7 Days Kilimanjaro Hiking Tour and Tanzania and Zanzibar Trip

Your Kilimanjaro Hiking Tour and Tanzania and Zanzibar Trip begins with arrival and pick up from Kilimanjaro International Airport, located 46 kilometers from Moshi town. Our experienced English-speaking guide welcomes you and provides comprehensive briefing about your upcoming Kilimanjaro Hiking Tour and Tanzania and Zanzibar Trip adventure spanning seven incredible days. The scenic 1-hour transfer to Moshi takes you through local villages and coffee plantations, offering first glimpses of Mount Kilimanjaro's majestic snow-capped peak towering above the landscape. This first day of your Kilimanjaro Hiking Tour and Tanzania and Zanzibar Trip allows essential rest, equipment checks, and mental preparation for the challenging mountain climbing portion of your East African expedition.

Transfer to Machame Gate at 1,640 meters marks the official beginning of the mountain climbing portion of your Kilimanjaro Hiking Tour and Tanzania and Zanzibar Trip. The 45-minute drive covers 28 kilometers from Moshi through lush coffee plantations and traditional Chagga villages, leading to the Machame Route starting point. After registration formalities and final gear inspection, your Kilimanjaro Hiking Tour and Tanzania and Zanzibar Trip continues with the first trekking stage from Machame Gate to Machame Camp at 2,835 meters altitude. This 5-6 hour trek covers 11 kilometers through pristine montane rainforest inhabited by colobus monkeys and exotic birds, establishing the adventurous tone for your entire Kilimanjaro Hiking Tour and Tanzania and Zanzibar Trip experience.

Proceed to Barranco Camp at 3,900 meters via the spectacular Shira Plateau, continuing your challenging Kilimanjaro Hiking Tour and Tanzania and Zanzibar Trip mountain ascent. This demanding 6-7 hour trek covers 10 kilometers through moorland and alpine desert zones, offering breathtaking panoramic views of the Western Breach and surrounding peaks. The route passes through Shira Camp at 3,505 meters before descending to Barranco Camp, providing essential acclimatization for your Kilimanjaro Hiking Tour and Tanzania and Zanzibar Trip summit attempt. During this stage of your Kilimanjaro Hiking Tour and Tanzania and Zanzibar Trip, you'll witness dramatic landscape changes from heath and moorland to stark alpine desert, preparing you mentally for tomorrow's ultimate challenge.

Continue with the ultimate summit attempt of your Kilimanjaro Hiking Tour and Tanzania and Zanzibar Trip, departing Barranco Camp at midnight for Africa's highest point. The epic journey begins with conquering the famous Barranco Wall before proceeding to Stella Point at 5,756 meters, then continuing to Uhuru Peak at 5,895 meters above sea level. This grueling 12-14 hour trek represents the climax of your Kilimanjaro Hiking Tour and Tanzania and Zanzibar Trip, testing physical endurance and mental determination through arctic conditions and thin air. After summit celebrations and photography at Africa's rooftop, the descent to Mweka Camp takes 6-8 hours, completing the mountain climbing portion of your incredible Kilimanjaro Hiking Tour and Tanzania and Zanzibar Trip adventure.

Transfer to Serengeti National Park marks the transition from mountain adventure to classic safari experiences in your Kilimanjaro Hiking Tour and Tanzania and Zanzibar Trip. After completing your final descent to Mweka Gate and receiving summit certificates, the journey to Serengeti takes 4-5 hours covering 280 kilometers through Tanzania's diverse landscapes. Upon arrival in the Serengeti, your Kilimanjaro Hiking Tour and Tanzania and Zanzibar Trip continues with afternoon game drives across the endless plains, home to over 2 million wildebeest and countless predators. This dramatic change of scenery from snow-capped peaks to golden savannah grasslands showcases the incredible diversity that makes your Kilimanjaro Hiking Tour and Tanzania and Zanzibar Trip an unforgettable East African experience.

Proceed to Zanzibar Island to begin the tropical paradise portion of your Kilimanjaro Hiking Tour and Tanzania and Zanzibar Trip, flying from Serengeti's Seronera Airstrip. The scenic 2-hour flight covers 650 kilometers over the Rift Valley and Indian Ocean coastline, offering aerial views of Tanzania's diverse geography that defines your Kilimanjaro Hiking Tour and Tanzania and Zanzibar Trip. Upon arrival at Zanzibar International Airport, transfer to your beachfront resort takes 45 minutes covering 55 kilometers through spice plantations and traditional villages. The afternoon of your Kilimanjaro Hiking Tour and Tanzania and Zanzibar Trip is dedicated to relaxation on pristine white sand beaches, swimming in crystal-clear turquoise waters, and unwinding after your mountain and safari adventures.

Continue with Stone Town exploration, discovering the cultural heart of Zanzibar and concluding your magnificent Kilimanjaro Hiking Tour and Tanzania and Zanzibar Trip. The UNESCO World Heritage site features narrow winding streets, historic buildings, bustling markets, and fascinating Swahili architecture reflecting centuries of Arab, Persian, Indian, and European influences. Your guided Stone Town tour covers key attractions including the House of Wonders, Sultan's Palace, slave market memorial, and spice markets, adding cultural depth to your Kilimanjaro Hiking Tour and Tanzania and Zanzibar Trip. The final day concludes with transfer to Zanzibar International Airport for departure, completing your incredible seven-day Kilimanjaro Hiking Tour and Tanzania and Zanzibar Trip that perfectly combines mountain adventure, safari excitement, and tropical relaxation.