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- Marvel at the mighty\u00a0Mount Kilimanjaro from the lush tropical surrounds of Marangu, as you prepare to ascend the incredible mountain with the help of an experienced climber.<\/li>\n
- Hike with expert\u00a0guides and porters. You’ll be in great hands \u2013 with one guide for every two passengers \u2013 so all you\u00a0will have to worry about is soaking up the scenery and keeping your footing!<\/li>\n
- Mount Kilimanjaro\u2019s changing scenery \u2013 magnificent rainforests and high-alpine deserts to ice fields and vast glaciers \u2013 is all on display as you tackle the trails to the roof of Africa.<\/li>\n
- Catch a\u00a0breathtaking African sunrise from Stella Point on your way to summit Africa’s highest mountain peak \u2013 unquestionably a rewarding experience after an early wake-up call!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Is this trip right for you?<\/b><\/strong><\/h2>\n
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- \u00a0<\/b><\/strong>You need a good\u00a0level of fitness for\u00a0this tour. Although\u00a0the distances covered are not far, the effects of altitude will make it much harder than the usual uphill hike.<\/li>\n
- The hike\u00a0will be slow\u00a0to allow your body to adjust to the altitude. The speed of the\u00a0trekking may be much slower than you are use too. But, we have found that this slow speed allows your body\u2019s reserve levels to remain higher plus also allows for your body to adjust to the altitude as you walk.<\/li>\n
- You need tried and tested\u00a0all-purpose hiking equipment. The temperatures at night can get very cold above 3500\u00a0meters\u00a0so warm clothing and sleeping bag is essential. Hiring of equipment\u00a0or a sleeping bag is also possible.<\/li>\n
- Your safety comes first. All our guides and trek leaders have been trained and are proficient in first aid. They also carry oxygen cylinders on all treks for emergency use.<\/li>\n
- Prepare for\u00a0dusty and dirty conditions. It can be very difficult \u00a0going hiking for continuous days without a shower. A dust mask, wet wipes and face washer may become your best friends.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
9-Day Kilimanjaro Climbing Tour Itinerary<\/b><\/strong><\/h2>\n
Day 1: Moshi<\/b><\/strong><\/h3>\n
Jambo! Welcome to Tanzania. Your 9-day Kilimanjaro climbing tour begins in the foothills of Mount Kilimanjaro in Moshi. The hotel is a short walk from the bustling market of the village and some excellent coffee shops. Please ensure that you are at the hotel by early evening, as your adventure starts with a full briefing and kit inspection by an experienced Mount Kilimanjaro climber. After the meeting, fuel up on delightful dinner and get a good night\u2019s sleep ready to start your Kilimanjaro climb tomorrow.<\/p>\n
Accommodation: <\/b><\/strong>Hotel (1 night)<\/p>\n
Meals:<\/b><\/strong>\u00a0Dinner<\/p>\n
Included activities<\/b><\/strong><\/p>\n
Mount Kilimanjaro – Trek Briefing<\/p>\n
Mount Kilimanjaro – Complimentary equipment hire (sleeping bag and walking poles) – must be requested at time of booking<\/p>\n
Day 2: Machame Camp<\/b><\/strong><\/h3>\n
After a good breakfast, meet your guides and porters and take the chance to organise your gear. After that, set off on a one-hour road transfer to the Machame Gate \u2013 the south western entrance to the Mount Kilimanjaro National Park. En route, \u00a0stop into one of the clothes lending offices of Kilimanjaro Porters Assistance Projects and learn how their program is assisting porters. Begin your trek around lunch time, starting with a pleasant stroll through the rainforest, where many species of colourful birds can be spotted. Set up your camp at Machame in the mid-afternoon ready for your first night on Mount Kilimanjaro. The huts fell into disrepair some years ago, so with the assistance of the porters you will set up tents for the night. Enjoy an evening meal prepared by the porters and savour the first night of sleeping outdoors.<\/p>\n
Accommodation: <\/b><\/strong>Camping (with basic facilities) (1 night)<\/p>\n
Meals: <\/b><\/strong>Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner<\/p>\n
Included activities<\/b><\/strong><\/p>\n
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- Fully catered trek including National Park entrance fees, climbing fee, tented camps & rescue services (7 days)<\/li>\n
- Mount Kilimanjaro – Porterage of 1 bag (9kg\/20lb max)<\/li>\n
- Mount Kilimanjaro – Return transfers from hotel to park gate<\/li>\n
- Mount Kilimanjaro – Emergency oxygen and comprehensive first aid kits<\/li>\n
- Moshi – Kilimanjaro Porters Assistance Project<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Special information: <\/b><\/strong>From Moshi to Machame Huts, ascend to 3000 metres (9800 feet) and walk for 15 kilometres (approximately 6\u20138 hours).<\/p>\n
Day 3: Shira Camp<\/b><\/strong><\/h3>\n
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<\/p>\nYour second day of the 9-day Kilimanjaro Climbing tour \u00a0takes you out of the rainforest and up a steep ridge into moor land zone. Watch as the vegetation becomes sparser as you ascend along the path to the Shira Plateau. Soon, a number of distinct species, including the giant groundsel and lobelia, will be the only plants dominating the harsh landscape. Spend the night camping on the edge of the Shira Plateau and be treated to a golden sunset over the snow-dusted Kibo Peak.<\/p>\n
Accommodation:<\/b><\/strong>\u00a0Camping (with basic facilities) (1 night)<\/p>\n
Meals: <\/b><\/strong>Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner<\/p>\n
Special information:<\/b><\/strong>\u00a0From Machame Camp to Shira Camp, ascend to 3840 metres (12,600 ft), covering 12 kilometres (approximately 5\u20137 hours).<\/p>\n
Day 4: Barranco Camp<\/b><\/strong><\/h3>\n
Enjoy a fantastic hike as you proceed through the rolling landscape and deep river valleys. The undulating terrain provides a perfect chance to acclimatise and as you ascend to the more rugged areas of the mountain. There are great views of the Kibo Peaks and its magnificent surrounds. Spend your night at Barranco Camp.<\/p>\n
Accommodation:<\/b><\/strong>\u00a0Camping (with basic facilities) (1 night)<\/p>\n
Meals:<\/b><\/strong>\u00a0Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner<\/p>\n
Special information:<\/strong> From Shira Camp to Barranco Camp, ascend to 3900 metres (12800 feet) and cover 12 kilometres (approximately 5\u20137 hours).<\/p>\n
Day 5: Karanga Valley<\/b><\/strong><\/h3>\n
Today is an important acclimatisation day. \u00a0You are only going to be walking during the morning. First, climb the Barranco Wall (not a technical climb) before following the Kibo South Circuit. You can expect to have some magnificent views of Kibo’s southern glaciers if weather is clear. Arrive at your camp at about lunchtime and rest your legs as you enjoy great views by the river in the Karanga Valley.<\/p>\n
Accommodation:<\/b><\/strong>\u00a0Camping (with basic facilities) (1 night)<\/p>\n
Meals:<\/b><\/strong>\u00a0Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner<\/p>\n
Special information: <\/b><\/strong>From Barranco Camp to Karanga Valley Camp, descend to 4200 metres (13,780 feet) and cover 7 kilometres (approximately 4 hours).<\/p>\n
Day 6: Barafu Camp \/ Uhuru Peak<\/b><\/strong><\/h3>\n
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<\/p>\nFrom Karanga, ascend to the intersection of the South Circuit and the Mweka route where you will begin climbing up a ridge to Barafu Hut. Barafu is Swahili world for \u2018ice\u2019 \u2013 it can be very cold here at night! You will arrive at Barafu at about late lunchtime, allowing plenty of time to relax before the final summit attempt very early tomorrow morning.<\/p>\n
Accommodation:<\/b><\/strong>\u00a0Camping (with basic facilities) (1 night)<\/p>\n
Meals: <\/b><\/strong>Breakfast, Lunch, & Dinner<\/p>\n
Special information:<\/b><\/strong>\u00a0From Karanga Camp to Barafu Camp, ascend to 4600 metres (15,100 feet) and cover 3.5 kilometres (approximately 4 hours).<\/p>\n
Day 7: Uhuru Peak \/ Millennium Camp or Mweka Camp<\/b><\/strong><\/h3>\n
At approximately midnight you will be woken by the guides with some hot tea and biscuits to give you energy. After that, you will embark on a long, difficult ascent up scree, and sometimes snow, to Stella Point at 5780m. Traverse the giant Rebmann Glacier along the way and hopefully arrive at Stella Point in time for sunrise and superb views of the crater, the glacier glistening in the morning sun. From Stella it is a further 1-hour trek along the rim of the crater to Uhuru Peak (5895metres), which is Africa\u2019s highest point. From the peak, take in memorable views of the crater, the ice fields and the vast and distant East African plains below. After photos and back-patting, embark on your descent. Back at Barafu Camp, enjoy a well-deserved lunch and much thicker air! After lunch, proceed on to Mweka Camp for the night and have a well-earned rest.<\/p>\n
Accommodation:<\/b><\/strong>\u00a0Camping (with basic facilities) (1 night)<\/p>\n
Meals: <\/b><\/strong>Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner<\/p>\n
Special information: <\/b><\/strong>From Barafu Camp to the Uhuru Peak summit, ascend 1296 metres and cover about 4 kilometres (approximately 8 hours). The descent takes approximately 3 hours.<\/p>\n
Day 8: Moshi<\/b><\/strong><\/h3>\n
Today you will proceed \u00a0down the mountain, passing through alpine meadows and rainforest to the Mweka park gate. From Mweka Camp to the Mweka gate, hike for about 10 kilometres (approximately 3\u20134 hours) descending a total of 1300 metres. Enjoy a nice lunch after checking out of the national park and then transport back to the hotel for a relaxing shower \u2013 a real treat after the physical exertions of the last few days! Tonight, you can gather with your trekking friends for a meal, sharing your experiences of the past 6 days on the mountain.<\/p>\n
Accommodation:<\/b><\/strong>\u00a0Hotel (1 night)<\/p>\n
Meals:<\/b><\/strong>\u00a0Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner<\/p>\n
Day 9: Departure Day<\/b><\/strong><\/h3>\n
With no safari activities or hiking planned for today, you are free to leave Tanzania at any time. Transfers to Kilimanjaro International Airport, Zanzibar for a beach holiday <\/a><\/b><\/strong>orUganda for gorilla trekking<\/a><\/b><\/strong>\u00a0can be arranged locally \u2013 please inform us \u00a0if you wish to organise this.<\/p>\n
Meals:<\/b><\/strong>\u00a0Breakfast<\/p>\n
9-Day Kilimanjaro Climbing Tour Inclusions<\/b><\/strong><\/h2>\n
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- Meals: 8 breakfasts, 7 lunches, 8 dinners<\/li>\n
- Transport: 4×4 safari vehicle<\/li>\n
- Accommodation: Camping (with basic facilities) (6 nights), Hotel (2 nights)<\/li>\n
- Mount Kilimanjaro – Trek Briefing<\/li>\n
- Mount Kilimanjaro – Complimentary equipment hire (sleeping bag and walking poles) – must be requested at time of booking<\/li>\n
- Fully catered trek including National Park entrance fees, climbing fee, tented camps & rescue services (7 days)<\/li>\n
- Mount Kilimanjaro – Porterage of 1 bag (9kg\/20lb max)<\/li>\n
- Mount Kilimanjaro – Return transfers from hotel to park gate<\/li>\n
- Mount Kilimanjaro – Emergency oxygen and comprehensive first aid kits<\/li>\n
- Moshi – Kilimanjaro Porters Assistance Project<\/li>\n<\/ul>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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- \u00a0<\/b><\/strong>You need a good\u00a0level of fitness for\u00a0this tour. Although\u00a0the distances covered are not far, the effects of altitude will make it much harder than the usual uphill hike.<\/li>\n