Upon arrival, you will meet office driver on time at Kilimanjaro Airport who will welcome you and take you to the waiting vehicle then transfer you to the hotel in Arusha. That evening your mountain guide will meet you for a briefing on the next day morning hike and checking for your trekking gears and ensure that you will have all the necessary equipment needed during climbing Mount Kilimanjaro.
Bed & Breakfast
Kerama silent Lodge
Day 2
Distance:
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Climbing from Nalemuru Gate 1,990 meter to First Camp 2,625 meter.
After breakfast at your hotel then checking your Kilimanjaro before transfer to Marangu gate with packed lunch. After completing the necessary registration formalities at Marangu gate, we transfer by our vehicle to Rongai Gate. The climb begins from the attractive wooden village of Nale Moru (1,950m) on a small path the winds through fields of maize and potatoes before entering the forest. The track then starts to climb consistently, but gentle, through attractive forest that shelters a variety a variety of wildlife, including the beautiful Kilimanjaro colobus monkeys. These monkeys are black with long capes of white hair and flowing white tail. The forest begins to thin out and the first camp is at the edge of the moorland zone (2,600m), with extensive views the Kenya plains of Tsavo and Amboseli. Dinner and overnight at First Camp.
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First Camp
Day 3
Distance:
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Climbing from First Camp 2,625 meter to Kikelewa Camp 3,630 meter.
Today’s hike going through the heather and moorland zones and the outlook of Mawenzi and the vast Kenyan steppes are nothing short of grand. You will get lunch at the Second Cave (3,450 meters above the sea level) and after a short break, you will go over the undulating terrain to Kikelewa Camp. This camp boasts of breathtaking views and after a strenuous day’s hike, you can relax and take in its peaceful atmosphere.
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Kikelewa Camp
Day 4
Distance:
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Climbing from Kikelewa Camp 3,630 meter to Mawenzi Turn Hut 4,310 meter
The typical landscape vegetation will soon disappear and the scenery will become more barren with the occasional rock formations. During the good weather, you can appreciate the breath-taking views of the Kibo and Mawenzi summits as well as Kenya’s savannah grasslands. After crossing a few more rock formations, you will be reaching the Mawenzi Hut. For many mountain hikers, it is the most atmospheric camp on Mount Kilimanjaro.
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Mawenzi Tarn Hut
Day 5
Distance:
TBA
Climbing from Mawenzi Tarn Hut 4,310 meter to Kibo Hut 4,700 meter.
On a relatively simple trail, today’s leg will bring you over the Kibo Saddle. The absence of vegetation is one of the characteristics of the landscape here as only a few types of grass and other plant species can get along in this dry area and thin air. Just before today’s destination is reached, one last rock passage has to be conquered. Finally, you will reach the School Hut, where you can calm and mentally prepare yourself for tomorrow’s summit final
Full Board
Kibo Hut
Day 6
Distance:
TBA
Climbing from Kibo Hut 4,700 meter to Uhuru Peak 5,895 meter to Horombo Hut 3,720 meter
The trek starts at around midnight after a 5 to 7-hour walk on frozen volcanic ash, you will make it to Gillman’s Point 5,715 mitres on the crater’s edge. The sunrise will warm you while you climb for another 1 to 2 hours until you arrive at Uhuru Peak and finally stand on “Africa’s highest mountain”. The descent on the now thawed lava ash runs almost along the same route and you will arrive at the Kibo hut in the late morning. A hot lunch will be served and after a well-getting break, the descent continues to the Horombo H
Full Board
Horombo Hut
Day 7
Distance:
TBA
Descent from Horombo Hut 3,720 meter to Marangu Gate 1,860 meter to Arusha
After breakfast, you will be trekking for approximately 5 hours, you will have dominated the easy descent and you will return to the Marangu Gate during the early afternoon. You will wait for your guide to sign for your certificate and give it to you, The transfer will take your arranged Hotel for a long shower and calm day by the po
Breakfast
Kerama Silent lodge
Day 8
Distance:
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Departure from Arusha to Kilimanjaro Airport
After your morning breakfast, you will be transferred on time to Kilimanjaro Airport or you can extend your trip to Tanzania by adding a Tanzania safari and Zanzibar holida
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Our journeys are thoughtfully designed to deliver premium experiences while maintaining strong value for money.
INCLUDES
Accommodation in hotel Arusha
Transfers to/from Kilimanjaro airport (JRO) on a private vehicle
Transfers to/from the mountain trail heads
Kilimanjaro Park entrance fees, camping fees, rescue fees
Services of trained professional English-speaking Mountain guides, cooks and porters
All food for the duration of the climb, top quality food specially considered for maximum nutrition
Complimentary fruits and juice while hiking
Portage of 1 bag (maximum 15 kgs) per person
Safety equipment e.g., Oxygen cylinder
Oximeter for checking blood levels of clients daily
Camping equipment including mountain Hardware tents, mess tent, chairs etc.
Services of hot water bottle
Excludes
Tip for Mountain Crews
Passport and Visa
International Flight
Personal Items
Alcohol beverage
Laundry
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