Tour Features

An 8 day ascent to the roof of Africa. Starting at Lemosho on the Western side and traversing across the most spectacular parts of the mountain. It joins the Machame route above Shira camp on day 4 and then from Barafu camp ascends to the summit via Stella Point. Descent is via the Mweka route.

Budget tourThis budget tour includes camping and tented camps.
Cannot be customizedThe accommodations and destinations of this tour cannot be changed.
Private tourThis tour will be organized exclusively for you and won't be shared with others.
Solo travel availableSolo travelers can book this tour.
Can start any dayIf availability permits, this tour can start on any day.
No minimum ageThere is no minimum age for this tour.

Route & Activities

Tanzania

Tanzania flag
Start Point
Arusha
Day 1
End Point
Arusha

Activities Included

Trekking

Accommodation & Meals

Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost

Day Accommodation Meals
1-4
Budget Accommodation
Meals & Drinks at own expense
5
Baranco Camp
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Included
6
Karanga Camp
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Included
7
Barafu Camp
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Included
8
Budget Accommodation
Lunch, Dinner Included with Drinks
  • A transfer from the airport can be arranged for an extra cost.
  • Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.
  • Day 1 - ARRIVAL – LODGE

    On arrival you are met by Kili Climb Africa Safaris driver guide and transferred to your evening’s accommodation. In the late afternoon there is a briefing with our expedition manager and head guide to go over the itinerary in detail, check gear and answer any questions you may have.

    Main Destination: Arusha

    Meals & Drinks: Meals & Drinks at own expense

  • Day 2 - KILIMANJARO – FOREST

    FromArusha we set out in vehicles to the starting point of the Lemosho trail. Here you meet the rest of your crew and set of at a leisurely pace into afro-montane forest. Lunch is taken on trail and camp is reached mid -afternoon. Overnight Forest Camp (breakfast – lunch – dinner).

    Main Destination: Mount Kilimanjaro National Park

    Meals & Drinks: Lunch, Dinner Included

  • Day 3 - KILIMANJARO – SHIRA 1

    From the forested slopes of Lemosho you ascend through Podocarpus and Juniper forest and break out of the forest on to the heath zone and the Shira Plateau. Lunch is taken on trail and you arrive in camp mid- afternoon. Overnight Shira 1 Camp (breakfast – lunch – dinner).

    Main Destination: Mount Kilimanjaro National Park

    Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Included

  • Day 4 - KILIMANJARO- MOIR

    Crossing the Shira plateau can be one of the most scenic parts of the trip and this morning we hike for around 3-4 hours to the lunch point. After lunch we ascend to Moir camp, arriving in the mid afternoon. For those with the energy a hike in the late afternoon is possible. Dinner& overnight Moir Camp (breakfast – lunch – dinner).

    Main Destination: Mount Kilimanjaro National Park

    Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Included

  • Day 5 - KILIMANJARO – BARRANCO

    From Moir we traverse across the slopes of Kibo. Here relatively little flora or fauna can survive the extreme temperature ranges and conditions that typify this zone. Lunch is normally taken close to Lava Tower and for those that feel very strong there is an optional ascent of Lava Tower before descending down to Barranco camp in the afternoon. Dinner & overnight Barranco camp (breakfast – lunch – dinner).

    Main Destination: Mount Kilimanjaro National Park

    Accommodation: Baranco Camp

    Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Included

  • Day 6 - KILIMANJARO – KARANGA

    An early start is recommended to hike the Barranco wall. After about 2 hours you reach the top and then hike over glacial valleys to Karanga camp. Sunsets here are particularly spectacular with views of the southern glacial valleys and ice fields towering 1000 meters (over 3000 feet) above you. Overnight Karanga Camp (breakfast – lunch – dinner).

    Main Destination: Mount Kilimanjaro National Park

    Accommodation: Karanga Camp

    Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Included

  • Day 7 - KILIMANJARO – BARAFU

    Today is another half day ascending to Barafu camp. Once again lunch is taken in camp allowing plenty of time to relax before the summit bid. Desolate alpine desert and at times strong winds rip over this camp and yet in the evening splendid views of Mawenzi volcano are the norm. Overnight Barafu Camp (breakfast – lunch – dinner).

    Accommodation: Barafu Camp

    Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Included

  • Day 8 - KILIMANJARO – SUMMIT / MWEKA

    Most people depart just before midnight for the final summit bid. Patience and persistence is the name of game to reach the summit and by dawn as the first rays of light start to appear, most arrive near the rim. Ascending via Stella Point affords a relatively short final section to Uhuru peak, the Roof of Africa! What goes up must come down and your goal today is to reach Mweka camp. Overnight Mweka Camp (breakfast – lunch – dinner).

    Main Destination: Mount Kilimanjaro National Park

    Meals & Drinks: Lunch, Dinner Included with Drinks

  • Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
  • A transfer back to the airport can be arranged for an extra cost.

Includes

  • Park fees (for non-residents)
  • All activities mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional)
  • Meals (as specified in the day-by-day description)
  • All accommodation mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional upgrade)
  • A professional driver/guide
  • All transportation mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional)
  • All Taxes/VAT

Excludes

  • International flights (from/to the client's home country)
  • Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
  • Tips: tipping guideline of $6 per person per day for the guide and crew
  • Personal items (souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees and other personal items)
  • Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees

Rates Per Person

Jun 1, 2026 - Jun 1, 2027

Traveler Information
Per person
Solo traveler (1 room)
$2,500
2 people (1 room)
$2,000
3 people (2 rooms)
$1,800
4 people (2 rooms)
$1,600
5+ people

*n/a = not available. This tour is unavailable for solo travelers.

Includes

  • Park fees (for non-residents)
  • All activities mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional)
  • Meals (as specified in the day-by-day description)
  • All accommodation mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional upgrade)
  • A professional driver/guide
  • All transportation mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional)
  • All Taxes/VAT

Excludes

  • International flights (from/to the client's home country)
  • Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
  • Tips: tipping guideline of $6 per person per day for the guide and crew
  • Personal items (souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees and other personal items)
  • Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees

Getting There

Tanzania is a beautiful East African country with neighbours Kenya to the north and Mozambique to the south and the Indian Ocean to the east. It is known for its vibrant culture, wonderful national parks, diverse fauna and flora and of course the great wildebeest migration. If you are planning a safari trip to Tanzania then you should find out all about flights to Tanzania, passport and visa requirements.Tanzania’s main airport is Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR) located 13km/8mi southwest of Dar es Salaam. The latter is the entry point for visitors to the southern parks.Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) is situated 46km/29mi east of Arusha, the gateway of Tanzania’s most popular Northern safari circuit.

This tour starts in Arusha and ends in Arusha, Tanzania

A transfer from and back to the airport is included

Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost

Travel Requirements

  • All foreign visitors need a passport that is valid for at least six months
  • Passports must have a clean and a full visa page for endorsement.
  • When arriving from a yellow-fever-infected country in Africa or the Americas a yellow fever vaccination certificate is required.
  • Citizens of most countries require a visa. A list of countries that don't need a visa is available.
  • Visas are best obtained in advance through an official online visa-application portal (https://eservices.immigration.go.tz/visa/), but they can also be obtained through your local Tanzania Embassy or High Commission.
  • Visas can also be obtained on arrival but this is a lengthy process that can take one to two hours.

Getting There

Tanzania is a beautiful East African country with neighbours Kenya to the north and Mozambique to the south and the Indian Ocean to the east. It is known for its vibrant culture, wonderful national parks, diverse fauna and flora and of course the great wildebeest migration. If you are planning a safari trip to Tanzania then you should find out all about flights to Tanzania, passport and visa requirements.Tanzania’s main airport is Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR) located 13km/8mi southwest of Dar es Salaam. The latter is the entry point for visitors to the southern parks.Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) is situated 46km/29mi east of Arusha, the gateway of Tanzania’s most popular Northern safari circuit.

This tour starts in Arusha and ends in Arusha, Tanzania

A transfer from and back to the airport is included

Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost

Travel Requirements

  • All foreign visitors need a passport that is valid for at least six months
  • Passports must have a clean and a full visa page for endorsement.
  • When arriving from a yellow-fever-infected country in Africa or the Americas a yellow fever vaccination certificate is required.
  • Citizens of most countries require a visa. A list of countries that don't need a visa is available.
  • Visas are best obtained in advance through an official online visa-application portal (https://eservices.immigration.go.tz/visa/), but they can also be obtained through your local Tanzania Embassy or High Commission.
  • Visas can also be obtained on arrival but this is a lengthy process that can take one to two hours.

Offered By

Kiliclimb Africa safaris

5.0/5 (1 Reviews)
Offices In
Tanzania
Size
51+ employees
Member Of
TATO,AND ATTA
Tour Types
Safaris,Trekking,Beach Holiday,Day Trips ,walking Safaris and Cultural Tours
Destinations
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Kiliclimb Africa Safaris is committed to delivering exceptional travel experiences in Tanzania. We specialize in creating unforgettable journeys, showcasing breathtaking landscapes, incredible wildlife, and the warmth of Tanzanian culture. Our focus is on providing top-quality adventures at fair and transparent prices.

Our mission is to support local communities by generating employment opportunities while promoting sustainable tourism that preserves Tanzania’s natural beauty for generations to come.

We offer carefully curated safari adventures to Tanzania’s most iconic parks, including Lake Manyara National Park, Serengeti National Park, and the Ngorongoro Crater. For adventure seekers, we organize guided treks to Mount Meru and the legendary Mount Kilimanjaro. Our cultural excursions bring you face-to-face with fascinating local tribes such as the Hadzabe (Bushmen), Gidangodigi (Blacksmith), Datoga, Maasai, and Chaga.

At Kiliclimb Africa Safaris, we’re passionate about crafting personalized journeys that will stay with you forever. Your dream Tanzanian adventure starts here.

Reviews

Steven

Comoro flag Comoro December 15, 2025
5.0/5
Best company best Guide best Experience

100% Recommend This Company! They have the best and Passionate Guides and Crew for both Safaris & Mountain Kilimanjaro Climbs in Tanzania !! look ...

100% Recommend This Company! They have the best and Passionate Guides and Crew for both Safaris & Mountain Kilimanjaro Climbs in Tanzania !! look no further! Had the best experience with them ! Thank Janet and your Entire Team at Kiliclimb Africa safaris!