12 Days Kilimanjaro Climb and Short Safari in Tanzania
12 Days Kilimanjaro Climb and Short Safari in Tanzania
12 Days Kilimanjaro Climb and Short Safari in Tanzania
12 Days Kilimanjaro Climb and Short Safari in Tanzania
Experience the perfect combination of adventure and wildlife with this 12-day Tanzania holiday package. Begin with an unforgettable Mount Kilimanjaro climb, conquering Africa’s highest peak through one of the mountain’s scenic routes. After celebrating your summit achievement, continue your journey with a short wildlife safari to Tanzania’s most famous national parks, where you will encounter the Big Five, breathtaking landscapes, and incredible wildlife. This itinerary is ideal for travelers seeking both mountain adventure and an authentic African safari experience.
Day 1: Arrival in Tanzania – Arusha
Welcome to Tanzania
Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, you will be met by our representative and transferred to your hotel in Arusha. Relax and prepare for your upcoming Kilimanjaro adventure.
Trip Briefing
In the evening, your mountain guide will conduct a comprehensive briefing and equipment check to ensure you are fully prepared for the climb.
Accommodation: Hotel in Arusha
Meals: Dinner
Day 2: Londorossi Gate to Mti Mkubwa Camp
Start Your Kilimanjaro Adventure
After breakfast, drive to Londorossi Gate for registration formalities before continuing to the trailhead.
Rainforest Trek
Begin your trek through the lush rainforest, home to unique flora, birds, and colobus monkeys.
Accommodation: Mti Mkubwa Camp
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Hiking Time: 3–4 Hours
Day 3: Mti Mkubwa Camp to Shira 1 Camp
Enter the Moorland Zone
Leave the rainforest behind and ascend into the heather and moorland zone, enjoying spectacular views of Kibo Peak and the surrounding landscapes.
Accommodation: Shira 1 Camp
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Hiking Time: 5–6 Hours
Day 4: Shira 1 Camp to Shira 2 Camp
Acclimatization Trek
Today’s hike is relatively gentle, allowing your body to adjust to the increasing altitude while enjoying panoramic views across the Shira Plateau.
Accommodation: Shira 2 Camp
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Hiking Time: 3–4 Hours
Day 5: Shira 2 Camp to Barranco Camp via Lava Tower
Climb High, Sleep Low
Ascend to Lava Tower for acclimatization before descending to Barranco Camp. This strategy significantly improves summit success rates.
Accommodation: Barranco Camp
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Hiking Time: 6–8 Hours
Day 6: Barranco Camp to Karanga Camp
Barranco Wall Adventure
Climb the famous Barranco Wall and continue through beautiful alpine terrain toward Karanga Camp.
Accommodation: Karanga Camp
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Hiking Time: 4–5 Hours
Day 7: Karanga Camp to Barafu Camp
Final Preparations for Summit Day
Trek to Barafu Camp, your base camp for the summit attempt. Rest and prepare for the challenging ascent ahead.
Accommodation: Barafu Camp
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Hiking Time: 4–5 Hours
Day 8: Summit Day – Uhuru Peak to Mweka Camp
Reach the Roof of Africa
Around midnight, begin your ascent to Uhuru Peak (5,895m), the highest point in Africa. Witness a spectacular sunrise from the summit before descending to Barafu Camp for a short rest and continuing to Mweka Camp.
Celebrate Your Achievement
Enjoy a well-deserved evening of celebration after completing one of the world's greatest trekking adventures.
Accommodation: Mweka Camp
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Hiking Time: 10–14 Hours
Day 9: Mweka Camp to Arusha
Descend Through the Rainforest
Complete your descent through the rainforest to Mweka Gate, where you will receive your summit certificate.
Return to Arusha
Transfer back to Arusha for relaxation and recovery.
Accommodation: Hotel in Arusha
Meals: Breakfast and Lunch
Day 10: Arusha to Tarangire National Park
Safari Begins
After breakfast, depart for Tarangire National Park, famous for its giant baobab trees and large elephant herds.
Afternoon Game Drive
Enjoy an exciting game drive while searching for elephants, lions, giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, and numerous bird species.
Accommodation: Safari Lodge or Tented Camp
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Game Drive Duration: 6 Hours
Transport: 4×4 Safari Land Cruiser
Day 11: Ngorongoro Crater Safari
Explore the World's Largest Intact Caldera
After an early breakfast, descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for an unforgettable wildlife experience.
Big Five Wildlife Viewing
The crater offers one of the best opportunities in Africa to spot the Big Five within a single day.
Picnic Lunch
Enjoy lunch at a scenic picnic site near the hippo pool before continuing your game drive.
Accommodation: Lodge or Tented Camp
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Game Drive Duration: 6 Hours
Transport: 4×4 Safari Land Cruiser
Day 12: Lake Manyara National Park – Departure
Morning Game Drive
Explore Lake Manyara National Park, famous for its tree-climbing lions, flamingos, groundwater forests, and stunning scenery.
Return to Arusha
After lunch, drive back to Arusha or transfer directly to Kilimanjaro International Airport for your departure flight.
End of Tour
Your unforgettable Kilimanjaro climbing and Tanzania safari adventure comes to an end.
Meals: Breakfast and Lunch
Game Drive Duration: 4–5 Hours
Transport: 4×4 Safari Land Cruiser
Rates Include:
- Customized Private Kilimanjaro Trek and Safari.
- Private 4×4 Toyota Land Cruiser with full-length photographic open roof and guaranteed window seats during safari.
- Professional mountain guides, assistant guides, cooks, and porters during the Kilimanjaro climb.
- All Mount Kilimanjaro National Park fees, camping fees, rescue fees, and conservation fees.
- All safari park entry fees.
- Ngorongoro Crater entry fee.
- Game drives as per the itinerary.
- All meals during the Kilimanjaro trek and safari (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner).
- Accommodation in hotels, lodges, camps, and mountain camps as specified in the itinerary.
- Quality camping equipment during the Kilimanjaro climb (tents, tables, chairs, and dining tent).
- Enough drinking water throughout the trek and safari.
- All services of trained and experienced English-speaking mountain guides and safari driver guides.
- Summit certificates for successful climbers.
- Transfers to and from Kilimanjaro International Airport.
- Government taxes and VAT.
Rates Exclude:
- International flights from home and back.
- Tanzania Visa fees.
- Travel insurance (mandatory for Kilimanjaro climbers).
- Personal climbing gear and equipment rental.
- Optional Maasai Village visit ($50 per vehicle).
- Optional Serengeti Balloon Safari ($600 per person).
- Additional hotel nights before or after the itinerary.
- All tipping or gratuities for guides, porters, cooks, and drivers (highly recommended).
- Expenses of a personal nature such as laundry, beverages, telephone calls, and souvenirs.
- Alcoholic and soft drinks not included in meals.
- Any activities not mentioned in the itinerary.