16 days MOUNT kenya, kilimanjaro & tanzania safari
16 days mount kenya,kilimanjaro & tanzania safari
Tanzania Safari Days 1–16
- Explore Mount Kenya, Kilimanjaro & Tanzania Safari.
- Experience majestic slopes of Mount Kenya & legendary summit of Mount Kilimanjaro.
- Witness Wildlife,culture, and breathtaking landscapes into one epic East African expedition .
- Experiences in Tarangire National Park and the world famous Ngorongoro Crater..
Day 1
Nairobi – Mount Kenya Sirimon Gate – Old Moses Camp
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Beginning the Mount Kenya Adventure
After breakfast in Nairobi, depart for Mount Kenya National Park and drive to Sirimon Gate. Following registration and a briefing from your mountain crew, begin your trek through montane forests filled with giant heather, bamboo, and indigenous wildlife. The trail gradually ascends through beautiful landscapes with spectacular views of Mount Kenya’s peaks. Arrive at Old Moses Camp in the afternoon where you can relax and acclimatize while enjoying the fresh mountain air.
Camping Site; Old Moses Camp
Meals: Lunch & Dinner
Duration: 4–5 Hours Trekking| Distance:9 km
Elevation: 2,650m – 3,300m
Type of a Zone: Montane Forest, Bamboo Forest & Moorland Transition Zone
Day 2
Old Moses Camp – Shipton's Camp
Into the High Alpine Zone
After an early breakfast, continue your ascent through the dramatic Mackinder Valley. The scenery changes dramatically as you enter the alpine zone characterized by giant lobelias, groundsels, and rocky mountain terrain. Along the route, enjoy breathtaking views of Mount Kenya’s jagged peaks and glacial valleys. Arrive at Shipton’s Camp in the afternoon and spend the remainder of the day acclimatizing while preparing for higher elevations.
Camping Site; Shipton’s Camp
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Duration: 6–8 Hours Trekking; Distance: 14 km
Type of Zone; Afro Alpine Moorland & Glacial Valley
Day 3
Acclimatization and Summit Exploration
High Altitude Adventure
Today is dedicated to acclimatization and exploring the upper mountain environment. Depending on conditions and fitness levels, enjoy a guided hike toward the summit viewpoints near Point Lenana. Witness magnificent sunrise views over the Kenyan highlands and neighboring mountain ranges. The day helps your body adapt to altitude while providing incredible photographic opportunities and unforgettable mountain scenery.
Camping Site; Shipton’s Camp
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Duration: 4–6 Hours Hiking; Distance: 5–8 km
Type of Zone; High Alpine Zone & Rocky Summit Environment
Elevation: Up to 4,985m
Day 4
Shipton's Camp – Old Moses Camp – Nairobi
Descending from Mount Kenya
After breakfast, begin your descent through the beautiful valleys and moorlands of Mount Kenya National Park. Enjoy final views of the mountain peaks before entering the lower forest zone. Upon reaching Sirimon Gate, transfer back to Nairobi where you can relax and celebrate your Mount Kenya achievement. Descending through multiple ecological zones in one day highlights Mount Kenya’s remarkable biodiversity and changing landscapes.
Accommodation: Nairobi Hotel
Meals: Breakfast & Lunch
Duration: 5–7 Hours Trekking
Elevation: 4,200m – 2,650m
Day 5
Rest Day in Nairobi
Recovery and Preparation
Today is reserved for rest and recovery after your Mount Kenya trek. Enjoy a leisurely breakfast and spend the day at your own pace. Explore Nairobi, visit local attractions, or simply relax at your hotel while preparing for the next phase of your adventure. This recovery day allows your body to recharge before travelling to Tanzania.
Nairobi offers attractions such as the Giraffe Centre, Karen Blixen Museum, and Nairobi National Park for those wishing to explore the city.
Accommodation: Nairobi Hotel
Meals: Bed & Breakfast
Day 6
Nairobi – Arusha/Moshi
Crossing into Tanzania
After breakfast, depart Nairobi and travel south towards Tanzania. Enjoy scenic views of the countryside and traditional villages along the route. Upon arrival in Arusha or Moshi, check into Arusha Planet Lodge. The lodge offers beautiful gardens, a swimming pool, comfortable rooms, and an excellent restaurant, providing the perfect environment to rest before beginning your Kilimanjaro climb.
Accommodation: Arusha Planet Lodge
Meals: Half Board
Day 7
Machame Gate – Machame Camp
Entering the Rainforest
After breakfast, transfer to Machame Gate where your Kilimanjaro adventure begins. Following registration, trek through lush rainforest filled with giant trees, colorful birds, and unique vegetation. The trail gradually ascends toward Machame Camp, offering your first experience of Kilimanjaro’s diverse ecosystems.
Camping Site; Machame Camp
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Duration: 5–7 Hours Trekking
Distance: Approximately 11 km
Type of Zone: Tropical Rainforest
Elevation: 1,800m – 3,000m
Day 8
Machame Camp – Shira Camp
Across the Moorlands
Continue climbing through heather and moorland landscapes as spectacular views begin to open around you. Cross rocky ridges and expansive plateaus before arriving at Shira Camp. The panoramic scenery provides an incredible introduction to Kilimanjaro’s higher elevations.
Camping Site; Shira Camp
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Duration: 4–6 Hours Trekking
Distance: Approximately 5 km
Type of Area: Heathland & Moorland Zone
Elevation: 3,000m – 3,840m
Day 9
Shira Camp – Lava Tower – Barranco Camp
Acclimatization Day
Today’s trek follows the famous climb-high, sleep-low principle. Ascend to Lava Tower before descending to Barranco Camp. This important acclimatization day improves your chances of successfully reaching the summit while offering some of the mountain’s most dramatic scenery.Lava Tower is a striking volcanic rock formation and serves as a key acclimatization point on the Machame Route
Camping Site; Barranco Camp
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Duration: 7–8 Hours Trekking
Distance: Approximately 10 km
Type of Zone: Alpine Desert & Volcanic Landscape
Elevation: 3,840m – 4,630m – 3,950m
Day 10
Barranco Camp – Karanga – Barafu Camp
Preparing for the Summit
Climb the famous Barranco Wall before continuing through alpine landscapes toward Barafu Camp. Arrive in the afternoon and spend time resting, hydrating, and preparing your gear for the summit attempt later in the night.
Camping Site; Barafu Camp
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Duration: 6–8 Hours Trekking
Distance: Approximately 9 km
Type of Zone: Alpine Desert & Rocky Terrain
Elevation: 3,950m – 4,673m
Day 11
Barafu Camp – Uhuru Peak – Mweka Camp
Reaching the Roof of Africa
Shortly before midnight, begin your summit push to Uhuru Peak, the highest point in Africa at 5,895 meters. Witness a spectacular sunrise over the continent before celebrating your achievement at the summit. After photographs and celebrations, descend through alpine and moorland zones to Mweka Camp.
Camping Site; Mweka Camp
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Duration: 12–15 Hours Trekking
Distance: Approximately 17 km
Type of Zone: Arctic Summit Zone, Alpine Desert & Moorland
Elevation: 4,673m – 5,895m – 3,100m
Day 12
Mweka Gate – Arusha Planet Lodge
Celebration and Relaxation
After breakfast, complete the final descent through the rainforest to Mweka Gate where you will receive your summit certificate. Transfer back to Arusha Planet Lodge and enjoy a well-deserved hot shower, swimming pool, massage treatments, and comfortable accommodation.
Accommodation: Arusha Planet Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 13
Arusha – Tarangire National Park
Land of Giants
After breakfast, drive to Tarangire National Park for your first wildlife safari. The park is renowned for its large elephant herds, ancient baobab trees, and abundant wildlife. Enjoy an afternoon game drive searching for lions, giraffes, zebras, buffaloes, wildebeests, and numerous bird species.
Accommodation: Tarangire Safari Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 14
Full Day Tarangire National Park
Exploring the Elephant Kingdom
Spend the entire day exploring Tarangire’s diverse habitats. Follow the Tarangire River where wildlife gathers throughout the year. Watch elephants moving through the landscape and enjoy outstanding opportunities for photography and wildlife observation. The lodge’s elevated position provides stunning views over the river valley, where animals often pass directly below the property.
“During the dry season, thousands of animals migrate into Tarangire, creating one of East Africa’s most impressive wildlife spectacles.”
Accommodation: Tarangire Safari Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 15
Tarangire – Karatu
Leisure and Coffee Experience
After breakfast, enjoy a scenic drive to Karatu. Upon arrival at Ngorongoro Farm House, spend the day relaxing and recovering from your mountain adventures. Join a guided coffee plantation tour to learn about Tanzania’s coffee-growing traditions, from cultivation to roasting and tasting. Enjoy the peaceful gardens and countryside atmosphere.
Accommodation: Ngorongoro Farm House
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 16
Ngorongoro Crater – Arusha / JRO / Zanzibar
Final Safari Experience
After an early breakfast, descend into the spectacular Ngorongoro Crater for a final game drive. This UNESCO World Heritage Site is home to an incredible concentration of wildlife including lions, elephants, buffaloes, zebras, hippos, hyenas, and the rare black rhinoceros. Enjoy a picnic lunch on the crater floor while surrounded by one of Africa’s most remarkable ecosystems. Later, ascend the crater and transfer to Arusha, Kilimanjaro International Airport, or Zanzibar according to your travel arrangements.
Accommodation; Not Included
Meals: Breakfast & Lunch
Items included: for Mount Trekking
• Quality, waterproof, Private Mountain sleeping tent
• Professional, experienced, mountain guides
• All Park fees
• Rescue fees
• The guides will carry a pulse-ox meters to monitor the group
• All meals while on the Mountain
• Guides, Porters, cook salaries and park fees
• Quality Mess tents with table and chairs
• Large portions of fresh, healthy nutritious food
• Clean, purified drinking water
• Crisis management and safety procedures
• Fair and ethical treatment of porters
• Mountain transfers
Items not included for Mount Trekking
• Tanzania & Kenya Visa
• Accommodation in Arusha/moshi/Nairobi upon arrival and last day
• Gratuity
• Sleeping bags
Items included: Tanzania Safari
• Airport transfers as shown on the above itinerary
• Accommodation and meals as per the above itinerary
• 4 x 4 Toyota Land cruiser with pop up roof,
• All sightseeing and game viewing as specified in the itinerary.
• Crater service fee in Ngorongoro Crater as specified in the itinerary.
• Bottled Mineral water during safari.
• Soft drinks during the safari
• Tea and coffee during the safari
• A private professional speaking English driver guide
• Government taxes.
• Unlimited game mileage during safari game drives
Items not included:Tanzania Safari
• International and domestic Flights
• Any other items of a personal nature, i.e. Telephone, Laundry, beverages etc.
• Tips for the driver guide
• Any Insurance
• Visas
• Serengeti Balloon Safari