Kilimanjaro Machame Climb and Tanzania Safari

Day 1: Arrival in Moshi

1. Kilimanjaro National Park
   Pass by
   Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO), where you’ll be warmly welcomed by our team and transferred to your hotel in Moshi. Enjoy a briefing with your mountain guide, gear check, and time to relax before the trek begins. Overnight at a comfortable hotel in Moshi.

Day 2: Machame Gate to Machame Camp

1. Kilimanjaro National Park
   8h
   After breakfast, drive to Machame Gate (1,800m) and begin your Kilimanjaro climb. Hike through dense rainforest filled with birdlife and occasional monkeys. Arrive at Machame Camp (3,000m) for your first night under the stars, surrounded by mountain scenery.

Day 3: Machame Camp to Shira Camp

1. Kilimanjaro National Park
   8h
   Today, you ascend out of the rainforest and into the heather and moorland zone. Cross valleys and ridges with panoramic views before reaching Shira Camp (3,840m), set on a volcanic plateau. Relax and acclimatize with views of Kibo Peak.

Day 4: Shira Camp to Barranco Camp via Lava Tower

1. Kilimanjaro National Park
   7h
   Gain altitude as you hike toward Lava Tower (4,630m) for acclimatization, then descend to Barranco Camp (3,960m). This up-and-down route helps your body adapt to the high elevation and offers stunning views of the Western Breach.

Day 5: Barranco Camp to Karanga Camp

1. Kilimanjaro National Park
   8h
   After breakfast, tackle the iconic Barranco Wall — a steep but exciting scramble with rewarding views. Continue along undulating terrain to Karanga Camp (4,035m), a peaceful campsite nestled in a valley.

Day 6: Karanga Camp to Barafu Camp

1. Kilimanjaro National Park
   8h
   A short but important climb takes you to Barafu Camp (4,640m), your base before the summit attempt. Spend the afternoon resting, hydrating, and preparing for your early morning departure to Uhuru Peak.

Day 7: Summit Day – Barafu Camp to Uhuru Peak and Down to Mweka Camp

1. Kilimanjaro National Park
   8h
   Start your climb around midnight under the stars. Hike through the arctic zone to reach Uhuru Peak (5,895m), the highest point in Africa, by sunrise. After celebrating at the summit, descend through scree and moorland to Mweka Camp (3,100m) for a well-earned rest.

Day 8: Mweka Camp to Mweka Gate – Transfer to Moshi or Arusha

1. Kilimanjaro National Park
   8h
   Enjoy a final breakfast on the mountain and descend through rainforest to Mweka Gate. Receive your summit certificate and meet your driver for transfer back to your hotel in Moshi or Arusha. Rest, shower, and celebrate your achievement.

Day 9: Safari Begins – Tarangire National Park

1. Kilimanjaro National Park
   8h
   Depart after breakfast for Tarangire National Park, known for its elephant herds and giant baobab trees. Enjoy an exciting game drive and spot wildlife such as lions, giraffes, and zebras. Overnight at a lodge or tented camp near the park.

Day 10: Ngorongoro Crater Game Drive

1. Kilimanjaro National Park
   8h
   Travel to the world-famous Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Descend into the crater for a full-day safari where you may see all Big Five animals. Picnic lunch inside the crater before returning to your lodge in Karatu or Manyara.

Day 11: Lake Manyara National Park – Return & Departure

1. Kilimanjaro National Park
   8h
   Start your final day with a morning game drive in Lake Manyara National Park, home to flamingos, hippos, baboons, and tree-climbing lions. After the game drive, return to Arusha or Moshi for drop-off at your hotel or airport transfer, depending on your flight schedule.

Pickup details

We offer pickup from hotels and lodges in Moshi
Please be ready in the hotel lobby at least 15 minutes before your scheduled pickup time.
If you're arriving the same day, airport pickup from Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) can be arranged upon request — please provide your flight details in advance.
For travelers staying outside Moshi or Arusha, contact us to arrange custom pickup.

• Wheelchair accessible
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
• All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness