This itinerary offers a 7-day safari exploring Tanzania’s breathtaking parks, followed by the challenge of summiting Mount Kilimanjaro via the scenic Lemosho Route.
Days 1-7: Safari Adventure
Day 1: Arrival in Arusha
- Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport and transfer to your accommodation in Arusha.
- Relax and prepare for your adventure.
Midrange Option: Planet Lodge
Luxury Option: Arusha Coffee Lodge
Day 2: Tarangire National Park
- Drive to Tarangire National Park (approx. 2.5 hours).
- Full-day game drive to explore the park’s vast elephant herds and iconic baobab trees.
Midrange Option: Tarangire Simba Lodge
Luxury Option: Tarangire Treetops
Day 3: Lake Manyara National Park
- Morning drive to Lake Manyara National Park (approx. 2 hours).
- Discover the diverse landscapes and wildlife, including flamingos and tree-climbing lions.
Accommodation: Suricata Boma Lodge (both midrange and luxury options)
Days 4-5: Central Serengeti
- Drive to Central Serengeti (approx. 5-6 hours), with a game drive en route.
- Spend two days exploring the Serengeti’s endless plains and abundant wildlife.
Midrange Option: Suenos De Africa
Luxury Option: Kubukubu Tented Lodge
Day 6: Ngorongoro Crater
- Morning game drive in Serengeti, then head to Ngorongoro Crater (approx. 4 hours).
- Descend into the crater for a game drive in this wildlife-rich ecosystem.
Midrange Option: Rhino Lodge
Luxury Option: Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge
Day 7: Return to Arusha
- After breakfast, drive back to Arusha (approx. 4 hours).
- Overnight to rest and prepare for Kilimanjaro.
Midrange Option: Planet Lodge
Luxury Option: Arusha Coffee Lodge
Days 8-14: Kilimanjaro Climb (Lemosho Route)
Day 8: Londorossi Gate to Mti Mkubwa (Big Tree Camp)
- Drive to Londorossi Gate for registration.
- Trek through lush rainforest to Mti Mkubwa Camp (2,650 m / 8,694 ft).
- Hiking Time: 3-4 hours.
- Distance: 7 km / 4.3 miles.
Day 9: Mti Mkubwa to Shira 1 Camp
- Trek through heather and moorland to Shira 1 Camp (3,500 m / 11,482 ft).
- Hiking Time: 5-6 hours.
- Distance: 8 km / 5 miles.
Day 10: Shira 1 to Shira 2 Camp
- Continue across the Shira Plateau to Shira 2 Camp (3,850 m / 12,631 ft).
- Hiking Time: 4-5 hours.
- Distance: 7 km / 4.3 miles.
Day 11: Shira 2 to Barranco Camp via Lava Tower
- Ascend to Lava Tower (4,600 m / 15,091 ft) for acclimatization before descending to Barranco Camp (3,900 m / 12,795 ft).
- Hiking Time: 7-8 hours.
- Distance: 10 km / 6.2 miles.
Day 12: Barranco to Karanga Camp
- Climb the Barranco Wall, then trek to Karanga Camp (4,035 m / 13,238 ft).
- Hiking Time: 4-5 hours.
- Distance: 6 km / 3.7 miles.
Day 13: Karanga to Barafu Camp
- Trek to Barafu Camp (4,640 m / 15,223 ft), your base for the summit attempt.
- Hiking Time: 4-5 hours.
- Distance: 4 km / 2.5 miles.
Day 14: Summit Day – Uhuru Peak to Mweka Camp
- Begin the summit attempt at midnight, reaching Uhuru Peak (5,895 m / 19,341 ft).
- Descend to Mweka Camp (3,100 m / 10,170 ft).
- Hiking Time: 12-14 hours.
- Distance: 20 km / 12.4 miles.
Day 15: Mweka Camp to Mweka Gate
- Descend through rainforest to Mweka Gate, where you’ll receive your certificate.
- Transfer back to Arusha for rest or departure.
- Hiking Time: 4-5 hours.
- Distance: 10 km / 6.2 miles.
