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Kilimanjaro · Machame Route + Serengeti
Machame Climb + Serengeti Safari
Summit the Roof of Africa, then swap your hiking boots for a safari vehicle and witness the Serengeti’s wildlife up close — one seamless trip, one trusted team, start to finish.
Overview
The mountain, then the plains — the best of Tanzania in one trip
This package pairs our classic 7-day Machame Route climb with a 3-day Serengeti safari, connected by a short flight and a rest day in Arusha. You’ll spend the first week working your way through five climate zones to stand on Uhuru Peak, then trade the cold for the warmth of the savannah and the Great Migration’s endless herds.
It’s one itinerary, arranged by one team — no juggling separate agents or awkward gaps between hand-offs. Your mountain guides and your safari guides both work for us, so every transfer, hotel, and permit is already sorted before you land.
The climb itself keeps our full acclimatization-first approach: senior local guides, emergency oxygen, and daily health checks, exactly as on our standalone Machame climb.
Trip at a glance
Duration
11 days / 10 nights
Route
Machame (Whiskey)
Safari park
Serengeti National Park
Max altitude
Uhuru Peak, 5,895m
Difficulty
Moderate (climb only)
Accommodation
Mountain tents, hotel & safari lodge
Best months
Jan–Mar, Jun–Oct
Trip highlights
What you’ll experience
- Sunrise on Uhuru Peak, the highest point in Africa at 5,895m.
- The famous Barranco Wall — a fun, non-technical scramble with huge views.
- Big game drives across the Serengeti in search of lion, elephant, and the Great Migration.
- A well-earned rest in a comfortable safari lodge after the climb.
- One seamless trip — mountain and savannah, arranged by a single trusted team.
Day by day
Your 11-day climb + safari itinerary
Machame Gate to Machame Camp
After your morning briefing and transfer to Machame Gate, you begin climbing through dense, lush rainforest. A steady first day brings you to Machame Camp for your first night under canvas.
Machame Camp to Shira Camp
The forest gives way to open moorland, with the summit coming into view as you cross onto the Shira Plateau.
Shira Camp to Barranco Camp, via Lava Tower
A key acclimatization day: climb high to Lava Tower (4,630m) for lunch, then descend to sleep lower at Barranco Camp.
Barranco Camp to Karanga Camp
The day starts with the iconic Barranco Wall — a fun, non-technical scramble with sweeping views. A short day to Karanga Camp, this extra night is the acclimatization advantage of the 7-day route.
Karanga Camp to Barafu Camp
A steady climb to Barafu, the summit base camp. You arrive early, eat well, and rest through the afternoon — because tonight, you climb.
Summit day: Barafu to Uhuru Peak, then to Mweka Camp
You set off around midnight for Stella Point and on to Uhuru Peak — the Roof of Africa — for sunrise. After your summit photos, you descend to Mweka Camp for a well-earned rest.
Mweka Camp to Mweka Gate, transfer to your hotel
A final descent to Mweka Gate for your summit certificate, then a transfer back to your hotel in Moshi for a hot shower, a proper bed, and a celebration dinner.
Rest day & transfer to Arusha
A full rest day to recover from the climb before transferring to Arusha, the gateway to the northern safari circuit, ready for tomorrow’s flight into the Serengeti.
Fly to the Serengeti & afternoon game drive
A short scenic flight brings you into the Serengeti. Check in to your safari lodge, then head straight out for your first game drive as the plains come alive in the late afternoon light.
Full day in the Serengeti
A full day exploring the Serengeti’s vast plains with your dedicated safari guide, tracking lion, elephant, giraffe, and — depending on the season — the Great Migration itself.
Morning game drive & departure
One final sunrise game drive before flying back to Arusha or Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) for your onward or international flight home.
The details
What’s included & what’s not
Included
- All national park, camping & rescue fees (climb)
- Professional, licensed mountain & safari guides
- Fairly paid cooks & porters
- All meals & drinking water on the mountain
- Quality tents, sleeping mats & equipment
- Hotel nights in Moshi & Arusha (before, between & after)
- 3 nights at a Serengeti safari lodge, full board
- All game drives & Serengeti park entry fees
- Return light-aircraft flight to the Serengeti
- All airport & inter-stage transfers
- Emergency oxygen, oximeter checks & first aid (climb)
Not included
- International flights
- Tanzania entry visa
- Travel insurance (with high-altitude cover)
- Tips for mountain & safari crews
- Personal climbing gear (available to rent)
- Drinks & meals not specified on safari
- Personal expenses & laundry
- Optional upgrades (VIP, Kosovo Camp, Zanzibar extension)
Good to know
Before you book this trip
Fitness
No technical skills needed for the climb, but good general fitness helps. The safari days that follow are relaxed by comparison.
Best time
January to March or June to October suit both the climb and prime Serengeti wildlife viewing; the Great Migration timing varies by season.
Safety & acclimatization
Twice-daily health checks, emergency oxygen, and the extra acclimatization day are built into the climb as standard.
Gear
Bring your own climbing kit or rent quality equipment from us; light, neutral-coloured clothing is best for the safari days.
Questions
Frequently asked
Will I be too tired for the safari after the climb?
The rest day and transfer to Arusha before you fly to the Serengeti give your body time to recover. Safari days themselves are far less physically demanding than the climb — mostly seated game drives.
Do I need separate guides for the climb and safari?
You’ll have a dedicated mountain guide team for the climb and a separate safari guide for the Serengeti, but both are arranged by our single team, so nothing falls between the cracks.
Can I choose a different safari park instead of the Serengeti?
Yes. Ngorongoro Crater or Tarangire can often be substituted or added — let us know your interests and we’ll tailor the safari leg.
Is the price per person?
Yes. The exact figure depends on your group size, dates, and choice of safari lodge — get in touch and we’ll send an honest, all-inclusive quote.
Can I extend the trip with a Zanzibar stay too?
Absolutely. Many travellers add a few days in Zanzibar after the safari — we can arrange the full climb, safari, and beach combination as one seamless trip.
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