6 Days Best Kilimanjaro Climbing Tour and Masai Mara Safari
This 6 Days Best Kilimanjaro Climbing Tour and Masai Mara Safari combines the ultimate East African adventure, taking you from the snow-capped peaks of Africa's highest mountain to the wildlife-rich plains of Kenya's premier game reserve. Your Kilimanjaro Climbing Tour and Masai Mara Safari begins with an exhilarating ascent of Mount Kilimanjaro via the scenic Machame Route, known locally as "Barafu" (Ice) route. The adventure continues seamlessly from Tanzania's iconic mountain to Kenya's world-famous Masai Mara National Reserve, where the Great Migration and Big Five await your arrival.
This carefully crafted Kilimanjaro Climbing Tour and Masai Mara Safari offers the perfect blend of physical challenge and wildlife encounters across two of East Africa's most spectacular destinations. From conquering Uhuru Peak at 5,895 meters above sea level to witnessing millions of wildebeest crossing the Mara River, this journey showcases the diverse landscapes and experiences that make East Africa legendary. Your expert guides ensure safety during the mountain climb while maximizing wildlife viewing opportunities in the Mara ecosystem.
The seamless transition from your Kilimanjaro Climbing Tour and Masai Mara Safari creates lasting memories as you move from alpine desert conditions to the savannah grasslands teeming with wildlife. Professional mountain guides accompany you through Kilimanjaro's five climate zones, while experienced safari guides reveal the secrets of the Mara's predator-prey relationships. This comprehensive adventure represents the pinnacle of East African exploration, combining personal achievement with unparalleled wildlife experiences.
Tour highlights
Day 1: Pick Up from Kilimanjaro International Airport and Transfer to Machame Gate
Day 2: Continue Ascent to Shira Camp via Scenic Machame Route
Day 3: Proceed to Uhuru Peak Summit and Transfer to Mweka Gate
Day 4: Transfer to Masai Mara National Reserve via Nairobi
Day 5: Continue Game Drives in Masai Mara - Big Five and Great Migration
Day 6: Proceed to Final Game Drive and Transfer to Nairobi for Departure
Price Includes:
- Park fees for Kilimanjaro National Park and Masai Mara National Reserve
- All activities mentioned in the itinerary
- Ground transport in custom 4x4 safari vehicles
- Bottled water during the mountain climb and safari drives
- Full board accommodation (mountain camps and safari lodge)
- Professional English-speaking Mountain and safari guides
- Driver allowances and park fees
- Climbing permits and certificates
- All mentioned activities (excluding optional experiences)
Price Excludes:
- Tanzania and Kenya Visas (where applicable)
- International and internal flights
- Personal expenses and gratuities
- Optional activities
- Laundry services
- Travel insurance
- Beverages beyond provided water
- Tips for mountain porters and safari guides
Itinary in details
- Day1Pick Up from Kilimanjaro International Airport and Transfer to Machame Gate
Your Kilimanjaro Climbing Tour and Masai Mara Safari begins with pickup from Kilimanjaro International Airport, followed by a 45-minute drive to Machame Gate at 1,640 meters elevation. This exciting start to your Kilimanjaro Climbing Tour and Masai Mara Safari includes registration at the Tanzania National Parks Authority office before beginning your trek through the montane forest known locally as "Msitu wa Mlima" (Mountain Forest). Your Kilimanjaro Climbing Tour and Masai Mara Safari adventure continues with a 5–7-hour hike covering 11 kilometers through lush vegetation to reach Machame Camp at 2,835 meters, where you'll enjoy dinner and overnight accommodation in mountain tents.
- Day2Continue Ascent to Shira Camp via Scenic Machame Route
Day two of your Kilimanjaro Climbing Tour and Masai Mara Safari features an early morning departure from Machame Camp for the challenging 4–6-hour trek to Shira Camp at 3,750 meters elevation. This segment of your Kilimanjaro Climbing Tour and Masai Mara Safari takes you through the heath and moorland zone, offering spectacular views of the Shira Plateau and distant peaks of Mount Meru located 70 kilometers away. Your Kilimanjaro Climbing Tour and Masai Mara Safari experience includes crossing the famous Shira Cathedral formation before reaching camp, where you'll acclimatize and prepare for the next day's summit attempt while enjoying panoramic views of the Western Breach and Kibo Peak.
- Day3Proceed to Uhuru Peak Summit and Transfer to Mweka Gate
The pinnacle of your Kilimanjaro Climbing Tour and Masai Mara Safari arrives with a midnight departure for the 6–8-hour summit attempt to Uhuru Peak at 5,895 meters, the highest point in Africa. This triumphant moment of your Kilimanjaro Climbing Tour and Masai Mara Safari offers breathtaking sunrise views from the "Roof of Africa" before beginning the descent to Mweka Camp at 3,068 meters. Your Kilimanjaro Climbing Tour and Masai Mara Safari continues with a final 3-hour descent through the montane forest to Mweka Gate, where you'll receive your summit certificates and transfer 45 minutes to your hotel in Moshi for rest and celebration of your mountain conquest.
- Day4Transfer to Masai Mara National Reserve via Nairobi
Today your Kilimanjaro Climbing Tour and Masai Mara Safari transitions from Tanzania to Kenya with a morning flight from Kilimanjaro International Airport to Nairobi's Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, covering approximately 300 kilometers in 1.5 hours. Your Kilimanjaro Climbing Tour and Masai Mara Safari continues with a scenic 5–6-hour drive covering 270 kilometers southwest to the world-famous Masai Mara National Reserve, known locally as "Maasai Mara" (Spotted Land). This exciting phase of your Kilimanjaro Climbing Tour and Masai Mara Safari includes your first game drive en route to your safari lodge, where you'll encounter the reserve's abundant wildlife including lions, leopards, and massive herds of wildebeest and zebra.
- Day5Continue Game Drives in Masai Mara - Big Five and Great Migration
Your Kilimanjaro Climbing Tour and Masai Mara Safari reaches its wildlife crescendo with full-day game drives across the 1,510 square kilometer Masai Mara ecosystem, famous for hosting the Great Migration between July and October. This spectacular day of your Kilimanjaro Climbing Tour and Masai Mara Safari focuses on tracking the Big Five, including the rare black rhino at Oloololo Escarpment and massive pride of lions in the Mara Triangle region. Your Kilimanjaro Climbing Tour and Masai Mara Safari experience includes visiting the Mara River crossing points where millions of wildebeest and zebra brave crocodile-infested waters, while expert guides share insights about predator-prey relationships and conservation efforts in this UNESCO World Heritage-nominated ecosystem.
- Day6Proceed to Final Game Drive and Transfer to Nairobi for Departure
The final day of your Kilimanjaro Climbing Tour and Masai Mara Safari begins with an early morning game drive targeting any wildlife species you haven't yet encountered, particularly the elusive leopard and cheetah in the Talek River area. This concluding chapter of your Kilimanjaro Climbing Tour and Masai Mara Safari includes a leisurely breakfast at your lodge before the 270-kilometer journey back to Nairobi, taking approximately 5-6 hours through the scenic Rift Valley. Your unforgettable Kilimanjaro Climbing Tour and Masai Mara Safari adventure concludes with transfer to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport for your departure flight, carrying memories of conquering Africa's highest peak and witnessing the continent's greatest wildlife spectacle.