Kilimanjaro to Serengeti: Trekking & Big Five Wildness Quest
Arusha,Moshi Northern circuit
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Duration
10 Days
Tour Type
Mountain & Adventure
Group Size
14 persons
Location
Kilimanjaro
ABOUT THIS TOUR
Overview
Mount Kilimanjaro trek via Lemosho to Big Five Wildness Quest Experience the best of northern Tanzania on an unforgettable 10-day adventure combining a 6-day Lemosho Route trek on Mount Kilimanjaro with a 4-day Big Five wildlife safari. Trek through Kilimanjaro's rainforest, moorland and alpine landscapes before reaching Uhuru Peak at 5,895 meters, the highest point in Africa. After your mountain adventure, continue to Tanzania's renowned national parks for exciting game drives through Tarangire, Ngorongoro and the Serengeti, with opportunities to see elephants, lions, leopards, buffalo, rhinos and other wildlife. This carefully designed journey combines mountain adventure, spectacular scenery and authentic African wildlife experiences with Kiwia Africa Tours.
YOUR JOURNEY
Tour Itinerary
YOUR JOURNEY
Follow the journey day by day and discover what each day of your tour includes.
1
DAY
1
Arrival – Kilimanjaro International Airport to Moshi
Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport, where our Kiwia Africa Tours representative will welcome you and transfer you to your hotel in Moshi. After check-in, relax and prepare for your Kilimanjaro adventure. Your guide will provide a trek briefing and check your equipment before the following day's climb.
Duration (hrs): 2
2
DAY
2
Lemosho Gate → Mti Mkubwa Camp
After breakfast, drive to Lemosho Gate and complete registration before beginning your trek through the lush montane rainforest. The trail gradually climbs toward Mti Mkubwa Camp, where you will enjoy dinner and your first night on the mountain. Distance: 6–7 km | Altitude: 2,100 m → 2,895 m | Trekking: 4–5 hours.
Duration: 5 hours
3
DAY
3
Mti Mkubwa → Shira 1 Camp
Continue through the upper rainforest before entering the moorland zone. The landscape opens as you approach the Shira Plateau, offering beautiful views of Kilimanjaro. Arrive at Shira 1 Camp for dinner and overnight camping. Distance: ~9 km | Altitude: 2,895 m → 3,505 m | Trekking: 6–7 hours.
Duration: 7 hours
4
DAY
4
Shira 1 → Shira 2 Camp
Trek across the scenic Shira Plateau through open moorland and volcanic terrain. Enjoy spectacular views of Kibo while maintaining a gradual pace to support acclimatization. Distance: ~8 km | Altitude: 3,505 m → 3,840 m | Trekking: 5–6 hours.
Duration: 6 hours
5
DAY
5
Shira 2 → Lava Tower → Barranco
Trek toward Lava Tower through the high alpine desert, reaching approximately 4,630 m before descending into the spectacular Barranco Valley. This climb-high, sleep-low day is important for acclimatization. Distance: ~12 km | Altitude: 3,840 m → 4,630 m → 3,960 m | Trekking: 6–7 hours.
6
DAY
6
Barranco → Karanga Camp
Climb the famous Barranco Wall with support from your experienced mountain crew. Continue across ridges and valleys toward Karanga Camp while enjoying dramatic views of Kibo and the surrounding landscape. Distance: ~7 km | Altitude: 3,960 m → 4,035 m | Trekking: 4–6 hours.
Duration: 5 hours
7
DAY
7
Karanga → Barafu → Uhuru Peak → Mweka
egin the summit attempt around midnight and climb toward Stella Point before continuing along the crater rim to Uhuru Peak at 5,895 m, the highest point in Africa. After celebrating your achievement, descend through Barafu toward Mweka Camp for dinner and rest. Distance: ~16–20 km | Highest altitude: 5,895 m | Trekking: 13–15 hours.
Duration: 15 hours
8
DAY
8
Mweka Gate → Parkview Hotel, Moshi
After breakfast, descend through the beautiful rainforest from Mweka Camp to Mweka Gate and complete the park exit procedures. Meet your Kiwia Africa Tours vehicle and transfer to Parkview Hotel in Moshi. Enjoy a well-deserved shower, comfortable accommodation and a relaxing evening after your summit adventure.
Distance: ~8 km trekking + ~40 km driving
Altitude: ~3,100 m → 1,800 m → ~830 m
Trekking: 4–5 hours
9
DAY
9
Moshi → Tarangire National Park
After breakfast at Parkview Hotel, meet your Kiwia Africa Tours safari guide and begin your journey toward Tarangire National Park. Enter the park for an exciting game drive through landscapes famous for large elephant herds, ancient baobab trees, giraffes, zebras, lions and buffalo. Enjoy a picnic lunch or lodge lunch before continuing your wildlife adventure. In the evening, proceed to Fanaka Campsite for dinner and overnight.
Distance: ~150–180 km driving
Game Drive: ~4–5 hours
10
DAY
10
Mto wa Mbu → Central Serengeti
After breakfast at Fanaka Lodge, meet your Kiwia Africa Tours safari guide and continue your journey toward Central Serengeti. Drive through the Ngorongoro highlands and into the vast Serengeti ecosystem. After entering Serengeti National Park, enjoy an afternoon game drive searching for lions, elephants, giraffes, zebras, buffalo and other wildlife. Continue to Nyani campsite for dinner and overnight.
Distance: ~250–300 km
Game Drive: ~4–5 hours
11
DAY
11
Full-Day Central Serengeti
After breakfast, meet your Kiwia Africa Tours safari guide and enjoy a full-day game drive in Central Serengeti. Explore the vast plains and rocky kopjes in search of lions, leopards, cheetahs, elephants, buffalo and other wildlife. Enjoy a picnic lunch during the game drive. In the late afternoon continues game drive at evening go back to Nyani Campsite
Game Drive: ~8 hours
12
DAY
12
Serengeti - Ngorongoro Crater
After an early breakfast, meet your Kiwia Africa Tours safari guide and begin your final safari experience, travel to Ngorongoro conservational area and Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for a morning game drive, exploring the crater floor in search of lions, elephants, buffalo, hippos and, with luck, the endangered black rhino. After the crater visit, ascend and begin the journey toward Kilimanjaro International Airport for your departure flight, bringing your Kilimanjaro and Big Five adventure to an end.
TOUR INFORMATION
What's Included & Excluded
Included/Excluded
What's Included
- 6-day Lemosho Route mountain trek
- Professional English-speaking safari guide/driver
- Professional English-speaking mountain guide
- Meals during the trek
- Experienced porters
- Drinking water during game drives
- Government taxes and applicable VAT
- Airport transfers as specified
- Moshi hotel accommodation as specified
- Kilimanjaro park and camping fees
- National park and conservation fees
- Ngorongoro Crater fees
- Summit assistance
What's Excluded
- International and domestic flights
- Tanzania visa
- Travel insurance
- Personal expenses
- Tips for guide and lodge staff
- Additional activities not mentioned in the itinerary
- Laundry services
- Alcoholic and soft drinks
- Personal trekking equipment
TOUR DETAILS
Additional Information
Travel Style
Wildlife
Adventure
Cultural
Nature
Best For
Couples
Families
Solo Travellers
Groups
First-Time Travellers
Adventure Seekers
Wildlife Enthusiasts
Photographers
Group Size
Solo
2–4 People
5–8 People
9–15 People
16+ People
Safari Type
Private Safari
Group Safari
Family Safari
Budget Safari
Honeymoon Safari
Photography Safari
Duration
7–10 Days
Destination
Tanzania
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