10 Days Kilimanjaro & Zanzibar Islands
Book 10 Days Kilimanjaro trekking & Zanzibar Island adventure to relax on the beaches of Indian ocean after Kilimanjaro Mountaineering expedition on a classic Tanzania Safari tailored by Kilimanjaro Trekking.
10 Days Kilimanjaro & Zanzibar Islands
10 Days Mount Kilimanjaro & Zanzibar Safari
10 Days Mount Kilimanjaro & Zanzibar Safari starts at Kilimanjaro International Airport to Kilimanjaro then Zanzibar Island for beach relaxation and adventures. This 10 Days Kilimanjaro and Zanzibar Tour is ideal for travelers looking for Wildlife Safaris in Tanzania. Hiking Adventures as well as beach relaxation in Zanzibar.
Detailed Itinerary of the 10 Days Mount Kilimanjaro & Zanzibar Safari
Day 1: Arrival in Kilimanjaro (JRO) – Transfer to Moshi
On arrival at the Kilimanjaro International Airport, you shall be welcomed by a driver guide who takes you through a meet and greet session then transfers you to check-in lodge/ hotel for Dinner and Overnight. Backyard Moshi Eco.
Day 2: Hotel to Machame Camp
Drive from Moshi to Machame Gate takes about 45 minutes. The journey passes through the village of Machame which is located on the lower slopes of the mountain.
We depart the park gate and walk through the rain forest on a winding trail up a ridge. At lower elevations the trail can be muddy and slippery. Gaiters and trekking poles are a good idea here. We continue a short distance until we reach the Machame Camp.
Day 3: Machame Camp to Shira Camp
After breakfast we leave the glades of the rain forest and continue on an ascending path, crossing the valley along a steep rocky ridge. The route now turns west onto a river gorge until we arrive at the Shira campsite.
Day 4: Shira Camp to Lava Tower to Barranco Camp
From the Shira Plateau we continue to the east up a ridge, passing the junction towards the peak of Kibo. As we continue, our direction changes to the South East towards the Lava Tower, called the “Shark’s Tooth” (elev 4650m/15,250ft). Shortly after the tower we come to the second junction which goes to the Arrow Glacier. We now continue down to the Barranco Camp. Although you end the day around the same elevation as when you began, this day is very important for acclimatization and will help your body prepare for summit day.
Day 5: Barranco Camp to Karanga Camp
After breakfast, we leave Barranco and continue on a steep ridge up the Barranco Wall to the Karanga Valley and the junction which connects with the Mweka Trail.
Day 6: Karanga Camp to Barafu Camp
We continue up to the Barafu Camp. You have completed the South Circuit, which offers views of the summit from many different angles. Here we make camp, rest, enjoy dinner, and prepare for the summit day.
Day 7: Barafu Camp to Summit to Mweka Camp
Very early in the morning (midnight to 2 am), we continue our way to the summit between the Rebmann and Ratzel glaciers. You head in a northwesterly direction and ascend through heavy scree towards Stella Point on the crater rim. This is the most mentally and physically challenging portion of the trek. At Stella Point you will stop for a short rest and will be rewarded with the most magnificent sunrise you are ever likely to see. Faster hikers may view the sunrise from the summit.
From Stella Point, you may encounter snow all the way on your 1-hour ascent to the summit. Once at Uhuru Peak you have reached the highest point on Mount Kilimanjaro and the continent of Africa!
From the summit we begin our descent by continuing straight down to the Mweka Camp, stopping at Barafu for lunch. You may want gaiters and trekking poles for the loose gravel going down. We arrive at Mweka Camp and enjoy our last evening on the mountain.
Day 8: Mweka Camp to Mweka Gate – Fly to Zanzibar
After breakfast, continue on descent down to the Mweka Park Gate for a period of 3 to 4 hours with your summit certificates. You shall transfer to the lower elevations through wet and muddy terrain using gaiters and trekking poles. You shall then leave here to go to the Kilimanjaro Airport for your flight to Zanzibar. This takes you a period of 1.5 hours. Reaching Zanzibar, check-in lodge/ hotel for Dinner and Overnight. Beach resort in Zanzibar
Day 8: Zanzibar (Stone Town & Spice Tour)
Breakfast in the morning then leave hotel to go enjoy a historical walking tour around the spice plantations. While around stone town, get to know more about the heritage buildings, cultures and customs then break off for lunch. After lunch, continue to explore the spice farms where you learn about the aromatic exports. After the exploration, return back to your hotel for relaxation, Dinner and Overnight. Beach resort in Zanzibar
Day 9: Zanzibar (Beach Day or Water Activities)
Morning breakfast then continue to enjoy relaxation at the beach as well as engage in various water activities. These include; snorkeling, scuba diving, dhow cruise etc. You shall enjoy views of the crystal-clear waters, coral reefs, and soft sand beaches. After your adventures, you shall return back to hotel for Dinner and Overnight. Beach Resort in Zanzibar.
Day 10: Departure
Morning breakfast then with your luggage embark on departure to Zanzibar Airport (ZNZ) to board your flight back home.
This Package Includes
- Tent
- Proper bed
- Full board accommodation before and after the climb in Moshi town
- Park fees
- Camp fees
- Zanzibar Tour
- Rescue fees
- Transportation to & and from the mountain gate
- Professional Mountain guides, cooks, and porters
- 3 meals daily while on the mountain
- Filtered water throughout the trek
- Wages for the mountain crew
- Portable flush toilet with a toilet tent
- Pick up and drop off at Kilimanjaro International Airport
- All meals
This package excludes
- Flights
- Medical insurance
- Visas
- Tips to mountain crew
- Laundry Services
- Alcoholic drinks