Overview

$1,500

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Overview:

Your Kilimanjaro adventure begins with a pickup from your hotel in Arusha. After meeting your guide, you’ll be driven to Marangu Gate, where the trek officially starts. From the gate, you will hike through lush rainforest to Mandara Hut, your first overnight stop. The trail through the rainforest introduces you to Kilimanjaro’s diverse flora and fauna, setting a scenic stage for your climb.

Activities:

  • Pickup: Meet your guide at your hotel in Arusha.
  • Transfer: Drive to Marangu Gate.
  • Hiking: Start your trek from Marangu Gate to Mandara Hut.

Hiking Details:

  • Distance: 11 km
  • Duration: Approximately 4-5 hours
  • Altitude Gain: From 1,800 m to 2,700 m

Highlights:

  • Rainforest Trek: Walk through dense rainforest, which is home to various plant species and wildlife such as colobus monkeys and vibrant birdlife.
  • Initial Acclimatization: The gradual ascent allows your body to start adjusting to higher altitudes.

Accommodation: Mandara Hut

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Drinks: Drinking water will be provided. Hydration is important throughout the trek.

Overview:

Continue your trek from Mandara Hut to Horombo Hut. The trail transitions from rainforest to the moorland zone, with increasingly dramatic views of the mountain landscape. This stage is important for acclimatization and offers an opportunity to adjust to the higher altitude while enjoying the unique vegetation and panoramic vistas.

Hiking Details:

  • Distance: 10 km
  • Duration: 5- 6 hours
  • Altitude Gain: From 2,700 m to 3,700 m

Highlights:

  • Moorland Zone: Experience the change in vegetation and the appearance of giant groundsels and other alpine plants.
  • Acclimatization: Optional afternoon hike to “Zebra Rocks” to assist with acclimatization.

Accommodation: Horombo Hut

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Drinks: Drinking water will be provided.

Overview:

Ascend from Horombo Hut to Kibo Hut, which is located at the base of the summit. The landscape changes to an alpine desert environment, characterized by rugged and barren terrain. This stage helps with acclimatization and prepares you for the final summit push.

Hiking Details:

  • Distance: 10 km
  • Duration: 6-7 hours
  • Altitude Gain: From 3,700 m to 4,700 m

Highlights:

  • Alpine Desert: Observe the stark, rocky terrain and expansive views as you climb higher.
  • Preparation: Use the evening to rest and prepare for the summit attempt.

Accommodation: Kibo Hut

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Drinks: Drinking water will be provided.

Overview:

Start your summit attempt early in the morning, climbing through the night to reach Uhuru Peak, the highest point on Kilimanjaro. The ascent is challenging but offers incredible rewards with breathtaking views from the summit. After reaching the peak, descend back to Horombo Hut for rest and recuperation.

Hiking Details:

  • Kibo Hut to Uhuru Peak:
    • Distance: 6 km
    • Duration: Approximately 6-8 hours (Ascent)
    • Altitude Gain: From 4,700 m to 5,895 m
  • Uhuru Peak to Horombo Hut:
    • Distance: 18 km
    • Duration: Approximately 6-8 hours (Descent)

Highlights:

  • Summit: Achieve the pinnacle at Uhuru Peak and enjoy stunning sunrise views from the highest point in Africa.
  • Descent: Return to Horombo Hut, reflecting on your achievement and preparing for the final descent.

Accommodation: Horombo Hut

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Drinks: Drinking water will be provided.

Overview:

Descend from Horombo Hut to Marangu Gate, completing your Kilimanjaro trek. The final descent takes you back through the rainforest, allowing you to appreciate the lush environment one last time. At the gate, you will receive your trek certificate and be transferred back to your hotel in Arusha.

Hiking Details:

  • Distance: 20 km
  • Duration: Approximately 6-7 hours
  • Altitude Loss: From 3,700 m to 1,800 m

Highlights:

  • Final Descent: Enjoy the vibrant rainforest and reflect on your trek.
  • Celebration: Receive your summit certificate and celebrate your successful climb.

Accommodation: Return to your hotel in Arusha or transfer to the airport for departure.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Drinks: Drinking water will be provided.

Evening: Enjoy a final dinner in Arusha, recounting the highlights of your trek.

Includes

  • All transport by private vehicle to and from the mountain
  • Accommodation as detailed on the
    Camping equipment (mattress, sleeping bag and tent)
  • Services of a private mountain guide, cook and adequate porters to carry both trip provisions and client’s private bags.
  • National Park entrance, accommodation and camping
  • All food and catering equipment – breakfasts, lunches (packed when necessary) and evening meals prepared by our own Special dietary requirements are catered for with prior arrangements at no extra cost.
  • Certificate of Achievement /appreciation form
  • Free storage of excess baggage not required on the mountain
  • Crisis management apparatus – VHF 2-way radio/mobile phone, basic first aid kit and an on call

Excludes

  • International flights
    (From/to home)
  • Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
  • Tips
    (Tipping guideline US$10.00 pp per day)
  • Personal items
    (Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
  • Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees

Optional Activities

  • Balloon Safari price
  • Maasai Village visit
  • Night Game Drive
  • Ngorongoro creater Rim Walk
  • Visit the olduvai Gorge and museum

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