Kilimanjaro, Safari and
Zanzibar

Barranco Camp (3,950 m/12,960 ft) – Karanga Camp (4,040 m/13,255 ft)

Walking distance: 5.8 km/3.4 miles
Walking time: 4-5 hours
Altitude gain: 55 m/185 ft

This morning you begin your hike to Karanga Camp, which is on the same altitude as Barranco Camp. You will encounter a bit of a climb at Barranco wall and spend the rest of the trek climbing up and down the slopes of the mountain most of the way to camp. Climbing is not considered difficult and you should arrive in time for lunch (approximately 1:00PM) having trekked for about four – five hours. In the afternoon you will have an opportunity to hike in the Karanga Valley where giant senecios and lobelia grows. However, you are well advised to rest as much as you possibly can to prepare you for the climb ahead.

Overnight: Karanga Camp (FB)

Karanga Camp (4,040 m/13,255 ft) – Barafu Camp (4,550 m/14,930 ft)

Walking distance: 3.5 km/ 2.2 miles
Walking time: 4-5 hours
Altitude gain: 510 m/1,675 ft

The scenic climb to Barafu is mostly on a moraine and lava ridge with a view of Mawenzi peak towering majestically to the right, and overhead, Kibo peak seemingly just out of reach. The alpine desert terrain encountered at this point is mostly a mineral environment with few lichens and mosses. Lunch is taken in camp and in the afternoon there is a summit clothing check. Climbers who choose to ascend the peak will go to bed very early this night, as the next day is the longest one.

Overnight: Barafu Camp (FB)

Barafu Camp (4,550 m/14,930 ft) – Summit via Stella Point (5,752 m/18,871 ft) to Uhuru Peak (5,895 m/19,340 ft) and descending to Millennium Camp (3,820 m/12,530 ft) or to Mweka Camp (3,100 m/10,170 ft)

You will be awakened at midnight and after a light breakfast, start climbing at around 12 midnight. It is at this stage that the climb becomes much more tough. Climbers should carry as little as possible on this portion of the climb. Temperatures will range from -4° to -5° Fahrenheit. You will climb for about six hours before reaching the edge of the crater, Stella points. Another hour of climbing brings you to the summit. Uhuru stands at 19,340 feet and is the highest point on the continent of Africa. The track around the edge of the crater is rocky and often icy. Concentrate on your feet, and follow your guide very closely for this portion of the journey. The descent is no easier than the ascent. You will reach Barafu camp after about three hours (around 11:30 AM). Climbers will be given the opportunity to rest and have some refreshments before continuing on to Mweka Camp for the night. Arriving into camp at around 5:00PM, you will have trekked a total of thirteen to seventeen hours today.

Overnight: Mweka Camp (FB)

Mweka Camp (3,100 m/10,170 ft) – Mweka Gate (1,980 m/6,500 ft) BB

Walking distance: About 15 km, 9.3 mile
Walking time: 3-4 hours
Descend: 1,120m/ 3,670ft

On the final day of the journey, climbers descend from Mweka camp to the base. The descent to the gate will take approximately 5 hours and climbers usually arrives before noon. Upon arrival at the gate climbers will be rewarded with certificates attesting their success at climbing Mount Kilimanjaro. After finishing your climb, you will be taken to Keys Hotel for hot shower, dinner & overnight rest. (BB).

Moshi – Manyara - Ngorongoro
After breakfast transfer to Lake Manyara with picnic lunch from the hotel for the full day game drive in Lake Manyara.

Manyara Region takes its name from Lake Manyara, which is one of the major lakes formed in ancient times by the Great Rift Valley. It is the only Region in Tanzania to be bisected into two by the Great Rift Valley. It is a major wildlife water source and is, therefore, an essential part of the wildlife ecosystems of Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Conservation Area and Tarangire National Park. In addition, Lake Manyara is the country’s largest breeding

Kudu Lodge and Campsite offers outstanding hospitality, comfortable accommodation and pleasant surroundings, is situated at Karatu, the heart of the northern Tanzania safari circuit. Kudu Lodge nestles in eleven acres of rolling countryside, amidst mature trees and gardens, home to myriad birds and a tranquil and shady oasis hideaway for visitors— the perfect base for wildlife safaris.

Dinner and Overnight Kudu Lodge (FB)

Ngorongoro crater
After breakfast, we will descend to the crater with lunch boxes for full day game drive.

Ngorongoro district in Tanzania, home to the famous Ngorongoro crater and bordering the Serengeti national park, is surely one of the most beautiful landscapes on earth. Animals are free to move here. This free mobility of animals and rich volcanic soil, lush forests and spring source lakes on the crater floor tend to attract tourists throughout the year. Ngorongoro also has some of the bird prey, the most common bird prey is the Augur Buzzard which is either black and white or rare all black and also the Verreaux’s Eag.

From the elegant wooden central platform where the Lake Burunge Tented Lodge restaurant stands it’s possible to watch the Lakeshore waiting for animals that come to drink water. Because the camp is strategically located in the natural corridor between Manyara and Tarangire so the spectacle of the migration it’s guaranteed. The camp is located 10 minutes from the entrance of the park known as Sangaiwe.

This camp is the perfect place to relax in comfort after a day of game drives in Tarangire simply away by breeze and the colours of the African sunset from private terrace.

Dinner and overnight at Lake Burunge Tented Lodge (FB)

Tarangire - Moshi
After breakfast at the lodge, you will then be driven to the park for with all your belongings and Packed lunch for morning and afternoon game drive. In the afternoon, drive back to moshi. Tarangire lies to the south of the large open grass plains of Southern Maasai land and is the Best-kept on the northern safari circuit. It offers wonderful panoramas of Wide savannah Grasslands dotted. With open acacia woodland studded with large Baobab trees and whose density of game is second only to the Crowded Ngorongoro Crater.

Dinner and overnight at Keys hotel (BB)

Arrival Zanzibar & Stone town tour.
After breakfast you will be transfered to Kilimanjaro international airport to catch flight to Zanzibar. You will be met on arrival at Zanzibar Airport if you arrive by international or internal flight or in harbour if you arrive by boat/ferry from Dar es Salaam and be transfer to stone town. After short rest, our guide will meet you and provide a little timetable about your whole stay at Zanzibar and day-to-day activities before departure back from this amazing island..

Stone Town is the center and capital city of Zanzibar’s culture; You will discover the bountifully decorated buildings and intricately carved doors and visit the famous slave market where nowadays the Anglican Church stands. The slave market is also called “the House of Wonders”.
Visit iconic land marks including but not limited to – the Palace Museum (People’s Palace), Dr Livingston’s house and the Arab Fort. You will also explore the market, mosques and Forodhani gardens. After all the activities in stone town you will walk back to Hotel for overnight.

Accommodation: Tembo House Hotel Zanzibar or Golden Tulip Zanzibar Resort
Meal Plan: BB

Explore Zanzibar full day on the beach.
After breakfast at the hotel, you will be transferred by our driver to Nungwi. The Northern Zanzibar beaches are best all year round. Spend full at leisure relaxing on one of Zanzibar’s beautiful white sands and activities (optional/upon request). You will spend the night in the sea facing bedrooms for best unwinding. The nights here are silent, only you and the Indian Ocean will buzz the nights.

For those feeling active, there's a wide range of excursions available such as water sports that you can enjoy (snorkeling, scuba diving & dolphin safaris).

Overnight at the Nungwi Dreams or Z Hotel Zanzibar or Royal Beach Zanzibar beach hotel for overnight. (BB)

Departure.
After breakfast, depending on your flight time you may spend some time at the beach or move around for a short tour. Later return to the hotel and pack your belongings ready for transfer to the Airport for your flight back home.

Accommodation Subject to availability