After an early breakfast, you’ll depart Arusha and drive to the Machame Gate, where your Kilimanjaro
adventure officially begins. After registration and meeting your mountain crew, you’ll start the trek
through the lush rainforest, ascending gradually along a well-maintained trail filled with birdlife, tropical
vegetation, and occasional wildlife sightings. The hike takes about 5–6 hours before reaching Machame
Camp at 3,010m, where you’ll settle in, enjoy a hot meal, and rest for the night.

Today you’ll emerge from the giant heather zone and hike across the wide, open moorland as you ascend
toward Shira Cave on Mount Kilimanjaro. At approximately 3,840m, the Shira Plateau offers sweeping
views and unique geological formations shaped by the mountain’s ancient volcanic activity. Upon
reaching Shira Cave Camp, take time to explore the area and enjoy the beautiful high-altitude landscape
before settling in for a warm dinner and an overnight stay.

From the Shira Plateau, you’ll begin your climb toward Kibo, the main peak of Mount Kilimanjaro. As
you traverse the rugged high-altitude desert of volcanic rocks and boulders, the mountain’s glaciers come
into clear view, creating dramatic scenery. Although the day includes a total ascent of only about 110m,
you will climb higher for acclimatization before gradually descending into the sheltered Barranco Valley.
After 6–7 hours of trekking, you’ll arrive at Barranco Camp at 3,950m for dinner and an overnight stay.

Today begins with a steep ascent up the famous Barranco Wall, a rewarding scramble that offers stunning
views from the top. You’ll then descend into the Karanga Valley, where you’ll stop for lunch and rest
before continuing your climb. In the afternoon, the trail leads upward toward Barafu Hut at 4,600m,
completing a 7–8-hour hiking day with a total ascent of about 650m. From Barafu Camp, enjoy
magnificent views across to Mawenzi Peak as you settle in for the evening. Spend the rest of the night
relaxing and preparing for the challenging summit push in the early hours of the morning.

Your summit push begins with a bracing 1:00 a.m. start, climbing steadily up the steep, frozen scree
toward the crater rim. This challenging ascent is part of every Kilimanjaro route, but your goal is to pass
Gillman’s Point and continue to Stella Point. From here, a final 40-minute walk leads you to Uhuru Peak
at 5,900m—the highest point on the African continent. After celebrating your achievement, begin the
long descent back to Barafu and continue down to Mweka Camp at 3,400m. This demanding day includes
about 7 hours of ascent and a 2,600m descent, with 6–7 additional hours to reach your campsite above
Mweka Gate for a well-earned rest.

After breakfast, you’ll make your final descent through the lush rainforest, a scenic 3–4-hour hike down
to Mweka Gate. Here you’ll sign out, receive your summit certificate, and meet your driver for the
transfer back to Arusha. Enjoy a well-deserved shower, hot meal, and relaxing evening at your lodge as
you celebrate the completion of your incredible Kilimanjaro adventure.

We will pick from the hotel in Arusha at 7:30 am for a scenic three-hour drive to Tarangire National Park.
Upon arrival, you will enjoy a full-day game drive, exploring the park’s diverse landscapes and abundant
wildlife. Tarangire is one of Tanzania’s hidden gems and a must visit for safari lovers. The park is famous
for its large elephant herds, often seen in the hundreds, as well as its ancient baobab trees that create a
dramatic landscape unlike anywhere else in Africa. The Tarangire River, the park’s lifeline, draws vast
numbers of animals during the dry season, offering incredible game-viewing opportunities. Beyond
elephants, you can spot lions, leopards, cheetahs, zebras, giraffes, and an impressive variety of birdlife,
making Tarangire a paradise for both wildlife enthusiasts and photographers.

After breakfast, we journey through the lush highlands where the Iraqw people cultivate wheat, coffee,
and corn, offering a glimpse into Tanzania’s rich agricultural traditions. The drive takes us into the world
renowned Ngorongoro Conservation Area, where you’ll stop at the breathtaking Ngorongoro Crater
viewpoint to admire its vast beauty and capture unforgettable photos. Along the way, you will also have
the chance to visit an authentic Maasai boma, experiencing the culture and traditions of one of Africa’s
most iconic tribes. By midday, we arrive in the Central Serengeti for lunch, followed by an exciting,
guided game drive across the endless plains in search of the Serengeti’s legendary big cats lions, leopards,
and cheetahs. As the sun sets over the savannah, you’ll continue your evening game drive before heading
to your lodge or camp for dinner and an overnight stay, surrounded by the sounds of the wild.

After an early breakfast, set out for a full day of adventure in the legendary Serengeti National Park, a
place unlike anywhere else on earth. The Serengeti is celebrated for its endless golden plains, where the
drama of life and survival plays out daily. Your game drive focuses on following the path of the Great
Migration, where vast herds of wildebeest, zebras, and gazelles move across the savanna in search of
fresh grazing. Alongside this incredible spectacle, the Serengeti offers some of the best opportunities to
witness Africa’s big cats—prides of lions resting in the grasslands, cheetahs sprinting across the plains in
pursuit of prey, and leopards stealthily hiding in acacia trees. With every turn, you’ll discover the park’s
astonishing diversity, from elephants and buffalo to giraffes, hyenas, and countless bird species. This day
promises a truly unforgettable safari experience. In evening time, you will Enjoying the Friend Bush
dinner.

After an early morning breakfast, we head out for an exciting game drive in the Serengeti National Park,
embarking on a guided safari in search of the park’s iconic big cats lion, leopard, and cheetah. Enjoy the
thrill of spotting these predators in their natural habitat across the vast, breathtaking Serengeti plains.
Following an action-packed morning, have lunch in the heart of the park, surrounded by stunning
landscapes and abundant wildlife. In the afternoon, continue with a guided game drive toward the
Ngorongoro Highlands, making the most of wildlife encounters along the way, before arriving at your
lodge or camp for dinner and overnight stay.

Early morning breakfast, after which you will descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for an unforgettable
game drive. Explore the crater’s rich ecosystem and enjoy close encounters with the Big Five—lion,
leopard, elephant, buffalo, and rhino—as well as other diverse wildlife. Lunch will be served inside the
crater, surrounded by stunning scenery. After 6 to 7 hours of immersive game viewing, you will begin the
ascent back up the crater rim to Arusha for dinner and overnight stay or departure

On the final day of your safari, enjoy a morning breakfast at your lodge before transferring from Arusha
to Kilimanjaro Airport for your departure. Reflect on the incredible wildlife encounters, breathtaking
landscapes, and unforgettable memories made throughout your Tanzanian adventure. This marks the end
of your journey, leaving you with stories, photos, and experiences to cherish for a lifetime.