12-Day Adventure Scaling Kilimanjaro, Exploring Serengeti, & Unveiling Ngorongoro Crater

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Offered as:
  • Climbing
  • Friends Family
  • Honey moon
  • Safari & Hiking
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Duration

12 Days

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Tour Departure

Daily

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Group Size

Unlimited

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Languages

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

Overview

Experience everything Tanzania has to offer on this 12-day adventure-packed combination. Climb Africa’s highest mountain, Kilimanjaro, over 7 days following the Machame route which offers great views and an excellent success rate. The trip starts at Machame Gate, at an elevation of 1800 meters, with a way to deal with the southwest of the…
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Experience everything Tanzania has to offer on this 12-day adventure-packed combination. Climb Africa’s highest mountain, Kilimanjaro, over 7 days following the Machame route which offers great views and an excellent success rate. The trip starts at Machame Gate, at an elevation of 1800 meters, with a way to deal with the southwest of the mountain. It goes through a super rainforest right off the bat, prior to going on up the mountain to arrive at Shira Camp, where the Lemosho route joins from the west. From here you navigate the southern side of the mountain to Barranco through Lava Tower, Subsequent to arriving at the highest point, you will plunge by the Mweka trail.

Then head off on safari to Tanzania’s Northern Circuit for game viewing in three of Tanzania’s best safari parks. Highlight of your visit will be Ngorongoro Crater which is a World Heritage Site and a “must see” destination, home to over 25,000 animals giving you the chance to see the Big Five in just one location. Tarangire is teeming with bird life and has the highest elephant population in the World and Lake Manyara boasts a huge colony of baboons and also tree climbing lions.

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Itinerary (Day by Day)

  • Day 1: Arrive in Tanzania
  • You will be picked up at the Kilimanjaro International Airport and transferred to your hotel in Arusha town; you will meet your guide who will brief you on your upcoming trek and do an equipment check to make sure you have all the necessary mountain gear. The missing gear can be rented on this day.

    Gran Melia Hotel

    Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

  • Day 2: Machame Gate (1790m) to Machame Camp (3010m)
  • One hour’s drive from Moshi to Machame gate, where we complete park formalities, meet our crew of porters and start to climb! The first section of the route climbs steadily and passes through magnificent, dense rainforest. This path is less well-trodden so it can get somewhat overgrown in places and it is often wet and muddy underfoot.

    Distance covered: 10.8km / 6.7mi 

    Approx. time taken: 6 hours

    Machame Camp

    Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

  • Day 3: Machame Camp (3010m) to Shira Camp (3845m)
  • Our route continues on up through the forest until we reach the steep ascent onto the Shira Plateau, where there are rewarding views of the mountain. Looking back, you will be able to see Mt Meru rising high above Arusha town in the distance.

    Distance covered: 5.4km / 3.4mi

    Approx. time taken: 5 hours

    Shira Camp

    Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Included

  • Day 4: Shira Cave (3845m) to Barranco Camp (3960m)
  • Walking now on high moorland, the landscape changes the entire character of the trek. We traverse the southwest side of Kilimanjaro, passing underneath the Lava Tower and the final section of the Western Breach and finally reach camp The day has been spent at altitude (up to 4600m), but we have followed the mountaineering code of ‘walk high, sleep low’ to aid your body’s acclimatization to altitude.

    Distance covered: 10.8km / 6.7mi 

    Approx. time taken: 8 hrs

    Barranco Camp

    Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

  • Day 5: Barranco Camp (3960m) to Karanga Camp (3963m)
  • Our day starts by descending into the start of the Great Barranco, a huge ravine. We then exit steeply, up the Great Barranco Wall, which divides us from the southeastern slopes of Kibo. It’s a climb over rock, not technical but long and tiring. Passing underneath the Heim and Kersten glaciers, we head towards the Karanga valley. From here we have a steep climb up from Karanga valley to our night’s camp at Karanga camp, set at 3963m. For those feeling strong we will go for a mid-afternoon acclimatization trek up to around 4200m before descending back to camp for the night.

    Distance covered: 5.5km / 3.4mi 

    Approx. time taken: 5 hours

    Karanga Camp

    Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

  • Day 6: Karanga Camp (3963) to Barafu Camp (4640m)
  • After a good night’s rest and breakfast, we set off on our walk to Barafu camp at 4640m. The climb will take us across desolate scree slopes with no vegetation around us at all. It’s a tough steep walk made more difficult by the altitude. On arriving at camp we eat and spend the afternoon resting as we prepare for a long night and day ahead. It is important to keep hydrated and warm. We have an early dinner and then try to get some sleep as we will be getting up at between 11pm and 12pm to start the climb to the summit.

    Distance covered: 3km / 1.9mi 

    Approx. time taken: 3 hours

    Barafu Camp

    Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

  • Day 7: Barafu Camp (4640m) to UHURU PEAK (5895m) & down to Millennium Camp (3790m)
  • We start off at around midnight and walk steeply upwards to the summit glaciers. We will be climbing scree for 4 to 5 hours but gain incredible height over a short distance. The views are spectacular. We should be on the crater rim at Stella Point (5739m) as the first rays of the sun hit us. Spectacular ice cliffs within the crater surround us and the views to jagged Mawenzi peak and beyond are breath-taking. Another hour’s walking takes us to the summit, Uhuru Peak (5895m). We begin our descent by returning to Stella Point and then descending on scree slope and track back to Barafu Camp for breakfast, before finally heading down to Millennium Camp for a long well-earned rest.

    Distance covered: 13.4km / 8.3mi 

    Approx. time taken: 12 – 15 hours

    Millennium Camp

    Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

  • Day 8: Trek Millennium Camp (3790m) to Mweka Gate (1630m)
  • A gentle trek takes us down through the rain forest to Mweka Gate, where we complete park formalities and receive certificates, which you can hang up with pride! We are then met by our vehicles and return to the hotel in Arusha, where you can treat yourself to a welcome hot shower.

    Distance covered: 12.1km / 7.5mi 

    Approx. time taken: 6 hours

    Gran Melia Hotel

    Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

  • Day 9: Drive from Arusha to Serengeti
  • Early morning after breakfast, you will depart from your hotel and proceed to Serengeti National Park, via the stunning landscape of Karatu and the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. If time permits, you may have a chance to stop at the Ndutu area. During the journey, you will have a lunch break and continue with an exciting game drive en route to your accommodation, arriving in the evening.

    Kubu Kubu Tented Lodge

    Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

  • Day 10: Full Game Drive at Serengeti Np
  • Welcome to Serengeti National Park, one of the most iconic wildlife reserves in Africa. Serengeti is famous for the annual Great Wildebeest Migration, where millions of wildebeest, zebras, and other herbivores traverse the grassy plains in search of water and greener pastures. This spectacle of nature is a breathtaking experience that is not to be missed. Additionally, Serengeti is home to the Big Five animals, which include lion, elephant, leopard, rhino, and buffalo. Spotting these majestic creatures in their natural habitat is a thrilling adventure that awaits you in Serengeti National Park.

    Kubu Kubu Tented Lodge

    Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

  • Day 11 Drive from Serengeti to Ngorongoro Conservation Area
  • After breakfast, we will start our early morning game drive in the Serengeti National Park between 08:00 - 13:00 hrs. After the game drive, we will pack our lunches and head towards the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Along the way, we will have a game drive en route to the conservation area. The scenic beauty of the region, coupled with the diverse wildlife, will make the journey an exciting one.

    Lemala Ngorongoro Camp

    Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

  • Day 12: Crater Tour
  • Ngorongoro Crater is a true gem in Tanzania, known as one of the most iconic landmarks in Africa. It is the world's largest unbroken caldera, an extinct volcano that collapsed millions of years ago, leaving behind a natural sanctuary that is home to a stunning variety of wildlife. You can expect to see the "Big Five" - lions, elephants, leopards, rhinos, and buffaloes - as well as many other animals like wildebeest, gazelles, zebras, hippos, hyenas, and more than 400 species of birds. Starting with an early breakfast, you will embark on a full-day game drive that will take you down over 600 meters into the crater. You will stop for a picnic lunch at the base of the crater, surrounded by the breathtaking scenery of the Ngorongoro Highlands. After the tour, you will head back to Arusha.

    None / On Request

    Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

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

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
  • Luxury Accommodation as mentioned
  • Team Kilimanjaro Rescue fees
  • 4 Season mountain tents
  • Double layered Sleeping Mats 4 inches (10cm) thick
  • Friendly and professional mountain guides ,cook and porters,
  • 3 meals daily while on the mountain
  • Enough treated & filtered drinking water throughout the trek
  • Hot water for washing
  • Portable oxygen tanks
  • Ox meter
  • Emergency first-aid kit

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
  • Tips for guides ,porters and cook,

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 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

We advise you to take out Travel Insurance to cover for any unforeseen circumstances. Moonlight Tours Expedition recommends World Nomads' travel insurance.

CREW LIST IDEA FOR 2 CLIENTS IS PER BELOW:

1 Lead Guide

1 Assistance Guide

1 Cook

1 Waiter

1 Toilet porter magic word (Pilot)

10 Regular porters

CERTIFIED ETHICAL CLIMBING:

We believe the tourism industry has an obligation and a great opportunity to protect the world’s natural habitats, cultural heritage sites, and communities. We actively promote environmental sustainability and social responsibility. As a Partner for Responsible Travel, we are proud members and active supporters of the porters.

The Kilimanjaro Porters Assistance Project, (KPAP) is an initiative of the International Mountain Explorers Connection, (IMEC). KPAP raises public awareness regarding the proper treatment of porters on Kilimanjaro and assists climbing companies with implementing procedures that ensure fair and ethical treatment of their porters.

Every climb is audited to ensure crewmembers are provided proper salaries, tips, food, equipment, and sleeping conditions. We think it’s pretty great and our clients do as well, check out our TripAdvisor profile to see what people are saying about us.

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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