A 10 Days Kilimanjaro and Safari itinerary is one of the most balanced ways to experience Tanzania. This adventure combines a successful Mount Kilimanjaro climb with a rewarding wildlife safari, typically structured as 7 days on Kilimanjaro followed by 3 days on safari.
The journey takes you through Kilimanjaro’s diverse ecological zones — from lush rainforest and moorland to alpine desert — before reaching the summit at 5,895 meters. After your climb, the safari portion explores Tanzania’s iconic wildlife destinations, often including Tarangire National Park, Lake Manyara, and the Ngorongoro Crater, offering excellent opportunities to see elephants, lions, flamingos, and the Big Five.
Trek through lush rainforest with occasional wildlife sightings, enjoy views of tropical flora, and experience the start of the mountain climb.
Ascend from forest into open moorland, passing giant heathers and lobelias, enjoy panoramic views of Kibo and Shira Plateau, and acclimatize for higher altitudes.
Trek across Shira Plateau, ascend Lava Tower for acclimatization, descend into Barranco Valley, enjoy views of Barranco Wall, and overnight at Barranco Camp.
Climb the Barranco Wall, descend into Karanga Valley, acclimatize further while enjoying panoramic views, and overnight at Karanga Camp.
Trek to Barafu Base Camp, prepare for summit attempt, rest, and enjoy sunset over barren alpine landscapes.
Midnight summit attempt, reach Uhuru Peak at sunrise, take photos, descend to Barafu Camp for rest, continue through alpine desert and rainforest zones to Mweka Camp for overnight.
Complete final trek to Mweka Gate, exit the park, celebrate summit success, transfer to Arusha for rest and overnight at hotel.
Depart at 7:00 AM for a 2–3 hour drive to Tarangire National Park. Enjoy a full-day game drive from mid-morning to late afternoon, spotting elephants, giraffes, zebras, and diverse birds. Picnic lunch inside the park. Transfer to a lodge near Ngorongoro or back in Arusha for overnight.
Depart early at 6:30 AM for Ngorongoro Crater. Descend into the crater floor for a full-day game drive, observing lions, elephants, buffalo, hippos, and flamingos in one of Africa’s most famous conservation areas. Picnic lunch in the crater.
On the final day, drive early to Lake Manyara National Park for a short morning game drive, famous for flamingos, hippos, and tree-climbing lions. After the safari, drive back to Arusha or Kilimanjaro Airport for departure, completing the 10-day Kilimanjaro and safari adventure.
Note: Price is per person based on two travelers. For solo, family, or group rates, please inquire.