Overview
The 8-day Tanzania safari is an adventure of a lifetime for those who want to experience the thrill of ascending Kilimanjaro during the day and also witness the beauty of sunrise at the top. The journey will take you to the summit of the inner Reusch crater, which is a challenging but rewarding climb that offers breathtaking views of the surrounding landscapes.
In addition to the climb, you will also traverse the Shira Plateau, passing by the Kibo crater rim, which provides an opportunity to witness the rugged, raw beauty of the Tanzanian wilderness up close. The Shira Plateau is one of the most scenic parts of the Kilimanjaro climb, and the views of the Great Rift Valley, Mount Meru, and Longido are simply stunning.
As you trek through the wilderness, you will also have the opportunity to observe some of the local fauna, including various species of birds and small mammals. The landscapes are so picturesque that you will be compelled to stop and take pictures at every turn.
Overall, the 8-day Tanzania safari is a trip that combines adventure, challenge, and beauty in equal measure. It is the perfect experience for those who want to push themselves to new heights, both physically and mentally, and return with memories that will last a lifetime.
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Safari Itinerary
Day 1: Drive to the Londorossi entrance gate.
Mount Kilimanjaro: Proceed to Londorossi Park Gate (2,385m/7825 ft) and ascend to Mti Mkubwa Camp (2,700m/8858 ft). Hiking time: 3-4 hours. 8 kilometers (5 miles).
- Accommodation: Shira 1 overnight camping trip (3,505 m or 11,500 feet).
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and dinner.
Day 2: Climbing to Shira Camp 1 from Mti Mkubwa Camp.
Mount Kilimanjaro: Hike 5-6 hours from Mti Mkubwa Camp to Shira Camp 1 (3,500 m or 11483 ft). 6 kilometers (6 miles).
- Accommodation: Shira Camp 1 overnight camping trip (3,500 m or 11483 feet).
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and dinner.
Day 3: Shira Camp 1 to Shira Camp 2 climb.
Mt. Kilimanjaro: Shira Camp 1 to Shira Camp 2 (3,840 meters or 12,598 feet) Hiking time: 3-4 hours 8 kilometers (5 miles).
- Accommodation: Shira Camp 2 overnight camping trip (3,840 meters or 12,598 feet).
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and dinner.
Day 4: Shira Camp 2 to Barranco Camp Climb.
Mt. Kilimanjaro: Hiking time: 6-7 hours from Shira Camp 2 to Barranco Camp (3,950 meters or 12959 ft). 8 kilometers (5 miles).
- Accommodation: A night of camping at Barranco Camp (3,950 meters or 12959 feet).
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and dinner.
Day 5: Climbing the mountain from Barranco Camp to Karanga Valley Camp.
Mt. Kilimanjaro: Hiking time: 4-5 hours from Barranco Camp to Karanga Valley Camp (3,995 meters 13,106 feet). 5 kilometers (3 miles).
- Accommodation: A night of camping at Karanga Valley Camp (3,995 meters 13,106 feet).
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and dinner.
Day 6: From the Karanga Valley to the Barafu Camp.
Mt. Kilimanjaro: Hiking time: 4-5 hours from Karanga Valley to Barafu Camp (4,550 meters or 14928 ft). Distance: 4 kilometers (2 miles).
- Accommodation: A night of camping in Barafu Camp (4,550 meters or 14928 feet).
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and dinner.
Day 7: Climbing Mount Uhuru.
Mt. Kilimanjaro: Hiking hours 7-8 hours and a distance of 5 Km or 3 miles to Uhuru Peak (5,895 meters or 19,341 feet), then descend via Barafu for a brief break and continue to Mweka Camp (3,060 meters or 10,065 feet) 4-6 hours and distance 12 Km or 7 miles.
- Accommodation: Mweka Camp overnight camping stay (3,060 meters or 10,065 feet).
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and dinner.
Day 8: From Descend to the Mweka Gate.
Mt. Kilimanjaro: Hiking time 3-4 hours to Mweka Gate (4,600). Mweka gate is 4 kilometers (2 miles) away. Transfer to Park View Inn for the summit celebration and certificate presentation. End of the Tanzania safari 8 days.
Accommodation: The last night will be spent at your prior accommodation.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and dinner.
Safari includes:
- Oxygen tanks for emergencies.
- VHF portable radios – These are carried on each journey for convenient communication.
- Every day, wash your clothes in warm water.
- Drinking water that has been purified.
- Gamow Bag – Hyperbaric chamber Mountain rescue costs
- Personal flash toilet on wheels.
- Pulse-oximeter – Used to determine the amount of oxygen in the blood.
- All meals and snacks while on the mountain.
- Fresh, healthful, and nutritious foods in plenty.
- Waterproof tents and sleeping mats, high-powered solar LED lights, and toilet tents are all available.
- For all meals, use metal dining tables and large aluminum chairs with backs and armrests.
- Transfers to and from the airport.
- All transportation is provided at the destination.
- 2 nights at a traditional standard hotel, one before and one after the journey.
- 2 nights at a comfortable hotel, one before and one after the hike.
- Bed and breakfast is available.
- Full board includes bed, breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
- All government taxes and park entrance fees are included.
- Porters are treated fairly and ethically.
- Porter, an experienced professional English-speaking mountain guide, will carry your daypack for the summit attempt.
- Breakfast for 8 times.
- Lunch for 8 times.
- Dinner for 8 times
Safari excludes:
- Tips.
- Tanzania visas are issued upon arrival.
- Expenses for Personal Use (e.g. laundry, telephone, beverages, etc.).
- Tours that are optional (short safari after your climb etc.).
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Pick-up information:
Arrive in Tanzania through Kilimanjaro International Airport (KIA – JRO), where Kilimanjaro Brothers employees will greet you with a Kilimanjaro Brothers placard and drive you to Moshi town, where you will spend the first night at a hotel of your choosing. Those arriving at Kenya’s Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA – NBO) will be met by a shuttle bus to Moshi.
Additional information:
- When you book, you will get confirmation.
- Wheelchair access is not available.
- It is not suggested for tourists who have back difficulties.
- Pregnant women should avoid traveling.
- There are no heart issues or any major medical disorders.
- Travelers should be in good physical condition.
- This is a private road trip in which just your group will take part.
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Cancellation Policy:
A full refund is available if you cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled event.
- You must cancel at least 24 hours before the start time of the experience to receive a full refund.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the start time of the experience, you will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the start time of the experience will not be accepted.
- The cut-off times are determined by the experience’s local time.
- This experience is weather dependent.
- If it is canceled due to inclement weather, you will be given a different date or a full refund.
