11-Day Mount Kilimanjaro Trek and Safari

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

Arrival in Tanzania

Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, our driver will warmly welcome you and transfer you to Arusha town, located about an hour away. Later, you will receive a detailed briefing on the Mount Kilimanjaro trek via the Lemosho route and the upcoming safari from our experienced safari consultant and mountain guide. They will also check your climbing equipment, and if anything is missing, arrangements can be made to rent it for you.

Main Destination:

Arusha (City)

Accommodation:

Kibo Palace Hotel

• Mid-range hotel located in Arusha (City)

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Trek to Londorossi Gate - Mti Mkubwa Camp

Today marks the start of the Mount Kilimanjaro trek via the Lemosho Route. After breakfast and a briefing, we will drive to the Londorossi Park Gate, a journey of approximately three hours. From there, a forest track accessible only by a 4WD vehicle will take us to Lemosho Glades. We will then hike along forest trails to reach the campsite, commonly known as the "Big Tree."

Main Destination:

Mount Kilimanjaro

Accommodation:

Budget camping

• On Mt Kilimanjaro

Meals & Drinks:

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

Hike to Shira Camp 1

After breakfast and a check-up, depart from the campsite and start the climb towards the heath and moorland zone. A couple of hours after lunch, we will cross into the Shira Caldera, a high-altitude desert plateau that contrasts with the previous rainforest. Today, you will get your first close-up views of Kibo, the summit of Kilimanjaro.

Main Destination:

Mount Kilimanjaro

Accommodation:

Budget camping

• On Mt Kilimanjaro

Meals & Drinks:

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

Hike to Shira 2 Camp

The journey to Shira 2 Camp begins with a scenic hike across the Shira Plateau, offering stunning views of the surrounding landscapes. The trail gradually ascends, allowing you to acclimatize as you traverse this beautiful volcanic terrain. Along the way, you’ll enjoy the unique flora and dramatic vistas of Mount Kilimanjaro. Upon reaching Shira 2 Camp, you’ll settle in and prepare for the next stage of your adventure.

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)

Hike to Lava Tower-Barranco

Continuing from the Shira Plateau, head east and ascend a ridge, passing the junction that leads to the peak of Kibo. We will then descend to the Barranco Camp. Although we end the day at a similar elevation to where we began, this day is crucial for acclimatization and will help prepare your bodies for the summit day.

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)

Hike to Barafu Camp

Following breakfast, leave Barranco and ascend a steep ridge up the Barranco Wall (elevation 4250m/13,900ft), passing through the Karanga Valley (elevation 4050m/13,250ft) until we reach the junction that connects with the Mweka Trail. We will then continue to the Barafu Camp, marking the completion of the South Circuit and offering various views of the summit.

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)

Hike To Summit - Down To Mweka Camp

In the early morning hours (around midnight to 2 a.m.), you will begin your ascent to the summit. The route takes you between the Rebmann and Ratzel glaciers, climbing through steep scree toward Stella Point on the crater rim. You will ascend from 4,700 meters to 5,895 meters, covering a distance of 5 kilometers in 5-7 hours to reach the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro. After spending a brief moment at the peak, you will begin your descent, covering 13 kilometers down to an elevation of 3,090 meters. This portion of the journey takes approximately 5-6 hours and involves navigating stone scree and ice-capped terrain.

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)

Descend To Mweka Gate, Drive To Arusha

After breakfast, you will descend to the Mweka Park Gate, where you will receive your summit certificates. Our vehicle will be waiting at the gate to transfer you back to your hotel in Arusha town. Here, you can relax and prepare for the next day’s exciting wildlife safari adventure.

Main Destination:

Arusha (City)

Accommodation:

Kibo Palace Hotel

• Mid-range hotel located in Arusha (City)

Meals & Drinks:

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

Travel to Tarangire National Park

Today after breakfast your guide will pick you up at the lodge in Arusha then you will drive to Tarangire National Park for a full-day game drive. Tarangire is one of Africa’s little-known gems and should be on the itinerary of all lovers of wilderness and solitude. Its name originates from the Tarangire River which crosses through the park and is the only source of water for animal like Elephant, Zebra, Gnus, Giraffe and Many more during the dry season.

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:

Bougainvillea Safari Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located in Karatu (Town)

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Travel to Ngorongoro Crater

You will wake up Early Morning for your breakfast and Depart to Ngorongoro. You will descend to the Ngorongoro Crater floor where you will able to see the Big Five like Lion, buffaloes, Elephant, and Black Rhino. You will also see different types of birds available inside crater. On this day, you will have a picnic lunch inside the crater. Later, You will drive back to the lodge for Dinner and Overnight stay.

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:

Bougainvillea Safari Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located outside Ngorongoro Crater

Meals & Drinks:

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

Travel to Lake Manyara-Arusha

Pick up from your lodge after breakfast and drive to Lake Manyara Park for a half-day game drive. Although this park have a dimension of (205 sq. miles), the park has breath-taking scenery and is well famous for it's lush acacia forest, giant figs, and mahogany trees, as well as to a growing population of baboons, elephant and blue monkeys. Later you will drive back to Arusha where your safari ends on arrival.

Main Destination:

Lake Manyara National Park

Best Time To Visit June to October (Easier to spot animals)

High Season July to March (The northern section gets crowded)

Best Weather June to October (Little rainfall)

Wildlife in Lake Manyara NP

ElephantCommon

GiraffeCommon

BuffaloCommon

ZebraCommon

WildebeestCommon

HippoCommon

Show more

LionOccasional

HyenaOccasional

LeopardRare

Wild DogVery Rare

White RhinoNone

Black RhinoNone

CheetahNone

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

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

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