Moshi, Tanzania
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Overview
At a Glance
- Duration: One Coordinated Itinerary on Mount Kilimanjaro
- Start & End: Moshi or Arusha, Tanzania
- Fair wages for guides, cooks, and porters included
- Professional mountain guides with safety equipment
- High success rate with proper acclimatization
This combo package pairs a 7-day Machame Route climb with a 4-day Serengeti safari, letting you summit Kilimanjaro and see the Great Migration's home plains in one seamless 11-day trip.
Booking both legs together means one continuous itinerary instead of two separately arranged trips — the same team coordinates your airport transfers, hotel nights, and the switch from mountain gear to safari vehicle without any gaps in your schedule.
Pricing follows our standard tier structure: entry, midrange and luxury inclusions apply to both the climb and safari portions, so your comfort level stays consistent across the whole 11 days rather than changing between the two halves of the trip.
Mount Kilimanjaro One Coordinated Itinerary climbing route specifications:
- Duration: One Coordinated Itinerary
- Start & End: Moshi or Arusha, Tanzania
- Accommodation: High-quality mountain camping tents
Highlights
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One seamless itinerary combining a Kilimanjaro summit and a Serengeti safari
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Fair-wage crew and safety standards maintained across both the climb and safari
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Coordinated transfers between the mountain and the safari circuit, no gaps in schedule
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Entry, midrange and luxury comfort tiers available across the full 11 days
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Small group climb departures, max 8 climbers
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Official Kilimanjaro National Park summit certificate on completion
What is the daily itinerary?
- Day 1: Rongai Gate to Simba Camp
- Day 2: Simba Camp to Kikelewa Camp
- Day 3: Kikelewa Camp to Mawenzi Tarn Camp
- Day 4: Acclimatization Day at Mawenzi Tarn
- Day 5: Cross the Saddle to Kibo Hut
- Day 6: Summit Night: Uhuru Peak, then Descend to Horombo Hut
- Day 7: Descend to Marangu Gate and Certificate Presentation
What happens each day of the tour?
Day 1
Machame Gate to Machame Camp
Meals: L, DStart: Machame Gate (1,800m)Finish: Machame Camp (3,000m)Altitude: ↑1,200mWalking Time: 5–7h
The climb begins at Machame Gate (1,800m) after registration and a briefing from your guide team. A steady rainforest climb leads to Machame Camp (3,000m).
Day 2
Ascend to Shira Plateau
Meals: B, L, DStart: Machame Camp (3,000m)Finish: Shira Camp (3,840m)Altitude: ↑840m ·Walking Time: 4–5h
The trail opens onto moorland en route to Shira Camp (3,840m), with early views across the plateau toward Kibo.
Day 3
Lava Tower Acclimatization and Barranco Camp
Meals: B, L, DStart: Shira Camp (3,840m)Finish: Barranco Camp (3,960m) via Lava Tower (4,630m)Altitude: ↑790m / ↓670mWalking Time: 6–7h
The key acclimatization day climbs to Lava Tower (4,630m) before descending to Barranco Camp (3,960m).
Day 4
Barranco Wall to Karanga Camp
Meals: B, L, DStart: Barranco Camp (3,960m)Finish: Karanga Camp (4,035m)Altitude: ↑75mWalking Time: 4h
The Barranco Wall scramble opens the day, followed by a rolling walk to Karanga Camp (4,035m).
Day 5
Karanga to Barafu Base Camp
Meals: B, L, DStart: Karanga Camp (4,035m)Finish: Barafu Camp (4,673m)Altitude: ↑638mWalking Time: 4h
A steady climb reaches Barafu Camp (4,673m), the launch point for the summit attempt.
Day 6
Summit Night: Uhuru Peak, then Descend to Mweka Camp
Meals: B, L, DStart: Barafu Camp (4,673m)Finish: Mweka Camp (3,100m) via Uhuru Peak (5,895m)Altitude: ↑1,222m / ↓2,795mWalking Time: 12–14h
Summit night begins around midnight, reaching Uhuru Peak (5,895m) by mid-morning. The descent continues the same day to Mweka Camp (3,100m).
Day 7
Descend to Mweka Gate, Transfer to Moshi
Meals: B, L, DStart: Mweka Camp (3,100m)Finish: Moshi Hotel (1,640m gate, ~890m town)Altitude: ↓1,460mWalking Time: 3–4h
A final descent reaches Mweka Gate (1,640m) for certificate presentation, then a transfer to your Moshi hotel for a hot shower and a proper night's rest.
Day 8
Rest Morning, Transfer to Serengeti
Meals: B, L, DStart: Moshi HotelFinish: Serengeti National Park (Seronera area)Distance: ~325km drive (6–7h)
After a relaxed morning to recover, the group is collected for the long but scenic drive to Serengeti National Park, arriving in time for an afternoon game drive in the Seronera area, known for consistent year-round wildlife sightings.
Day 9
Full-Day Serengeti Game Drive
Meals: B, L, DStart: Seronera, SerengetiFinish: Seronera, SerengetiActivity: Full-Day Game Drive
A full day exploring the Serengeti's central plains, home to lion prides, elephant herds and, depending on the season, the Great Migration. Game drives run morning and afternoon with a picnic lunch in the bush.
Day 10
Serengeti to Ngorongoro Highlands
Meals: B, L, DStart: SerengetiFinish: Ngorongoro Conservation Area (Crater Rim)Distance: ~150km drive with game viewing en route
The route leaves the Serengeti's plains for the Ngorongoro Highlands, with wildlife viewing along the way. The afternoon is spent settling into a lodge on the crater rim, with views down into one of Africa's most famous calderas.
Day 11
Ngorongoro Crater Game Drive and Departure
Meals: B, L, DStart: Ngorongoro Crater RimFinish: Arusha (departure)Distance: ~180km drive
An early descent into Ngorongoro Crater for a morning game drive — one of the most reliable places in Africa to see the Big Five in a single outing — before the drive back to Arusha for your onward flight.
What accommodation is included?
Shared Dome Tents (Climb, Days 1–7)
Mountain camping tent on the Kilimanjaro and Serengeti combo
Two climbers share a sturdy four-season dome tent with sleeping mats included during the climb portion.
Standard
Mess Tent & Camp Kitchen (Climb, Days 1–7)
amp kitchen and dining tent on the combo package climb
Meals are cooked fresh at each camp and served in a shared mess tent during the climb.
Included
Safari Lodge or Tented Camp (Safari, Days 8–11)
Serengeti safari lodge accommodation on the combo package
Comfortable lodge or permanent tented camp accommodation on the safari portion, matched to your chosen comfort tier
Tier-Dependent
What is included and excluded?
What's Included?
An early descent into Ngorongoro Crater for a morning game drive — one of the most reliable places in Africa to see the Big Five in a single outing before the drive back to Arusha for your onward flight.
4x4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof and English-speaking driver-guide
All park entry fees for Serengeti National Park and Ngorongoro Conservation Area
Safari accommodation (lodge or tented camp, tier-dependent)
All meals during the safari portio
Transfers between Moshi/Arusha, the mountain, and the safari circuit
Kilimanjaro National Park summit certificate
What\'s Not Included?
International flights and Tanzania visa
Personal climbing and safari gear
Tips for guides, cooks, porters and safari driver
Travel and evacuation insurance
Alcoholic beverages during safari lodge stays
Why Book with Generous African Tours?
KPAP & Local Experts
Our guides have 10+ years of tracking experience, knowing exactly where the wildlife migrates and how to escape the crowds.
Custom 4x4 Vehicles
Travel in safety with custom-modified Toyota Land Cruisers featuring charging ports, large windows, and a pop-up roof.
Tailored Hospitality
We handpick clean, high-service safari lodges and luxury camps, ensuring delicious meals and excellent comfort after game drives.
Best Time to Visit Tanzania Safari
The best time to climb Mount Kilimanjaro is during the dry months of January-March and June-October, when the weather is stable with less rain.
Jan
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Dry Season
Clear
Clear
Feb
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Dry Season
Clear
Clear
Mar
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Short Rains
Wet
Wet
Apr
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Long Rains
Wet
Wet
May
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Long Rains
Wet
Wet
Jun
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Peak Dry
Excellent
Excellent
Jul
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Peak Dry
Excellent
Excellent
Aug
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Peak Dry
Excellent
Excellent
Sep
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Peak Dry
Excellent
Excellent
Oct
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Dry End
Good
Good
Nov
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Short Rains
Quiet
Quiet
Dec
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Good Season
Festive
Festive
Peak season
Good season
Low / rainy season
Frequently Asked Questions
FAQ
Do I do the climb first or the safari first?
The standard itinerary climbs first, then transitions to safari — let us know if you'd prefer the order reversed.
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Does the comfort tier apply to both the climb and the safari?
Yes — entry, midrange and luxury inclusions carry through consistently across the full 11 days.
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Is there a rest day between the climb and the safari?
Yes, the transfer day after descending includes time for a shower and rest before heading to the Serengeti.
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Can I extend the safari portion beyond 4 days?
Yes — contact us to discuss extending with Ngorongoro, Tarangire or Zanzibar add-ons.
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Do I need separate insurance for the climbing and safari portions?
One travel and evacuation insurance policy covering the full trip is recommended, and required by us for the climbing portion.
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