Itinerary
- Day 1
Machame Gate to Machame Camp
You'll start at Machame Gate where registration happens before heading into Kilimanjaro's rainforest zone. The trail winds through mossy forest paths where you'll spot monkeys and birds, with occasional clearings that give you glimpses of the peak. After 5-7 hours of trekking, you reach Machame Camp at 2,835m for your first night.
- Start point
- Moshi, Kilimanjaro, Tanzania (You will Pick up at your accommodation in Moshi)
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Accommodation
- (Machame Camp)
Included Activities
- Trek through rainforest zone from Machame Gate to Machame Camp
- Wildlife viewing - monkeys and birds in rainforest
Landmarks Machame Gate Mount Kilimanjaro - Day 2
Machame Camp to Shira Cave Camp
From the rainforest, the trail climbs into heath and moorland with giant heathers and volcanic rock formations visible all around. You'll trek for 4-6 hours as the views expand to show Shira Plateau and surrounding ridges, and the air gets noticeably thinner and cooler. By afternoon you arrive at Shira Cave Camp at 3,750m with views of Kibo Peak.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Accommodation
- ( Shira Cave Camp, a public campsite)
Included Activities
- Trek through heath and moorland to Shira Cave Camp
- Views of Shira Plateau and Kibo Peak
Landmarks Shira Plateau Kibo Peak - Day 3
Shira Cave Camp to Barranco Camp
This day focuses on acclimatization work, ascending to Lava Tower at 4,600m before descending to help your body adjust for summit night. The landscape shifts into alpine desert with sparse vegetation and dramatic rock formations everywhere. After lunch at Lava Tower, you descend to Barranco Camp at 3,900m in a more sheltered location.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Lunch at Lava Tower), Dinner
- Accommodation
- (Barranco Camp)
Included Activities
- Trek to Lava Tower for acclimatization
- Lunch at Lava Tower
- Descent to Barranco Camp
Landmarks Lava Tower - Day 4
Barranco Camp to Karanga Camp
The Barranco Wall scramble is today's main event, a fun but balance-demanding climb where you zigzag upward (no technical skills needed). Once you're on top, the views open up across Karanga Valley and you can see distant glaciers. The hike continues across ridges and valleys before gradually ascending to Karanga Camp at 3,995m.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Accommodation
- (Karanga Camp)
Included Activities
- Climb Barranco Wall
- Trek across ridges and valleys to Karanga Camp
Landmarks Barranco Wall Karanga Valley - Day 5
Karanga Camp to Barafu Camp
The trail leads steadily uphill across an alpine desert with sparse vegetation as you approach Barafu, your base camp for the summit attempt. Oxygen levels drop with each step and you'll rest early to prepare mentally for the challenging climb ahead. Mawenzi Peak and Kibo's summit cone dominate the skyline throughout the day.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Accommodation
- (Barafu Camp )
Included Activities
- Trek across alpine desert to Barafu Camp
- Views of Mawenzi Peak and Kibo Peak
Landmarks Mawenzi Peak Kibo Peak - Day 6
Barafu Camp to Uhuru Peak to Mweka Camp
You start before midnight for the slow, determined climb to Uhuru Peak at 5,895m, the highest point in Africa. The ascent is steep, cold, and exhausting, but witnessing sunrise over the continent is the reward. After celebrating on the summit, you descend to Barafu to rest then continue down to Mweka Camp at 3,100m.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Accommodation
- (Mweka Camp)
Included Activities
- Summit attempt to Uhuru Peak
- Sunrise at Uhuru Peak
- Descent to Mweka Camp
Landmarks Uhuru Peak - Day 7
Mweka Camp to Mweka Gate to Moshi
Your final descent winds through lush rainforest filled with birdsong and flowing streams. After a few hours you'll reach Mweka Gate where you receive your summit certificate. Then you drive back to Moshi for rest at Kilimanjaro White House Hotel, with the evening offering time to relax and reflect on the climb.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Accommodation
- (Kilimanjaro White House Hotel)
Included Activities
- Final descent through rainforest to Mweka Gate
- Receive summit certificate at Mweka Gate
- Return transfer to Moshi
Landmarks Mweka Gate - Day 8
Moshi to Tarangire National Park
The safari starts with a drive from Moshi through Arusha to Tarangire National Park, known for giant baobab trees and large elephant herds. Game drives show giraffes, wildebeests, zebras, and predators roaming across the savannah. The Tarangire River attracts wildlife and offers great viewing opportunities throughout the day.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Accommodation
- (Ngedere Lodges & Camps)
Included Activities
- Drive from Moshi to Tarangire National Park
- Game drive in Tarangire National Park
- Wildlife viewing - elephants, giraffes, wildebeests, zebras, predators
Landmarks Tarangire National Park Tarangire River - Day 9
Tarangire National Park to Serengeti National Park
After breakfast you depart via Mto wa Mbu and pass Lake Manyara before heading to the Serengeti. The vast plains stretch endlessly with wildebeest, zebras, lions, and countless other species visible. Afternoon game drives let you witness predator-prey interactions in the golden savannah light.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Accommodation
- ( Tumbili Public Campsite)
Included Activities
- Drive to Serengeti National Park via Mto wa Mbu and Lake Manyara
- Game drive in Serengeti
- Wildlife viewing - wildebeest, zebras, lions, predators
Landmarks Lake Manyara Serengeti National Park - Day 10
Serengeti National Park to Ngorongoro Conservation Area
A morning game drive in the Serengeti offers chances to spot cheetahs, leopards, and large herds roaming freely. By midday you begin your journey to Ngorongoro, passing through Maasai villages and rolling highlands. The drive offers views as you climb toward the crater's rim, with evening time to prepare for crater exploration.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Accommodation
- (Simba Public Campsite)
Included Activities
- Morning game drive in Serengeti
- Wildlife viewing - cheetahs, leopards, herds
- Drive to Ngorongoro Conservation Area
- Pass through Maasai villages
Landmarks Serengeti National Park Ngorongoro Crater - Day 11
Ngorongoro Crater to Arusha
The final day takes you down into the Ngorongoro Crater, a unique geological formation. The crater floor is home to lions, elephants, rhinos, and numerous bird species. You'll do a half-day game drive with wildlife and landscapes all around. After lunch you ascend the crater and drive back to Arusha.
- End point
- Arusha, Tanzania (Drop off at your accommodation you booked in Arusha Tanzania)
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch
Included Activities
- Descent into Ngorongoro Crater
- Half-day game drive in Ngorongoro Crater
- Wildlife viewing - lions, elephants, rhinos, birds
- Return drive to Arusha
Landmarks Ngorongoro Crater
