Day 01
Arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport
- Meet and greet at the airport.
- Transfer to Moshi for an overnight stay and a pre-climb briefing.
Overnight: Hotel in Moshi
Meals: Dinner
Tanzania · Trekking
10-Day Kilimanjaro Machame Trek and Serengeti Safari to Uhuru Peak
The journey
Trip highlights
- 01 Summit Uhuru Peak, the highest point in Africa
- 02 Follow the scenic Machame Route with a full mountain support crew
- 03 Explore the endless plains of the Serengeti, home to the Great Migration
- 04 Descend into the Ngorongoro region, one of the world's best wildlife havens
- 05 Stay in quality tented camps and lodges after your trek
This 10-day adventure combines the challenge of climbing Mount Kilimanjaro via the scenic Machame Route with a wildlife safari in Serengeti National Park and the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Ideal for adventurers and nature lovers, it brings together epic mountain views, the summit of Uhuru Peak at 5,895m, and game drives across some of Tanzania's most celebrated landscapes. Along the way, you'll trek through rainforest, moorland, and alpine terrain before continuing to the endless plains of the Serengeti and the wildlife-rich Ngorongoro region.
This 10-day adventure combines the challenge of climbing Mount Kilimanjaro via the scenic Machame Route with a wildlife safari in Serengeti National Park and the Ngorongoro Conservation Area.
From the itinerary
At a glance
What this trip includes
Duration
10 Days
Tour type
Private
Activity level
Easy
Accommodation
Included · Budget
Transport
Included
Wheelchair access
Not applicable
Cities
Arusha, Moshi, Mount Kilimanjaro, Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Conservation Area
Languages
Dutch, English, French, German, Polish, Portuguese, Spanish
Day by day
The itinerary
Day 02
Moshi to Machame Gate and Trek to Machame Camp
- Drive to Machame Gate and register with the park authorities.
- Trek through the rainforest for approximately 5-6 hours.
Overnight: Machame Camp
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 03
Machame Camp to Shira Camp
- Trek through moorland and heather to the Shira Plateau.
- Enjoy panoramic views of Kibo Peak.
Overnight: Shira Camp
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 04
Shira Camp to Barranco Camp via Lava Tower
- Acclimatization day: hike up to Lava Tower (4,600m), then descend.
- This helps prepare your body for higher altitudes.
Overnight: Barranco Camp
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 05
Barranco Camp to Karanga Camp
- Climb the Barranco Wall, then trek through valleys and ridges.
Overnight: Karanga Camp
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 06
Karanga Camp to Barafu Camp
- Short climb to Barafu Base Camp.
- Have an early dinner and rest before the summit push.
Overnight: Barafu Camp
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 07
Summit Uhuru Peak and Descend to Mweka Camp
- Midnight start for the summit attempt.
- Reach Stella Point for sunrise, then continue to Uhuru Peak.
- Descend to Mweka Camp for rest.
Trekking Time: 12-15 hrs
Overnight: Mweka Camp
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 08
Mweka Camp to Mweka Gate and Transfer to Arusha
- Make the final descent through the forest to the gate.
- Receive summit certificates, meet your driver, and transfer to Arusha.
Overnight: Hotel in Arusha
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Day 09
Arusha to Serengeti National Park
- Early departure to Serengeti via Ngorongoro.
- Enjoy a game drive en route through central Serengeti.
Overnight: Tented Camp
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 10
Full-Day Game Drive in Serengeti National Park
- Full day in Serengeti National Park.
Where this trip takes you
Shira Plateau, Lava Tower, Uhuru Peak, Serengeti National Park
The route
Where you'll travel
The fine print
Trip details
What's Included
- All airport transfers
- 2 nights in a hotel in Moshi, 1 night in a hotel in Arusha, and 4 nights of mountain camping
- 4 nights in safari lodges/tented camps
- Professional mountain crew: guide, assistant guide, porters, and cook
- Full board on the trek and safari
- Park fees for Kilimanjaro, Serengeti, and Ngorongoro
- Private 4x4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof
- Drinking water and an oxygen cylinder on the trek
- Emergency evacuation coordination
What's Not Included
- International flights
- Tanzania visa ($50-$100)
- Tips (recommended: $250-$300 for the Kilimanjaro crew; $20-$30/day for the safari guide)
- Travel insurance (highly recommended)
- Personal gear and equipment rental
- Hot air balloon in Serengeti (optional, ~$600)
What to bring
For Trek:
- Hiking boots, warm layers, down jacket, rain gear
- Headlamp, trekking poles, gloves, hat
- Sleeping bag (can be rented)
- Sunscreen, personal meds, water bottle or hydration system
For Safari:
- Comfortable clothing (neutral colors), sun hat, binoculars
- Camera, insect repellent, light sweater for cool evenings
Know before you go
- Kilimanjaro is a non-technical climb, but altitude is challenging - go slow!
- Safari parks are malaria zones - consider prophylaxis.
- Tipping is expected and appreciated by the support crew.
- Pack light and rent gear locally if needed.
- Best travel months: Jan-March and June-October.
Logistics
Meeting & route
Meeting point
Arusha
Tour start
Uhuru Peak, Tanzania
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey
Your 10 days finish where they began, in Uhuru Peak.
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