Mount Kilimanjaro Climb + Selous & Ruins of Kilwa Kisiwani – 15 Days

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Offered as:
  • High End
  • Adventure + Culture + Safari
  • Expert Guided
  • Off the Beaten Path
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Duration

15 Days

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Tour Departure

Daily

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Group Size

Unlimited

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Languages

  • English
  • German
  • Spanish
  • Italian
  • Chinese
  • French

Overview

Summit Africa’s Highest Peak • Explore Remote Selous • Discover the Lost City of KilwaThis 15-day high-end adventure is the ultimate Tanzanian experience for travelers seeking a rare blend of natural conquest, untamed wilderness, and ancient heritage. Begin with an expertly guided summit of Mount Kilimanjaro, the highest free-standing mou…
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Summit Africa’s Highest Peak • Explore Remote Selous • Discover the Lost City of Kilwa

This 15-day high-end adventure is the ultimate Tanzanian experience for travelers seeking a rare blend of natural conquest, untamed wilderness, and ancient heritage. Begin with an expertly guided summit of Mount Kilimanjaro, the highest free-standing mountain in the world. Trek through five ecological zones and stand triumphantly atop the Roof of Africa (5,895m/19,341ft).

From the mountain’s icy crown, descend into the pristine wilderness of Selous Game Reserve (now Nyerere National Park), where boat safaris, walking safaris, and big game encounters offer an unfiltered safari experience in one of Africa’s last great frontiers.

Finally, journey to Tanzania’s southern coast to uncover the UNESCO World Heritage ruins of Kilwa Kisiwani—a once-great medieval Swahili city-state that was a center of trade, wealth, and Islamic culture along the Indian Ocean. This is a circuit unlike any other, where the climb meets the wild, and the wild meets ancient civilization.

Tour Highlights

  • Summit Mount Kilimanjaro via the scenic Machame Route with professional guides and deluxe camp setup
  • Explore Selous (Nyerere NP) —Africa’s largest game reserve, known for boat safaris, wild dogs, and elephants
  • Visit Kilwa Kisiwani, a UNESCO-listed ancient trading port with ruins dating back to the 9th century
  • Game drives, walking safaris, and river excursions in a remote and crowd-free setting
  • Cultural immersion, from mountain villages to Swahili island towns
  • Seamless logistics, expert-guided, luxury accommodation, and eco-conscious operations
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Itinerary (Day by Day)

  • Day 1: Arrival in Arusha – Gateway to the Climb
  • Arrive in Kilimanjaro International Airport, where you are met by your private driver and escorted to a luxury lodge tucked beneath Mount Meru. A detailed pre-climb briefing is held with your mountain guide, and final gear checks are conducted. Relax and prepare for your journey with a gourmet welcome dinner.

    Overnight: Arusha Coffee Lodge

    Meals: Dinner

    Inclusions: Airport meet & greet, private transfer, briefing

  • Day 2: Machame Gate to Machame Camp (2,835m)
  • Begin your 7-day climb of Kilimanjaro via the Machame Route, renowned for its scenic variety and gradual acclimatization. After registration at Machame Gate, hike through montane rainforest with potential sightings of blue monkeys and exotic birds.

    Overnight: Machame Camp (Deluxe Tent)

    Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Inclusions: Park fees, guide, porters, camping gear

  • Day 3: Machame Camp to Shira Camp (3,750m)
  • Ascend out of the rainforest into moorland, with sweeping views of Kibo Peak. Cross rocky ridges to reach Shira Plateau, once a volcanic crater. Acclimatize and enjoy stunning sunsets above the clouds.

    Overnight: Shira Camp

    Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

  • Day 4: Shira to Barranco Camp via Lava Tower (3,960m)
  • Today includes a climb to Lava Tower (4,630m) for acclimatization, before descending into the Barranco Valley. This day enhances your chances of a successful summit due to the “climb high, sleep low” strategy.

    Overnight: Barranco Camp

    Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

  • Day 5: Barranco to Karanga Camp (4,035m)
  • Climb the iconic Barranco Wall, a thrilling scramble with rewarding vistas. Traverse alpine valleys to reach Karanga Camp, nestled beneath glaciers. Rest and prepare for the push toward base camp.

    Overnight: Karanga Camp

    Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

  • Day 6: Karanga to Barafu Base Camp (4,673m)
  • A short but steep ascent leads to Barafu Camp, your final overnight before the summit attempt. Early dinner and rest, as the summit bid begins just after midnight.

    Overnight: Barafu Camp

    Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

  • Day 7: SUMMIT DAY – Uhuru Peak (5,895m) and Mweka Camp (3,100m)
  • Depart at 12:30 am for the summit. Hike through scree and ice fields, reaching Stella Point at sunrise and continuing to Uhuru Peak, the highest point in Africa. Celebrate your success before descending back to Mweka Camp through alpine desert and rainforest. This is the most physically and emotionally rewarding day of the journey.

    Overnight: Mweka Camp

    Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

  • Day 8: Descend to Mweka Gate – Return to Arusha
  • Finish the climb with a descent to Mweka Gate, where your summit certificate is awarded. Transfer to Arusha for a well-deserved hot shower, massage, and celebratory dinner.

    Overnight: Legendary Lodge

    Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Inclusions: Climb certificate, private transfer

  • Day 9: Fly to Selous Game Reserve (Nyerere NP)
  • Board a bush flight to Nyerere National Park (Selous), a remote and untouched safari gem. Upon arrival, enjoy a boat safari on the Rufiji River, encountering hippos, crocodiles, and water birds. Settle into your riverside tented camp with panoramic views.

    Overnight: Siwandu Camp / Beho Beho

    Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Inclusions: Domestic flight, park fees, river safari

  • Days 10–11: Selous – Authentic Wilderness Safari
  • Spend two immersive days enjoying walking safaris with armed rangers, traditional game drives, and fishing or river cruises. Selous is known for elephants, wild dogs, giraffes, and its predator population, all set in a landscape of lakes, river channels, and woodlands.

    Overnight: Siwandu Camp / Beho Beho

    Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Inclusions: All safari activities, guides, and park fees

  • Day 12: Journey to Kilwa – Coastal Ruins Await
  • Fly from Selous to Kilwa Masoko, the jumping-off point for Kilwa Kisiwani, one of the most important Swahili trading ports of the medieval Indian Ocean. Transfer to your beach lodge and relax before tomorrow’s exploration.

    Overnight: Kilwa Seaview Resort / Kimbilio Lodge

    Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Inclusions: Flight, transfer, cultural briefing

  • Day 13: Kilwa Kisiwani – UNESCO World Heritage Site
  • Take a guided boat ride to the Ruins of Kilwa Kisiwani, a hauntingly beautiful island with 9th–16th century Persian, Swahili, and Islamic architecture, including the Great Mosque, palace ruins, and centuries-old trading houses. A true lost city rediscovered.

    Overnight: Kilwa Seaview Resort / Kimbilio Lodge

    Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Inclusions: Entry fees, expert guide, boat excursion

  • Day 14: Relax on the Indian Ocean – Optional Village Visit
  • Spend your final full day relaxing on Kilwa’s tranquil beaches. Optional visits to nearby villages or coral reef snorkeling excursions are available. Toast to your East African odyssey with a farewell seafood dinner by the sea.

    Overnight: Kilwa Seaview Resort / Kimbilio Lodge

    Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

  • Day 15: Fly Back to Dar es Salaam – Departure
  • After breakfast, fly back to Dar es Salaam, where your journey concludes. Private transfer to the international airport or extend your stay on Zanzibar.

    Meals: Breakfast

    Inclusions: Flight, transfer

Accommodation & Meals
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost
  1. Type: luxury lodge
    Facilities
    • Outdoor swimming pool
    • Free WiFi
    • Airport shuttle
    • Free parking
    • Non smoking rooms
    • The Grill Room
    • Spa and wellness centre
    • Room service
    • Bar
    • Fitness centre
    • Fabulous breakfast
    • Restaurant
    • Family rooms
  2. Type: tented-lodge
    Facilities
    • Outdoor swimming pool
    • Bush meals
    • Fire place
    • Free WiFi
    • Family rooms
    • Restaurant
    • Fabulous breakfast
    • Bar
    • Non smoking rooms
    • Free parking
    • Airport shuttle
    • Room service
    • Savannah Restaurant and Grill
    • The Grill Room
  3. Type: luxury lodge
    Facilities
    • Outdoor swimming pool
    • Airport shuttle
    • Free WiFi
    • Free parking
    • Family rooms
    • Restaurant
    • Fabulous breakfast
    • Room service
    • Bar
    • Spa and wellness centre
    • The Grill Room
    • Non smoking rooms
    • Tea coffee maker in all rooms
    • Fitness centre
  4. Type: luxury lodge
    Facilities
    • Outdoor swimming pool
    • Free WiFi
    • Airport shuttle
    • Free parking
    • Non smoking rooms
    • The Grill Room
    • Spa and wellness centre
    • Room service
    • Bar
    • Fabulous breakfast
    • Family rooms
    • Restaurant

Included

  • Park fees (for non residents)
  • All activities mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional)
  • Meals (as specified in the day by day description)
  • All accommodation mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional upgrade)
  • Roundtrip airport transfer
  • A professional driver/guide
  • All transportation mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional)
  • All taxes/vat
  • 7-day Machame Route Kilimanjaro climb (fully guided,porterage,,gear,,meals),
  • All domestic flights and airport transfers
  • 14 nights' accommodation (luxury lodges, tented safari camps, deluxe Kilimanjaro tents)

Excluded

  • International flights (from/to the client's home country)
  • Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
  • Personal items (souvenirs travel insurance visa fees and other personal items)
  • Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees

Tour Policy

CANCELLATION

·40% Deposit payable upfront. The remaining balance is payable 45 days prior to trip departure. Free cancellation up to 30 days prior to departure, but the 40% deposit paid is non-refundable. No refund is applicable within 20 days of departure.

PAYMENT

A deposit of 40% is required when booking this tour. The remaining balance will be charged 45 days prior to departure. For any bookings within 30 days of departure, the full tour amount will be charged upon booking.

TRAVEL INSURANCE

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Tour disclaimer

  • The exact order contents and rates of this tour is subject to availability.
  • If an accommodation is fully booked we will suggest a comparable alternative.
  • We reserve the right to change the rates advertised on moonlight tours expedition company without prior notice.
  • Rates include a fixed budget for flights during this tour.
  • If flights cost more your quote will reflect this tour.
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