5 Days Best Kilimanjaro Safari and Lake Nakuru Kenya Safari
This 5 Days Best Kilimanjaro Safari and Lake Nakuru Kenya Safari takes you from the towering peaks of Mount Kilimanjaro through Tanzania's spectacular wildlife corridors to Kenya's renowned Lake Nakuru National Park. Our carefully crafted itinerary ensures you witness Africa's most iconic wildlife while enjoying comfortable accommodations and expert guidance throughout your Kilimanjaro Safari and Kenya Safari expedition.
Your Kilimanjaro Safari and Kenya Safari begins with an exhilarating hike on Africa's highest mountain, offering breathtaking views and unforgettable memories. The adventure seamlessly transitions from Tanzania's dramatic highlands to Kenya's famous Lake Nakuru, home to thousands of flamingos and endangered rhino species. This unique combination provides the perfect blend of mountain trekking and classic safari experiences, making it ideal for adventurous families and wildlife enthusiasts.
This comprehensive tour showcases the best of East Africa's natural wonders, from Kilimanjaro's snow-capped summit to Lake Nakuru's alkaline waters teeming with birdlife. Our Kilimanjaro Safari and Kenya Safari package includes encounters with black and white rhinos, lions, leopards, and countless bird species in their natural habitats. Each day brings new discoveries as you journey through diverse ecosystems, creating memories that will last a lifetime while experiencing the authentic spirit of African wilderness.
Tour highlights
Day 1: Arrival and pick up from Kilimanjaro International Airport, transfer to Moshi town
Day 2: Transfer to Kilimanjaro National Park, begin Machame Route hike to Machame Camp
Day 3: Proceed to Shira Camp via Shira Plateau, descend to Mweka Gate
Day 4: Continue with the tour to Kenya, transfer to Lake Nakuru National Park
Day 5: Proceed to full-day game drive in Lake Nakuru, transfer to Nairobi for departure
Price Includes:
- Park fees for all destinations
- All activities mentioned in the itinerary
- Ground transport per 4WD custom safari vehicle
- Bottled water in the safari vehicle
- Full board accommodation as mentioned in the itinerary
- Service of an English-speaking driver-guide
- Driver allowances
- All mentioned activities except for the optional ones
Price Excludes:
- Kenya and Tanzania Visa
- International and Internal Flights
- Personal needs such as gratitude, beverages etc
- Visa processing fees
- Air ticket costs
- Optional Activities
- Laundry fees
- Tips for guides and staff
- Life insurance
- Other drinks apart from water
Itinary in details
- Day1Arrival and pick up from Kilimanjaro International Airport, transfer to Moshi town
Your incredible Kilimanjaro Safari and Kenya Safari adventure begins with arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO), where our professional driver-guide warmly welcomes you. Transfer to Moshi town takes approximately 45 minutes covering 50 kilometers through scenic Tanzanian countryside dotted with coffee plantations and traditional Chagga villages. Upon arrival in Moshi, you'll check into comfortable accommodation with stunning views of Mount Kilimanjaro's majestic peaks, setting the perfect tone for your Kilimanjaro Safari and Kenya Safari expedition. The evening allows time for equipment check, briefing about tomorrow's hike, and relaxation while enjoying traditional Tanzanian cuisine as you prepare for the exciting Kilimanjaro Safari and Kenya Safari journey ahead.
- Day2Transfer to Kilimanjaro National Park, begin Machame Route hike to Machame Camp
After early morning breakfast, transfer to Machame Gate (1,640m) takes 45 minutes covering 30 kilometers through lush rainforest vegetation surrounding Mount Kilimanjaro's lower slopes. Your Kilimanjaro Safari and Kenya Safari Mountain adventure officially begins with registration at the park gate before starting the scenic 5–6-hour hike through montane forest to Machame Camp (2,835m). The well-maintained trail winds through ancient trees, moss-covered branches, and diverse flora while offering glimpses of colobus monkeys and various bird species native to this Kilimanjaro Safari and Kenya Safari region. Evening brings rest at Machame Camp with breathtaking sunset views over the Tanzanian plains, marking your first successful day of this remarkable Kilimanjaro Safari and Kenya Safari experience.
- Day3Proceed to Shira Camp via Shira Plateau, descend to Mweka Gate
Continue with your Kilimanjaro Safari and Kenya Safari Mountain journey by trekking from Machame Camp to Shira Camp (3,750m), a challenging 4–5-hour hike covering 5 kilometers through changing vegetation zones. The trail leads you across the stunning Shira Plateau, offering panoramic views of Mount Meru and the vast African savanna stretching toward Kenya, perfectly complementing your Kilimanjaro Safari and Kenya Safari adventure. After reaching Shira Camp and enjoying lunch with spectacular mountain vistas, begin descent via Barranco and Karanga routes to Mweka Gate, completing your Kilimanjaro experience. The 6–7-hour descent covers 12 kilometers through diverse ecological zones, concluding this mountain portion of your Kilimanjaro Safari and Kenya Safari with certificate presentation and transfer back to Moshi for overnight rest.
- Day4Continue with the tour to Kenya, transfer to Lake Nakuru National Park
Your Kilimanjaro Safari and Kenya Safari adventure continues with early morning departure from Moshi to Namanga Border, a scenic 3–4-hour drive covering 180 kilometers through traditional Maasai lands and acacia-dotted landscapes. After completing immigration formalities at the Tanzania-Kenya border, proceed to Lake Nakuru National Park, requiring additional 4-5 hours covering 280 kilometers through the spectacular Great Rift Valley escarpment. The journey showcases dramatic landscape changes from Mount Kilimanjaro's foothills to Kenya's highland plateaus, offering perfect photo opportunities for your Kilimanjaro Safari and Kenya Safari memories. Evening arrival at Lake Nakuru allows check-in at comfortable lodge accommodation overlooking the alkaline lake, where thousands of flamingos create pink carpets across the water surface, setting stage for tomorrow's wildlife encounters in this Kilimanjaro Safari and Kenya Safari destination.
- Day5Proceed to full-day game drive in Lake Nakuru, transfer to Nairobi for departure
The finale of your Kilimanjaro Safari and Kenya Safari features full day exploration of Lake Nakuru National Park, famous for its diverse wildlife including endangered black and white rhinoceros populations. Early morning game drive begins at 6:30 AM, covering the park's 188 square kilometers of varied habitats from grasslands to rocky escarpments where lions and leopards frequently hunt. Your Kilimanjaro Safari and Kenya Safari concludes with spectacular wildlife viewing including waterbucks, buffalos, zebras, and over 450 bird species while enjoying picnic lunch beside the scenic lake surrounded by fever trees and euphorbias. After final afternoon game drive capturing last memories of this incredible Kilimanjaro Safari and Kenya Safari, proceed to Nairobi for evening departure, completing this unforgettable 5-day adventure through Tanzania and Kenya's most iconic destinations.