14 days in Kilimanjaro Region & Zanzibar Island Itinerary

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Moshi
— 2 nights
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Kilimanjaro National Park
— 2 nights
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Jambiani
— 2 nights
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Zanzibar City
— 3 nights
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Nungwi
— 3 nights
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Moshi — 2 nights

Moshi is known for wildlife, nature, and museums. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: shake up your sightseeing with a climbing tour, view the masterpieces at Mama Africa Giftshop, enjoy unforgettable views with a balloon tour, and soothe aching muscles at some of the top local wellness centers.

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New York City, USA to Moshi is an approximately 23-hour flight. The time zone changes from Eastern Standard Time to East Africa Time, which is usually an 8 hour difference. Cap off your sightseeing on the 1st (Sat) early enough to travel to Kilimanjaro National Park.
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Kilimanjaro National Park — 2 nights

On the 2nd (Sun), take in the awesome beauty at Mount Kilimanjaro. Here are some ideas for day two: see the sights as you ascend with a climbing tour.

To see maps, ratings, reviews, and other tourist information, read our Kilimanjaro National Park trip itinerary maker.

Use the Route module to find suitable travel options from Moshi to Kilimanjaro National Park. Finish your sightseeing early on the 3rd (Mon) to allow enough time to fly to Jambiani.
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Jambiani — 2 nights

Start off your visit on the 4th (Tue): stroll around Jozani Forest and then Head underground at Kuza Cave. Here are some ideas for day two: see some colorful creatures with Rising Sun Dive Center and then kick back and relax at Paje Beach.

To see more things to do, other places to visit, ratings, and more tourist information, read Jambiani journey website.

Traveling by flight from Kilimanjaro National Park to Jambiani takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of bus, ferry, and taxi; or do a combination of train, ferry, and car. In July, daily temperatures in Jambiani can reach 85°F, while at night they dip to 73°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 5th (Wed) early enough to drive to Zanzibar City.
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Zanzibar City — 3 nights

Zanzibar City is known for nature, historic sites, and parks. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: step off the mainland to explore Prison Island - Changuu Private Island, delve into the distant past at Hamamni Persian Baths, take in the architecture and atmosphere at Old Slave Market/Anglican Cathedral, and steep yourself in history at House of Wonders (Beit-el-Ajaib).

To find more things to do, reviews, traveler tips, and more tourist information, use the Zanzibar City day trip tool.

Traveling by car from Jambiani to Zanzibar City takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive. In July, daily temperatures in Zanzibar City can reach 85°F, while at night they dip to 73°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 8th (Sat) to allow time to drive to Nungwi.
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Historic Sites · Outdoors · Tours · Wildlife
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Nungwi — 3 nights

Start off your visit on the 9th (Sun): tour the pleasant surroundings at Nungwi Beach and then get to know the resident critters at Zanzibar Kilosas Conservation. On the 10th (Mon), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: stroll through Baraka Natural Aquarium - Nungwi, then see some colorful creatures with a scuba or snorkeling tour, and then stop by Bahati Beach Boutique.

To see other places to visit, traveler tips, photos, and more tourist information, use the Nungwi trip builder site.

You can drive from Zanzibar City to Nungwi in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive. In July, plan for daily highs up to 85°F, and evening lows to 73°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 11th (Tue) to allow time to fly back home.
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Kilimanjaro Region travel guide

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Mountains · Safaris · Nature & Wildlife Tours
Gaze upon the snow-clad top of Africa in the Kilimanjaro Region, taking its name from the continent's spectacular 5,896 m (19,344 ft) mountain of the same name. A hub of mountaineering tourism, the Kilimanjaro Region's capital Moshi is a clean, bustling center that enjoys prosperity from the local coffee industry, and boasts an attractive blend of Asian and African cultures. Those considering tackling the main attraction of the Kilimanjaro Region will need to do some serious planning, as the trek is for experienced hikers only. Non-trekkers can explore the national park's rainforests and wildlife, including buffaloes, leopards, elephants, and more.
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Zanzibar Island travel guide

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Beaches · Scuba & Snorkeling · Islands
Unguja
Experience the bustling Zanzibar Island, the financial and economical metropolis of the Zanzibar Archipelago. Most tours of Zanzibar Island start in Zanzibar Town, where centuries of history are on display in Persian bathhouses, street coffee vendors, and the world's last open slave market in Stone Town, the historical center. Beyond that, attractions on Zanzibar Island include numerous archaeological sites dotted across the area.
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