Itinerary Highlights
- Test your endurance by climbing to the summit of Kilimanjaro
- Be accompanied by experienced, knowledgeable guides
- Relax on the pristine beaches of the exotic spice island of Zanzibar
What's Included
- Flights
- Accommodation Throughout
- Travel Guide
- Transfers
14 nights from £5,650 per person
Helen Kennedy
Travel Specialist
Embark on a captivating journey to the summit of snow-capped Kilimanjaro and spend time relaxing on the enchanting beaches of Zanzibar with the one you love most on this honeymoon adventure.
Firstly, you’ll take on the mighty Kilimanjaro in Tanzania. One of the world’s most iconic peaks, Kilimanjaro makes for an unforgettable challenge. And, not only is it special rising to the top yourself, but doing it together with your partner is a bucket list experience you’ll always remember.
After conquering this imposing beast, take some time to unwind in Zanzibar. During the rest of your honeymoon, you’ll chill at a relaxed beach lodge and visit the splendid 'spice capital', Stone Town. From the House of Wonders to the Palace Museum and everything else, there’s much to discover.
Please note, this is an example tour. To create your own tailor-made itinerary, speak with our Travel Specialists by calling us today.
Itinerary
Day 1 | Fly UK to Kilimanjaro, Tanzania
Depart from London on your overnight flight to Kilimanjaro Airport via Nairobi.
Day 2 | Kilimanjaro
On arrival, you’ll be met and transferred to Kilimanjaro Mountain Resort - situated close to Kilimanjaro National Park - for a one-night stay, with breakfast and dinner included.
Day 3 | Kilimanjaro Climb - Rongai Route
Enjoy an early morning breakfast and transfer to the Rongai Route. A gentle start to the climb begins from Nale Moru, on a winding path through fields of maize and potatoes to a pine forest. Then the track starts climbing through a forest which shelters wildlife like the black and white Kilimanjaro colobus monkey. Reach your camp, Rongai One, as the forest thins out. Enjoy the extensive views over the Kenyan plains. Today’s walk is between three and four hours long.
Day 4 | Kilimanjaro Climb - Rongai Route
Today starts with a steady ascent up to the ‘Second Cave’, which has spectacular views of Kibo and the eastern ice fields on the crater rim. Leave the main trail after a delicious lunch and cross the moorland on a smaller path towards the jagged peaks of Mawenzi. The day ends at Kikelewa campsite, which is in a sheltered valley with giant senecios (genus of the daisy family) near Kikelewa Caves. Today’s walk is between six and seven hours long.
Staying at
Kilimanjaro Rongai Route
Day 5 | Kilimanjaro Climb - Rongai Route
A short, steep climb is rewarded by a magnificent 360° view and tangible sense of true wilderness. Enter the more desolate section of the climb, reaching the next camp at Mawenzi Tarn, which is situated in a cirque directly beneath the spires of Mawenzi. To aid your acclimatisation today, the afternoon will be spent at leisure to take up some rest or perhaps explore the surrounding area. Today’s walk is between three and four hours long.
Staying at
Kilimanjaro Rongai Route
Day 6 | Kilimanjaro Climb - Rongai Route
Cross the lunar-like desert of the ‘Saddle’, between Mawenzi and Kibo, to reach Kibo Campsite at the bottom of the Kibo crater wall. Looking out around you at the spectacular landscapes is a great way to inspire yourself for the final leg of your adventure. The rest of the afternoon is spent in camp preparing for tomorrow’s ascent, so be sure to get in a very early night to conserve your energy for what’s to come. Today’s walk is between five and six hours long.
Staying at
Kilimanjaro Rongai Route
Day 7 | Kilimanjaro Climb - Rongai Route
At 1:00am, start your final and most demanding part of the climb by torchlight. Tread carefully in the dark on a trail through loose volcanic scree to reach the crater rim at Gillman’s Point, where you’ll rest to enjoy the sunrise over Mawenzi. If you’re more energetic, you can opt to make the three-hour round trip to Uhuru Peak, passing close to the glaciers and ice cliffs. Then descend to Kibo and reach Horombo Camp. Today’s walk is between 11 and 15 hours long.
Staying at
Kilimanjaro Rongai Route
Day 8 | Kilimanjaro
After conquering the ascent of Kilimanjaro, make one final steady descent down through moorland to Mandara Hut, the first stop on the Marangu Route (also known as the ‘Coca-Cola Route’). Then continue to descend through a lovely and lush forest on a good path onwards to the National Park gate at Marangu. Today’s walk is between five and six hours long. Enjoy a one-night stay at Kilimanjaro Mountain Resort, with breakfast and dinner included.
Staying at
Kilimanjaro Rongai Route
Day 9 - 13 | Zanzibar Beach
To celebrate your incredible accomplishment together, it’s time to enjoy the rest of your honeymoon relaxing in Zanzibar. Embark on a road transfer to Arusha for your light aircraft flight to Zanzibar Airport. After touching down, take another road transfer to the north of the island for a five-night stay at Pongwe Beach Hotel in a Beachfront Room, with breakfast and dinner included. You also have time to explore Stone Town, the country’s splendid 'spice capital'.
Day 14 | Flight Home
Transfer by road to Stone Town, where you’ll take your flight home via Nairobi.
Helen Kennedy
Travel Specialist
Pricing Information & Dates
14 nights from £5,650 per person
Helen Kennedy
Travel Specialist
Price Includes
- Return International Flights as per the itinerary
- All airport taxes and security charges
- Accommodation and meals as specified
- Transfers as specified
- Activities and excursions as specified
- All entrace fees on sightseeing tours as specified
International flights, airport taxes, all internal transfers, 5 nights/6 days on the mountain, 1 night accommodation either side of the climb, Kilimanjaro Park fees, all meals as indicated, camping equipment, guides and porters. 5 nights on Zanzibar Island as indicated.
Price Excludes
- Travel Insurance
- Any meals not specified in the itinerary
- Tips and gratuities
- Optional excursions
Visa fee, additional entrance fees, personal clothing and equipment, gratuities, comprehensive travel insurance, drinks, laundry, purchases of personal nature, telephone calls, additional activities and medical precautions.
Pricing Notes
Please ask for Kit lists as we can provide information/advice on this. Luggage restriction of 15 kilograms per person in soft bags only
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