If you are looking for such a superior experience that leaves a lasting memory of great adventure then consider taking part in our special 10 Days Maasai Mara & Kilimanjaro Hiking Safari. Enjoy a combination of big 5 game encounter, the great migration at the Masai Mara National Reserve and then challenge yourself as you conquer Africa’s highest summits at the Kilimanjaro Volcano (5895m).
Mara & Kilimanjaro Hiking Safari Highlights
- Day 1: Set off to Masai Mara Reserve
- Day 2: Take a full day in Masai Mara
- Day 3: Fly to Amboseli and Transfer to Kilimanjaro by road
- Day 4: Depart Lemosho gate for Big tree camp (2780m)
- Day 5: Shira Camp (3900m)
- Day 6: To Lava tower & Barranco camp (3960m)
- Day 7: To Karanga camp
- Day 8: To Barafu
- Day 9: To Uhuru to Mweka camp
- Day 10: Mweka Camp descend to Mweka gate & depart for Arusha.
Detailed Itinerary
Day 1: Set off to Masai Mara Reserve
Today, you will be picked up at the lodge or hotel and drive via the rift valley area to tour the Masai Mara National Reserve in Narok County, Nairobi. Between Nairobi and Masai Mara, it will take you about 6 to 7 hours to drive.
Depart from your camp for late afternoon guided game drive which lets you look out for different animals as they roam freely in the savanna plains of Masai Mara. The important species to keep your eyes on today include cheetahs, buffaloes, zebras, lions, giraffes, warthogs, elands, gazelles, rhinos, and birds.
Day 2: Take a full day in Masai Mara
Start your exciting day with a delicious breakfast and expect to explore Masai Mara on two phases -morning and afternoon game drive. The 1510sq.km Maasai Mara Reserve is amazingly endowed and higher chances you will encounter all your favorite wildlife. These include zebras, elephants, rhinos, lions, buffaloes and have great time to observe the great migration- a special experience that is enjoyed best around June to September and for birding experience, from December to February. You will have a pack of lunch and lots of refreshments in the wilderness. The afternoon session allows you add on your list animal species that you didn’t spot.
Day 3: Fly to Amboseli and Transfer to Kilimanjaro by road
First, you will have breakfast and set off to Amboseli by air. Get at Amboseli airstrip early and you will be transferred to Mt. Kilimanjaro where the actual hiking adventure the next day.
Day 4: Depart Lemosho gate for Big tree camp (2780m)
Depart from your lodge early for Big tree camp found at 2780m. Arrive and find already set tents for your relaxation.
Day 5: Shira Camp (3900m)
Set off from the big tree camp to Shira camp 2 located at 3900m. Navigate via the area dominated by trees as you head to the Shira plateau. Below, there will be some scenic mountains and plains. Cross the Shira ridge and make a stopover at the Shira camp 1 for lunch break. Later, make it to the final 250 meter elevation via the surreal senecio plants. Have a relaxed moment at the camp and later, retire for the night.
Day 6: To Lava tower & Barranco camp (3960m)
Set off from 3900m to Lava tower 4640m and after, you will connect to Barranco camp. It will be a long day excursion and comes with acclimatization, especially as you navigate to 4600m. From here, start descending and later, take lava tower hut route till you get at Barranco. You will have a relaxed stay at Barranco camp.
Day 7: To Karanga camp
Begin your adventure from Barranco wall and head off to Karanga camp. At Karanga camp, lunch will be enjoyed and after, continue through the mountain ridge into the Karanga valley. Enjoy amazing views of the Southern glacier of Kibo plus its summits.
Day 8: To Barafu
Embark on a short trek via desolate & rocky moon-like landscape. Your target will be to conquer the Barafu campsite along the ridge where you will have complete view of Mawenzi peak. At Barafu camp, you will spend the better day chilling and admiring the scenic surrounding.
Day 9: To Uhuru to Mweka camp
You will take half day hike via the frozen volcanic dust to Stella Point along the Crater rim. As the sun rises, head off to the Uhuru peak the main area of interest and begin descending to Mweka camp.
Day 10: Mweka Camp descend to Mweka gate & depart for Arusha
A delicious breakfast and after, you will continue descending to Mweka gate. You will spend 3 hours descending via the lush forest cover and once you get to Mweka gate, find the driver who will be transferring you to Arusha.
End of safari