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SUMMIT KILIMANJARO, TANZANIA
Moshi . Mt Kilimanjaro
Reaching the summit of Africa's tallest mountain brings an indescribable sense of accomplishment and newfound confidence in your abilities. Summiting Kilimanjaro is an achievable goal for anyone with a good level of fitness, a positive attitude, and, most importantly, the right guides and the right route. Budget climbs are aplenty but are never the best choice.
On this variation of the Rongai Route trek, you will ascend at a slow, deliberate pace, allowing your body to acclimate to the altitude. This route bypasses the challenging Barranco Wall, ensuring a smoother ascent. Most importantly, you will begin your summit push at dawn, trekking during daylight hours to avoid climbing in the dark and encountering the crowds along the route and at the peak.
The trekking company you will be climbing with has had an amazing 100% success rate for the past 8 years. The company owner has summited over 260 times.
Your experienced guides will closely monitor your physical condition to ensure you remain in good shape to continue safely. Hearty, nutritious meals, proper hydration and ample rest breaks provide the energy needed to fully enjoy the journey and finish strong.
With the right preparation and support, this trek offers an unforgettable adventure, culminating in the thrill of standing atop Africa’s highest peak.
Details
Duration:
8 days / 7 nights
Price:
From $3299 per person sharing
Includes:
Airport transfers
Transportation by minivan and 4WD
Bilingual experienced mountain guides
Porterage on the mountain
1 pre- and 1 post- night hotel
5 nights tent accommodation
7 breakfasts, 5 lunches, 5 dinners
Departures:
Daily, year round
Sustainable/Responsible notes:
Climbing company is locally owned and operated by a Tanzanian.
Guides and porters are hired and trained locally.
No plastic water bottles are used on this climb; all water is boiled for climbers to fill their own flasks.
All trash is packed out and disposed of sustainably.
Day by day itinerary
Day 1 Arrive Kilimanjaro
On arrival at Kilimanjaro airport you will be met and transferred to your hotel for the night. A climb briefing and equipment check will be held before dinner.
Stay: Moshi hotel (D)
Day 2 Moshi - First Cave
After driving to the Rongai gate and completing park entry formalities, start walking from Nalemoru (6400 ') to First Cave Campsite (8700 '). This is an easy walk, and a great way to get into rhythm.
Walking distance: 4 miles
Walking time: 3-4 hours
Altitude gain: 2300'
Stay: First Cave camp site (B,L, D)
Day 3 First Cave - Kikelewa Caves
First Cave Campsite - Kikelewa Caves (11810')
Walking distance: 5.6 miles
Walking time: 6-7 hours
Altitude gain: 3110'
Stay: Kikilewa Caves camp site (B,L, D)
Day 4 Kikilewa Caves - Mawenzi Tarn
Kikelewa Caves - Mawenzi Tarn (14210')
Walking distance: 3.7 miles
Walking time: 3-4 hours
Altitude gain: 2400'
Afternoon acclimatization walk to about 14760'
Stay: Mawenzi Tarn campsite (B, L, D)
Day 5 Mawenzi Tarn - Kibo Huts
Mawenzi Tarn - Kibo Huts (15420')
Walking distance: 5.6 miles
Walking time: 4-5 hours
Altitude gain: 1215'
Stay: Kibo Huts camp site (B,L,D)
Day 6 Kibo Hut
This is an acclimatization day. Instead of hiking further up the mountain, you will rest nd get an early night's sleep so you are in better shape for the summit push which begins around 4am.
Stay: Kibo Huts camp site (B,L,D)
Day 8 Summit Day: Kibo Hut - Uhuru Peak - Horombo Huts
This is it! You will rise about 4am and head up the mountain, stopping to see sun rise around 6am. You'll hike in daylight and enjoy views all the way to the summit. Once you reach Uhuru Peak, you'll pose for victory photos before heading down to a celebration meal at your camp.
Summit attempt via Gilman's Point (18700') to Uhuru Peak (19340') and descent to Horombo Huts (12200')
Walking distance: 3.1 miles ascent + 9.3 miles descent
Walking time: 5-6 hrs + 1-2 hours up, 5-6 hours down (the overall walking time may vary from 10 - 16 hours)
Altitude gain: 3280' (Gilman's Point false summit) or 3920' (Uhuru Peak)
Descent: 7200'
Stay: Horombo Huts camp site(B,L,D)
Day 8 Horombo Huts - Moshi hotel
It's a long but easy walk out today - you may see Colobus monkeys in the trees. Your thoughts will be on the long hot shower that awaits you at your hotel, and perhaps a glass of champagne to celebrate this momentous accomplishment.
Horombo Huts - Marangu Gate
Walking distance: 12.5 miles
Walking time: 5 hours
Descent: 6040'
Stay: Moshi hotel (B,L,D)