Solo & Group Adventures
Travel Together, Explore Deeper
Not every traveler wants to go alone — and not everyone has a private group. That’s why our Solo & Group Adventures are designed to connect like-minded eco-travelers who want to share the journey, the stories, and the cost.
Whether you’re a solo adventurer seeking new friends, a couple looking to join a small group, or a few friends wanting to merge with others, these itineraries provide the perfect balance of community, affordability, and eco-conscious travel.
Why Choose a Group-Joining Adventure?
Solo-Friendly
No single supplement when sharing tents or safari jeeps.
Fixed Departures
Pre-scheduled dates for easy planning and guaranteed groups.
Affordable
Shared costs make Kilimanjaro climbs and safaris more budget-friendly.
Community
Travel with fellow explorers from around the world who share your passion for nature and culture
Eco-Consciou
Small groups (6–12 climbers or 4–7 safari guests) to minimize environmental footprint.
Types of Adventures Offered:
1. Kilimanjaro Climbs (3 options)
- Machame Route (7 Days) → Popular, scenic, adventurous.
- Marangu Route (6 Days) → Comfortable hut accommodation.
- Lemosho Route (8 Days) → Longer, gradual, high success rate.
2 . Group-Joining Safaris (3 options)
- Classic Northern Circuit (4 Days) → Tarangire, Ngorongoro, Manyara.
- Serengeti Migration Safari (6 Days) → Timed for the Great Migration.
- Big Five & Culture Explorer (8 Days) → Adds Hadzabe cultural immersion.
Who Is It For?
✔ Solo travelers who don’t want to travel alone.
✔ Small groups/friends who want to share costs.
✔ Couples seeking adventure with others.
✔ Travelers who want to experience Tanzania’s nature & culture in community.
Departure Dates
- Kilimanjaro Climbs: Monthly or bi-weekly fixed dates (Jan–Mar, Jun–Oct, Dec are prime).
- Group Safaris: Weekly and bi-monthly departures depending on route.
- Custom requests possible if minimum group size is met.
(Join a group, share costs, meet like-minded eco-travelers)
Kilimanjaro Group Climbs
1. Machame Route – 7 Days / 6 Nights (Most Popular)
Overview: Scenic and diverse, “Whiskey Route” ideal for adventurous solo travelers & groups.
Group Size: 6–12 climbers.
Dates: Monthly fixed departures (Jan–Mar, Jun–Oct, Dec).
Price:
~$2,450 pp (group joining).
- Park & rescue fees.
- Group tented camps + communal mess tent.
- Professional mountain crew (guides, cooks, porters).
- Meals during trek + safe water.
- Transfers (airport & trailheads).
- Pre-climb briefing.
- Flights, visas, insurance.
- Sleeping bag & personal gear.
- Tips to crew.
- Personal expenses.
Tour Itinerary
Day 1
Arrival Kilimanjaro Airport → Arusha lodge.
Day 2
Start trek Machame Gate → Machame Camp (3,000m).
Day 3
Trek through rainforest to Shira Camp (3,800m).
Day 4
Acclimatization trek via Lava Tower → Barranco Camp.
Day 5
Barranco Wall climb → Karanga Camp.
Day 6
Karanga → Barafu Camp (summit base).
Day 7
Midnight summit push to Uhuru Peak (5,895m) → descend to Mweka Camp → exit.
2. Marangu Route – 6 Days / 5 Nights (Comfort Option)
Overview: “Coca-Cola Route,” huts instead of tents, shorter trek.
Group Size: 8–12.
Dates: Bi-weekly departures year-round.
Price:
~$2,150 pp (group joining).
- Park fees & rescue service.
- Hut accommodation.
- Meals, guides, porters.
- Transfers & briefing.
- Flights, insurance, visas.
- Tips, personal gear.
Tour Itinerary
Day 1
Arrival Arusha lodge.
Day 2
Marangu Gate → Mandara Hut.
Day 3
Mandara → Horombo Hut.
Day 4
Acclimatization hike to Zebra Rocks, return Horombo.
Day 5
Horombo → Kibo Hut (summit base).
Day 6
Midnight summit push to Uhuru → descend → exit.
3. Lemosho Route – 8 Days / 7 Nights (High Success)
Overview: Long and beautiful route, high summit success for groups.
Group Size: 6–10.
Dates: Twice monthly (Jun–Oct & Dec–Feb).
Price:
~$2,850 pp (group joining).
- All park fees & rescue.
- Professional crew, meals, tents.
- Transfers, pre-climb lodge night.
- Flights, visas, tips, gear.
Tour Itinerary
Day 1
Arrival Arusha eco-lodge.
Day 2
Londorossi Gate → Mti Mkubwa Camp.
Day 3
Forest → Shira 1 Camp.
Day 4
Shira Plateau → Shira 2 Camp.
Day 5
Lava Tower acclimatization → Barranco Camp.
Day 6
Barranco → Karanga Camp.
Day 7
Karanga → Barafu Camp (summit base).
Day 8
Summit Uhuru Peak → Mweka Camp → descend/exit.
Safari Group Join-In Tours
1. Classic Northern Safari – 4 Days / 3 Nights
Parks: Tarangire, Ngorongoro, Lake Manyara.
Group Size: 4–6.
Dates: Weekly departures, year-round.
Price:
~$1,450 pp (group).
- Shared 4×4 safari jeep.
- Eco-lodges/camps.
- All meals.
- Park fees.
- Flights, visas, insurance.
- Tips, drinks.
Tour Itinerary
Day 1
Arusha → Tarangire (game drive).
Day 2
Ngorongoro Crater safari.
Day 3
Lake Manyara + cultural village visit.
Day 4
Return Arusha → departure.
2. Serengeti Migration Highlights – 6 Days / 5 Nights
Parks: Serengeti, Ngorongoro, Tarangire.
Group Size: 4–7.
Dates: Scheduled around migration (Jul–Oct, Dec–Mar).
Price:
~$2,650 pp (group).
- Shared safari vehicle.
- Eco-camps, park fees, meals.
- Professional guide.
- Flights, visas, insurance, tips.
Tour Itinerary
Day 1
Arusha arrival.
Day 2
Tarangire safari.
Day 3–4
Serengeti game drives (migration focus).
Day 5
Ngorongoro Crater safari.
Day 6
Return to Arusha → departure.
3. Big Five & Culture Explorer – 8 Days / 7 Nights
Parks: Tarangire, Serengeti, Ngorongoro, Lake Eyasi.
Group Size: 5–8.
Dates: Twice monthly departures.
Price:
~$3,250 pp (group).
- Group safari vehicle, guide.
- Eco-camps/lodges.
- Park fees & cultural programs.
- Meals.
- Flights, insurance, visas.
- Tips, optional balloon safari.
Tour Itinerary
Day 1
Arrival Arusha.
Day 2
Tarangire safari.
Day 3–4
Serengeti immersion (game drives).
Day 5
Serengeti → Ngorongoro rim.
Day 6
Ngorongoro Crater safari.
Day 7
Hadzabe cultural experience (Lake Eyasi).
Day 8
Return Arusha → departure.
Frequently Asked Questions
Best time?
Jan–Mar & Jun–Oct.
Solo friendly?
Yes, you’ll join a mixed group.
Fitness?
Good physical shape needed; acclimatization built in.
Why choose this?
Huts = more comfort, easier logistics.
Success rate?
Lower than Machame (shorter).
Best for?
Photographers & those wanting gradual acclimatization.
Good for solo & culture seekers?
Yes—adds Hadzabe cultural immersion.