This 7 Days Best Mount Kilimanjaro Climb Safari and Serengeti Tour combines the ultimate adventure of conquering Africa's highest peak with an unforgettable wildlife safari experience. Your journey begins with the challenging yet rewarding ascent of Mount Kilimanjaro, known locally as "Kilima Njaro" (Shining Mountain), followed by thrilling game drives through the world-famous Serengeti National Park. This carefully designed Mount Kilimanjaro Climb Safari and Serengeti Tour offers the perfect blend of physical achievement and wildlife encounters in Tanzania's most iconic destinations.
The Mount Kilimanjaro Climb Safari and Serengeti Tour takes you through diverse ecosystems, from the montane forests of Kilimanjaro to the endless plains of the Serengeti National Park, covering approximately 400 kilometers of Tanzania's spectacular landscapes. Experience the satisfaction of standing atop Uhuru Peak at 5,895 meters above sea level before descending to witness the incredible wildlife spectacle of the Serengeti's Big Five and the Great Migration. This unique Mount Kilimanjaro Climb Safari and Serengeti Tour creates memories that will last a lifetime through both personal triumph and nature's grandest displays.
Your Mount Kilimanjaro Climb Safari and Serengeti Tour is enhanced by expert mountain guides and experienced safari rangers who ensure your safety while maximizing your adventure experience. From the glaciers of Kilimanjaro's summit to the acacia-dotted savannas where lions roam, this comprehensive journey showcases Tanzania's incredible diversity. The seamless transition from mountain climbing to wildlife viewing makes this Mount Kilimanjaro Climb Safari and Serengeti Tour an unparalleled adventure for those seeking both physical challenge and natural wonder.
Day 1: Pick Up from Kilimanjaro International Airport and Transfer to Machame Gate
Day 2: Continue Kilimanjaro Climb from Machame Camp to Shira Camp
Day 3: Proceed to Barranco Camp via Lava Tower for Acclimatization
Day 4: Transfer from Barranco Camp to Karanga Camp
Day 5: Continue Summit Attempt to Uhuru Peak and Descent to Mweka Camp
Day 6: Proceed to Serengeti National Park for Classic Big Five Safari
Day 7: Transfer to Seronera Valley for Wildebeest Migration Experience
Your Mount Kilimanjaro Climb Safari and Serengeti Tour begins with pickup from Kilimanjaro International Airport, followed by a 2-hour drive (approximately 90 kilometers) to Machame Gate at 1,640 meters elevation. This exciting Mount Kilimanjaro Climb Safari and Serengeti Tour Day includes registration with park authorities and meeting your experienced mountain guides who will accompany you on this incredible journey through the "Whiskey Route." Your Mount Kilimanjaro Climb Safari and Serengeti Tour adventure commences with a 5–7-hour trek through the lush montane rainforest, ascending 1,200 meters to reach Machame Camp at 2,835 meters, where you'll enjoy your first night under the stars on Africa's highest mountain.
Day two of your Mount Kilimanjaro Climb Safari and Serengeti Tour involves a challenging 4–6-hour ascent from Machame Camp to Shira Camp, covering approximately 5 kilometers and gaining 760 meters in elevation. This crucial stage of your Mount Kilimanjaro Climb Safari and Serengeti Tour takes you through the heather and moorland zone, offering spectacular views of the Barranco Valley and Mount Meru in the distance. Your Mount Kilimanjaro Climb Safari and Serengeti Tour continues as you reach Shira Camp at 3,750 meters, where you'll spend the night acclimatizing while enjoying panoramic views of the mountain's glaciated summit and the expansive Shira Plateau, known locally as "Uwanda wa Shira."
Your Mount Kilimanjaro Climb Safari and Serengeti Tour takes you on a crucial acclimatization day, ascending to Lava Tower at 4,640 meters before descending to Barranco Camp at 3,960 meters. This essential day of your Mount Kilimanjaro Climb Safari and Serengeti Tour follows the principle of "climb high, sleep low," covering approximately 10 kilometers over 6-8 hours through the alpine desert zone. The Mount Kilimanjaro Climb Safari and Serengeti Tour experience includes navigating through the dramatic landscape of the Barranco Valley, where you'll encounter the famous Barranco Wall and enjoy spectacular views of the glaciers on Kilimanjaro's southern face before settling into camp beneath the towering Barranco Wall.
Day four of your Mount Kilimanjaro Climb Safari and Serengeti Tour begins with the challenging ascent of the Barranco Wall, followed by a 4–5-hour trek to Karanga Camp at 3,995 meters elevation. This technical section of your Mount Kilimanjaro Climb Safari and Serengeti Tour requires some scrambling over rocks but rewards you with incredible views of the Heim, Kersten, and Decken glaciers. Your Mount Kilimanjaro Climb Safari and Serengeti Tour continues through the alpine desert landscape, covering approximately 5 kilometers to reach Karanga Camp, where you'll spend your final night before the summit attempt while enjoying clear views of Uhuru Peak and preparing mentally for the ultimate challenge ahead.
The pinnacle of your Mount Kilimanjaro Climb Safari and Serengeti Tour begins with a midnight departure for the summit attempt, ascending 1,295 meters over 6-8 hours to reach Uhuru Peak at 5,895 meters. This triumphant moment of your Mount Kilimanjaro Climb Safari and Serengeti Tour places you at the highest point in Africa, where you'll celebrate your achievement while enjoying breathtaking sunrise views over the East African plains. Your Mount Kilimanjaro Climb Safari and Serengeti Tour continues with a careful descent of 2,795 meters over 12-15 hours total, passing through Barafu Camp and continuing to Mweka Camp at 3,100 meters, where you'll spend your final night on the mountain in the heath and moorland zone.
Your Mount Kilimanjaro Climb Safari and Serengeti Tour transitions from mountain climbing to wildlife viewing with a morning descent to Mweka Gate, followed by a 4-hour drive (approximately 280 kilometers) to Serengeti National Park. This exciting new phase of your Mount Kilimanjaro Climb Safari and Serengeti Tour includes entering through Naabi Hill Gate and beginning your first game drive through the world-famous Serengeti ecosystem, known locally as "Siringet" (Endless Plains). Your Mount Kilimanjaro Climb Safari and Serengeti Tour adventure continues with afternoon game viewing focused on spotting the Big Five, including lions, leopards, elephants, buffalo, and the elusive black rhino, while enjoying the vast landscapes that stretch endlessly toward the horizon.
The final day of your Mount Kilimanjaro Climb Safari and Serengeti Tour takes you to the heart of the Serengeti's Seronera Valley, located approximately 40 kilometers from your previous camp and renowned for year-round wildlife concentrations. This concluding Mount Kilimanjaro Climb Safari and Serengeti Tour experience focuses on witnessing the Great Migration, where over 1.5 million wildebeest, zebras, and gazelles move across the plains in their eternal search for fresh grazing. Your Mount Kilimanjaro Climb Safari and Serengeti Tour culminates with final game drives through the Seronera River area, known for its high concentration of big cats and diverse wildlife, before transferring to Seronera Airstrip for your onward journey, completing this incredible adventure that combines mountain conquest with wildlife spectacle.