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Kilimanjaro with its three volcanic cones, Kibo, Mawensi, and Shira, is an inactive stratovolcano in north-eastern Tanzania.

Although it does not have the highest elevation, Kilimanjaro is the tallest free-standing mountain rise in the world and the highest peak in Africa at 5,895 meters (19,340 ft), providing a dramatic view from the surrounding plains.

The highest point is Uhuru Peak on the volcano Kibo, 5,895 meters (19,340 ft).

Climbing routes

There are several routes officially sanctioned for climbing Kilimanjaro. These are:

* Machame
* Marangu
* Rongai
* Londorossi Lemosho
* Umbwe]
* Shira
* Mweka

Kilimanjaro National Park is a national park, located near Moshi, Tanzania. It is centered on Mount Kilimanjaro, and covers an area of 753 km²

For safari to mount kilimanjaro national park you should book with us because we are experts in this park.

Kilimanjaro Climb 5 Days 4 Nights(Marangu Route)

Marangu route usually take 4-5 days to complete. Huts with cooking facilities, bathrooms, and (sometimes) electricity are available at the end of each day's journey.

The final part of the climb, from Kibo hut at 15,500 ft (4,720 m) to the summit, is generally undertaken at night, because the scree is frozen together, making the climb significantly easier. Gilman's Point, on the rim of the crater, but about 1½ hours hike from Uhuru, is attained at 5:00 - 6:00 am; those who have the strength to continue may then hike on to Uhuru in the growing sunlight and rising temperatures.

DAY 1: Marangu Gate (1980m) - Mandara hut (2700m)
After breakfast, transfer to Marangu gate and start the climb through fascinating rain forests till you reach the first hut Mandara. Meals and overnight at the hut. (9,000ft).

DAY 2:Mandara hut (2700m) - Horombo hut (3720m)
After breakfast, follow the ascending path through the alpine – meadow. The altitude begins to change and slowdown your pace while enjoying the flora and the view of Mawenzi and Kibo peaks. Arrive at the Horombo Hut 12km from Mandara. Meals and overnight at the hut. (12,520ft).

DAY 3: Horombo hut (3720m) - Kibo hut (4700m)
After breakfast, resume the climb, the landscape becomes rugged and rocky. Lobelias begin to appear. Climb to Kibo Hut. Meals and overnight at the hut. (15,520ft)

DAY 4:SUMMIT ATTEMPT!! Kibo hut (4700m) - Uhuru Peak (5895m) - Horombo hut (3720m)
The beginning of the last ascent is made in the wee hrs of the morning while the scree is still frozen. Climb the very steep part of the route to GILMANS POINT (most difficult and tiring part). UHURU PEAK is reached within an hour's walk along the crater rim. (19,344ft). Start the walk along the craters rim. (19,344ft). Start the descent to Horombo hut for overnight

DAY 5:Horombo hut (3720m) - Marangu Gate (1980m)
Return to a hotel in Moshi. After lunch, have a good rest, meals and overnight at your hotel.

Price US $1355 per person:
Any additional day is US $ 255

The price is inclusive of:-
2 transfers from Moshi to Marangu park gate -return
3 meals per day while trekking - Vegetarian/Non-Vegetarian
5 days Kilimanjaro trek- Marangu
4 nights accomodation in camps while trekking Marangu
6 First and Last night accommodation at standard accomodation hotel in Moshi -Bed and Breakfast.
7 All park entrance fees and government levies
8 English speaking mountain Guide and assistant guides
9 Porters- a maximum of 2 per client


The Price does not include:

Gloves, Sun glasses, Sleeping bag, Hats , Rain suits, Warm Jacket,
Heavy boots, Scarf's, Rain Trousers, tents

Note: All the above items can be hired at a reasonable price

 

To Make booking Click Here NB:Remember to state the title of the safari.

 

Machame Route climb 8 days 7 nights

Machame route is regarded as the most scenic of the trails up Kilimanjaro. You ascend gradually through the forest till you emerge onto the Moorland of Shira Plateau, from which there are superb views of the Kibo Peak and the Great Western Breach. Travellers through Machame rout

Day 1:
Transfer from your hotel to the Machame gate.From here you trek through the lush forest to Machame Hut (10,000ft/3000m) Stay /Camp/overnight

DAY 2:
Machame camp (2980m) - Shira camp (3840m)
Leave the forest. The path follows a steep ridge passing through open moorlands crossing a large gorge to reach Shira hut. Overnight stay at the camp

DAY 4:
Shira (3840m)-Lava Tower (4630m)-Barranco camp (3950m)
You turn Eastwards and continue ascending through the dry landscape before dropping again to reach Barranco hut . Overnight stay at the camp.

DAY 5:
Barranco camp (3950m)- Barafu camp (4550m)
The path climbs steep out of the Barranco valley and crosses the Karanga valley, then turns North to reach Barafu Hut . Overnight stay at the camp.

DAY 6:
Barafu camp (4550m)-Uhuru Peak (5895m)-Mweka (3100m)
Along day with an early start to reach the crater, ream at the Stella point in time for sunrise, then to Uhuru peak , the highest point in Africa. After wards, descend to Gilman's point and down to Horombo hut. Over night, stay at the camp

DAY 7:
Descend down passing Mandara hut to the gate where you are transferred back to your hotel in Moshi for dinner and over night.

DAY 8:
After breakfast board shuttle bus from your hotel and proceed to Nairobi arriving late in the afternoon (6.30 PM)

Price US $ 1755 per person
Any additional day is US $ 255

The price is inclusive of:-
2 transfers from Moshi to Machame park gate -return
3 meals per day while trekking - Vegetarian/Non-Vegetarian
6 days Kilimanjaro trek- Machame
5 nights accomodation in camps while trekking Machame
6 First and Last night accommodation at YMCA/Buffalo hotelMoshi -Bed and Breakfast.
7 All park entrance fees and government levies
8 English speaking mountain Guide and assistant guides
9 Porters- a maximum of 2 per client


The Price does not include:

Gloves, Sun glasses, Sleeping bag, Hats , Rain suits, Warm Jacket,
Heavy boots, Scarf's, Rain Trousers, tents

Note: All the above items can be hired at a reasonable price

To Make booking Click Here NB:Remember to state the title of the safari.

 

 
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