Premier Private & Group Tanzania Destination Tour from Switzerland
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The Grand Tanzania Expedition from Switzerland, Premier Private & Group Tanzania Destination Tour from Switzerland —a seamless blend of challenge, discovery, and relaxation designed by Excellence Africa Adventures, Tanzania’s premier travel specialist. This exclusive itinerary with a 7-day Mount Kilimanjaro climb via the scenic Lemosho Route, offering panoramic views and a rewarding summit to Africa’s highest peak. Continue your journey through a 6-day classic Northern Tanzania safari across world-famous parks including Tarangire, Serengeti, and Ngorongoro Crater, where you’ll encounter the Big Five and witness the Great Migration on the endless plains. The adventure concludes with a 4-day Zanzibar Island escape, indulging in pristine beaches, Stone Town’s rich culture, and spice-scented breezes. Perfect for private travelers, adventure groups, and nature enthusiasts from Switzerland, this luxury package captures the spirit of Tanzania—from mountain to savannah to sea—with expert guides, full-board accommodation, and seamless logistics for an all-encompassing Tanzanian experience.
Tour Plan
Mount Kilimanjaro Climb (Lemosho Route) | Signature Wildlife Safari | Zanzibar Island Escape
Operated by: Excellence Africa Adventures
Tour Style: Private & Group | Mid-Range to Luxury
Duration: 18 Days / 17 Nights
Destinations: Kilimanjaro – Arusha – Tarangire – Lake Manyara – Serengeti – Ngorongoro – Zanzibar
Best Travel Seasons: June to October | December to February
Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO), where our professional team welcomes you with a warm Tanzanian smile. Transfer in comfort to your lodge in Moshi, located at the foothills of the majestic Mount Kilimanjaro.
Evening briefing with your lead mountain guide ensures you are fully prepared for the adventure ahead.
Accommodation: Panama Garden Resort / Keys Hotel
Meals: Dinner
The Lemosho Route is widely regarded as the most beautiful and successful path to the summit, offering rich biodiversity, serene trails, and excellent acclimatization opportunities.
Your climb will traverse lush forests, moorlands, alpine deserts, and glaciated peaks before conquering Uhuru Peak, Africa’s highest point at 5,895 meters.
After breakfast, transfer to Londorossi Gate for registration. Begin your journey through the ancient rainforest, home to blue monkeys and colobus monkeys.
Trek: 3–4 hrs | Zone: Montane Forest
Overnight: Mti Mkubwa Camp
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Today’s hike takes you through moorland and lush ridges onto the Shira Plateau, one of the most stunning areas on the mountain.
Trek: 5–6 hrs | Zone: Moorland
Overnight: Shira 1 Camp
A gradual ascent across the plateau allows time for acclimatization and panoramic views of Mount Meru.
Trek: 4–5 hrs
Overnight: Shira 2 Camp
Ascend to the Lava Tower before descending to Barranco Valley for acclimatization. The contrasting scenery between alpine desert and lush valley is breathtaking.
Trek: 7–8 hrs | “Climb High, Sleep Low” Principle
Overnight: Barranco Camp
Climb the steep Barranco Wall, a thrilling and scenic section that rewards with sweeping vistas of the Karanga Valley.
Trek: 4–5 hrs
Overnight: Karanga Camp
Continue the ascent through the alpine desert to reach Barafu Camp, your launch point for the summit attempt.
Trek: 3–4 hrs | Early Dinner & Rest for Summit Night
Overnight: Barafu Camp
Begin your summit push around midnight under a canopy of stars. After a challenging climb via Stella Point, stand triumphantly atop Uhuru Peak, the Roof of Africa.
Capture the sunrise over the glaciers before descending to Mweka Camp for well-earned rest.
Trek: 10–14 hrs total
Overnight: Mweka Camp
Descend through rainforest to Mweka Gate for certificate collection and farewell to your climbing crew.
Transfer to Arusha for relaxation, a hot shower, and celebration dinner.
Accommodation: Green Mountain Hotel / Mount Meru Hotel
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Experience the heart of East African wilderness across four of Tanzania’s most iconic national parks — a sanctuary of untamed beauty, dramatic landscapes, and the legendary Big Five.
Drive to Tarangire, a park of ancient baobabs and large elephant herds.
Spend the day on thrilling game drives along the Tarangire River.
Accommodation: Tarangire Sopa Lodge / Sangaiwe Tented Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Explore Lake Manyara, renowned for tree-climbing lions, hippos, and vast birdlife.
Visit Mto wa Mbu village to experience authentic Tanzanian culture and local markets.
Accommodation: Marera Valley Lodge / Africa Safari Manyara
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Journey through the Ngorongoro highlands into Serengeti, the land of endless horizons.
Spend two full days tracking lions, leopards, cheetahs, and the magnificent Great Wildebeest Migration (seasonal).
Optional: Early morning hot air balloon safari.
Accommodation: Serengeti Wild Camp / Melia Serengeti Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Descend 600 meters into the Ngorongoro Crater, a natural amphitheater teeming with wildlife — including rhinos, elephants, and lions.
Enjoy a picnic lunch beside the hippo pool before ascending the crater rim.
Accommodation: Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge / Rhino Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Return to Arusha for lunch before boarding a scenic flight to Zanzibar, the fabled “Spice Island.”
Upon arrival, transfer to your boutique hotel in Stone Town.
Accommodation: Tembo House Hotel / Maru Maru Hotel
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Explore the UNESCO-listed Stone Town, tracing centuries of history through narrow alleys, bustling markets, and historic buildings.
Continue to a traditional spice plantation, discovering cloves, nutmeg, and tropical fruits.
Accommodation: Tembo House Hotel / Maru Maru Hotel
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Transfer to the pristine beaches of Nungwi or Kendwa, where turquoise waters and coral reefs invite relaxation.
Optional activities include snorkeling, diving at Mnemba Atoll, or sunset dhow cruising.
Accommodation: Zuri Zanzibar / Amaan Beach Bungalows
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Embark on the Safari Blue Experience, an exclusive day trip with dhow sailing, sandbank picnics, and snorkeling in crystal lagoons.
Enjoy a farewell seafood barbecue before your transfer to Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ) for your return flight to Switzerland.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
- Summit Mount Kilimanjaro (5,895m) via the pristine and scenic Lemosho Route
- Encounter the Big Five across Tanzania’s most celebrated parks
- Immerse in authentic cultural experiences with the Masai and local communities
- Relax on the idyllic beaches of Zanzibar, exploring its rich Swahili-Arab heritage
- Seamless logistics and professional service by Excellence Africa Adventures, Tanzania’s leading travel specialist
Included/Excluded
- Personalized airport transfers (arrival & departure)
- 7-day Kilimanjaro climb via Lemosho Route (fully guided, full board)
- Professional English/French/German-speaking guides
- 6-day private guided safari with 4x4 Land Cruiser (pop-up roof)
- All park entrance fees & crater service charges
- Domestic flight Arusha → Zanzibar
- Accommodation as per itinerary (mid-range or luxury upgrade available)
- Full-board meals on climb & safari, half-board in Zanzibar
- Drinking water during trek & safari
- Zanzibar tours: Stone Town, Spice Tour, Safari Blue
- International flights (Switzerland – Tanzania – Switzerland)
- Visa, travel insurance & vaccinations
- Climbing gear rental (available on request)
- Gratuities for guides, drivers, and porters
- Optional excursions (balloon safari, scuba diving)
- Personal expenses
