Meals Included
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
02
Day 3

Arrival In Arusha

Tarangire
Head west to Tarangire for elephants, giraffes, baobabs, and wide dry-season wildlife concentrations.
Meals Included
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
03
Day 4

Arrival In Arusha

Lake Manyara
Explore groundwater forest and lakeshore habitats before a highland overnight near Karatu.
Accommodation
Plantation Lodge
Meals Included
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
04
Day 5

Arrival In Arusha

Arusha
Drive back to Arusha for your onward flight or continue into a longer northern circuit.
Accommodation
Departure Day
Meals Included
Breakfast, Lunch
05
Pricing

Tour Pricing & What Is Included

from

$2,400

per person / double occupancy
All bookings and payments are handled directly through our office in Arusha, Tanzania.
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What Is Included

Private 4x4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof fees
Professional English-speaking safari guide fees
Park fees and conservation fees fees
Accommodation as listed in the itinerary fees
Meals listed each day and bottled water on safari fees

Not Included

International flights and visas
Travel insurance
Premium drinks and personal expenses
Guide and lodge staff gratuities
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Kilimanjaro Foothills Safari

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Day 1

Legendary Lodge

Day 2

Aishi Machame Hotel

Day 3

Tarangire Safari Lodge

Day 4

Plantation Lodge

Day 5

Departure Day