Kilimanjaro Hiking, Beach and Wellness

10 Days

9 Nights

Safari Overview

Rising majestically above the African plains, Mount Kilimanjaro offers one of the world’s most thrilling trekking adventures. As you ascend through five dramatic ecological zones - from lush rainforest to alpine desert, the landscape shifts with each step, culminating in a surreal, icy summit at Uhuru Peak, 5’895-meters above sea level. No technical climbing needed, just determination and spirit. During the course, you'll experience breathtaking sunrises at day break, starlit skies at nightfall, and the camaraderie of fellow trekkers. Reaching the “Roof of Africa” is a powerful, personal triumph; an adventure that lingers long after the descent. Are you ready to test your limits and walk above the clouds? This is the ultimate trip. Hiking will boost your wellness by reducing stress, improving cardiovascular health, fitness and enhancing mental clarity. Nature’s rhythm restores balance, while physical movement releases endorphins - nourishing both body and mind in every step. Immerse in the revitalizing power of the beach – relax under the warm sunlight, dive in the salty sea waters and enjoy rewards of yoga and spa treats all in this trip.

Tour Highlights

Hiking adventure on Kilimanjaro || Wellness activities -Yoga, Massage, hiking || Snorkeling, Diving in turquoise waters, Sundowners.

You'll Visit

Mount Kilimanjaro || Kendwa beach – Zanzibar

Itinerary Details

Day 1-2: Arrival and Pick-up, Wellness at Hotel

Upon arrival, you’ll be received by our guide/representative at Kilimanjaro Int’l Airport – transfer to the hotel.

During your stay at the hotel, you’ll take part in various wellness activities that will prepare you for the up-coming trek of the highest spot on the African continent. At the hotel you’ll have spa treatment - massage and swimming pool – to improve your muscle strength and flexibility

Overnight: Pink Flamingo Boutique Hotel

Day 3: Transfer to the Start point –Marangu Gate

An early start, have breakfast – transfer to the park gate at Marangu, receive briefing after registration before starting off the adventurous trek of Mount Kilimanjaro. It starts from Marangu at 1’860 meters to Mandara Hut at 2’720 meters and lasts about 4 hours (8-10kms) through elevated zone of tropical rainforest sheltering various species of birds, primates like the Black & White Colobus Monkeys. At the Hut, situated close to the forest edge is where we shall camp for overnight and close to it is the Maundi Crater at 2’775m which you’ll pay a short visit

Overnight: Mandara Hut Camp

Day 4: From Mandara to Horombo Hut (3’700m)

Continue with the hike after breakfast, prepare for a more adventurous trek which may last about 6-7hours, from Mandara to Horombo hut at 3’700 meters. Here you cross from the rain-forest zone of just about 1 hour to Alpine-Moorland zone characterized by varied Heathers, Lobelias and other plant species distinctive to this vegetation zone. This point (Horombo), commands stunning views through the saddle into Mawenzi in the far northeast and Kibo summit in the north.

Overnight: Horombo Hut Camp

Day 5: Trekking to Kibo Hut (4’703m)

Today prepare for a 6–8-hour trek. Have breakfast and continue the trek all way to Kibo hut past view points of the Zebra rocks – at 3’980m and East lava hill on the upper route as well as Middle Red hill near the junction of the lower route and upper route. The two routes (Upper and Lower), offer different experiences to hikers, the Upper route is the oldest, its quite challenging (steeper) but most famous because of its attractiveness, for just a few hours walk, the path descends into the Kibo saddle to the foothills of Mawenzi an area characterized by high altitude desert and then it shortly ascends gradually to the hut at Kibo.

The lower route is a little shorter and more direct to Kibo hut but less famous and it is commonly used for descending. At this point is where we prepare to take on the hike to the summit.

Overnight: Kibo Hut

Day 6: To the Summit- back to Horombo Hut

An early start today, you’ll be hiking to the summit. You’ll wake-up in the night prepare for a long trek of over 10-hours forth and back the summit. Set-off just past mid-night after dressing in your warm clothes and headlamps /flashlights to take on the hike to the summit through this serene arctic zone. The route from Kibo hut to Hans Meyer cave at 5’151 meters is somewhat gentle and indirect, leading past rocky area. Be ready for a tricky loose surface, and continue 4-6 hours ascend across Gilman’s point to Uhuru peak at 5’895meters. The summit is undeniably beautiful and worth it. Prepare for the best Kodak shots at the Roof of Africa and this is a life changing adventure.

Descend to Kibo hut where you’ll break-off for lunch, continue to Horombo hut where you’ll retire for the night.

Overnight: Horombo Hut Camp

Day 7: Descend from Horombo to the gate at Marangu

Today after breakfast, prepare for a steady descend of nearly 6-hours, from Horombo hut to Mandara, here you break-off, later continue through the lush tropical greenery all the way to the gate, transfer back to the hotel for relaxation

Overnight: Pink Flamingo Boutique Hotel

Day 8-9: Zanzibar – Kendwa beach

Departure to Zanzibar aboard a domestic flight. Spend time at Kendwa Beach in Zanzibar, it offers crystal-clear waters, vibrant sunsets, and powdery white sand. You’ll enjoy beach walks, snorkeling, sundowners, lively Full Moon parties, dining by the sea and tranquil swims—making it a perfect blend of relaxation and adventure on the Indian Ocean. The resort offers wellness you’ll soak into – yoga and meditation classes, fitness gym.

Overnight: Zuri Zanzibar

Day 10: Departure

Bid farewell to Tanzania. Today you’ll be transferred to the airport in Zanzibar on time for your Int’l flight back home.

Note:

This program can be adjusted to start from or trek via another trail head/route
Expect between 4-7 hours of walking/hiking every day and overnight camping on.
Trip can be customized to include wildlife experiences

What’s included..