Kilimanjaro and Serengeti Safari

Tour Code: KSS11

Standing at the top of Mount Kilimanjaro and gazing at the African continent is a life-changing achievement that any reasonably fit person can attempt.

Mount Kilimanjaro
Welcome to the start of your journey to the 'Roof of Africa'. Tanzania's Mount Kilimanjaro, affectionately known as 'Kili', is Africa's highest mountain at 5895m. Kili is also the world's highest free-standing mountain and its towering snow-capped, symmetrical cone is a world-recognised African image. A World Heritage site, the whole mountain is designated a national park and Kilimanjaro National Park covers an area of some 755 square kilometres, consisting of vast areas of montane forest with unique moorland flora and alpine desert at higher altitudes.

Climbing Kili is the adventure of a lifetime for many visitors to Tanzania. As the highest 'walkable' mountain in the world, the trek is not a technical climb but is, nevertheless, a serious challenge. It is undertaken by people of all ages but should not be attempted without some physical training/preparation. Mt Kilimanjaro is situated on Tanzania's northern border with Kenya and while Moshi is the nearest large town, it is also accessible from Arusha (1-2 hrs by road) and Nairobi (6-8 hrs by road).

The mountain consists of 3 extinct volcanoes & Kibo, Mawenzi and Shira. Kibo is the tallest, its summit named Uhuru, and the destination for trekkers ascending Mount. Kilimanjaro.

The Marangu Route takes 5 days and taking a route from the south-east side of the mountain is the easiest and shortest route to Kilimanjaro's summit. The trail approaches from the south side of Mawensi and passes near to viewpoints at Maundi Crater, before heading up through rainforest and moorland to heathland and moonscape at higher elevations. The final push to the top takes you to famous Gillman's Point and on to Uhuru at 5985m. Because of its relative ease compared to other routes the Marangu Route is the most popular and has the best facilities. This is the only route with the comforts of solar-powered sleeping huts and comfortable beds at every camp. The huts are communal, with each bunk having a foam mattress and pillow. There are 60 beds at both Mandara and Kibo Huts and 120 beds at Horombo Hut. Mealtimes are often shared with other climbing groups from all over the world, providing lively and energetic mealtimes. Bathrooms and running water are available at the lower two huts and basic latrines are available at Kibo Camp. Soft drinks, bottled water and even beer is available for purchase at some of the huts.

You meals are prepared by a cook, while porters carry all our equipment and supplies. Your guides, cook and porters are all employed from the Kilimanjaro area. These people are best adapted to the conditions on the mountain and it allows us to support local communities and families with regular employment.

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Itinerary / Highlights

DAY 1, Moshi

From Nairobi, travel to Moshi in Tanzania by shuttle bus and spend the night in a hotel where your guide will give a full briefing on what to expect from your Kilimanjaro climb.

DAYS 2 - 6, Mt Kilimanjaro Trek - Marangu Route

Over the next five days we take on Africa's highest mountain (5895m) trekking 5 - 7 hours each day. On day four we depart in the early hours of the morning to make the summit, Uhuru Peak, by sunrise. The views are incredible as you stand on the 'Roof of Africa'! After our descent we return to Moshi.

DAY 7, Lake Manyara National Park

Today we head to Lake Manyara National Park, comprising of scenic Lake Manyara, fringed pink with flamingos and areas of marshes, grassland and acacia woodland. We enjoy an afternoon game drive in the park, hoping to spot an array of birdlife as well as elephant, lion, leopard and antelope.

DAYS 8 - 9, Olduvai Gorge, Serengeti National Park

We stop at Olduvai Gorge where fossils and remnants of early man have been found, before continuing onto the savannah of the famous Serengeti National Park, for wildlife viewing in one of the finest game viewing areas in the world.

DAY 10, Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Crater

After a final morning drive we travel on to our camp near the rim of the Ngorongoro Crater, the largest intact caldera in the world and a World Heritage site supporting one of the highest concentrations of game in Africa. We enjoy sensational views of the crater floor before descending into the park for rewarding wildlife viewing.

DAY 11, Nairobi

From Arusha, a shuttle bus takes us back to Nairobi where the tour ends at approximately 1900hrs (7pm).

Other Details

Accommodation Details

Trek local hotel, twin share with en suite facilities (2 nights), multi-share mountain huts (4 nights) Safari camping in 2-person tents with shared facilities (4 nights)

Departure Dates, Options & Prices

Departs: Daily

Start: Nairobi, Kenya
Finish: Nairobi, Kenya

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