DAY 1
After completing the necessary registration formalities at Rongai gate. The climb begins from Nale Moru (1,950 m) on a small path that winds through fields of maize and potatoes before entering pine forest. The track then starts to climb consistently, but gently through attractive forest that shelters a variety of wildlife, including the beautiful Kilimanjaro Colobus monkey. These monkeys are black with a long ‘cape’ of white hair and a flowing white tail. The forest begins to thin out and the first camp, Rongai One, is at the edge of the moorland zone (2,600 m) with extensive views over the Kenyan plains.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Included
DAY 2
The morning walk is a steady ascent up to the ‘Second Cave’ (3,450 m) with superb views of Kibo and the Eastern icefields on the crater rim. After lunch, we leave the main trail and strike out across the moorland on a smaller path towards the jagged peaks of Mawenzi. Kikelewa campsite is in a sheltered valley with giant senecios near Kikelewa Caves (3,600 m)
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Included
DAY 3
A short but steep climb is rewarded by superb allround views and a tangible sense of wilderness. We leave vegetation behind shortly before reaching the next camp at Mawenzi Tarn (4,330 m), spectacularly situated in a cirque directly beneath the towering spires of Mawenzi. The afternoon will be free to rest or explore the surrounding area as an aid to acclimatisation.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Included
DAY 4
We cross the lunar desert of the ‘Saddle’ between Mawenzi and Kibo to reach Kibo campsite (4,700 m) at the bottom of the Kibo crater wall. The remainder of the day is spent resting in preparation for the final ascent before a very early night!
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Included
DAY 5
We will start the final, and by far the steepest and most demanding, part of the climb by torchlight around 1 a.m. We plod very slowly in the darkness on a switchback trail through loose volcanic scree to reach the crater rim at Gillman’s Point (5,685 m)
We will rest there for a short time to enjoy the spectacular sunrise over Mawenzi. Those who are still feeling strong can make the three hour round trip to Uhuru Peak (5,896 m), passing close to the spectacular glaciers and ice cliffs that still occupy most of the summit area. The descent to Kibo (4,700 m) is surprisingly fast and, after some refreshment, we continue the descent to reach Horombo Camp
(3,720 m).
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Included
DAY 6
After breakfast, finish the trek with a descent to Mweka Gate. Your last hike on Kilimanjaro is a beautiful one, passing through Kilimanjaro’s cloud forest. Watch your step during the descent, as the trail can be slippery. Our vehicles will be waiting at the lower station of Mweka Gate to take you back to Arusha.
At the Gate gate you sign your name and details in a register book. This is also where successful climbers receive their summit certificates. Those climbers who reached Gilmans Point are issued with green certificates and those who reached Uhuru Peak (5895m), receive Golden certificates.
You now drive back to Arusha for a long overdue hot shower, dinner descent bed and celebrations!!
Dinner and hotel in Arusha
Included in the packages;
– Private transport from the hotel to the Park s gate (starting point for the climb), and transport back to the hotel after the climb
– All National Park entry fees
– All camping fees
– 2 night’s hotel the night before and the night after the climb, with breakfast included
– Kilimanjaro National Park certificate for your successful summit attempt
– Qualified medical guides
– Breakfast, lunch and dinner, as well as hot drinks on the mountain
– Salaries for Guides, cook and porters.
– Rescue fees (Kilimanjaro Park rescue team fees)
– Government taxes
– Pickup and drop off to Airport
– Evacuation services
– Hut fees [ Marangu route }
– Friendly and competent Trained Mountain Guides, assistant guides, porters and professional cooks.
– 3 full fresh meals daily. We provide fresh food on the mountain in plentiful and well prepared by skilled professional cooks(we also consider your choice of food that you would prefer -Vegetarian and Non Vegetarian). Menu especially designed for climbers.
– Hot drinks on the mountain and Hot water for washing will be provide everyday on the mountain.
– Quality specious tents, sleeping mats, camping tables ,camping chairs and Mess/Dining Tent.(Not applicable on the Marangu route as accommodation is in A-frame huts)
– Supplementary Portable Oxygen and Complete First Aid Kit (used in case of emergency only)
– Pulse oxy-meter carried by all chief guides
– 3-4 liters of mineral/treated water (per Climber) provided daily during the climb
***Portable toilet available at an additional cost (There are public toilets on the mountain)
Not Included In Our Packages Prices
• Items of a personal nature
• Tips for guides, porters and cook (average tip is anything from US$200 to US$ 250 per hiker – depending on number of days / how many hikers in the group and route chosen)
• Personal Hiking/Trekking gears (Some Gears are available for Rent)
• Snacks, personal medicine
• Meals, drinks and snacks not specified in hotel