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ASU Alumni Travel's "Serengeti and Zanzibar Explorer" offers a unique combination: the best of Tanzania’s safari excursions combined with several days of relaxation on the white sand beaches of the exotic spice island of Zanzibar. Along the way, we will visit some of the richest and most unspoiled wildlife areas in the world, including Lake Manyara National Park, Serengeti National Park, the Olduvai Gorge and the largest unbroken caldera in the world at the world-famous Ngorongoro Crater. In these renowned parks, we will see the raw exuberance of Tanzania’s wildlife amid an incredible diversity of landscapes.
We will begin the safari portion of our tour in Lake Manyara National Park. Lake Manyara National Park is famous for its tree-climbing lion, as well as for its elephant, hippo, giraffe and smaller animals.
Our tour will then move to Serengeti National Park. En route, we will visit a local Maasai Village. The Serengeti is one of the world’s last great wildlife refuges. Various types of vegetation, including grassy plains, acacia-dotted savannahs, wooded hills and mountains are the backdrop for an extraordinary concentration of animals that reaches its peak during the annual wildebeest migration from Kenya. During the months when the migration passes through the Serengeti, almost 1.5 million wildebeest visit the park during the course of their circuitous 600-mile (1,000-kilometer) route in search of new pastures and watering holes. The Seronera Valley in the Serengeti is famous for its abundance of lion and leopard.
Our next stop will be at the famous Olduvai Gorge where Dr. Louis Leakey discovered the remains of Homo Habilis or "Handy Man." Homo Habilis is regarded as one of mankind's first steps on the ladder of human evolution.
After we visit the Serengeti, we will travel on to our last safari location, the Ngorongoro Crater, often called the “eighth wonder of the world.” This massive caldera is located right in the heart of the “Land of the Maasai” in the Great Rift Valley. More than 5,000 feet (1,600 meters) below the rim, the bottom of the crater (165 square miles, 265 square kilometers) is dotted with watering-holes. The crater floor shelters almost 30,000 animals in an area naturally enclosed by the slopes of the volcano. We will see elephant, rhino, buffalo, cheetah, lion, hyena, hippo, wildebeest and many more of Africa’s most spectacular game animals!
We will conclude our tour with several days on the spice island of Zanzibar, famous as the fabled commercial center of East Africa and the last hold-out of the slave trade. Today, Zanzibar combines ancient Islamic ruins and noble Arabic houses with miles of white, sandy, palm-fringed beaches and coves. The lush island landscapes open to reveal clear blue waters, idyllic off-shore islands, excellent snorkeling and diving reefs and fantastic deep-sea fishing and other water sport venues. Of course, opportunities for enjoyment also await us in the delicious fresh fish and foodstuffs of this spice island paradise. And, if that’s still not enough, we have the option to enjoy visits to the spice plantations, where cloves, cinnamon, nutmeg, vanilla, cardamom and other spices are produced. We will also save a bit of time for haggling for carvings in the Central Market!
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| Professor Jack Shepherd. |
Professor Jack Shepherd is a political scientist who has worked in sub-Saharan Africa since 1967, first as a journalist, then as a foreign policy specialist with the Carnegie Endowment, and most recently as an academic. His areas of interest include scarce resources (food, water) and political and economic cooperation among developing states. For six years he taught at the University of Cambridge, where he also directed an international institute that examined environmental, legal, and trans-boundary issues in regions undergoing rapid transformation. That work took him to Central and Eastern Europe as well as Southern and Eastern Africa. A trained mediator, Professor Shepherd has served as an international observer in presidential elections in Africa and participated in international negotiations to resolve disputes in the Horn of Africa. Currently, Professor Shepherd teaches in the Environmental Studies department at Dartmouth and co-directs the College's foreign study program in southern Africa, where he spends one term each academic year.
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A safari is an adventurous experience – but not very physically demanding and accordingly rated as an “easy” trip. No experience is required for this trip, but, in order to fully enjoy the expedition’s activities, trip participants should be reasonably fit, in good health and properly equipped.
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| Our safari vehicles. (Serengeti, Tanzania) |
A typical safari day will include morning and afternoon game drives, traveling in special 4WD vehicles. Each game drive usually lasts 3-4 hours before returning to our safari lodge. We also offer full-day game drives with box lunches for all those who would like to venture farther afield. We also do extensive wildlife viewing while traveling between one park and another and those drives usually take 4-6 hours. Often our vehicles will split up in the parks to track game separately.
Our safari vehicles are spacious and comfortable. Each vehicle is equipped with radio communication to ensure contact with our safari base and our other safari vehicles at all times. The passenger and driver compartments are connected to facilitate communication between the guide and guests. Roof hatches enable excellent wildlife viewing and photography and our safari guides are equipped with reference books listing all the local flora and fauna. All vehicles used on our adventure safaris have 9 seats, however we only fill each vehicle with 7 passengers guaranteeing that everyone has a window seat for the best wildlife viewing. Our 4WD vehicles can go virtually everywhere, an important feature when we are tracking game, and they add a taste of adventure to our African safari.
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| On a game drive. (Serengeti, Tanzania) |
Game animals are very susceptible to new and strange noises, so when you see something moving in the bush alert your leader to it and he/she will determine the best way to view the animal. If you yell out, the animal will disappear and so will the other animals nearby. After only a few hours in the bush you will become accustomed to "spotting" game and observing it. Some diligence is required when game-viewing in the bush; while our trip leaders are the best in Africa at tracking and spotting animals, and relating the biology and ecology of the various species, you will see more if everyone helps look for game. Our trip leaders will be very specific about how to act in the presence of big game; quietly, slowly and also making sure you do not block anyone else's view.
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Discover magical Africa and make this trip a family safari adventure. From grandparents to small children, all ages will come together to explore different cultures and wildlife on this educational wilderness experience. This trip offers relaxation and entertainment for the whole family! See and learn about lion, elephant, rhino, cheetah, wildebeest and more while visiting the great wildlife refuges. “Hakuna Matata” – No worries on this safe and comfortable family-oriented safari program with kid-friendly guides, special children’s activities and family-friendly accommodations. Children 11 years and younger will receive a $500 per person discount on the trip price if sharing a room with two adults. Children 12 years and older will be charged the full adult rate.
For safety reasons and for the enjoyment of other trip participants, we recommend that only children who are well-behaved and who can be kept in control in the safari vehicles participate in this trip. We recommend that you bring a car seat for your child if he/she uses one back at home. Please note that a maximum of 3 adults/children per room are allowed.
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Tanzania, located just below the equator, is truly a land without winter. From December to March, the daytime temperatures range from 70° to 90° F (21-32° C), and the nighttime temperatures range from 60° to 75° F (15-24° C). It can be quite chilly riding in the safari vehicles early in the mornings, so you should definitely bring a warm jacket or sweater on this trip. The temperature usually warms up by about 10:00am, so you should dress in layers to adapt to temperature changes. Tanzania's weather is notoriously unpredictable, but visitors can generally count on two rainy seasons each year. The "long rains" typically happen in April and May and the "short rains" typically occur in November to early December. Accordingly, the dry months of June through October and December through March are usually the best months for wildlife safaris.
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| Lion. (Serengeti, Tanzania) |
Space is limited. A non-refundable deposit of $500 will guarantee your reservation. Full payment is due by July 5, 2008. For itineraries, more information or to register for this trip, please contact our tour operator, at:
Global Adrenaline, Inc.
Email: ASU@globaladrenaline.com
Toll-free in USA: 1-866-884-5622
Outside USA: 1-312-863-6300
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| Maasai warriors. (Ngorongoro Crater, Tanzania) |
September 5-14, 2008
double rooms – $5,200 per person
single rooms – $7,200 per person
- Global Adrenaline tour leader
- local Tanzanian guides
- domestic Arusha – Zanzibar – Dar es Salaam flights
- airport transfers
- accommodation: 1 night in Arusha hotel, 5 nights in Tanzanian safari lodges, 1 night in Stone Town hotel and 2 nights at Zanzibar beach resort
- meals as indicated (B=breakfast is included; L=lunch is included; D=dinner is included)
- activities as indicated
- lectures by Maasai chief, Frankfurt Zoological Society
- transportation as indicated
- entrance fees to national parks, historical sites and museums
- international flights (approximately $1,500 to $2,000 for USA – East Africa – USA flights)
- international airport departure tax ($30)
- optional hot air balloon safari and champagne breakfast in the Serengeti ($500)
- optional Zanzibar tours – e.g. spice tour, Jozani Forest tour, snorkeling and scuba diving ($60-120)
- meals not included (approximately $20)
- beverages (discretionary)
- tips and gratuities (discretionary)
- travel insurance (discretionary)
- phone calls, laundry and other items of a personal nature (discretionary)
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After our arrival into Kilimanjaro Airport we will travel on to Arusha. Arusha is approximately 1 hour from Kilimanjaro Airport. We will spend the night at our hotel near Arusha.
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| Leopard lounging in the trees. (Serengeti, Tanzania) |
After breakfast and a short orientation briefing, we will depart for Lake Manyara National Park and check-in to our safari lodge. After a relaxing lunch at our lodge, we will enjoy the afternoon wildlife viewing in Lake Manyara National Park, famous for its tree-climbing lion, elephant, hippo, giraffe, and smaller animals. Tonight we will gather for a festive welcome dinner and spend the evening at our safari lodge. (B, L, D)
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| Maasai at Sundown. (Arusha, Tanzania) |
After breakfast, we will depart for the Serengeti. We will drive to the Ngorongoro hills where en route we will visit a Maasai village. After lunch, we will continue on to the Serengeti with wildlife viewing along the way. We will then take a late afternoon game drive in the Serengeti. This evening, we will enjoy a talk by the Frankfurt Zoological Society that is involved in several research projects within the Serengeti. We will have dinner and spend the night in the park at our safari lodge. (B, L, D)
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| A morning balloon safari. (Serengeti, Tanzania) |
In the morning, we will embark on a game drive or optional hot-air balloon safari (see details below) to view the plains game from above, followed by an “Out of Africa” champagne breakfast under the shade of an acacia tree in the midst of the vast Serengeti. Those who opt not to do the optional hot-air balloon safari may can an early morning game drive.
After a relaxing lunch at our safari lodge, we will enjoy an afternoon game drive in the Serengeti, marveling at the bountiful wildlife that is resident there. We will spend another night at our safari lodge deep in the Serengeti. (B, L, D)
Optional Serengeti Balloon Safari ($500)
An optional hot-air balloon safari can be booked in advance on a space available basis. These unique and exciting adventures require a very early morning start and a one-hour drive to the balloon's take-off point. After adventures aloft and the thrill of viewing the plains game from above, a champagne breakfast is served under the shade of an acacia tree in the midst of the Serengeti.
At 5am, we will transfer by safari vehicle to the balloon safari launch site near Maasai Kopjes. Here we will meet our pilot, receive a briefing, and watch the inflation of our balloon. At dawn we take off, rising as the sun rises and float in whichever direction the winds of the morning take us. Our pilot can precisely control the altitude of our balloon: sometimes flying at treetop height, sometimes lower, offering a unique perspective and great photographic opportunities of the wildlife below. At other times he will ascend to 1,000 feet or more to see the enormity and wonderful panorama of the Serengeti. From time to time the pilot must put more heat into the balloon with the powerful whisper burners. In between these burns, there is silence apart from the natural sounds below. The flight time is about one hour depending on conditions. Upon landing, we will celebrate in the traditional manner with champagne (well, an excellent sparkling wine), before sitting down to a full English breakfast prepared and served in the bush in "Out of Africa" style with bone china, linen table cloths, King's silver, etc. After breakfast, we will receive our Serengeti Balloon certificates and drive you back to our lodge with wildlife viewing en route. We will finish our tour at approximately 9:30am.
Please note that you MUST book this balloon safari in advance when you register for your trip. There are only 2 balloons which fly each day in the Serengeti and these tours book up months in advance.
After an early morning game drive and breakfast at our safari lodge, we will depart for the Ngorongoro Crater located in the heart of the “Land of the Maasai.” En route, we will enjoy a picnic lunch at the Olduvai Gorge where Louis and Mary Leakey discovered the remains of Homo habilis or “Handy Man”, regarded as one of humankind’s first steps on the ladder of human evolution.
We will then continue on to our safari lodge perched atop the rim of the Ngorongoro Crater where we will spend the night. (B, L, D)
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Overlooking the Ngorongoro Crater.
(Ngorongoro Crater, Tanzania) |
Early in the morning, we will descend into the crater floor for a safari drive in the Ngorongoro Crater. Two thousand feet below the rim, the bottom of the crater is dotted with watering holes sheltering almost 30,000 animals in an area naturally enclosed by the slopes of the volcano. At any time, we may see elephant, rhino, buffalo, cheetah, lion, hyena, hippo, wildebeest and many more of Africa’s most spectacular game animals. We will return to our safari lodge for a late lunch. In the afternoon, we have the opportunity to enjoy a short (1 hour) botanical walk around the lodge grounds or embark on a more rigorous hike (2 hours) to the crater rim. Tonight we will enjoy a talk with a local Maasai elder. We will have dinner and spend the evening at our safari lodge. (B, L, D)
After an early breakfast we will depart for Arusha. En route, we will have the chance to stop at the Tanzanian Cultural Heritage Center to shop for souvenirs, jewelry and art. After lunch in Arusha we will transfer to our connecting flight to Zanzibar in the early afternoon. Zanzibar is a magical spice island in the Indian Ocean where ancient Islamic ruins, noble Arabic houses, and white, sandy, palm-fringed beaches and coves coexist. Upon our arrival in Zanzibar, we will transfer to Stone Town on Zanzibar Island. We will enjoy dinner and spend the evening at our Stone Town hotel. (B, L, D)
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| At our beach resort. (Zanzibar, Tanzania) |
In the morning, we will take a walking tour of Stone Town to explore the heritage and history of this famous town, now designated a World Heritage Site. Our walking tour will include visits to the city market, the old Anglican Church located on the site of the old Slave Market, and the National Museum of Zanzibar. We may also visit the Old British Consulate, the Old Fort dating back to 1700, House of Wonders and Livingstone House. Leisurely walks through the winding alleys and narrow streets will take us to small exotic bazaars and local curio shops.
After lunch by the water at our Stone Town hotel, we will transfer to our beach resort on one of the island’s most beautiful beaches, which will be our home for the next two evenings. We will have dinner and spend the night at our Zanzibar beach resort. (B, L, D)
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| At a spice plantation. (Zanzibar, Tanzania) |
Today we will enjoy a free day on the beach. Optional spice tours, Jozani Forest tours, snorkeling and scuba-diving excursions can be pre-arranged or arranged at the resort while on Zanzibar. It is best to pre-book these activities to ensure availability. We will enjoy lunch on our own at the beach. We will have one last dinner by the beach and spend the evening at our beach resort. (B, D)
OPTIONAL ZANZIBAR TOURS
Spice Plantations Sultan's Tour ($75): A visit to the spice plantations will dazzle your senses with fresh spices. On the way, visitors can stop at the old Sultan’s Rest House to view the Persian baths built in 1850 by Seyyid Said bin Sultan (the first Sultan of Zanzibar) for his wife Princess Shehzard. This is a unique opportunity to visit the local farms and talk to farmers who will show you the traditional spices and fruits of Zanzibar. Spices like cloves, cinnamon, black pepper, nutmeg, and turmeric root, grown on plantations, will be covered on this tour. Tropical fruits such as jack fruit, custard apple, rambutan and carambola can also be seen and tasted. Plants like the henna bush, lipstick tree and lemon grass can be seen as well. This excursion departs the hotel at 8:00am and will return around 2:00pm.
Jozani Forest Tour ($75): The Jozani Forest is the only remaining natural forest on Unguja Island and is a heaven for nature lovers! With a rich variety of bird species, Jozani also offers the unique opportunity of seeing the very rare Red Colobus Monkey which is indigenous to the island of Zanzibar. This excursion departs the hotel at 8:00am and will return around 2:00pm.
Snorkeling ($60): The east coast of Zanzibar is a wonderful place to snorkel. Spend 3 hours on a local dhow snorkeling among the coral reefs with teeming fishlife. This excursion departs the hotel at 8:00am and will return around 2:00pm.
Scuba Diving ($120): A paradise for divers, the east coast of Zanzibar is without doubt the place to dive if you are looking for something new. Zanzibar is one of the world's newest and most popular diving destinations. This excursion departs the hotel at 8:00am and will return around 2:00pm. This excursion is for certified divers only.
In the late afternoon, we will transfer back to the Zanzibar Airport for our local flight (15-minute flight) to Dar es Salaam. Here, we will connect to our international flights home. We will arrive back home on the afternoon of the next day. (B)
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Take advantage of your trip to Tanzania and come a few days early to experience the thrill of climbing the renowned Mount Kilimanjaro, Africa's highest peak and one of the world's "seven summits." The Mount Kilimanjaro Climb option adds 7 days to the Serengeti and Zanzibar Explorer itinerary. Climbers join the safari group on September 5.
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At 19,340 feet (5,895 meters), Mount Kilimanjaro is Africa's highest peak and the highest stand-alone mountain in the world. ASU Alumni Travel's "Kilimanjaro Climb" offers a once-in-a-lifetime ascent of one of the world's "seven summits" via the road less traveled, the Machame Route, one of the most beautiful trails up the mountain. Spend five days trekking through five distinct climate zones, ranging from rainforest to arctic conditions. Rise in the wee hours on the sixth day to reach the summit, just in time to take in a spectacular sunrise. A coterie of experienced guides, porters and cooks will be your support team as you climb to the "rooftop of Africa."
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| Let's eat! (Mount Kilimanjaro, Tanzania) |
The average trekking day starts with tea or coffee brought to you in your tent, followed by a basin of hot water for washing up. After repacking your duffel bag, breakfast is served. We usually start trekking by 8:00am. Porters will carry our bags and each trip participant is only responsible for carrying a “day pack” to carry water, a camera and any extra clothing needed during the day of hiking. We will walk at our own pace with a lead guide at the front and another guide at the back of the group. We stop for a hot lunch mid-day, prepared by our kitchen staff who will have trekked quickly ahead of us. We will reach our camp in the late afternoon – all the tents are usually set up by the time we arrive and hot tea or coffee and an afternoon snack is waiting! Dinner is served in the evening before we all retire for a good night sleep.
Top quality staff will accompany our group along the trail including a team of trained and experienced guides, cooks, assistants and porters to ensure the most pleasant trekking experience possible. All camping equipment except sleeping bags and sleeping mats will be provided: tents, chairs, tables, kitchen supplies, first-aid kit, toilet tent, dining tent, etc. Showers are not available at any of the camps on Kilimanjaro, however washing water is provided in a basin in the morning and evening and toilet tents are provided. There is also an enclosed dining tent for meals. Due to environmental considerations, fires are not permitted on Mount Kilimanjaro. All of the group camping and cooking gear must be carried by porters (there is no vehicle support) and personal luxuries are few, but we think you will be surprised by the level of comfort and service we provide on this camping experience.
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Starting our climb.
(Mount Kilimanjaro, Tanzania) |
This is a strenuous trek up to the summit (19,340 feet) of the highest mountain in Africa. While no previous trekking or technical climbing experience is required, all trekkers must be in excellent physical condition for this trip. We also suggest that you have some experience with exercise at altitude. You will be hiking 5-8 hours each day, up and down mountain trails that are steep and rocky, and mostly at elevations over 10,000 feet. Porters will carry the bulk of the supplies, but even if you are just carrying a day pack, hiking at high altitudes is extremely demanding and can compound physiologic stress. You need to be in excellent health and top physical condition to enjoy such an experience, with adequate cardiovascular endurance, muscle strength and excellent balance. The minimum age for participation on this trip is 15.
The level of fitness needed requires regular aerobic exercise at least one hour 4-5 times each week. This should include aerobic activity (preferably hiking and running) and stair climbing and you must be able to sustain exercise for prolonged periods. We recommend that you start a moderate training program several months prior to departure, then slowly build up to a more strenuous level. Please consult your physician if you have questions concerning your underlying health. We can help answer questions for you and your physician concerning required levels of fitness and health conditions at altitude. If you have concerns about your ability to do this trip, we can suggest appropriate alternatives.
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Daytime temperatures at most altitudes over 8,000 feet on Kilimanjaro range from 45° to 70° F (7° to 21° C) and temperatures at night typically are around 15° F (-9° C). Above 12,000 feet it can get down to 10° F (-12° C) with the wind chill factor. In June and July, the nighttime lows can drop to 0° F (-17° C). The snow line usually begins at 17,000-18,000 feet, but a sudden storm could bring it as low as 14,000 feet. April and May are the rainy months and we do not schedule climbs during that time.
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Resting along the trail.
(Mount Kilimanjaro, Tanzania) |
There are also inherent dangers in any expedition to high altitude. These dangers include everything from rock falls to the possibility of a serious fall, accident or sickness without access to a means of rapid evacuation, adequate medical supplies or adequate medical attention. High altitude may create discomfort and symptoms of illness that you do not experience while exercising at low elevations. Anyone planning a difficult mountain trek must be aware of the demands and risks imposed by very high altitude, be assured of excellent underlying health and prepare with rigorous training.
The body cannot fully acclimatize to altitudes above 17,000 feet and, as a result, the more time one spends at such altitudes, generally the worse one feels. At 18,000 feet, there is only half the amount of oxygen in the air, which imposes considerable physical stresses on the body. As a result, most trekkers at high altitude feel physical discomfort of shortness of breath, headaches, nausea, insomnia and exhaustion. Individuals vary widely in their ability to acclimatize to altitude and not everyone should go to very high altitude. Because physical fitness does not confer any protection or facilitate acclimatization, it is impossible to predict how you will adapt to the altitude. The greatest protection is avoiding rapid ascents and allowing time for your body to acclimatize to the altitude. You must individually pace yourself to go slowly and drink plenty of water to avoid dehydration. You must not push too hard no matter how physically fit you may be or feel.
Early symptoms of high altitude sickness include headache, nausea, loss of appetite, insomnia, vomiting, dry cough, irregular breathing, shortness of breath, fatigue and swelling of the ankles and eyelids. It is not uncommon to experience some of these symptoms when you first arrive at high altitude and then to have them decrease in severity within a few days. It is important that you inform your trip leader immediately of any symptoms or discomfort, however minor, so that he/she can help you monitor the situation. Please be aware that carrying on with the climb in spite of alarm signals from your body may result in serious illness and even death. Medical conditions that are aggravated or complicated by high altitude include heart diseases, lung diseases, pregnancy, anemia and sickle cell disease. It is imperative that anyone with these conditions consult his or her physician in detail before attempting this climbing expedition.
For more detailed information on altitude illness and medications that can be taken for the prevention of and treatment of altitude illness, please consult the Centers for Disease Control (CDC): http://www2.ncid.cdc.gov/travel/yb/utils/ybGet.asp?section=NIR&obj=altitude.htm
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| Machame Camp. (Mount Kilimanjaro, Tanzania) |
After our arrival in Kilimanjaro Airport near Arusha, we will travel on to Arusha. Arusha is approximately 1 hour from Kilimanjaro Airport. We will check-in to and spend the evening at our hotel near Arusha. Before retiring for the evening, we will have a briefing with our trip guide and a full equipment check.
In the morning, we will transfer to the Machame Park Gate (6,000 feet, 1,830 meters). After registering with the park authorities, we will begin our climb through lush montane forest. We will continue on through lower heathland before reaching our overnight camp at Machame Camp (9,000 feet, 6-7 hours of walking) at the upper forest edge. (B, L, D)
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| Shira Camp. (Mount Kilimanjaro, Tanzania) |
Today’s segment of the ascent will continue across beautiful heathland and alpine moorland with magnificent views of Kilimanjaro’s peak. We will overnight at Shira Camp (12,300 feet, 6-7 hours of walking) in the upper heath zone. (B, L, D)
Today’s hike will take us up to 14,000 feet just below the Lava Tower, then back down to our camp in the Great Barranco Valley. The views of the Great Breach Wall are better from this camp than anywhere else on the mountain. We will overnight at Barranco Camp (13,000 feet, 5-6 hours of walking). (B, L, D)
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Our cook, Balthazar.
(Mount Kilimanjaro, Tanzania) |
Our hike begins today with a climb up the eastern wall of the Barranco Gorge where we will enjoy views of Kilimanjaro’s ice fields, an equatorial anomaly. We will ascend to over 14,000 feet under the glaciers of the southern slopes of Mount Kilimanjaro before descending into the Karanga Valley (13,000 feet, 4-5 hours of walking) for the night. (B, L, D)
We will trek up through the Karanga Valley, following the lava ridge to Barafu Camp (15,500 feet, 6-7 hours of walking), where we will spend the night. (B, L, D)
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Successful summit of Mount Kilimanjaro!
(Mount Kilimanjaro, Tanzania) |
Just after midnight, we will begin our summit attempt, passing between the Rebmann and Tarzel glaciers to the rim at Stella Point. As dawn nears, we will summit at Uhuru Peak (19,340 feet), the highest point in Africa. Uhuru will be the culmination of–and the reward for 6-7 hours of strenuous hiking. We will then descend back to Barafu Camp, resting for a while before continuing our descent to Mweka Camp (10,500 feet, 3-4 hours of walking on the descent). (B, L, D)
We will make our final descent to the park gate, a walk of about 3 or 4 hours. After bidding farewell to our guides and porters, we will return to Arusha where we will meet up with the rest of the group for our safari. (B, L)
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