Kilimanjaro via Lemosho and comfort safari

Upon arrival, your guide will meet you at the airport exit and take you to your hotel in Moshi . You will have free time to rest and make final preparations before beginning your ascent of Kilimanjaro , the objective of your trip.

In the afternoon, your guide will hold a detailed briefing , an ideal opportunity to ask any questions you may have. Meals are at your own expense, and you will spend the night at a hotel in Moshi .

You depart for Londorossi Gate , west of the Kilimanjaro massif, where you meet your team of porters . After the entry formalities, you begin the ascent through the high plateaus of Shira .

This first day of walking, approximately 4 hours , takes you through the forests to the Mti Mkubwa (Big Tree) camp, located at 2895m . Once settled in, you have the opportunity to continue your explorations before enjoying a well-deserved dinner .

You continue your trek eastward, across grasslands that stretch to the Shira Plateau , one of the highest plateaus in the world, averaging 3800m in altitude. The ancient Shira volcano reveals spectacular landforms, including the Cathedral and the Needles , striking rock formations.

From the plateau, you can see the impressive glaciers of the Western Breach to the east, including the famous Arrow Glacier , part of the Kibo volcano. Turning around, the magnificent Mount Meru rises to the west, providing a splendid backdrop.

You spend a second night in camp , an opportunity to get to know your team: guides , cooks , and porters , while appreciating their organization and support.

The day begins with an early wake-up call and a hot drink brought to your tent , a comforting habit to help you get into the rhythm of the trek. After breakfast in the mess tent, you set off towards Moir Hut camp .

You gradually gain altitude , with a relatively steep climb where forests give way to heather . You then cross the Afro-alpine desert , characterized by more arid landscapes, heading towards the Shira caldera . Along the way, you pass the iconic Shark's Tooth rock formation.

The secluded and rarely visited Moir Hut campsite offers spectacular views: the Shira Plateau , the Kenyan savannah to the north, the Arrow Glacier , and the higher volcanic cones . You'll camp here for the night, surrounded by this unique panorama.

You're embarking on a long day of hiking , ideal for acclimatizing to the altitude. You'll progress through the high volcanic desert , steadily climbing to Lava Tower , a pass at 4570m . This ridge offers spectacular views of the basalt towers that rise to 4600m .

After a break, you begin the descent towards Barranco through a small gap . This valley, formed by a collapse, is unique on the volcano. It shelters a dense vegetation of giant groundsels , nourished by numerous small waterfalls and protected from the wind. These plants, standing upright like totems, add a striking touch to the landscape.

The descent also offers magnificent views of the Western Breach and the Breach Wall . You end the day at Barranco Camp , at 3950m , a remarkable site perched on a promontory. It is located at the foot of a huge cliff , with a breathtaking view of the savannah below. You spend the night there, immersed in this impressive scenery.

You'll head towards the Karanga Valley , a key stage in your acclimatization . The day begins with the ascent of the famous Barranco Wall . While this climb is impressive, it doesn't present any major technical difficulties. You'll occasionally use your hands for support, with the attentive assistance of your guides .

The next part of the route is a long traverse , alternating between ascents and descents on the southern slopes of Kilimanjaro . To your left, the imposing Kibo glaciers dominate the landscape. Ahead of you, the Mawenzi sub-massif unfolds to the east against the African sky.

You reach Karanga camp in time for a hot lunch . The afternoon is free: you can choose to relax or explore the surrounding area of ​​the southern circuit with your guide. You spend the night at this camp, strategically located for the final ascent.

You steadily ascend the trail leading to Kilimanjaro Base Camp. As you progress, temperatures drop and vegetation becomes sparser. You follow a ridge that leads you to Barafu Camp , located at 4600m .

To the east, the majestic Mawenzi rises, while the Kibo crater , your final destination, dominates the landscape above. You arrive at the campsite relatively early, allowing you time to enjoy a hot lunch and rest.

Emphasis is placed on proper hydration and a suitable diet to build up strength. It is essential to note that at Barafu Camp , water is carried by porters , so it must be used sparingly . In the evening, you go to bed early to be in good shape for the final ascent, which begins in the dark.

Wake-up call at 11pm for breakfast , before departing at midnight for the final ascent . You progress along switchbacks , illuminated by your headlamp , to the Ratzel and Rebman glaciers, which you skirt to reach Stella Point , at 5700m , on the edge of the crater, just at dawn.

Another hour 's walk along a gentle ridge leads you to Uhuru Peak , at 5895m , the highest point of Kilimanjaro and the summit of Africa. You celebrate this achievement before descending in about 3 hours to Barafu Camp , where you enjoy a short rest in your tent .

The day continues with a long descent of 1500m , in about 4 hours , to reach Mweka Camp at 3100m .

If conditions require it, your guide may decide to stop at Millennium Camp (at 3800m) for a better balance of effort. The final decision rests with the guide, depending on the group's progress and flight schedules.

You begin a steady descent on the Mweka trail , with a landscape reminiscent of the maquis shrubland in the background, before reaching the rainforest . Upon exiting the park, you receive your climbing certificate to mark this achievement.

After saying goodbye to your team, an all-terrain vehicle will take you through coffee and banana plantations to Moshi , where you can relax with your climbing partners. The evening is spent at the lodge , with meals at your leisure and a well-deserved rest.

From your lodge , you'll depart for Arusha , where you'll meet your guide and vehicle to begin your safari . The day starts with an immersion in Tarangire National Park , a reserve of nearly 2,600 km² renowned for its rich wildlife and savanna landscapes dotted with majestic baobab trees .

The Tarangire River , which flows through the park, attracts an incredible diversity of animals, including elephants , buffalo , giraffes , and many others, particularly during the dry season . With over 550 bird species , the park is also a paradise for birdwatchers, where rare species such as the kori bustard , one of the heaviest birds in the world capable of flight, can be observed.

After this first safari, you will travel to a lodge located in the hills above Karatu to spend the night.

After an early breakfast , you depart for the Serengeti , the oldest and most iconic of Tanzania's parks. Along the way, you climb the switchbacks leading to the Ngorongoro Crater , offering an impressive view of this crater home to a great diversity of animals: elephants , wildebeest , eland , gazelles , and numerous bird species.

You also pass through Maasai villages, adding a cultural dimension to this journey. In the early afternoon, you reach the vast grassy plains of the Serengeti , a mythical place where wildlife is abundant: lions , leopards , cheetahs , hyenas , as well as birds such as ostriches , birds of prey , and scavengers .

You spend the night in a comfortable tented camp , in the heart of the park, lulled by the sounds of the savannah.

You'll spend the day on safari in the 15,000 km² of protected nature of the Serengeti , a region with diverse ecosystems and incredible wildlife , including nearly 4 million mammals . This park, whose name means " endless plains ," is famous for the Great Migration of wildebeest , where millions of hooves traverse the plains in their annual journey from south to north.

As you observe wildlife , you'll enjoy lunch in the heart of the savanna , surrounded by this unique environment. In the afternoon, you'll cross the southern part of the Serengeti and reach the edge of the famous Ngorongoro Crater , another jewel of Tanzanian wildlife.

At the end of the day, you return to your lodge in Karatu for a well-deserved night's rest.

You set off early towards the Ngorongoro Conservation Area . As you climb the switchbacks to the top of the ancient volcano's ramparts , you admire the panorama before descending into the crater for an unforgettable safari.

This unique site, surrounded by 600m of natural cliffs , is home to a primarily sedentary fauna: large predators , wildebeest , zebras , and many other species coexist in this enclosed space, where only the giraffe is absent due to the terrain. Elephants , however, continue to migrate freely.

You'll enjoy a picnic lunch in the exceptional setting of the crater before heading back in the late afternoon to Moshi , where you'll check into a lodge . Dinner is at your leisure.

Enjoy the final moments of your trip , relaxing and savoring the memories of this unique adventure. A transfer will then take you to the international airport for your return flight. Meals are not included.

This marks the end of your Tanzanian adventure and this magical journey. Arrival in France.