14-Day Gorilla Tracking -Mt Kilimanjaro Hiking Safari

• You'll be collected from the airport.
• Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport

Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport in Tanzania, you will meet with the company representative and be transferred to Moshi town at the foot of Mt Kilimanjaro. Awaiting your next day's hiking adventure, you will have a briefing about your hiking safaris for relaxation and an overnight stay.

Main Destination:

Moshi (Town, Tanzania)

Accommodation:

Pink Flamingo Boutique Hotel

• Mid-range hotel in Moshi (Town, Tanzania)

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Meals & Drinks:

• Dinner (Breakfast & lunch not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Mt Kilimanjaro Hike - Lemosho Route – Into the Rainforest

Londorossi Gate to Mti Mkubwa Camp
Your Kilimanjaro experience begins with a private transfer to Londorossi Gate, where formalities are completed before driving to the remote Lemosho trailhead. The walk begins gently, winding through ancient montane rainforest, rich with birdlife and black-and-white colobus monkeys.
As the forest closes around you, the rhythm of the mountain sets in. By afternoon, arrive at Mti Mkubwa (“Big Tree”) Camp, where your crew welcomes you with hot drinks and a freshly prepared dinner. Overnight: Mti Mkubwa Camp
Altitude: 2,650 m.

Main Destination:

Foothills of Mt Kilimanjaro (Tanzania)

Accommodation:

Budget camping

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

From Forest to Moorland

Mti Mkubwa Camp to Shira 1 Camp
The trail climbs steadily out of the forest into open heath and moorland, revealing vast skies and the first sweeping views of Kilimanjaro’s upper slopes. Giant heathers and volcanic terrain replace the dense greenery below.
By late afternoon, reach Shira 1 Camp, set on the dramatic Shira Plateau, a high-altitude volcanic caldera with expansive views and crisp mountain air.
Overnight: Shira 1 Camp. Altitude: 3,610 m.

Main Destination:

Mount Kilimanjaro (Tanzania)

Accommodation:

Budget camping

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Crossing the Shira Plateau

Shira 1 Camp to Shira 2 Camp
Today is a beautifully relaxed day, designed for acclimatization. Traverse the broad Shira Plateau, one of the most scenic sections of the mountain, with uninterrupted views toward Kibo Peak and, on clear days, Mount Meru floating in the distance.
Arrive early at Shira 2 Camp, allowing time for rest or a gentle acclimatization walk as the sun sets over the plateau.
Overnight: Shira 2 Camp. Altitude: 3,850 m.

Main Destination:

Mount Kilimanjaro (Tanzania)

Accommodation:

Budget camping

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Climb High, Sleep Low

Shira 2 Camp to Barranco Camp via Lava Tower
A classic Kilimanjaro day and a highlight of the Lemosho Route. Ascend gradually to Lava Tower (4,630 m), where lunch is served beneath towering volcanic rock formations a vital acclimatization milestone.
From here, descend into the lush Barranco Valley, a stunning natural amphitheater framed by glaciers, cliffs, and giant senecio plants.
Overnight: Barranco Camp. Altitude: 3,960 m.

Main Destination:

Mount Kilimanjaro (Tanzania)

Accommodation:

Budget camping

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

The Barranco Wall

Barranco Camp to Karanga Camp
After breakfast, tackle the iconic Barranco Wall, an exhilarating scramble that rewards you with dramatic views across the southern ice fields. Though steep, it is non-technical and guided with care.
The trail continues through rolling alpine terrain to Karanga Camp, a peaceful valley setting ideal for continued acclimatization before the summit approach.
Overnight: Karanga Camp. Altitude: 4,035 m.

Main Destination:

Mount Kilimanjaro (Tanzania)

Accommodation:

Budget camping

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

To Summit Base Camp

Karanga Camp to Barafu Camp
A short but purposeful ascent leads to Barafu Camp, perched high above the clouds in a stark alpine desert environment. From here, the summit feels tantalizingly close.
The afternoon is dedicated to rest, hydration, and final preparations. A nourishing early dinner is served before retiring for a few hours of sleep ahead of the summit attempt.
Overnight: Barafu Camp. Altitude: 4,640 m.

Main Destination:

Mount Kilimanjaro (Tanzania)

Accommodation:

Budget camping

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Summit Day – Uhuru Peak

Barafu Camp to Uhuru Peak to Mweka Camp
Shortly after midnight, begin the final ascent beneath a canopy of stars. Guided at a steady, deliberate pace, climb toward Stella Point, then continue along the crater rim to Uhuru Peak (5,895 m).
As dawn breaks, stand atop Africa — a moment of quiet triumph, vast horizons, and unforgettable emotion.
After time at the summit, descend carefully to Barafu Camp for rest, then continue down into the greener landscapes of Mweka Camp. Overnight: Mweka Camp. Altitude: 3,080 m.

Main Destination:

Mt Kilimanjaro Summit (Tanzania)

Accommodation:

Budget camping

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Descent and Celebration

Mweka Camp to Mweka Gate
The final walk descends through lush rainforest to Mweka Gate, where you are presented with your official Kilimanjaro summit certificate.
A private transfer returns you to your hotel, where hot showers, fine dining, and a celebratory toast mark the completion of an extraordinary journey.

Main Destination:

Mweka Gate (Mt Kilimanjaro, Tanzania)

Accommodation:

Pink Flamingo Boutique Hotel

• Mid-range hotel in Moshi (Town, Tanzania)

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park

After breakfast, you will be transferred to the Kilimanjaro International Airport for your flight to Entebbe International Airport in Uganda, where you will catch a scenic domestic flight to Bwindi (approx. 1hr 15 min) at 1030.
Upon arrival at Bwindi, you will be transferred to Buhoma, on a 1-hour picturesque drive, to the northern gateway of Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, the home of the Mountain Gorillas. Once you arrive, check into your lodge nestled at the forest edge, with views of mist-covered hills and bird songs in the air. In the afternoon, stretch your legs with a community walk. This immersive experience supports local livelihoods while giving you a rich sense of the culture around Bwindi and the people of Uganda.

Main Destination:

Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Gorillas)

Best Time To Visit June to August and December to February (Gorilla trekking is easiest)

High Season June to September (Gorilla permits are scarce)

Best Weather June to July and December to February (Less rainfall)

Wildlife in Bwindi Impenetrable NP

GorillaCommon

ChimpanzeeRare

ElephantRare

White RhinoNone

Black RhinoNone

LionNone

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GiraffeNone

LeopardNone

CheetahNone

BuffaloNone

ZebraNone

WildebeestNone

HippoNone

Accommodation:

Mahogany Springs Lodge

• Luxury lodge bordering Buhoma (Bwindi Impenetrable NP, Uganda) without fences

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Gorilla Tracking - Bwindi

Wake early for a hearty breakfast before heading to the park headquarters for your gorilla trekking briefing. Equipped with a walking stick and guided by experienced rangers, you’ll set off into the thick forest for gorilla trekking, searching for the awesome gorillas in their natural home. The trek can take anywhere from 2 to 6 hours, depending on the gorillas’ movements, but the moment you come face-to-face with a mountain gorilla family, all effort melts away. Watch them feed, groom, and play just a few meters away, lock eyes with a silverback whose gaze feels deeply human. You have one magical and unforgettable hour in their presence, a once-in-a-lifetime experience. After this awesome Mountain gorilla encounter, trek back to the lodge. The afternoon is free to relax, enjoy a massage, or simply soak in the forest atmosphere from your veranda.

Main Destination:

Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Gorillas)

Accommodation:

Mahogany Springs Lodge

• Luxury lodge bordering Buhoma (Bwindi Impenetrable NP, Uganda) without fences

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Transfer to Queen Elizabeth NP

Depart to Queen Elizabeth National Park through the southern Ishasha sector of the park, renowned for its tree-climbing lions, a rare sight found only here and in Lake Manyara, Tanzania. Keep your eyes on the giant fig trees where prides often laze during the day. Continue on an en route game drive to Mweya sector, with lots of game sightings.
The Kazinga Channel Boat Safari, In the heat of the afternoon, when many animals head to water, you’ll board a 2-hour boat cruise along the Kazinga Channel a natural waterway linking Lake Edward and Lake George one of Uganda’s richest wildlife spectacles; drift past hundreds of hippos, elephant herds drinking at the banks, Nile crocodiles, and a dazzling array of waterbirds including pelicans and kingfishers. Enjoy watching birds as you glide by, with over 600 bird species recorded, including African fish eagles, kingfishers, pelicans, and cormorants. The boat gets remarkably close to the animals, perfect for an up-close game viewing.

Main Destination:

Mweya Peninsula (Queen Elizabeth NP, Uganda)

Best Time To Visit January to February and June to July (Dry seasons)

High Season June to September (Peak time for Uganda)

Best Weather June to July and January to February (Less rainfall)

Wildlife in Queen Elizabeth NP

ChimpanzeeOccasional

ElephantCommon

LionCommon

BuffaloCommon

HippoAbundant

LeopardOccasional

Show more

GiraffeNone

White RhinoNone

Black RhinoNone

CheetahNone

ZebraNone

WildebeestNone

Wild DogNone

Accommodation:

Mweya Safari Lodge

• Luxury lodge located inside Queen Elizabeth NP (Uganda)

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Morning game Drive - Kibale

Rise early for a sunrise game drive in the open savanna of the Kasenyi sector, where predators are most active. With the golden light spreading across the plains, you’ll observe Lions often stalking Uganda kob (antelopes) in the grasslands, Elephants moving in family herds, sometimes with tiny calves, Buffalo herds grazing as birds perch on their backs, if lucky, leopards draped in acacia trees, Warthogs, waterbucks, and hyenas wandering the plains. The Kasenyi plains are also a birder’s paradise; crowned cranes, saddle-billed storks, and raptors circle overhead.
Proceed to Kibale Forest National Park, the primate capital, with a high population of primates and particularly the chimpanzees. Check into the lodge and prepare for a chimpanzee encounter the next day.

Main Destination:

Kibale National Park (Chimps)

Best Time To Visit January to February and June to July (Chimp trekking is easiest)

High Season June to September (Peak time for Uganda)

Best Weather January to February and June to July (Least rain)

Wildlife in Kibale NP

ChimpanzeeCommon

ElephantOccasional

BuffaloOccasional

LionVery Rare

LeopardVery Rare

HippoRare

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GiraffeNone

White RhinoNone

Black RhinoNone

CheetahNone

ZebraNone

WildebeestNone

Accommodation:

Chimpundu Lodge

• Luxury lodge bordering Kibale NP (Chimps, Uganda) without fences

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Chimpanzee Encounter - Departure

Your chimpanzee trekking experience starts with a hearty breakfast, then a briefing by the park officials on the protocol, then chimp behavior, safety, and forest etiquette. You have a ranger assigned to your group who will lead you into the forest for the trek that lasts 2–4 hours, depending on the chimps’ movements. Trails may be muddy, but the forest is enchanting: giant mahoganies, strangler figs, orchids, and butterflies at every turn.
Then you have a chimpanzee encounter. When you finally find them, you’ll spend 1 magical hour observing them. Watch them: Feeding on figs, berries, or forest fruits; Grooming each other, a vital social ritual; Playing in the trees, juveniles swinging like acrobats. Displaying dominance, adult males drumming on buttress roots and calling loudly. Chimps are highly active, often moving between trees and ground, making the experience lively and thrilling.
Then proceed to Entebbe International Airport for departure. End of the Safari.

Main Destination:

No major destination visited

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

• Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
• You'll be dropped off at the airport.