u/wallacecat1991

I'm starting the process of planning my first safari. I am really open to anything and trying to figure out what is worth it and what isn't. I would potentially be going in November or could push it back to January, maybe even through March. I know this is the off season, that doesn't specifically bother me unless it really wouldn't be worth my time. There is a tour that has a day hike at Mt Kilimanjaro. It goes to the Marangu Gate and back. (I have no desire to completely climb the mountain) But I am also very aware that mountain climbing is not always ethical. That is a big thing for me and do not want to partake if it isn't.
Here is the itinerary I found online:
Days

Main Destination

Day 1November 3, 2026

Tarangire NPBudget camping

Day 2November 4, 2026

Serengeti NPNyani Campsite

Day 3November 5, 2026

Serengeti NPNgorongoro Simba Campsite

Day 4November 6, 2026

Ngorongoro CraterBudget camping

Day 5November 7, 2026

Lake Manyara NPSerengeti Home

Day 6November 8, 2026

Kilimanjaro day hike(No accommodation)

So my questions: 1. Is a day hike to the gate ethical? 2. Is doing this worth it or should I omit it?

I'm not dead set on Tanzania and I am also looking at Kenya. From what I've found, the months I'm looking at going, I should look at these two countries for better weather than others. It's the wild, I know I may not see every animal so I would not be going in with super big expectations of seeing every animal all day. With that being said, would I also be setting myself up for failure by going during those times? And is there a better month between end of November to March better than the others?

Thank you in advance!

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