9-Day Kilimanjaro Northern Circuit Trek via Lemosho The Ultimate Grand Traverse to the Roof of Africa

Your safari price typically includes park fees, professional driver-guide, 4x4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof, accommodation on the tier you select (budget camping, mid-range lodges, or luxury lodges), all meals during the safari, drinking water in the vehicle, and airport transfers.

Generally excluded: international flights to/from Tanzania, visa fees, travel insurance, tips for the driver-guide and lodge staff, alcoholic and soft drinks, personal expenses (laundry, souvenirs), optional activities such as hot air balloon flights or night drives.

Most visitors need a visa. Citizens of the US, UK, EU, Canada, Australia and many other countries can obtain a Tanzania tourist visa on arrival or online (eservices.immigration.go.tz). Single-entry tourist visa costs US$50 (US$100 for US passport holders). Passport must be valid 6+ months beyond travel date.

A Yellow Fever certificate is required if you arrive from a Yellow Fever endemic country. Most travellers also take anti-malaria medication — consult your doctor 4–6 weeks before travel. Recommended (not required) vaccines include Hepatitis A & B, Typhoid, and routine boosters.

Tanzania is a year-round destination. The dry seasons (June–October and January–February) offer the best game viewing. The Great Migration river crossings in northern Serengeti typically peak July–September. The green season (March–May, November) brings lush landscapes, fewer tourists and lower prices.

Pack light, neutral-coloured clothing (khaki, olive, beige — avoid bright colours and dark blue/black). Layers are essential. Bring a warm fleece for Ngorongoro Crater, hat, sunglasses, comfortable walking shoes, binoculars, camera with extra batteries, and a soft duffel bag (hard suitcases don't fit safari vehicles). Bush flight luggage limit is usually 15kg.

Tanzania is one of the safest safari destinations in Africa. Petty theft can occur in Arusha and Dar es Salaam — use hotel safes and avoid displaying valuables. Inside parks and lodges you are completely safe. Your driver-guide is professionally trained in wildlife behaviour and emergency procedures.

Yes — Tanzania safaris are wonderful for families. Most lodges welcome children from age 6+; some luxury lodges require minimum age 8 or 12. Children pay reduced rates (often 50–75% of adult price). We can adjust the itinerary with shorter drives, child-friendly lodges with pools, and cultural activities.

A 30% non-refundable deposit is required to confirm your booking. Balance is due 60 days before arrival. We accept bank transfer (SWIFT), credit card (3% surcharge), and PayPal. All prices in US Dollars. A receipt and confirmation voucher are issued immediately on deposit.

More than 60 days before arrival: 30% deposit retained. 30–60 days: 50% of total trip cost. Less than 30 days: 100% of total trip cost. We strongly recommend travel insurance covering trip cancellation, medical emergencies, and emergency evacuation.

Most lodges in the northern circuit have Wi-Fi in main areas — often slow but enough for messages. Mobile signal (Vodacom, Airtel) covers much of Tarangire, Lake Manyara, parts of central Serengeti, and Ngorongoro rim. Deep in the Serengeti you may have limited or no signal — embrace the digital detox.

Tipping is appreciated but not mandatory. Industry guidelines: US$20–30 per day for driver-guide (from whole group, not per person), US$10–15 per day for camp/lodge staff (in the communal tip box), US$5–10 for porters at airports. Tips best in clean US dollar notes.

No. Tips for the mountain crew are not included in the trek price. Tipping is a personal way to appreciate the hard work and dedication of your guides, cooks, and porters. The recommended daily tips are based on the crew members’ roles as follows: Lead Guide: US$20+ per day. Assistant Guide: US$18+ per day. Cook: US$16+ per day. Waiter: US$14+ per day. Summit Porter: US$14+ per day. Toilet Porter: US$14+ per day. Porter: US$12+ per day. These are recommended tipping guidelines, and if you are especially satisfied with the service provided by your mountain crew, you are welcome to give an additional tip according to your appreciation. Tips are normally presented at the end of the trek during the tipping ceremony and are shared among the crew members according to their roles and services provided. We recommend giving tips in clean, undamaged US dollar notes.