Kilimanjaro Climb + Tanzania Safari Itinerary (12 Days)

• Pickup at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO)
• Transfer to your hotel in Moshi or Arusha
• Pre-climb briefing with your head guide
• Gear inspection + rental options
• Early rest

Accommodation: Weru Weru River Lodge / Panama Garden / Similar
Meals: Dinner

• Distance: 11 km
• Time: 5–7 hrs
• Elevation: 1,790m → 3,010m
• Difficulty: Moderate

Start your adventure through lush rainforest, home to monkeys and exotic birds. Slow pace (“pole pole”) ensures proper acclimatization.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

• Distance: 5 km
• Time: 4–6 hrs
• Elevation: 3,010m → 3,840m
• Difficulty: Moderate

Steep climb into the heath zone, with spectacular views of Kibo Peak. Terrain transitions from rainforest to rocky ridges.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

• Distance: 10 km
• Time: 6–8 hrs
• Elevation: 3,840m → 4,630m → 3,960m
• Difficulty: Challenging

A key acclimatization day. Climb high to Lava Tower (4,630m) and descend to sleep low at Barranco Camp — dramatically increases summit success rate.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

• Distance: 6 km
• Time: 4–5 hrs
• Elevation: 3,960m → 3,995m
• Difficulty: Moderate / Fun

Conquer the famous Barranco Wall—a thrilling but safe scramble rewarded with panoramic views. Gentle terrain to Karanga.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

• Distance: 4 km
• Time: 3–4 hrs
• Elevation: 3,995m → 4,673m
• Difficulty: Moderate

Short but steep climb to Barafu. Early dinner and preparation for your midnight summit attempt.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

• Distance: 17 km
• Time: 12–16 hrs
• Elevation:

• Ascent: 4,673m → 5,895m (Uhuru Peak)
• Descent: 5,895m → 3,100m

Start at midnight under a sky full of stars. Slow, steady steps lead you to:
✨ Stella Point (5,756m) — sunrise
✨ Uhuru Peak (5,895m) — the Roof of Africa

Descend to Mweka Camp for well-earned rest.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

• Distance: 10 km
• Time: 3–4 hrs
• Elevation: 3,100m → 1,640m

Receive your summit certificates, meet your safari guide, and return to Arusha for relaxation.

Accommodation: Africa Safari Arusha / Tulia Boutique / Similar
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Tarangire is famous for:

• Giant elephant herds
• Ancient baobab trees
• Predators along the Tarangire River

Perfect warm-up for the Serengeti.

Accommodation: Tarangire Safari Lodge / Baobab Camp / Similar
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Enter the legendary Serengeti, home to:

• The Great Wildebeest Migration (seasonal)
• Lions, cheetahs, leopards
• Endless savannah landscapes

Evening golden-hour game drive.

Accommodation: Into Wild Africa Camp / Tortilis Serengeti / Similar
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Morning game drive in Serengeti → drive to Ngorongoro, descending into the world’s largest intact caldera.

Inside the crater, spot:

• Black rhinos
• Big cats
• Flamingos
• Hippos
• Massive buffalo herds

Accommodation: Rhino Lodge / Ngorongoro Serena / Similar
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Leisurely breakfast and drive back to Arusha. Optional:

• Zanzibar beach extension
• Cultural tour (Maasai village, Mto wa Mbu)

End of an unforgettable Kilimanjaro + wildlife safari experience.