MT. KILIMANJARO

Mt Kilimanjaro is the highest peak in Africa rising 19,340 ft (5,895m), the largest free standing mountain in the world and one of the seven summits, the seventh highest points on each continent in the world. Any person who is physically fit can climb this mountain to reach the summit Uhuru Peak 5,895m and look out over Africa.

There is no special equipment required to climb Mt. Kilimanjaro because the routes allow a gradual hike “non technical” with the full support of the climbing professional guides. We recommend a 6 to 8 days hike depending on the route chosen. Climbing Mt. Kilimanjaro up to the summit which includes one day for acclimatization between 10,000 and 15,000 ft. there are several routes to chose from and vary by popularity and steepness and are discussed below:

CLIMBING ROUTES
Marangu Route
Machame Route
Rongai Route
Lemosho Route

When to climb/Who can climb/ESSENTIALS/Other Items recommended

MACHAME / MWEKA – 8 DAYS

Machame approaches the Shira Plateau from the South, joining up with the Shira route on the second day to cuts around below the Southern Walls to Barranco Camp, before heading on round to Barafu Camp for the summit attempt.
This is the second popular route and the most scenic route up Mt. Kilimanjaro.

Accommodation on the mountain is in tents which the porters will pitch for you. You will need a sleeping bag, warm clothes and walking poles. This is a steep, tough trek within the limits of a fit individual used to walking in mountain areas.

Day 1
Met upon arrival at the Kilimanjaro International Airport (K.I.A) and transferred to Impala Hotel in Arusha for dinner and overnight. In the evening you are briefed on tomorrow’s climb.

Day 2
Early breakfast, transfer to Machame gate (2000m) for registration. The porters will prepare and pack the supplies and your equipment for the hike. You will receive a lunch pack. Climb through rain forest to the ridge between the Weru Weru stream and the Makoa until the trailhead is reached. Lunch and a short rest then continue through the narrow forest path which continues to Machame Huts (3000m) for dinner and overnight.

Day 3
Breakfast, steep ascend through the grassy moorlands. After 3 - 4 hours the trail goes west into a gorge. A short break for lunch and a deserved rest and then ascend to Shira Hut (3800m) on the Shira Plateau. Dinner and overnight at the Shira hut.

Day 4
Proceed to Kibo Peak , then turn southwards just before reaching the Lava outcrop beyond which the Lava tower Hut is located. Crossing several ridges and valleys, to arrive at the lip of the great Barranco. Lunch and a shrt rest will be organized half way. Dinner and overnight at the Barranco Hut at (3900m).

Day 5
Descend into the Gorge then climb its vertical Eastern wall, walk beneath Kibo's Southern ice field. Lunch and a short rest and then continue with the path descending into the shallow Karanga valley (last water) crossing Lava ridge to the Barafu Hut at (4600m) for dinner and overnight.

Day 6
After midnight, ascent through boulder-strewn ridge and a gap between the Rebmann and Ratzel Claciers to arrive at the rim, near Stella point about midway between Gilman's point and Uhuru. You then proceed to Uhuru Peak at (5895m). After your summit photo, you then descend to Mweka Hut (3000m) for dinner and overnight.

Day 7
After breakfast, the final leg that takes about 2 hours starts heading for Mweka gate (1500m). Transfer to Impala Hotel Arusha dinner and overnight.

Day 8
Transfer to Kilimanjaro International Airport for your flight or by shuttle to Nairobi , or to your next safari destination.

Prices per person 1,360 USD

Cost includes:
2 nights accommodation at Impala Hotel on half board
All park fees
Hut fees
Rescue fees
All food on the climb
Guides and porters’ salary
Airport transfers

Cost excludes:

Expenses of a personal nature like drinks, tobacco etc
Tips and porterage.
Any extras incurred at the lodges/hotels.
Any visa fees.