About This Journey
The 13 Day Lemosho Safari and Zanzibar Holiday 2026-2027 combines three of Tanzania's most rewarding travel experiences: climbing Mount Kilimanjaro, exploring famous wildlife parks and relaxing on the tropical beaches of Zanzibar.
The adventure begins with a 7 Day Lemosho Route Kilimanjaro climb, taking you through rainforest, the Shira Plateau, alpine desert and the summit zone before reaching Uhuru Peak at 5,895 metres.
After Kilimanjaro, continue on a 3 day Serengeti and Ngorongoro safari before flying to Zanzibar for Stone Town, spice experiences and Indian Ocean beach relaxation.
What Makes This Trip Special
7 Day Lemosho Route Kilimanjaro climb
Reach Uhuru Peak at 5,895 metres
Cross the scenic Shira Plateau
Acclimatization at Lava Tower
Climb the Barranco Wall
Professional mountain guides and porters
Emergency oxygen and health monitoring
Serengeti National Park game drives
Ngorongoro Crater wildlife safari
Opportunities to see the Big Five
Professional safari guide
4x4 safari vehicle
Flight to Zanzibar
Stone Town experience
Zanzibar spice tour
Indian Ocean beach relaxation
Mountain, safari and Zanzibar accommodation
A Look at the Journey
Itinerary
After breakfast, transfer to the western side of Mount Kilimanjaro for registration and final preparations.
Begin trekking through the lush rainforest toward Mti Mkubwa Camp.
The first trekking day is relatively gentle and provides a comfortable introduction to Kilimanjaro.
Dinner and overnight at camp.
After breakfast, continue uphill as the rainforest gradually changes into heath and moorland.
The route climbs onto the beautiful Shira Plateau, offering impressive views across the western side of Kilimanjaro.
Continue toward Shira 2 Camp for dinner and overnight.
Today is an important acclimatization day.
Climb gradually toward Lava Tower at approximately 4,600 metres before descending to Barranco Camp.
The climb-high, sleep-lower profile helps your body adjust to increasing altitude.
Dinner and overnight beneath the impressive Barranco Wall.
After breakfast, begin the day by climbing the famous Barranco Wall.
Continue through valleys and rocky alpine terrain toward Karanga Camp.
This shorter trekking day provides additional time for rest and acclimatization before moving higher.
Dinner and overnight at Karanga Camp.
After breakfast, continue uphill toward Barafu Camp.
The landscape becomes increasingly dry and rocky as you approach the summit base.
After arriving, prepare your summit clothing, headlamp and other equipment.
Enjoy an early dinner and rest before beginning the summit attempt around midnight.
Wake around midnight and begin your final ascent.
Climb slowly toward Stella Point before continuing along the crater rim to Uhuru Peak at 5,895 metres, the highest point in Africa.
After photographs and celebration at the summit, begin descending toward Barafu Camp.
Take a short rest before continuing down to Mweka Camp for dinner and overnight.
After breakfast, descend through the rainforest toward Mweka Gate.
Complete the park procedures and receive your Kilimanjaro summit certificate after a successful climb.
Your driver will transfer you to your hotel for a hot shower, rest and preparation for the safari.
After breakfast, meet your safari guide and begin the journey toward Serengeti National Park.
After entering the park, enjoy your first game drive across the open savannah.
Possible wildlife includes lions, elephants, buffalo, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, cheetahs and many antelope species.
Continue to your lodge or tented camp for dinner and overnight.
After breakfast, enjoy another wildlife game drive through Serengeti National Park.
Your safari guide will select the best wildlife areas according to seasonal conditions and animal movements.
Look for lions, elephants, buffalo, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest and other wildlife.
After lunch, continue toward the Ngorongoro Conservation Area.
Dinner and overnight near Ngorongoro or Karatu.
After an early breakfast, descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for your final safari experience.
Look for lions, elephants, buffalo, zebras, wildebeest, hippos, hyenas and, with luck, the endangered black rhino.
Enjoy a picnic lunch inside the crater before ascending and transferring toward the airport.
Fly to Zanzibar and meet your driver on arrival.
Transfer to your hotel for overnight.
After breakfast, explore historic Stone Town.
Walk through its narrow streets, markets and historic neighborhoods while learning about Zanzibar's Swahili, Arab, Indian and African cultural influences.
Continue to a spice farm to discover tropical plants and spices such as cloves, cinnamon, vanilla and nutmeg.
After the tour, transfer to your beach hotel or resort.
Enjoy a relaxing day along Zanzibar's beautiful Indian Ocean coastline.
Spend the day swimming, walking along the beach or relaxing at your resort.
Optional activities may include:
Snorkeling
Scuba diving
Dhow sailing
Dolphin excursion
Sunset cruise
Spa treatment
Village visit
Alternatively, simply enjoy a peaceful day at the beach after your Kilimanjaro climb and safari.
Enjoy breakfast and your final morning in Zanzibar.
Depending on your flight schedule, relax at the hotel before transferring to Abeid Amani Karume International Airport for your onward journey.
Your 13 Day Lemosho Safari and Zanzibar Holiday 2026-2027 ends after the airport transfer.
Included & Excluded
Included
- Kilimanjaro National Park fees
- Camping and rescue fees
- Professional Kilimanjaro guides
- Cook and porters
- Mountain camping tents
- Dining tent, tables and chairs
- Meals during the Kilimanjaro climb
- Treated drinking water
- Emergency oxygen
- Pulse oximeter
- First aid kit
- Mountain transfers
- Summit certificate
- Hotel accommodation after Kilimanjaro
- Safari park and conservation fees
- Professional safari guide
- 4x4 safari vehicle
- Serengeti accommodation
- Ngorongoro or Karatu accommodation
- Safari meals
- Drinking water during safari
- Zanzibar airport transfers
- Zanzibar accommodation
- Stone Town tour
- Spice tour
- Government taxes
Excluded
- International flights
- Domestic flight to Zanzibar unless specifically included
- Tanzania visa
- Travel and medical insurance
- Personal trekking equipment
- Sleeping bag
- Tips for mountain crew, safari guide and hotel staff
- Alcoholic and premium drinks
- Optional Zanzibar activities
- Personal expenses
- Laundry
- Additional accommodation
- Items not specifically mentioned under inclusions
Frequently Asked Questions
This package uses the 7 Day Lemosho Route.
The highest point is Uhuru Peak at 5,895 metres.
The Lemosho Route offers beautiful scenery and a good acclimatization profile through the Shira Plateau, Lava Tower, Barranco and Karanga before the summit attempt.
The safari includes Serengeti National Park and Ngorongoro Crater.
The Zanzibar section runs from Day 10 to Day 13, including arrival, Stone Town and spice activities, beach relaxation and departure.
Yes. Meals are provided according to the daily itinerary.
Yes. Sleeping bags, trekking poles, jackets, gaiters, duffel bags and other trekking equipment can be arranged before the climb.
The flight can be included depending on the final confirmed package. Check your quotation for the exact flight inclusion
Yes. Zanzibar accommodation is included according to your selected hotel or resort category.
Yes. Additional beach nights and optional Zanzibar activities can be added according to your travel plans.
Day 13 is normally the departure day. An additional Zanzibar night can be arranged if required.
