8 Days Lemosho Route + 5 Days Serengeti, Ngorongoro & Tarangire Safari

Tour Overview

Experience the ultimate Tanzania adventure by combining the world-famous Mount Kilimanjaro climb with an unforgettable wildlife safari. This 13-day journey begins with the scenic 8-Day Lemosho Route, one of the most beautiful and successful routes to the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro, followed by a 5-day safari through Tanzania's most celebrated wildlife destinations.
The Lemosho Route offers spectacular scenery, excellent acclimatization opportunities, and one of the highest summit success rates on Kilimanjaro. Trekkers pass through lush rainforest, heath and moorland, alpine desert, and arctic summit zones while enjoying breathtaking views of Mount Meru, the Great Rift Valley, and the Shira Plateau.
After conquering Africa’s highest peak at 5,895 meters, continue your adventure with a classic Northern Circuit wildlife safari. Explore Tarangire National Park, famous for its giant elephant herds and ancient baobab trees; Serengeti National Park, home to the Great Migration and the Big Five; and the spectacular Ngorongoro Crater, often referred to as the Eighth Wonder of the World.
This combination tour offers the perfect balance of mountain trekking, wildlife encounters, stunning landscapes, and authentic Tanzanian experiences.

Day 0: Arrival in Tanzania
Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO), you will be met by our representative and transferred to your hotel in Moshi. Later, meet your mountain guide for a detailed climb briefing and equipment check.
Accommodation: Hotel in Moshi

Day 1: Londorossi Gate (2,360m) – Mti Mkubwa Camp (2,810m)
Distance: 6 km
Hiking Time: 3–4 Hours
After breakfast, drive to Londorossi Gate for registration before beginning your trek through the lush rainforest. Keep an eye out for black-and-white colobus monkeys and exotic bird species as you make your way to Mti Mkubwa Camp.
Meals: Lunch & Dinner

Day 2: Mti Mkubwa Camp (2,810m) – Shira Camp 1 (3,610m)
Distance: 7 km
Hiking Time: 4–5 Hours
Leave the rainforest behind and enter the heath and moorland zone. Trek across rolling landscapes and enjoy your first panoramic views of Kibo Peak.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 3: Shira Camp 1 (3,610m) – Shira Camp 2 (3,850m)
Distance: 10 km
Hiking Time: 5–6 Hours
A gentle acclimatization day across the Shira Plateau. Enjoy stunning mountain scenery and spectacular sunset views.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 4: Shira Camp 2 (3,850m) – Lava Tower (4,630m) – Barranco Camp (3,950m)
Hiking Time: 7–9 Hours
Today's trek follows the "climb high, sleep low" principle, an important acclimatization strategy. Ascend to Lava Tower before descending to Barranco Camp beneath the impressive Barranco Wall.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 5: Barranco Camp (3,950m) – Karanga Camp (3,995m)
Distance: 5 km
Hiking Time: 3–5 Hours
Climb the famous Barranco Wall and enjoy breathtaking views of glaciers and valleys before reaching Karanga Camp.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 6: Karanga Camp (3,995m) – Barafu Camp (4,600m)
Distance: 4 km
Hiking Time: 3–5 Hours
Trek through the alpine desert to Barafu Camp, your base camp for the summit attempt.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 7: Barafu Camp (4,600m) – Uhuru Peak (5,895m) – Mweka Camp (3,100m)
Distance: 21 km
Hiking Time: 12–14 Hours
Around midnight, begin your final ascent to Uhuru Peak. Witness a spectacular sunrise over Africa from the highest point on the continent before descending to Mweka Camp.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 8: Mweka Camp (3,100m) – Mweka Gate
Distance: 10 km
Hiking Time: 3–4 Hours
Descend through the rainforest to Mweka Gate, where you will receive your summit certificate before returning to your hotel in Moshi.
Accommodation: Hotel in Moshi
Meals: Breakfast

Wildlife Safari Itinerary (5 Days)

Day 9: Moshi / Arusha – Tarangire National Park
After breakfast, depart for Tarangire National Park. Enjoy a full-day game drive among giant baobab trees and large elephant herds. Look out for lions, giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, and numerous bird species.
Accommodation: Lodge/Camp
Meals: Lunch & Dinner

Day 10: Tarangire National Park – Serengeti National Park
Travel through the Ngorongoro Highlands into the legendary Serengeti. Enjoy an afternoon game drive in search of the Big Five and other wildlife.
Accommodation: Lodge/Camp
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 11: Full Day Serengeti National Park
Spend a full day exploring the endless plains of the Serengeti. Witness abundant wildlife, including lions, leopards, cheetahs, elephants, buffaloes, wildebeests, zebras, and hundreds of bird species.
Accommodation: Lodge/Camp
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 12: Serengeti National Park – Ngorongoro Conservation Area
Enjoy a morning game drive before continuing to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Arrive in the afternoon for dinner and overnight.
Accommodation: Lodge/Camp
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 13: Ngorongoro Crater – Arusha Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for an unforgettable game drive. Spot black rhinos, lions, elephants, buffaloes, hippos, hyenas, and flamingos. After lunch, return to Arusha, where the tour concludes.
Meals: Breakfast & Lunch

PRICE INCLUDES

Transfers:

Return transfer from Kilimanjaro International Airport to accommodation in Moshi; Return transfer from accommodation in Moshi to the entry gate into Kilimanjaro National Park.

Entry fees:

Park Fees: all park fees collected by Kilimanjaro National Park (conservation fees, camping fees, crew fees, vehicle fee, rescue fee and all others).

Accommodation:

Accommodation at hotel one night before and one night after the expedition. You will have all for a comfortable stay - friendly staff, clean rooms, Wi-Fi, restaurant and swimming pool;
Tented accommodation on Mount Kilimanjaro (modern comfortable 4-season );
Please note: by default, you will share a room and a tent with your travel companion. If you travel solo on a group expedition, we will room you with a same-sex participant. Single supplement is available upon request.

Meals:

Breakfast in the hotel before and after the hike;
All meals on the hike. You will find delicious energy-rich meals on our mountain menus. Our professional chefs will prepare assorted soups, garnishes, several types of fish and meat, fresh fruit and vegetables. Vegetarian/gluten-free/halal options are available at no extra cost;
All drinks on the hike (coffee, tea, hot chocolate and water).

Hiking and safety equipment:

Comfortable sleeping mats;
All group equipment (dining tent, table, chairs, crockery and cutlery);
Oxygen cylinders and oximeters;
Complete medical kits including Diamox.
Private portable Toilet.

Climbing crew:

Professional guides licensed by Kilimanjaro National Park. All guides are holder of Wilderness First Responder certification. All of them have 7+years of successful experience;
Dedicated support crew (assistant guides, camp master, porters, cooks, etc.).

Taxes:

18% VAT, 1% TDL and 0.3% Service Levy.

PRICE EXCLUDE

International flights;
Visa fee (100 USD for American citizens and 50 USD for all others);
Personal gear rentals;
Lunch and dinner at the hotel (before and after the climb);

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