This itinerary includes two of the iconic safari destinations in Tanzania, Mount Kilimanjaro and Serengeti National Park. The first six days will be spent hiking Mount Kilimanjaro, while three days will be spent in the majestic Serengeti National Park. After this program, you will have an unforgettable experience of climbing Mt. Kilimanjaro and viewing the wildlife in the Serengeti.
Details of the program
Day 1: Arrival Day and transfer to the lodge
Get out of your comfort zone and book a flight to Kilimanjaro International Airport. Meet our guide who will take you to your accommodation in Arusha. Take time to relax at the lodge and sleep well to prepare for the next day.
Day 2: Marangu Gate to Mandara Hut
We depart from Arusha to Marangu Gate. Your guide will help you with the registration at the gate. We then begin our climb on the lower foot of Mt. Kilimanjaro. The hike is like a long walking safari since it ascends gently. After we arrive at Mandara Hut, we eat dinner and sleep overnight.
Day 3: Mandara Hut to Horombo Hut
After breakfast, we start the hike through the remaining part of the montane forest. We then emerge into moorland and heathland zones. We will relax on the way, rest, open our lunch box, and resume the hike. You will enjoy the views of the two peaks of Mt. Kilimanjaro, Kibo and Mawenzi. The hike continues until we reach Horombo Hut, where we’ll eat dinner and sleep overnight.
Day 4: Horombo Hut to Mawenzi Hut, then to Kibo Hut.
On this day, you will hike and return to the same elevation. We hike through the heathland for several hours and reach the Mawenzi Hut. We then eat lunch at this camp and rest a little bit while enjoying the scenic views. Later on, we return to Horombo Hut for dinner and overnight.
Day 5: Horombo Hut to Kibo Hut
The hike continues after breakfast. We walk in the heath and emerge into an alpine desert. You will then enjoy the views of the picturesque landscapes and cross the saddle connecting the Kibo and Mawenzi peaks. We then hike a challenge before reaching the Kibo Hut. We make preparations for the summit attempt. We then have an early dinner and get to bed early before the next day’s challenge.
Day 6: Kibo Hut – Gilman’s Point – Uhuru Peak – Horombo Hut
At around 00:30 a.m., you wake up and enjoy hot coffee and bites to get your body ready. This is the challenging part of the hike and it requires endurance to win. We take as many rests as we can for rehydration and eating some snacks. We rest at Gilman’s Point (5,685m) by dawn and enjoy the glorious view. After a short rest, we proceed with the trek until we arrive at Mawenzi Peak. We enjoy the views of the sunrise illuminating from Mawenzi Peak, and then proceed for another hour towards the Uhuru Peak at 5,895 m.
Day 7: Horombo Hut to Marangu Route
On this day, we finish the descent to the Marangu Route where you collect your summit certificates. We then drive to Arusha for dinner, shower, and overnight. We then prepare for another adventure in the Tanzanian wilderness.
Day 8: Arusha to Serengeti National Park
Our guide will pick you up from your lodge soon after breakfast. Serengeti National Park is the most spectacular wildlife destination in the world. Upon arriving in Serengeti, we head to the camp for lunch. After lunch, we travel on an afternoon game drive into the huge plains of the Serengeti to witness wild creatures such as antelopes. We then return to the camp for dinner and an overnight stay.
Day 9: A full day in Serengeti National Park
We start the day with a morning game drive. Predators like lions and leopards are active in the dawn. You will enjoy the views of other animals and birds. The vast plains of Serengeti stains bronze as the sun emerges from the east. We return to the camp for breakfast and rest. We then set off for an afternoon game drive. We drive in the north direction of the Lobo area and enjoy the views of animals like buffalos, wildebeests, antelopes, and many more.
Day 10: Northern Serengeti
The day starts with a game drive across the Wagakuria area. You may be luckier to witness the Mara River crossings. Plenty of animals are resident in this region and can be seen as we drive in the savannah plains.
Day 11: Departure
After breakfast, we start our drive from the north of Serengeti to Arusha. You enjoy lunch and drive to the airport to depart for the flight home.
| Day | Main Activity |
| Day 1 | Arrival Day |
| Day 2 | Marangu Gate to Mandara Hut |
| Day 3 | Mandara Hut to Horombo Hut |
| Day 4 | Horombo Hut to Mawenzi Hut |
| Day 5 | Horombo Hut to Kibo Hut |
| Day 6 | Kibo Hut to Uhuru Peak to Horombo Hut |
| Day 7 | Horombo Hut to Marangu Gate |
| Day 8 | Arusha to Serengeti National Park |
| Day 9 | A full day in Serengeti National Park |
| Day 10 | Northern Serengeti (Kogatende) |
| Day 11 | Departure |
Ngaramtoni, Arusha Tanzania
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