16-Day Climb Kilimanjaro Wildlife Safari & Zanzibar Beach

• You'll be collected from the airport.
• Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Arrival and Transfer to Moshi

Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, your guide will pick you up and transfer you to Weruweru River Lodge in Moshi Town for an overnight stay and breakfast. If the weather is clear, you will have the opportunity to enjoy a view of Mt. Kilimanjaro.

Main Destination:

Moshi (Town)

Accommodation:

Weru Weru River Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located in Moshi (Town)

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Meals & Drinks:

• Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Machame Gate - Machame Camp

The drive from Moshi to the Machame Gate takes approximately 50 minutes. Along the way, we traverse through the village of Machame, situated on the lower slopes of the mountain. Exiting the park gate, we embark on a journey through dense rainforest, following a winding trail up a ridge until reaching the Machame Camp.
Elevation: From 5,380 ft to 9,350 ft
Distance: 11 km/7 miles
Hiking Time: 5-7 hours
Habitat: Rainforest.

Main Destination:

Machame Gate (Mt Kilimanjaro)

Accommodation:

Budget camping

• On Mt Kilimanjaro

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Machame Camp - Shira 2 Camp

We depart from the glades of the rainforest and proceed along an ascending path towards a steep, rocky ridge. Upon reaching the Shira Plateau, we traverse through heather and open moorlands, eventually crossing a sizable river gorge to reach Shira 2 Camp.
Elevation Gain: From 9,350 feet to 12,500 feet
Distance Covered: 5 kilometers/3 miles
Estimated Hiking Time: 4-6 hours
Habitat: Heathland.

Main Destination:

Mount Kilimanjaro

Accommodation:

Budget camping

• On Mt Kilimanjaro

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Shira 2 Camp - Lava Tower

We continue eastward along a ridge, then veer southeast toward the Lava Tower—a volcanic rock formation standing 300 feet tall. Descending through the peculiar yet stunning Senecio Forest, we reach Barranco Camp at an altitude of 13,000 feet. Although the day begins and ends at the same elevation, the time spent at higher altitudes greatly aids acclimatization.
Elevation: 12,500 feet to 15,190 feet
Distance: 7 kilometres/4 miles
Hiking Time: 4-5 hours
Habitat: Alpine Desert
The hike from Lava Tower to Barranco Camp entails a descent from 15,190 feet to 13,044 feet, covering a distance of 3 kilometres/2 miles over 2-3 hours through the Alpine Desert habitat.

Main Destination:

Mount Kilimanjaro

Accommodation:

Budget camping

• On Mt Kilimanjaro

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Barranco Camp - Karanga Camp

Today begins with a descent into a ravine, reaching the base of the Great Barranco Wall. Subsequently, we ascend the non-technical but steep, nearly 900 ft cliff. Upon summiting the Barranco Wall, we traverse a series of hills and valleys until sharply descending into Karanga Valley. Another steep ascent leads to Karanga Camp. This shorter day is intended for acclimatization purposes.
Elevation: 13,044 ft to 13,106 ft
Distance: 5 km/3 miles
Hiking Time: 4-5 hours
Habitat: Alpine Desert.

Main Destination:

Mount Kilimanjaro

Accommodation:

Budget camping

• On Mt Kilimanjaro

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Karanga Camp - Barafu Camp

We depart from Karanga and reach the junction that connects with the Mweka Trail. From there, we continue onwards, ascending through the rocky section until we reach Barafu Hut. At this juncture, the Southern Circuit has been completed, providing various perspectives of the summit. Here, we set up camp, rest, and enjoy an early dinner in preparation for the summit. From this vantage point, both peaks of Mawenzi and Kibo are visible.
Elevation ranges from 13,106 ft to 15,331 ft, covering a distance of 4 km/2 miles with a hiking time of 4-5 hours, in an Alpine Desert habitat.

Main Destination:

Mount Kilimanjaro

Accommodation:

Budget camping

• On Mt Kilimanjaro

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Barafu Camp - Uhuru Peak

In the early hours of the morning, around midnight, our journey to the summit commences. This segment of the trek proves to be the most mentally and physically demanding. The wind and cold at this elevation and hour can be exceedingly harsh. We climb in darkness for several hours, pausing briefly but frequently. As we approach Stella Point (18,900 ft), a breathtaking sunrise unfolds over Mawenzi Peak, offering a remarkable spectacle. Ultimately, we reach Uhuru Peak, the highest point on Mount Kilimanjaro and the entire African continent.
From the summit, our descent begins, leading straight down to the Mweka Hut campsite, with a stop at Barafu for lunch. Mweka Camp is nestled in the upper forest, where mist or rain may occur in the afternoon.
Summit to Mweka Camp
Elevation: 15,331 ft to 19,341 ft
Distance: 5 km/3 miles
Hiking Time: 7-8 hours
Habitat: Arctic
Uhuru Peak to Mweka Camp
Elevation: 19,341 ft to 10,065 ft
Distance: 12 km/7 miles
Hiking Time: 4-6 hours
Habitat: Rainforest.

Main Destination:

Mount Kilimanjaro

Accommodation:

Budget camping

• On Mt Kilimanjaro

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Mweka Camp - Mweka Gate

We descend to Mweka Gate and collect our summit certificates. As we descend to lower elevations, the terrain may become wet and muddy. After reaching the gate, we proceed for another hour to Mweka Village. A vehicle will be waiting for us at Mweka Village to transport us to Arusha Town, where we will have lunch and spend the night at Arusha Planet Lodge.
Elevation: 10,065 ft to 5,380 ft
Distance: 10 km/6 miles
Hiking Time: 3-4 hours
Habitat: Rain Forest.

Main Destination:

Mount Kilimanjaro

Accommodation:

Arusha Planet Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located in Arusha (City)

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Arusha to Tarangire National Park

You will be picked up at your hotel at 0700hrs and transferred to Tarangire National Park for your game viewing experience in this magnificent park which is famous for its large collection of baobab trees, spectacular large mammal population, and variety of bird species, not to mention one of the largest concentration of elephants in the country.

Main Destination:

Tarangire National Park

Best Time To Visit July to November (Animals come to the Tarangire River)

High Season June to October (The park is full of visitors)

Best Weather June to October (Little rainfall)

Wildlife in Tarangire NP

ElephantAbundant

GiraffeCommon

LionCommon

BuffaloAbundant

ZebraAbundant

WildebeestAbundant

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HippoCommon

HyenaOccasional

LeopardRare

CheetahRare

Wild DogVery Rare

White RhinoNone

Black RhinoNone

Accommodation:

Tarangire View Camp

• Mid-range tented camp located inside Tarangire NP

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Transit To Serengeti National Park

After breakfast we will head towards the Serengeti National Park, leaving the highlands behind, we descend into the heart of wild Africa – the Serengeti National – with its endless plains, rolling into the distance as far as the eye can see. We head to the Seronera area, one of the richest wildlife habitats in the park, featuring the Seronera River, which provides a valuable water source to this area and therefore attracts wildlife well representative of most of the Serengeti’s species. We enjoy a game drive en route to the lodge.

Main Destination:

Serengeti National Park

Best Time To Visit January to February and June to October (Different areas are best at different times)

High Season July to March (The Seronera area is crowded)

Best Weather June to October (Little to no rainfall)

Wildlife in Serengeti NP

ElephantCommon

LionCommon

CheetahCommon

BuffaloAbundant

ZebraAbundant

WildebeestAbundant

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GiraffeCommon

HippoCommon

HyenaCommon

LeopardOccasional

Black RhinoVery Rare

Wild DogVery Rare

White RhinoNone

Accommodation:

Africa Safari Serengeti Ikoma (Campsite)

• Inside Western Serengeti NP

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Morning Hot Air Balloon and Game Drives Serengeti National Park

Start your adventure with a hot air balloon ride in the middle of the Serengeti national park. Exploration in the Serengeti’s Seronera region unfolds with the first light, offering a glimpse into the active lives of predators and diverse wildlife amid the breathtaking Serengeti scenery. Pause midday for a picnic lunch, surrounded by the sights and sounds of the wild. The afternoon brings visits to the famed hippo pools, quests for elusive black rhinos, and the potential to witness segments of the Great Migration, depending on the season. As the day wanes, a late afternoon game drive captures the Serengeti’s beauty during the golden hour, culminating in a mesmerizing sunset. Throughout, your experienced guide enhances the experience, sharing insights into the animals and ensuring a respectful and secure safari adventure.

Main Destination:

Serengeti National Park

Accommodation:

Africa Safari Serengeti Ikoma (Campsite)

• Inside Western Serengeti NP

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Serengeti - Ngorongoro Conservation Area

After breakfast, we depart for Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Game viewing en route. Ngorongoro Conservation Area is in northern Tanzania. It’s home to the vast, volcanic Ngorongoro Crater and the “big 5” game (elephant, lion, leopard, buffalo, rhino). Huge herds of wildebeests and zebras traverse its plains during their annual migration. Livestock belonging to the semi-nomadic Maasai tribe graze alongside wild animals. Hominin fossils found in the Olduvai Gorge date back millions of years.

Main Destination:

Ngorongoro Crater

Best Time To Visit June to October (Wildlife viewing is best)

High Season Most of the year – July to March (Expect crowds)

Best Weather June to October (Rainfall is little to none)

Wildlife in Ngorongoro Crater

Black RhinoCommon

LionCommon

BuffaloAbundant

ZebraAbundant

WildebeestAbundant

HyenaAbundant

Show more

ElephantCommon

HippoCommon

LeopardOccasional

GiraffeNone

White RhinoNone

CheetahNone

Wild DogNone

Accommodation:

Africa Safari Karatu (Safari Comfort Bungalow)

• Mid-range lodge located 1-2hr drive from Ngorongoro Crater

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Ngorongoro Crater, Arusha to Zanzibar

We’ll kick-start the day bright and early, descending into the captivating crater floor for a remarkable wildlife experience in one of Earth’s most breathtaking locations. Following an exciting game drive, we’ll savor a delightful picnic lunch near the serene Hippo Lake. Afterward, we’ll enjoy a brief game drive before ascending the crater and exiting the Ngorongoro Conservation Area en route to Arusha or Serengeti Airfield and flight to Zanzibar.
Upon your arrival at Zanzibar Airport, you will be met and greeted by a Zanzibar African Qingshan Adventure driver guide. They will transfer you to Seacliff Zanzibar Hotel at Nungwi, where you will have a welcome drink and check in. Enjoy a free and leisure day at the beach and you can also swim in the pool at the resort. In the evening, you will enjoy a dinner of your choice at the resort. Afterward, you will have an overnight rest.

Main Destination:

Zanzibar Island (Tanzania Beaches)

Accommodation:

Miramont Retreat Zanzibar

• Mid-range hotel located on Zanzibar (Tanzania Beaches)

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Stone Town and Spice Farms Tour

After breakfast at Seacliff Zanzibar, you will start the Stone Town & Spice Tour. In this guided tour, you'll visit Sultan Palace, House of Wonders, Old Slave Market and other interesting historical sites. In the afternoon after the tour, enjoy excellent sea food lunch served at one of the best local restaurants in Stone Town. You will then proceed for a spice tour, a rare experience that proves why Zanzibar is referred to as Spice Island. After the above excursions, you will go back to Seacliff Hotel for your overnight stay.

Main Destination:

Zanzibar Island (Tanzania Beaches)

Accommodation:

Miramont Retreat Zanzibar

• Mid-range hotel located on Zanzibar (Tanzania Beaches)

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Beach and Hotel Full time Relaxation

You will have a deep relaxation at the beach, Seacliff Hotel lobby or your hotel room from morning to evening. You'll have an opportunity to enjoy the sea, sun and sand. In the evening after relaxation, you will enjoy dinner and an overnight stay at Seacliff Hotel, as you wait for your departure tomorrow.

Main Destination:

Zanzibar Island (Tanzania Beaches)

Accommodation:

Miramont Retreat Zanzibar

• Mid-range hotel located on Zanzibar (Tanzania Beaches)

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Sea Cliff Resort to Zanzibar Airport

After breakfast at Seacliff Hotel, you will have a free and leisure time at your resort. You can enjoy some optional activities like visiting the Stone Town of Zanzibar for shopping in the narrow streets, bazaars, souvenir and antique shops. Later, you'll be transferred to Zanzibar Airport to catch your flight back home or proceed with other trips.

Main Destination:

Zanzibar Airport (Zanzibar)

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

• Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
• You'll be dropped off at the airport.