12-Day Kilimanjaro Trekking and Zanzibar Beach Holidays
- Arusha, Tarangire NP, Lake Eyasi, Serengeti NP, Ngorongoro Crater, Lake Manyara NP, & Mto wa MB
Price Start From - $5,202.57 Pp
Tour Overview
The ultimate Tanzania adventure combining the thrill of summiting Africa’s highest peak with the relaxation of pristine Indian Ocean beaches. This perfectly balanced itinerary blends high-altitude trekking on Mount Kilimanjaro with cultural discovery and tropical luxury on Zanzibar.
Day by day highlights
- DAY 1: Arrival In Arusha
- Day 2: Machame Gate (1,800m) – Machame Camp (3,000m)
- Day 3: Machame Camp – Shira Camp (3,840m)
- Day 4: Shira Camp – Lava Tower (4,630m) – Barranco Camp (3,960m)
- Day 5: Barranco Camp – Karanga Camp (4,035m)
- Day 6: Karanga Camp – Barafu Camp (4,640m)
- Day 7: Summit Day – Uhuru Peak (5,895m) – Mweka Camp (3,100m)
- Day 8: Mweka Camp – Arusha
- Day 9: Flight to Zanzibar – Stone Town
- Day 10: Stone Town – Beach Resort
- Day 11: Zanzibar Leisure & Marine Activities
- Day 12: Departure
Day By Day -detailed Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival in Tanzania – Arusha
A safari guide from our office will pick you up at Kilimanjaro International Airport or Arusha Airport and transfer you to your hotel in Arusha for relaxation and your overnight stay. You’ll spend the evening preparing for your adventure the next day.
Accommodations Options
- Mvuli Hotel Arusha
- Level: Mid-range Lodge
- Destination: Arusha
Day 2: Machame Gate (1,800m) – Machame Camp (3,000m)
Transfer to Kilimanjaro National Park and begin your trek via the scenic Machame Route. Hike through a lush rainforest filled with giant ferns and colobus monkeys
- Destination: Kilimanjaro National Park
- Hiking Time: 5–7 hours
- Habitat: Rainforest
- Machame Camp
- Meals: All meals included
- Drinks: Drinking water
Day 3: Machame Camp – Shira Camp (3,840m)
Ascend through moorland terrain with incredible views of Mount Meru and the Shira Plateau.
- Destination: Kilimanjaro National Park
- Hiking Time: 4–6 hours
- Habitat: Moorland
- Overnight: Shira Camp
- Meals: All meals included
- Drinks: Drinking water
Day 4: Shira Camp – Lava Tower (4,630m) – Barranco Camp (3,960m)
Acclimatization day. Climb to Lava Tower before descending to Barranco Camp to enhance altitude adaptation.
- Destination: Kilimanjaro National Park
- Hiking Time: 6–8 hours
- Habitat: Alpine Desert
- Overnight: Barranco Camp
- Meals: All meals included
- Drinks: Drinking water
Day 5: Barranco Camp – Karanga Camp (4,035m)
Climb the famous Barranco Wall, then continue through valleys and ridges to Karanga Camp.
- Destination: Kilimanjaro National Park
- Hiking Time: 4–5 hours
- Habitat: Alpine Desert
- Overnight: Karanga Camp
- Meals: All meals included
- Drinks: Drinking water
Day 6: Karanga Camp – Barafu Camp (4,640m)
Short but steep hike to base camp. Rest, early dinner, and prepare for summit attempt.
- Destination: Kilimanjaro National Park
- Hiking Time: 3–4 hours
- Habitat: Alpine Desert
- Overnight: Barafu Camp
- Meals: All meals included
- Drinks: Drinking water
Day 7: Summit Day – Uhuru Peak (5,895m) – Mweka Camp (3,100m)
Midnight departure to reach Uhuru Peak, the highest point in Africa, at sunrise. Celebrate your achievement before descending to Mweka Camp.
- Destination: Kilimanjaro National Park
- Hiking Time: 3–4 hours
- Habitat: Alpine Desert
- Overnight: Barafu Camp
- Meals: All meals included
- Drinks: Drinking water
Day 8: Mweka Camp – Arusha
Descend through the rainforest to Mweka Gate. Receive summit certificates and transfer back to Arusha for a hot shower and celebration dinner.
- Destination: Arusha town
- Hiking Time: 3–4 hours
- Overnight: Arusha Planet Lodge
- Meals: All meals included
- Drinks: Drinking water
Day 9: Flight to Zanzibar – Stone Town
Morning transfer to Arusha Airport for flight to Zanzibar. Upon arrival, transfer to historic Stone Town, the cultural heart of the island.
Enjoy a guided walking tour through narrow alleys, visiting the Old Slave Market, House of Wonders, Sultan’s Palace, and vibrant local markets. Discover Swahili, Arab, Persian, and European influences that shaped the island.
Accommodations Options
- Overnight: Stone Town Hotel
- Meals: Breakfast
Day 10: Stone Town – Beach Resort
After breakfast, transfer to Zanzibar’s east or north coast beaches. The scenery transforms into palm-lined shores with powdery white sand and crystal-clear waters.
Spend the afternoon swimming, sunbathing, or simply relaxing after your mountain accomplishment.
Accommodations Options
- Overnight: Beach Resort
- Meals: Breakfast
Day 11: Zanzibar Leisure & Water Activities
Full day at leisure to enjoy resort facilities or explore coral reefs and sandbanks.
Optional:
Mnemba Island snorkeling
Jozani Forest tour
Deep sea fishing
Accommodations Options
- Overnight: Beach Resort
- Meals: Breakfast
DAY 12: DEPARTURE TRANSFER
After breakfast, transfer to Zanzibar Airport for your international departure.
Accommodations Options
- NO ACCOMMODATION
- Accommodation is not included for the final day, but it can be arranged upon the client's request. Additional charges will apply.
What the Price Include
- Park fees (For non-residents)
- All activities (Unless labelled as optional)
- Meals as per itinerary.
- Drinking water while on safari
- All accommodation (Unless listed as an upgrade)
- All transportation
- All Taxes/VAT
- Roundtrip airport transfer
What the Price Exclude
- International flights.
- Government imposed increase of Taxes and or Park Fees.
- Any activities not mentioned in the itinerary.
- Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
- Tips (tipping guideline US$10.00 pp per day)
- Personal items (souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees )
Price per person
2 PAX
3 PAX
4 pax
5 pax
6 pax
5,202.57 USD*
7,018.53 USD*
8,253.28 USD*
9,962.25 USD*
11,268.32 USD*
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