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TANZANIA

Tanzania provides the ultimate all-encompassing African adventure! Where cultural exchange and active adventure go hand in hand.

Massai culture is unlike any other in the world! In summer 2009 a group of eight PLAY it Forward® Sojourners got to experience it for themselves during our 14-day adventure in Tanzania. We first built a chicken coop for orphans living in Rhotia Valley, then explored the Big-5 on safari in NgoroNgoro Crater, and checked one off our bucket list when we embarked on a 7-day climb of the Machame Route of Kilimanjaro.

14-day itinerary

Day 1: Arusha – Arrive in Arusha, transfer to hotel, orientation and group dinner

Day 2: NgoroNgoro Crater - Safari in NgoroNgoro Crater

Day 3: Arusha - Begin service project in Rhotia Valley

Day 4: Arusha- Continue service project in Rhotia Valley

Day 5: Arusha- Complete service project with closing ceremony, orientation & gear check for Kilimanjaro

Day 6: Kilimanjaro- Day 1: Machame Hut Camp (10,000′)

Day 8: Kilimanjarao- Day 2: Shira Camp (12,480′)

Day 9: Kilimanjaro – Day 3: Barranco Camp (13,000′)

Day 10: Kilimanjaro- Day 4: Karanga Valley Camp (13,450′)

Day 11: Kilimanjaro -Day 5: Barafu Hut Camp (14,200′)

Day 12: Kilimanjaro – Day 6: Summit Day (19,341′) and Mweka Hut (10,500′)

Day 13: Kilimanjaro -Day 7: Final descent, return to Arusha, final dinner, celebration dinner

Day 14: Arusha – Depart

Contact the PIF office for a detailed itinerary.

Past Tour Dates

August 2009

Tour Details

Group size: 6 minimum, 15 maximum – groups are small, intimate and eco-friendly

Transportation: Range Rover

Accommodations: You can expect comfortable hotels and lodges with private bathrooms and all amenities.

Activity Level: Level 5 – a high level of physical fitness and training are required

Culture Shock: Level 3 – a moderate to high level of culture shock should be expected

Comfort Level: Level 4/1 – a moderate to high level of comfort in hotels, a low level of comfort while camping

Tour Cost

Land cost: $4485.00 USD

Inclusions: Airport transfers, transportation, translation, park entrance fees, lodging, most meals, materials associated with the service project.

Exclusions: International airfare, vaccinations, valid passport, tips for safari driver & staff ($300), VISA obtained upon arrival ($100), some meals, alcoholic beverages.

Single Supplement: Single supplements are not available on this adventure.