Day trip · From Moshi or Arusha · Wildlife
Ndarakwai Ranch Safari
A private conservation ranch on the western slopes of Kilimanjaro, where elephants, giraffes and antelope roam with the mountain as a backdrop. Enjoy a game drive and a guided walk, away from the crowds.
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Full day · about 8 hours
Starts from
Moshi or Arusha
Best time
June – October
Ideal for
Wildlife lovers · Photographers
Wildlife beneath Kilimanjaro
Ndarakwai is a private ranch in West Kilimanjaro, once overgrazed farmland that has been restored as a wildlife area. Today it is a corridor for elephants moving between Kilimanjaro and Amboseli in Kenya, and home to giraffe, zebra, eland, gerenuk and many birds. Because it’s private land, you can enjoy walking safaris as well as game drives, often with views of Kilimanjaro and Mount Meru.
Your day
The day at a glance
A sample timeline. Day trips are private, so we can adjust the start time and pace to suit you.
07:30 · Pick-up
Drive to West Kilimanjaro through rural villages.
09:30 · Game drive
Explore the ranch in search of elephants, giraffe and antelope.
12:00 · Lunch
Lunch at the ranch with views of the mountain.
13:30 · Walking safari
A guided walk to learn about tracks, plants and conservation.
15:30 · Leave the ranch
Begin the drive back.
17:30 · Back at your hotel
Return to Moshi or Arusha.
Included
— Private vehicle and guide
— Ranch conservation fees
— Game drive and guided walk
— Lunch and bottled water
— Hotel pick-up and drop-off
Not included
— Tips for guides and drivers
— Drinks other than water
— Personal items and souvenirs
— Travel insurance
Book this day trip
Day trips are private, so you choose the start time and pace. Tell us your date and where you’re staying and we’ll confirm the details.
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