Machame Route & Tanzania Safari
Conquer Kilimanjaro’s Machame Route and Explore Tanzania’s Wildlife in One Epic 12-Day Adventure
Conquer Kilimanjaro’s Machame Route and Explore Tanzania’s Wildlife in One Epic 12-Day Adventure
Trek through diverse landscapes with an 80-85% summit success rate, known as the "Whiskey Route."
Spot the Big Five in Tarangire, Serengeti, and Ngorongoro Crater, including the Great Migration.
Experienced guides ensure a safe and memorable trek and safari experience.
Indicative pricing for the Machame Route. Contact us for combined package details.
Ideal balance of acclimatization and duration with good success rate
Good option for experienced hikers with limited time
Note: Safari pricing varies. Contact us for a tailored quote for the combined 12-day package.
12-day adventure combining the 7-day Machame Route and 4-day Tanzania safari
Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport and transfer to your hotel in Moshi. Meet your guide for a pre-adventure briefing covering both the Machame Route trek and the 4-day safari.
Kilimanjaro International Airport
Begin your trek from Machame Gate, hiking through lush rainforest to Machame Camp. The forest is rich with wildlife and vibrant plant life, offering a great start to the climb.
Machame Gate
Leave the rainforest and enter the heather and moorland zone, reaching Shira Camp with breathtaking views of the Shira Plateau.
Shira Camp
Cross the Shira Plateau to Lava Tower for acclimatization, then descend to Barranco Camp, nestled between towering cliffs. This "climb high, sleep low" strategy aids acclimatization.
Barranco Camp
Climb the Barranco Wall and trek to Karanga Camp, with stunning views and further acclimatization.
Karanga Camp
Hike to Barafu Camp, your final base before the summit. Rest and prepare for the summit attempt.
Barafu Camp
Begin the summit ascent at midnight, reaching Uhuru Peak by sunrise. Celebrate, then descend to Mweka Camp for rest.
Uhuru Peak
Descend to Mweka Gate, receive your summit certificates, and transfer to Moshi for a restful evening before the safari begins.
Mweka Gate
After breakfast, depart for Tarangire National Park, famous for its massive elephant herds and iconic baobab trees. Enjoy full-day game drives spotting lions, giraffes, zebras, and abundant birdlife.
Accommodation: Lodge or tented camp near Tarangire
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Drive through the Ngorongoro Conservation Area with a stop at the crater viewpoint, then enter the legendary Serengeti. Enjoy game drives spotting lions, leopards, cheetahs, and possibly the Great Migration.
Accommodation: Tented camp in Serengeti
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Enjoy a morning game drive in the Serengeti before departing for the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Arrive at the crater rim in the afternoon and settle into your lodge with stunning views.
Accommodation: Lodge on crater rim
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater at dawn for a spectacular game drive. Spot the Big Five, including the rare black rhino, and enjoy a picnic lunch by a hippo pool before returning to Arusha.
Accommodation: Boutique hotel in Arusha
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Enjoy a leisurely breakfast at your hotel in Arusha before checking out. Depending on your flight schedule, you may have time for last-minute shopping or relaxation.
Transfer: To Kilimanjaro International Airport
Meals: Breakfast
Summit Kilimanjaro via the Machame Route and explore Tanzania’s iconic wildlife in one unforgettable journey.
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