10 Days Kilimanjaro and Safari Adventure
TRIP OVERVIEW
Machame Route is an excellent route. It is scenic and well designed. Specifically, this means that the camps are at a slightly lower altitude than the day’s climb. This makes acclimatization easier. Lemosho Route merges with Machame Route partway into the climb. Machame Route is the most popular camping route on Mt Kilimanjaro. Following the climb descent there’s opportunities to go into a 3-day safari to explore the best of Tanzania parks Lake Manyara park, Ngorongoro crater and Tarangire park, each with their own uniqueness of flora and fauna.
Lake Manyara National Park is a favorite destination for bird watchers and you will possibly see tree climbing lions, elephants, giraffes, buffalo, wildebeest, zebra, baboons, and pink flamingos.
The second day takes us to World Heritage Sight – Ngorongoro Crater. Within a few hours, with a little luck, it is possible to spot all of the “Big 5”. The animals are not very shy here and it is often possible to get up close.
We then finish the safari with Tarangire National Park where the Tarangire River, the only water source in the area during dry season (August – October), winds its way through the park. This park is a wonderful destination that is underrated.
ITINERARY SUMMARY
- Day 1: Machame Gate (1,800m) to Machame Camp (3,000m): Hiking time: 7 hours
- Day 2: Machame Camp (3,000m) to Shira Camp (3,800m): Hiking Time: 5 hours
- Day 3: Shira Camp (3,800m) to Barranco Camp (3,950m): Hiking Time: 7 hours
- Day 4: Barranco Camp (3,950m) to Karanga Camp (4,050m): Hiking time: 4 hours
- Day 5: Hike Karanga Camp (4,050m) to Barafu Camp (4,700m): Hiking Time: 3-4 hours
- Day 6: Hike Barafu Camp (4,700 m)to Summit (5,895m), down to Mweka Camp (3,100m): Hiking Time: 5-7 hours up / 5-6 hours down
- Day 7: Mweka Camp (3,100m) to Mweka Gate (1,640m): Hiking Time: 3-6 hours
- Day 8: Departure from the hotel in Moshi to Lake Manyara National Park for game drives (Lodge)
- Day 9: Drive to Nforongoro crater for game drives (Lodge)
- Day 10: Drive to Tarangire National park for game drive and transfer to the airport
SAFARI MAP
BEST TIME TO TRAVEL
- January
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- October
- December
Day 1: Kilimanjaro International Airport to Moshi
With prior arrangement, an airport pick-up to your hotel in Moshi Town is available from Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO). You will be warmly welcome at the airport by our driver, after loading the luggage into the vehicle you will make your way to your hotel. Our team will meet you later the day for a pre-climb briefing, your hiking equipment will then be thoroughly checked and you may be able to borrow any missing equipment necessary for the trek. We will also confirm you have bought the appropriate travel insurance. The rest of the day is at your leisure.
- Drive: 45 minutes to one hour
Day 2: Moshi to Marangu gate to Mandara Hut
We depart Moshi and ride to the Marangu Gate for the necessary formalities before beginning our
trek. The hiking trail begins from Marangu gate (6,046ft) by ascending a beautiful tropical rain forest that shelters a variety of wildlife, including the blue monkey. The forest begins to thin out, the trail widens
exposing beautiful hillsides until we reach Mandara Hut (8,8858ft).
Marangu Gate to Mandara Hut
- Elevation: 6,046 to 8858ft
- Distance: 8 km/5 miles
- Hiking Time: 4-5 hours
- Habitat: Rain Forest
Day 3: Mandara Hut to Horombo Hut
We start the morning through the forest until the trail opens into high moorland. At this point, we may get our first views of Kibo and Mawenzi peaks, two of the three volcanic peaks that make up the summit of Kilimanjaro.
Mandara Hut to Horombo Hut
- Elevation: 8,858 to 12,205ft
- Distance: 12km/7 miles
- Hiking Time: 6-8 hours
- Habitat: Heath
Day 4: Horombo Hut to Mawenzi Ridge to Horombo Hut
This is an extra day meant for acclimatization. We will take a short day hike to the Mawenzi Ridge (14,400ft). The unique landscape that offers motivating views of Kibo and Mawenzi peaks. After spending a moment exploring the area, we shall descend back down to Horombo Hut.
Horombo Hut to Mawenzi Ridge
- Elevation: 12,205 to 14,400ft
- Distance: 5km/3 miles
- Hiking Time: 2-3 hours
- Habitat: Heath
Mawenzi Ridge to Horombo Hut
- Elevation: 14,400 to 12,205ft
- Distance: 5km/3 miles
- Descending Time: 2-3 hours
- Habitat: Heath
Day 5: Horombo Hut to Kibo Hut
We climb gradually, then cross the lunar desert of the saddle between Mawenzi and Kibo Hut (15,430). Kibo Hut camp sits at the bottom of the crater wall. The remaining time of the day is spent resting in preparation for the summit day.
Horombo Hut to Kibo Hut
- Elevation: 12,205 to 15,430ft
- Distance: 10km/6 miles
- Hiking Time: 6-8 hours
- Habitat: Alpine Desert
Day 6: Kibo Hut to Uhuru Peak to Horombo Hut
Very early in the morning around midnight, we begin our push to the summit. This is mentally and physically challenging portion of the trek. The wind and cold at this elevation and time of day can be extreme. We ascend in the darkness for several hours while taking frequent, but short breaks. At Gilman’s point (18,600ft), you will be rewarded with the most magnificent sunrise you ever like to see coming over Mawenzi Peak. Finally, we arrive at Uhuru Peak, the highest point on Mount Kilimanjaro and the continent of Africa. After spending a moment at Uhuru, the descent to Kibo Hut is surprisingly fast and after some refreshments, we continue the descent to Horombo Hut. Later in the evening, we enjoy our last dinner on the mountain and a well-earned sleep.
Kibo Hut to Uhuru Peak
- Elevation: 15,430 to 19,341ft
- Distance: 6km/4 miles
- Hiking Time: 6-8 hours
- Habitat: Arctic
Uhuru Peak to Horombo Hut
- Elevation: 19,341 to 12,205ft
- Distance: 16km/10 miles
- Descending Time: 4-5 hours
- Habitat: Arctic & Heath
Day 7: Horombo Hut to Marangu Gate to Moshi
A steady descent takes us down through moorland to Mandara Huts. We then continue descending through the tropical rainforest on a good path to the Kilimanjaro National Park headquarters at Marangu gate. Once at the headquarters we collect our summit certificates. A vehicle will meet us here and drive to our office in Moshi. For those who will have conquered the summit will have their certificates stamped and then celebrate the anonymous victory of the trek while enjoying the last photos with your guide, having a few words with the management and collecting luggage for those who will have left behind what wasn’t necessary for the trek before we take you back to the hotel for a rest.
Horombo Hut to Marangu Gate
- Elevation: 12,205 to 6,046ft
- Distance: 20km/12 miles
- Descending Time: 5-7 hours
- Habitat: Rain Forest
Day 8: Hotel to Kilimanjaro International Airport
This day you will be transferred to Kilimanjaro International Airport or proceed with safari program.
- Drive: 45 minutes to one hour
PRICE
We will send you a personalized quote with the exact price upon booking confirmation. Indeed, the price can vary according to availability, levels of services, period, number of participants, reservation deadline and many others.
TOUR PRICE - INCLUDES
- Pick up and drop off from Kilimanjaro International airport.
- Prices are based on 2 people sharing a room at the safari lodges
- Hotel accommodation in Moshi on arrival
- Transportation in a 4×4 Toyota Land cruiser with pop-up roof
- Professional and Experienced English-speaking safari guide
- All Park fees and Ngorongoro Crater fees
- Game drives as indicated in the itinerary
- All accommodation in safari lodges under your program
- Bottled mineral water and soft drinks while on game drives
- Three meals per day on safari
- All mentioned activist as per itinerary
- Medical kit
- Binocular
TOUR PRICE - EXCLUDES
- International flights
- Personal spending money for souvenirs etc
- Travel insurance
- Deviation from the safari itinerary provided
- Drinks of choice at safari lodges
- Items of a personal nature, such as laundry, phone calls & snacks
- Visa and passport fees
- Tips and gratuities for guide and lodge staff
$ 4,200 / Person
All Prices are per person in a party of 2 adults sharing a double room. Choose a scheduled date or contact us to set up private dates or a bespoke itinerary. Read our booking terms and conditions for more details.
WHY BOOK WITH US.
- Flexble Itineraries
- Best Prices Guaranteed
- Safety on Mt. Kilimanjaro
- 98% Success Rate
- Professional Crew (Guides Porters)
- Best Safari Operator in Tanzania
- Luxury Safari Vehicles (Land Cruiser)
- Best Lodges & Hotel Selections
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KILIMANJARO CLIMB & TANZANIA SAFARI HOLIDAY
To do a combined Mount Kilimanjaro trek and safari in Tanzania trip you will need to book your international flights to have you arrive into Kilimanjaro International Airport and depart from the same airport. However if you would like to combine your Kilimanjaro climb and safari tour with a relaxing beach vacation in Zanzibar then you should consider booking an open jaw ticket that allows you to arrive into Kilimanjaro International Airport and departing from Zanzibar Airport where you will be dropped off after your combined Kilimanjaro, Safari and Zanzibar tour.
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