The 12-Day Kilimanjaro & Safari Adventure combines the challenge of summiting Mount Kilimanjaro via the Machame Route with an unforgettable safari through Serengeti, Tarangire, and Ngorongoro Crater. Witness the Great Migration, spot the Big Five, and experience the ultimate African adventure.
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival
Meet a MyTrip2Tanzania representative at the airport or in Arusha, transfer to your accommodation, and receive your travel schedule for your 12-Day Kilimanjaro & Safari Adventure.
Dinner and overnight at Casa Mianzini.
Day 2: Machame Gate β Machame Campsite
Elevation: 1830m to 3030mDistance: 13 kmHiking Time: 5-7 hoursHabitat: Montane ForestAfter breakfast, drive to Machame Gate for registration. Begin trekking through the rainforest to Machame Camp, where your tents will be set up. Dinner and overnight at Machame Campsite.
Day 3: Machame Campsite β Shira Campsite
Elevation: 3030m to 3800mDistance: 9 kmHiking Time: 4-5 hoursHabitat: MoorlandTrek through valleys and rocky ridges covered with heather plants. Reach Shira Camp for stunning views of Mount Meru, Shira Plateau, and Kibo Peak. Dinner and overnight at Shira Campsite.
Day 4: Shira Campsite β Barranco Campsite via Lava Tower
Elevation: 3800m to 3950mDistance: 13 kmHiking Time: 5-7 hoursHabitat: MoorlandAscend to Lava Tower (4600m) for acclimatisation, then descend to Barranco Camp at the base of the Barranco Wall. Dinner and overnight at Barranco Campsite.
Day 5: Barranco Campsite β Barafu Hut via Karanga
Elevation: 3950m to 4680m (via 4040m)Distance: 8 kmHiking Time: 4-5 hoursHabitat: Alpine DesertClimb the Barranco Wall, then trek to Karanga Camp for lunch. Continue to Barafu Hut for an early dinner and rest before your midnight summit attempt.
Day 6: Barafu Hut β Uhuru Peak β Millennium Campsite
Elevation: 4680m to 5895m to 3820mDistance: 15 kmHiking Time: 10-12 hoursHabitat: Desert and IceStart the summit ascent at midnight. Reach Stella Point by 4-5 AM, then continue to Uhuru Peak. After celebrating at the summit, descend to Barafu Camp for lunch, then continue down to Millennium Camp for overnight.
Day 7: Millennium Campsite β Mweka Gate
Elevation: 3820m to 1990mDistance: 9 kmDescending Time: 5 hoursHabitat: Montane ForestDescend through the forest to Mweka Gate, sign out, and return to the hotel for certificate presentation and celebration. Dinner and overnight at Casa Mianzini.
Day 8: Tarangire National Park
Start your 4-Day Camping Safari from Arusha by heading to Tarangire National Park. The journey takes approximately 2-3 hours. Spend the day exploring the park, known for its large herds of elephants, baobab trees, and diverse bird species. Around noon, lunch will be provided at the picnic area. Enjoy a full-day game drive exploring the parkβs wildlife, including lions, zebras, giraffes, and a variety of bird species.Β Dinner and Overnight at Public Campsite outside the park.
Day 9: Serengeti National Park
Head to Serengeti National Park, passing through the scenic Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Arrive in the central or southern Serengeti and embark on an afternoon game drive. The Serengeti is famous for the Great Migration, so be on the lookout for wildebeest, zebras, and predators. Lunch will be provided at a picnic area around noon.Β Dinner and overnight at the public campsite inside the park.
Day 10: Serengeti to Ngorongoro Highland
Enjoy a half-day game drive in the Serengeti, taking in the stunning landscapes and abundant wildlife. Return to the camp for a hearty brunch and to pack your belongings. Afterward, continue on a scenic transit game drive through the Serengeti, making your way to the Ngorongoro Highlands.Β Spend the night atΒ Simba Campsite,Β located on the crater rim, offering breathtaking views and a serene atmosphere.
Day 11: Ngorongoro Crater
Early in the morning, descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for a captivating half-day game drive. Visit Lake Magadi, home to flocks of vibrant flamingos and other waterbirds, before making a stop at the Hippo Pool for a refreshing break. Around 11 a.m., return to the campsite for a delicious brunch and pack your belongings. Afterward, enjoy a scenicΒ drive back to Arusha, marking the end of your unforgettable adventure.
Day 12: DEPARTURE
On your last day with us, depart from Kilimanjaro International Airport or Arusha for your next destination.
This safari can be combined with a Zanzibar beach or road trip; feel free to ask us about this option..