Right after your Breakfast, our guide-driver will collect you from your hotel to visit the various  cultural sites in Kampala such as the Cultural Market, Kasubi tombs in which the kings and royals of the Buganda kingdom are buried, Nagalabi – the Buganda kingdom coronation site, Bahai temple, the Kabaka’s lake and the Palace of the Buganda king, Nakasero Green Market and Uganda Museum, in addition to many other fascinating sites, where you will learn about the true history of uganda, its kingdoms and its rich varied culture. Later In the evening, head to the Ndere Cultural center where you will enjoy lots of entertainment including traditional cultural dances. 

Accommodation: Forest Resort

Meals: Breakfast

Depart for Jinja Tour.
Early breakfast and head to the Uganda martyrs Shrines in Namugongo where horribly the martyrs were murdered. From here you will leave for Jinja, visit Sezibwa falls to see a cultural site related to the Buganda Kingdom. On arrival at Jinja, you will explore the White Nile which is 7 times the volume of the great Zambezi and yet the longest river in the whole of Africa. Visit the impressive Bujagali falls and have an opportunity to see the dazzling white water of the River Nile squeezing its way through the rocks. In addition you will see the true source of the River Nile, the exact point where this river starts its long journey across the African continent. Drive back to Kampala later in the day.  

Accommodation:

Meals: Breakfast

 
After breakfast, drive to Fort Portal and along the way visit the Nakayima tree found in Mubende, and there you will be told fascinating tales about the history of this impressive tree. Continue to Fort Portal where you will dine and spend the night.

Accommodation:

Meals: Breakfast

Today visit the “Amabeere ga Nyina Mwiru” (translated as Breasts of Nyinamwiru), which is a cultural site and there you’ll learn about history of this wonderful site, visit the Karambi tombs and the King’s palace, and later in the day go for a community walk to the neighboring villages. Dine and slumber at your hotel.

 
After an early breakfast, set out chimpanzee tracking within Kibale national park, and afterwards drive to Queen Elizabeth national park arriving in the afternoon for a launch cruise on the Kazinga Channel. This boat ride will reward you with sights of elephants, hippos, buffalos and crocodiles plus numerous water birds. Dine and slumber at Mweya safari Lodge.     

Accommodation: Mweya Safari lodge

Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner.

 
Today, you will have an early morning game drive to see lions, hyenas, elephants, leopards, bush bucks and water hogs plus many more. Later in the day drive to Mbarara, where you will dine and slumber at 

Accommodation: Lake View Hotel

Meals: Breakfast, lunch, Dinner

 
After an early breakfast you will visit some cultural sites within Mbarara like the Banyankole Kingdom shrines, visit some Banyankole homesteads to further learn about their fascinating culture, lifestyle and their general practices, and then visit orphanage homes plus women groups. Following lunch, drive back to the capital stopping by the Equator to stand in 2 hemispheres at the same time and take some photographs, and also stop at the Mpambire drum village for by some crafts as souvenirs. On arrival in Kampala you will be transferred to the airport or taken to your hotel for dinner and the overnight basing on your travel arrangements. This will be the end of our 7 Days cultural experience in Uganda.

Accommodation: Forest Resort

Meals: BreaKfast, lunch, dinner

Rise and shine! After enjoying a hearty breakfast, it's time to pack your bags and embark on your next adventure in Tanzania. Get ready to spread your wings and fly as your flight is scheduled for the afternoon. Tanzania awaits with open arms to show you the beauty of its landscapes and the warmth of its people. Safe travels and enjoy every moment of this unforgettable journey!

DAY 1: Londorossi Gate to Mti Mkubwa

Elevation:  7,742ft - 9,498ft

Distance: 4 miles

Hiking time: 3-4 hrs

Habitat: Rain forest

We depart Arusha for Londorossi Gate, roughly a 4-hour drive, where you will complete the entry formalities. We will then drive to the Lemosho trailhead and upon arrival, we will begin the hike through undisturbed forest which winds its way to the first campsite. Keep your eyes peeled for the blue monkeys swinging through the trees!

Accommodation: Four season tent

Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner.

Elevation:  9,498ft - 11,500ft

Distance: 5 miles

Hiking time: 4-5 hrs

Habitat: Heath

We continue on the trail leading out of the rainforest and into a savannah of tall grasses, heather, and volcanic rock draped with lichen beards. As we ascend through the lush rolling hills and cross several streams, we reach the Shira Ridge before dropping gently down to Shira 1 Camp. Here we catch our first glimpse of Kibo across the plateau.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Accommodation: Four-season expedition tents - Mountain hardware.

Elevation: 11,500ft - 13,800ft

Distance: 7 miles

Hiking time: 5-7 hrs

Habitat: Heath

Today, we will spend the full day exploring the Shira Plateau, one of the highest plateaus on earth. It is a gentle walk east on moorland meadows towards Shira 2 Camp. We then divert from the main trail to Moir Hut, a lesser-used camping site at the base of the Lent Hills. A variety of walks are available on Lent Hills making this an excellent acclimatization opportunity.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Accommodation: Four-season expedition tents - Mountain hardware.

Elevation: 13,800ft - 15,190ft

Distance:  4 miles

Hiking time: 4-5 hrs

Habitat: Alpine desert

Lava Tower to Barranco Camp

Elevation: 15,190ft - 13,044ft

Distance: 2 miles

Hiking time: 2-3 hrs

Habitat: Alpine desert

We begin the day climbing up a ridge and then head southeast towards the Lava Tower – a 300 ft tall volcanic rock formation. We descend down to Barranco Camp through the strange but beautiful Senecio Forest to an altitude of 13,000 ft. Although you begin and end the day at the same elevation, the time spent at higher altitude is extremely beneficial for acclimatization.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Accommodation: Four-season expedition tents - Mountain hardware.

Yoga: At 7: 45am Lead by (Nikki Dean) - 20-30-minute activity

Elevation: 13,044ft - 3,106ft

Distance:  3 miles

Hiking time: 4-5 hrs

Habitat: Alpine desert

We begin the day by descending into a ravine to the base of the Great Barranco Wall. We will then climb the non-technical but steep, nearly 900ft, cliff. The Barranco Wall, also known as the Kissing Wall, is approximately 3 ft. wide. This narrow section is famous because climbers often place a kiss on the rock as they pass by. Climbers also “hug” the outcrop and breathe a sigh of relief on the other side as they realize it wasn’t nearly as intimidating as it looked.

From the top of the Barranco Wall, we cross a series of hills and valleys until we descend sharply into Karanga Valley. One more steep climb up leads us to Karanga Camp. This shorter day will prepare us for higher elevation at the summit.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Accommodation: Four season expedition tents - Mountain hardware.

Elevation:  3,106ft - 15,331ft

Distance: 2 miles

Hiking time: 3-4 hrs

Habitat: Alpine desert

We leave Karanga and hit the junction which connects with the Mweka Trail. We continue up the rocky section to Barafu Hut. At this point, you have completed the Southern Circuit, which offers views of the summit from many different angles. Here we make camp, rest, and enjoy an early dinner to prepare for the summit day. The two peaks of Mawenzi and Kibo are visible from this position.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Accommodation: Four season expedition tents - Mountain hardware.

Elevation:  15,331ft - 19,341ft

Distance:  3 miles

Hiking time: 7-8 hrs

Habitat: Arctic

Uhuru Peak to Mweka Camp

Elevation:  19,341ft - 10,065ft

Distance: 7 miles

Hiking time: 4-6 hrs

Habitat: Rain forest

Very early in the morning (around midnight), we begin our push to the summit. This is the most mentally and physically challenging part of the trek. At this elevation and time of day, the wind and cold can be extreme. We ascend in the darkness for several hours while taking frequent but short breaks. Near Stella Point (18,900ft), you will be rewarded with the most magnificent sunrise you are ever likely to see coming over Mawenzi Peak.

Finally, we arrive at Uhuru Peak— the highest point on Mount Kilimanjaro and the continent of Africa. Here, you can take a moment to reflect on your tremendous accomplishment. You’ll obviously have the opportunity to take a few pictures from the ‘Rooftop of Africa’ to memorialize this special moment.

From the summit, we now make our descent continuing straight down to the Mweka Hut campsite, stopping at Barafu for lunch. The trail is very rocky and can be quite hard on the knees; trekking poles are helpful. Mweka Camp is situated in the upper forest and mist or rain can be expected in the late afternoon. Later in the evening, we will enjoy our last dinner on the mountain and a well-earned sleep.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Accommodation: Four season expedition tents - Mountain hardware.

Elevation:  10,065ft - 5,380ft

Distance:  6 miles

Hiking time: 3-4 hrs

Habitat: Rain forest

On our last day, we continue the descent to Mweka Gate where we will be met by our driver who will transport us back to the hotel in Moshi/Arusha for shower. Here, we can relax with some refreshments, perhaps a local Kilimanjaro beer, while we wait to receive our summit certificates. At lower elevations, it can be wet and muddy. From the gate, we continue another hour to Mweka Village. A vehicle will meet us at Mweka Village to drive us back to the hotel in the hotel for a long overdue hot shower.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Accommodation: Four season expedition tents - Mountain hardware.

 RESTING AND LAUNDY DAY - YOU CAN FLY HOME THIS AFTERNOON / EVENING