Mount Kilimanjaro, at 5,895 metres, is the highest mountain on the African continent. This snow-covered summit soars high above the plains of East Africa, and on this departure, you’ll have the chance to join Leanne, your Australian host from BTA, for the climb. She’ll be right there with you at basecamp and on summit night, sharing in what is genuinely one of the most rewarding moments a traveller can experience.

BTA has never had a trekker fail to summit due to poor acclimatisation. Over many years we’ve travelled every route to the top, and Lemosho remains our choice: it approaches from the west through rainforest, moorland and alpine desert before the final push across the summit’s snow-covered dome, and it’s one of the less crowded routes, giving you more space on the trail alongside Leanne and your fellow trekkers. It’s a long way to travel from Australia, so BTA allows nine days rather than the standard eight, with an extra acclimatisation day built in for the best chance of success.

Once you’re back down from the mountain, Leanne will also join you for the seven-day wildlife safari that follows. You’ll fly by small aircraft from Arusha to the Serengeti, then spend six nights in hotels and lodges as you head out for game viewing across the Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater and Tarangire National Parks. It’s a fitting way to unwind after the climb, trading altitude for open plains and some of Africa’s most iconic wildlife.

Leanne, Director of Back Track Adventures, has ticked off all seven continents and is eager for her next adventure.

She knows firsthand that the most rewarding experiences often come from stepping outside your comfort zone, and climbing Mount Kilimanjaro has been on her bucket list for years. Now, it's finally time to tick it off.

Ready to take on the Roof of Africa, Leanne would love for you to join her on this incredible journey and share in the challenge, camaraderie, and unforgettable sense of accomplishment that awaits at the summit.

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Meet in Moshi, the commencement point for both the Mt Meru and Mt Kilimanjaro ascents. This pleasant town to the south of Kilimanjaro is an ideal place to spend time before and after your trek. There's an abundance of cafes, restaurants, bars and comfortable accommodation. You'll find numerous shops to purchase souvenirs and there's also a couple of places hiring and selling trekking equipment. In Moshi, we stay at the comfortable, Kilimanjaro Wonders Hotel.

Kilimanjaro, at 5896m, is the highest peak in Africa and one of the highest volcanoes on earth. There is no need for ropes or technical equipment to reach the summit. This imposing mountain is revered by the local Chagga people and our chosen route on Kili is the Lemosho/ Mweka trail. This is the most scenic trail and passes through Kili's complete range of landscape and vegetation types. It is also quieter than the usual tourist trail. The Lemosho route is normally done over 7 nights. We are doing it over 8 nights to allow for extra acclimatisation.

Drive to Londorossi Gate (21 00m) and commence trekking through a lush forested zone to our first camp at Mti Mkubwa.

The trail ascends through the forest and emerges onto a zone of heathland scrub, tall grass and moss covered volcanic rock. After crossing a number of streams the trail meets Shira Ridge and our first view of Kilimanjaro. Camp at Shira 1.

Today we ascend gradually across the moorland of Shira Plateau.

Time permitting, we can divert off the trail to visit spectacular viewpoints. Our destination is Moir Hut, 30 minutes off the trail and one of the least used campsites on Kilimanjaro. This is our base for two nights.

As part of our acclimatisation, we spend a second night at Moir Hut. This also gives us the opportunity for exploration of the nearby Lent Hills (4700m). Trekking up to this high altitude and returning to sleep at a lower altitude will greatly enhance our acclimatisation

A long trek to Barranco. After leaving camp we rejoin the main trail. We stop for lunch at the spectacular rock outcrop of Lava Tower (4600m). This camp lies in a sheltered area below the spectacular cliffs of the Breach Wall. The Breach Wall, the dome of Uhuru and the edge of the Heim Glacier dominate the head of the valley. Overnight at Barranco Camp.

Today is an integral part of our acclimatisation program. By only moving camp a little higher we greatly increase our chances of a successful summit bid. Here is our last water point.

In the morning trek to Barafu. Huge glaciers and cliffs can be seen which mark this part of the mountain. Overnight Barafu Camp.

At midnight, the trek begins up to the final steep, scree section to reach Stella Point. Walk steadily up the ridge and around the crater to reach Uhuru peak at 5895m. From the summit the trek descends to overnight at Mweka Hut.

Covering the last section of the mountain, the trek continues down through the forests to the gate where our vehicle will be waiting to transport you back to Moshi. Overnight in Moshi at the Kilimanjaro Wonders Hotel.

You will be transferred to Kilimanjaro International Airport for your flight departure. OR ... if you are joining our Wildlife Safari, today will be a rest day in Moshi. There is plenty to see and do in Moshi. Souvenir shopping is superb.

Transfer to Arusha Airport and fly to the Serengeti National Park. Meet with your driver guide at Seronera Air Strip then spend the full day game driving in Serengeti National Park. At 14,763sq kms the Serengeti is the largest of all the parks in Tanzania, famous for both its migratory and resident animal population.

We spend two days exploring the vast grassy plains, rocky outcrops and sparsely wooded river valleys of this incomparable park where lion, cheetah, leopard, wildebeest, zebra, giraffe, gazelle, elephant, and Cape Buffalo can be seen. In general, you search for the animals in the early morning and late afternoon, while you follow the animal's example and rest during the heat of the day. Stay overnight at Serengeti Heritage Camp.

Full day game driving in the Serengeti. Stay overnight at Serengeti Heritage Camp.

Morning game drive in the Serengeti or an optional balloon flight which includes a champagne breakfast (*this must be pre-booked well in advance and is at your own expense). Contact the Back Track office for details).

In the afternoon drive to Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Stay overnight at Ngorongoro Rhino Lodge overlooking the Crater. From the crater rim there are magnificent views down into the caldera.

Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for a game drive. This 100 square mile natural amphitheatre is host to an astonishing array of wildlife. You may be lucky enough to see rhino, elephant large herds of zebra and wildebeest.

There is excellent game viewing with 30,000 resident animals and the photographic opportunities are unrivalled. This is one of the best places to see the endangered Black Rhino. A picnic lunch will be taken in the crater. Afternoon exit the crater and drive to Tarangire National Park. Stay overnight at Tarangire Simba Lodge.

Game drive in Tarangire. Tarangire is the sixth largest national park and covers an area of approximately 2,850 sq kms. Tarangire is famous for its huge number of elephants, baobab trees and tree climbing African pythons.

Depart from Tarangire after lunch and drive back to Moshi. Stay overnight at Kilimanjaro Wonders Hotel.

You will be transferred to Kilimanjaro International Airport.