Short & sweet
2-Day Tarangire & Ngorongoro Crater Safari
Elephants and baobabs in Tarangire, then a day on the floor of the Ngorongoro Crater — the classic short safari.
Pick up where you left off
Migration Venture Africa
Safari and mountain specialists from Moshi, at the foot of Kilimanjaro.
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Professional guides
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Local expertise
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Tailored customisation
Choose your adventure
Four ways to see Tanzania
Marangu RouteHuts, not tents
5 days
The shortest climb and the lowest price — sleeping in huts.
US$1,700
Marangu RouteHuts, not tents
6 days
Huts with beds, a gentle path and an extra acclimatisation night.
US$1,850
Machame RouteMost popular
6 days
Great views, the Lava Tower and the Barranco Wall.
US$1,950
Lemosho Route
6 days
The beautiful western route for strong hikers short of time.
US$2,000
Lemosho RouteMost scenic
7 days
Rainforest, Shira Plateau and the southern circuit — superb all round.
US$2,350
Lemosho RouteBest success rate
8 days
Our top pick: beautiful and unhurried, with the best acclimatisation on Lemosho.
US$2,700
Northern Circuit RouteQuietest route
8 days
The quietest trails, around the wild north side.
US$2,700
Northern Circuit RouteBest success rate
9 days
The most time to acclimatise and the best summit chance.
US$3,050
Rongai Route
6 days
Quiet, gentle and the driest side of the mountain.
US$2,000
Rongai Route
7 days
Rongai at an easier pace — good for the rainy months.
US$2,350
Umbwe RouteSteep and quiet
6 days
Steep, wild and quiet — for very strong, experienced hikers.
US$1,950
Shira Route
6 days
Start high on the open Shira Plateau — good after Mount Meru.
US$2,000
Kilimanjaro & Meru · 6 days
Machame Route 6 Days
Machame gives the best balance of scenery, challenge and acclimatisation. It is the route we recommend most often to fit, first-time climbers.
- Five climate zones, from rainforest to glacier
- "Climb high, sleep low" at the Lava Tower
- The Great Barranco Wall scramble
- Sunrise summit from Barafu Camp
FromUS$1,950per person
Tanzania safaris · 4 days
4-Day Tarangire, Serengeti & Ngorongoro Safari
Four days, three iconic parks and a night under canvas in the Serengeti — at a price that makes a first safari easy to say yes to.
- Tarangire's elephants and baobabs
- A night at Serengeti Wild Camp
- Olduvai Gorge on the way
- The Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO site
FromUS$1,450per person
Huts, not tents
Marangu Route 5 Days
The classic "Coca-Cola" route and the only one with sleeping huts — the shortest, lowest-priced way to Uhuru Peak.
Climb & beach
10 Days Kilimanjaro Machame & Zanzibar Beach
Climb to Uhuru Peak on the Machame route, then fly to the white sands of Zanzibar to recover.
3-Day Fly-in Ngorongoro Safari from Zanzibar
Leave the beach for three days of Tarangire, the Ngorongoro Crater and Lake Manyara — by plane, not by road.
Guest favourite
Materuni Waterfall & Coffee Farm Tour
A rainforest walk to a waterfall pool, then coffee from bean to cup with a Chagga family.
Ride around the mountain
Kilimanjaro 360° Bike Tour
Cycle all the way around Africa's highest mountain — farms, plains, Maasai villages and a crater lake.
2-Day Lake Manyara & Ngorongoro Crater Safari
Tree-climbing lions and flamingos at Lake Manyara, then the Big Five in the Ngorongoro Crater.
Huts, not tents
Marangu Route 6 Days
The hut route with an extra night at Horombo to acclimatise — the comfortable way to give yourself a better summit chance.
Bush & beach
10 Days Tanzania Safari & Zanzibar Beach
Six days of private safari through four parks, then three days on Zanzibar's beaches and in Stone Town.
Fly-in
4-Day Fly-in Serengeti Classic from Zanzibar
Skip the seven-hour drive: fly from Zanzibar straight into the Serengeti, then the Ngorongoro Crater.
Chemka Hot Springs (Maji Moto) Day Trip
Clear, warm spring water under palm trees — the perfect rest after a climb or a safari.
Cycle to Uhuru Peak: Kilimanjaro by Mountain Bike
Ride a mountain bike to the roof of Africa — and enjoy a descent of almost 5,000 m. For experienced cyclists.
3-Day Tarangire, Ngorongoro & Lake Manyara Safari
Three parks in three days: Tarangire's elephants, the Ngorongoro Crater and the lake and lions of Manyara.
Most popular
Machame Route 6 Days
The "Whiskey route": rainforest, the Lava Tower, the famous Barranco Wall and a sunrise summit — in six days.
Climb & safari
10 Days Kilimanjaro Machame & Northern Safari
Africa's highest summit and its greatest wildlife: the Machame route, then the Serengeti, the crater and Tarangire.
6-Day Great Migration Safari from Zanzibar
From the beach to the Mara River: Tarangire, the northern Serengeti crossings and the crater, back to Zanzibar.
Serval Wildlife Sanctuary Day Trip
Close encounters with giraffes, eland and other animals — by day, or overnight in a sanctuary villa.
Kilimanjaro to Karatu Cycling Adventure
Five days in the saddle from Kilimanjaro to the edge of the Ngorongoro, through Maasai land and wildlife corridors.
3-Day Tarangire, Serengeti & Ngorongoro Safari
The big three in three days: Tarangire, a night in the central Serengeti and a morning in the Ngorongoro Crater.
Lemosho Route 6 Days
The beautiful western route in its shortest form — for strong, fit hikers with little time.
Once in a lifetime
10-Day Wild Tanzania: Culture, Big Five & Gombe Chimpanzees
Waterfalls and coffee, the Big Five, the Hadzabe and Datoga — and chimpanzee trekking on Lake Tanganyika.
Ngorongoro Crater Day Trip
The Big Five in a day: one long, unforgettable game drive on the floor of the Ngorongoro Crater.
Great value
4-Day Tarangire, Serengeti & Ngorongoro Safari
Our favourite first safari: Tarangire, two days in the Serengeti with a tented-camp night, and the Ngorongoro Crater.
Most scenic
Lemosho Route 7 Days
Rainforest, the Shira Plateau and the southern circuit, with an extra night at Karanga — a superb all-round climb.
4-Day Lake Manyara, Serengeti & Ngorongoro Safari
Lake Manyara, a tented-camp night in the Serengeti and the Ngorongoro Crater, with comfortable lodges.
Best success rate
Lemosho Route 8 Days
The route we recommend most: eight unhurried days on the beautiful western side, with the best acclimatisation.
4-Day Manyara, Serengeti & Ngorongoro Camping Safari
The same great circuit at a lower price, with campsite or simple hotel nights and a tented camp in the Serengeti.
Quietest route
Northern Circuit Route 8 Days
The longest, quietest way around Africa's highest mountain, with views over Kenya and a high summit success rate.
Group climbs
Summit under a full moon
Join one of our group climbs on Lemosho, Machame or Marangu. Every date is timed so that summit night falls on the full moon.
- Guaranteed to run, whatever the group size
- A lower price than a private climb
- Travelling solo? Meet climbers from around the world
16Dec
16–25 Dec 2026
Lemosho Route
8 days · Moderate
Guaranteed departureSeats available
US$2,200per person
17Dec
17–25 Dec 2026
Lemosho Route
7 days · Moderate
Guaranteed departureSeats available
US$2,100per person
17Dec
17–25 Dec 2026
Machame Group Climb
7 days · Moderate
Guaranteed departureSeats available
US$1,800per person
18Dec
18–25 Dec 2026
Marangu Route
6 days · Moderate
Guaranteed departureSeats available
US$1,650per person
15Jan
15–24 Jan 2027
Lemosho Route
8 days · Moderate
Guaranteed departureSeats available
US$2,200per person
The Great Migration
Where are the herds this month?
Tap a month to see where the herds usually are.
Most popular
Machame Route 6 Days
The "Whiskey route": rainforest, the Lava Tower, the famous Barranco Wall and a sunrise summit — in six days.
Lemosho Route 6 Days
The beautiful western route in its shortest form — for strong, fit hikers with little time.
Most scenic
Lemosho Route 7 Days
Rainforest, the Shira Plateau and the southern circuit, with an extra night at Karanga — a superb all-round climb.
Best success rate
Lemosho Route 8 Days
The route we recommend most: eight unhurried days on the beautiful western side, with the best acclimatisation.
Quietest route
Northern Circuit Route 8 Days
The longest, quietest way around Africa's highest mountain, with views over Kenya and a high summit success rate.
Best success rate
Northern Circuit Route 9 Days
Nine days around the whole mountain — the most time to acclimatise and the best chance of reaching the top.
Rongai Route 6 Days
The quiet northern approach — drier in the rains, gentle underfoot and with wild views towards Kenya.
Rongai Route 7 Days
Rongai at an easier pace: an extra night on the way up for better acclimatisation on the quiet north side.
Group climb
Machame Group Climb 7 Days
Share the Machame route with climbers from around the world — a fixed group date and a lower price.
Great value
4-Day Tarangire, Serengeti & Ngorongoro Safari
Our favourite first safari: Tarangire, two days in the Serengeti with a tented-camp night, and the Ngorongoro Crater.
Bucket list
8-Day Serengeti Great Migration Special
Follow the herds to the Mara River: three days in the far north for the crossings, plus Tarangire and the crater.
7-Day Great Migration Fly-in Safari
Fly straight into the Serengeti to follow the migration, then drive back through the crater, Manyara and Tarangire.
5-Day Ndutu Calving Season Safari
Thousands of newborn calves on the short-grass plains of Ndutu — and the big cats that follow them.
5-Day Serengeti Migration River Safari
A short, focused migration safari: the Mara River country of the north, Seronera and the crater.
Climb & beach
10 Days Kilimanjaro Machame & Zanzibar Beach
Climb to Uhuru Peak on the Machame route, then fly to the white sands of Zanzibar to recover.
Bush & beach
10 Days Tanzania Safari & Zanzibar Beach
Six days of private safari through four parks, then three days on Zanzibar's beaches and in Stone Town.
Climb & safari
10 Days Kilimanjaro Machame & Northern Safari
Africa's highest summit and its greatest wildlife: the Machame route, then the Serengeti, the crater and Tarangire.
Once in a lifetime
10-Day Wild Tanzania: Culture, Big Five & Gombe Chimpanzees
Waterfalls and coffee, the Big Five, the Hadzabe and Datoga — and chimpanzee trekking on Lake Tanganyika.
Honeymoon
10-Day Honeymoon Luxury Safari & Zanzibar Beach
A honeymoon suite on the crater rim, luxury tented camps in the Serengeti and a beachfront finish on Zanzibar.
Guest favourite
Materuni Waterfall & Coffee Farm Tour
A rainforest walk to a waterfall pool, then coffee from bean to cup with a Chagga family.
Chemka Hot Springs (Maji Moto) Day Trip
Clear, warm spring water under palm trees — the perfect rest after a climb or a safari.
Serval Wildlife Sanctuary Day Trip
Close encounters with giraffes, eland and other animals — by day, or overnight in a sanctuary villa.
Ngorongoro Crater Day Trip
The Big Five in a day: one long, unforgettable game drive on the floor of the Ngorongoro Crater.
Mkomazi National Park & Black Rhino Day Trip
A quiet park of baobabs and big skies, with a visit to the Black Rhino Sanctuary.
Tarangire National Park Day Trip
A full day among the baobabs and the great elephant herds of the Tarangire River.
Walk with a ranger
Arusha National Park Day Trip
Walk with a ranger, look into Mount Meru's crater and see flamingos on the Momela Lakes.
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“The safari of a lifetime!”
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“Amazing experience with great guide”
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“Wonderful Tanzania”
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“Meraviglioso safari”
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Which Kilimanjaro route is right for you?
Marangu, Machame, Lemosho, Rongai, the Northern Circuit, Umbwe or Shira? An honest comparison from our team in Moshi.
Why travel with us
Looked after, every step
Safety first
Two hotel nights included
Private 4x4 with pop-up roof
Responsible travel
Group climbs that always run
Honest prices
12Kilimanjaro climbs on 7 routes
80Ready-made trips to choose from
4.9/5Rating on SafariBookings
252Reviews on Tripadvisor
The man behind the impact
Amos Lufumbilo
The driving force shaping the success and spirit of Migration Venture Africa.
Giving back
Travel that leaves something good
Teach, build, coach or care — volunteer with local projects during your stay in Tanzania.
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Questions
Good to know
Do I need climbing experience for Kilimanjaro?
No. Kilimanjaro is a long, high walk, not a rope climb. You need to be fit and healthy and to walk slowly ("pole pole"). About a month of preparation helps a lot: stairs, cardio, hill walks and a little upper-body training. Being mentally ready matters just as much.
Which Kilimanjaro route should I choose?
For most people we suggest Lemosho (7 or 8 days) or Machame. Choose Marangu if you want to sleep in huts, Rongai for a quiet climb in the rainy months, the Northern Circuit for the most time to acclimatise, and Umbwe only if you are a very strong, experienced hiker. Not sure? Try our route finder.
When is the best time to climb?
The driest months — January to mid-March and June to October — are the best. You can climb all year, but April, May and November bring rain.
Who are your mountain guides?
Our guides hold KINAPA licences and are trained as Wilderness First Responders. They carry emergency oxygen and a medical kit and can call for help by satellite phone. Every crew member is paid fair wages as approved by KINAPA and KIATO.
