Kilimanjaro Machame And Safari

12 Days Machame Trek And Tanzania Safari Adventure combines a 7-day Machame climb with Tarangire Serengeti Ngorongoro and Lake Manyara wildlife safari

$3200-5600 USD

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12 Days Machame Trek And Tanzania Safari Adventure is a 12-day Tanzania holiday combining seven days of Machame Route trekking on Mount Kilimanjaro with five days of wildlife safari through Tarangire, Serengeti, Ngorongoro, and Lake Manyara, creating one itinerary for mountain and wildlife travel.

PACKAGE BREAKDOWN: 12 Days Machame Trek And Tanzania Safari Adventure

This package combines 7 Days Kilimanjaro Machame Route with 5 Days Tarangire, Serengeti, Ngorongoro, and Lake Manyara Safari. The first part focuses on reaching high-altitude Mount Kilimanjaro through the Machame Route, while the second part changes to northern Tanzania game drives.

The combination is useful for travelers who want to make one Tanzania trip cover two very different activities: mountain hiking and wildlife viewing. After completing the seven-day trek, the safari continues through Tarangire, Serengeti, Ngorongoro, and Lake Manyara.

Plan Your Trip around your preferred travel dates and group size, then request the applicable arrangements and price.

Quick Overview: 12 Days Machame Trek And Tanzania Safari Adventure

Duration: 12 Days / 11 Nights

Price: USD 3,200–5,600 per person

Tour type: Private or group sharing

Kilimanjaro route: Machame Route

Kilimanjaro duration: 7 Days Machame Route

Safari duration: 5 Days Tarangire, Serengeti, Ngorongoro and Lake Manyara

Safari destinations: Tarangire, Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater and Lake Manyara

Starting point: Kilimanjaro Airport, Moshi, Arusha, or Zanzibar

Ending point: Kilimanjaro Airport, Moshi, Arusha, or Zanzibar

Mountain accommodation: Camping

Safari accommodation: Budget camping, tented camp, or luxury tent

Airport: Fly to or from Kilimanjaro International Airport; international flights from your home country are excluded

Airport transfers: Transfers to and from the airport can be arranged

Extra accommodation: Additional nights before or after the tour can be arranged in Moshi or Arusha

Solo travelers: Solo travelers can book; contact for the applicable price

Activities: Mountain hiking and game drives

Guide languages: English, Spanish, German, and Italian

Why Choose 12 Days Machame Trek And Tanzania Safari Adventure?

A seven-day Machame Route itinerary gives travelers a longer mountain program before moving into the safari portion. The route passes through different climatic zones, with camping accommodation supporting the trekking experience.

The safari then introduces a completely different style of travel. Tarangire provides the first wildlife-focused stage, followed by Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater, and Lake Manyara. This means travelers can combine physical activity, changing landscapes, and vehicle-based wildlife viewing without arranging separate Tanzania holidays.

For someone considering both Kilimanjaro and a northern circuit safari, the combined itinerary also provides a clear sequence: mountain first, wildlife afterward.

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Destinations: 12 Days Machame Trek And Tanzania Safari Adventure

Mount Kilimanjaro

Mount Kilimanjaro is the mountain centerpiece of the itinerary. The seven-day trekking section provides the high-altitude portion of the journey before the program changes to wildlife viewing.

Machame Route

The Machame Route is used for the seven-day Kilimanjaro climb. Camping accommodation and progressive movement through different mountain habitats form the main character of this section.

Tarangire National Park

Tarangire begins the wildlife portion after the mountain climb. Its game-drive setting gives travelers an immediate change from high-altitude hiking to vehicle-based wildlife viewing.

Serengeti National Park

Serengeti provides the main open-area game-drive experience in this itinerary, including an overnight stay in Central Serengeti and additional time for wildlife viewing.

Ngorongoro Crater

Ngorongoro adds a crater-based wildlife experience to the northern safari circuit. The planned descent into the crater creates a distinct setting from the Serengeti and Tarangire sections.

Lake Manyara National Park

Lake Manyara is the final wildlife destination before returning to Arusha. It gives the safari another habitat and wildlife-viewing environment to complete the northern circuit.

Package Price: 12 Days Machame Trek And Tanzania Safari Adventure

A 12-day Kilimanjaro Climb Via Machame Route and Safari typically ranges from USD 3,200 to USD 5,600 per person.

The final amount can vary according to the services selected, accommodation level, number of travelers, inclusions, and whether the itinerary is operated privately or as a group-sharing tour.

About this tour

	Tour type	Set-date, set-itinerary, group
	Main focus	None
	Activity level	Strenuous activity
	Best months	January, February, March, April, June, July, August, September, October, November, December
	Countries	Tanzania
	Parks	Kilimanjaro Lake Manyara Ngorongoro Crater Serengeti Tarangire

Fine details

Safari highlights

Bird watching—with professional guide
Photography safari—with professional guide
Hiking | trekking

What’s included?

Accommodation
Airport transfers
All drinks
Meals
Park fees
Private vehicle and driver

What’s not included?

Alcoholic beverages
Tips and gratuities
Visas

Itinerary

Moshi to Machame Camp

Kilimanjaro

Rising(ft): 56,000ft / 1,830m to 10,200ft / 3,100m | Stretch: 11 km | Hiking time: 5-7 hours | Climatic habitat: Rain Forest. Travel from Moshi to Machame Gate and begin hiking through the rainforest toward Machame Camp. The first stage introduces the mountain gradually. Meal plan: Lunch and Dinner.

Machame Camp

Machame Camp to Shira Camp

Kilimanjaro

Rising (ft): 10,200ft / 3,100m to 12,600ft / 3,840m | Stretch: 9 km | Hiking time: 4-6 hours | Climatic habitat: Moorland. Continue upward from Machame Camp toward Shira Camp as the vegetation changes from rainforest into moorland. The route continues gaining elevation while providing changing views across the mountain environment. Meal plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.

Shira Camp

Shira Camp to Barracco Camp

Kilimanjaro

Hiking time: 5-7 hours walking | Rising: 12,600ft / 3,840m to 12,700ft / 3,860m | Stretch: 15 km | Climatic habitat: Semi-desert. The trail covers a longer distance across the semi-desert zone toward Barracco Camp. The landscape becomes increasingly open as the route continues through higher terrain. Walking is maintained at a controlled pace according to the mountain conditions. Meal plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.

Barracco Camp

Barranco Camp to Karanga Camp

Kilimanjaro

Rise (ft): Barranco Camp 3,900m to Karanga Camp 3995m | Stretch: 6 km | Hiking time: 3.5 to 4 hours | Climatic habitat: Moorland. Continue from Barranco toward Karanga Camp through the moorland zone. This shorter hiking stage moves the group closer to the high camps while maintaining the gradual progression of the Machame Route. Meal plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.

Karanga Camp

Karanga Camp to Barafu Camp

Kilimanjaro

Rise (ft): Karanga camp 3995m to Barafu Camp 4,673m | Stretch: 4 km | Hiking time: 3-4 hours | Climatic habitat: Alpine Desert. The route continues from Karanga to Barafu Camp through alpine desert terrain. Although the walking distance is short, the elevation increases considerably. Barafu becomes the final high camp before the summit section. Meal plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.

Barafu Camp

Barafu to Uhuru Peak to Mweka

Kilimanjaro

Rising (ft): 4700m/15,350ft to 5895m/19,343ft Down to 3090m/10,150ft | Stretch: 6 km up / 13 km down | Hiking Time: 5-7 hours up / 5-6 hours down | Climatic habitat: Arctic. This is the summit stage, continuing from Barafu to Uhuru Peak before descending toward Mweka Camp. The day's route includes both the summit ascent and substantial descent. Meal plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.

Mweka Camp

Mweka to Moshi to Arusha

Kilimanjaro

Decend (ft): 3090m/10,150ft to 1680m/5500ft | Stretch: 10 km | Hiking time: 3-4 hours | Climatic habitat: Rain Forest. Descend from Mweka Camp to Machame Gate before continuing to Moshi. After arrival in Moshi, you will be transferred to Arusha for the night stay, preparing for the safari section. Meal plan: Breakfast and Lunch.

Arusha

Arusha to Tarangire National Park

Tarangire

Pickup from Arusha is planned around 7:00 am to 8:00 am, with the exact time confirmed beforehand. The journey takes approximately 2 hours (109 km). During the game drive, you may see elephants, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest and buffalo. Late afternoon, drive to Mto wa Mbu or Karatu for dinner and overnight. Meal plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.

Mto wa Mbu/Karatu

Mto wa Mbu/Karatu to Serengeti

Serengeti

The supplied program refers to Mto wa Mbu/Karatu to Serengeti while also stating pickup from Arusha around 9:00 am to 9:30 am. The exact starting arrangement should therefore be confirmed. Check-in time also determines the next day's Serengeti checkout under park regulations. Overnight is Central Serengeti. Meal plan: Lunch and Dinner.

Central Serengeti

Serengeti to Ngorongoro Rim

Serengeti

Continue with a game drive in Serengeti National Park before driving toward Serengeti Gate for checkout. The checkout time depends on the check-in time. As with Serengeti, your Ngorongoro Conservation Area check-in time determines the applicable checkout arrangement. Overnight accommodation is on the Ngorongoro Rim. Meal plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.

Ngorongoro Rim

Ngorongoro to Mto wa Mbu/Karatu

Ngorongoro Crater

After an early breakfast, descend into Ngorongoro Crater for a game drive. After the crater visit, continue toward Ngorongoro Gate to check out before driving to Mto wa Mbu/Karatu for the overnight stay. The day combines crater wildlife viewing with the onward safari journey. Meal plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.

Mto wa Mbu/Karatu

Lake Manyara to Arusha

Lake Manyara

After breakfast early in the morning, travel to Lake Manyara for a game drive. Wildlife may include elephants, giraffes, zebras, buffalo, wildebeest, hippos, baboons and other monkeys. Late afternoon, begin the drive back to Arusha, with arrival expected around 5:30–6:30 pm. Meal plan: Breakfast and Lunch.

Arusha

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