East African Voyage offers an exceptional product for small groups or individuals wanting to climb Kilimanjaro. This package includes the transfer and the hotel before and after de Kilimanjaro climb and the Kilimanjaro climb.
DAY 1 : Kilimanjaro National Park – Kilimanjaro National Park – Machame Camp
Today after breakfast we will drive from Arusha to Machame Gate where you sign in and get a permit to start climbing. We join the climbing crew here and together we start climbing. Your guide will tell exactly what to expect each day: weather-wise, the nature of the trail and the wildlife that you will grow to know so well. Do not hesitate to ask your guide while you are hiking to point out any special features that might interest you. The night will be spend at Machame Camp. T
DAY 2 : Kilimanjaro National Park – Machame Camp – Shira camp
Today is an easy paced acclimatization day. We will continue our hiking through streams, a river gorge and moorlands. Camp is set a little higher on the Shira Plateau with expansive view of Kilimanjaro. There is an optional hike in the afternoon where you can enjoy the large scenecios and lobelias that grow at this elevation. We will spend the night at Shira Camp. This camp offers a great view of the Kibo Peak. At this location which displays vast prairies and bushes, you will find them regrouped to face the cold and wind. At night, the sky is covered with thousands of stars and you can admire the famous Southern Cross and hear the distant cries of jackals. The next morning, you can not miss the presence of buffalos, or elands.
DAY 3 : Shira camp – Lava Tower – Barranco Camp
Today, we will hike to elevation of 15,000 feet before descending to our camp. We will pass by Lava Tower; you will have the opportunity to climb. This area will be your first introduction to alpine zone where the only plant life is the heartiest of grass and lichens. You ascend through the moorlands to alpine desert zone. You will climb slowly. Barranco Camp, where we will spend the night, is located in a beautiful valley, with stunning views of Mount Meru, the twin volcano of Mount Kilimanjaro. You will also have the Heim glacier views, the southern slope of Kibo, not to mention the impressive Barranco Wall.
DAY 4 : Baranco Wall – Barafu camp
Today, we will hike to elevation of 15,000 feet before descending to our camp. We will pass by Lava Tower; you will have the opportunity to climb. This area will be your first introduction to alpine zone where the only plant life is the heartiest of grass and lichens. You ascend through the moorlands to alpine desert zone. You will climb slowly. We will spend the night at Barafu camp, after a dinner cooked by our chef on site.
DAY 5 : Barafu camp – Uhuru Peak – Mweka Camp
At midnight you will begin ascent to Uhuru Peak. You are going to complete some serious achievements and goals. Hiking from six to eight hours from the camp will bring your life into perspective, when you stand on the top of the highest free standing mountain in the world. The weather will tell you how long you are going to spend on the top of Africa for taking pictures and rolling up your trip. From the summit will take approximately three hours hike and have a short stop for lunch around Barafu camp. Later, to proceed and make to Mweka Camp where you are going to spend your last night on Kilimanjaro and have your victory celebration! You shall spend your last night on the conquered volcano, the majestic Mount Kilimanjaro at Mweka Camp, located more than 9,000’ (almost 3,000m) lower than the summit reached. It will be time to celebrate your victory with great satisfaction!
DAY 6 : Mweka Camp – Mweka gate – Arusha City
Today is our last hike. The hike is steep in places and may be slippery if it is a wet day. Please use trekking poles. At Mweka Gate you will say goodbye to your mountain crew and enjoy your picnic lunch. We will drive to Arusha for hot shower and an early dinner. For those of you who will return home, we shall say Goodbye for those who would like to see more of Tanzania, it will be a pleasure to take you in some of the most amazing national parks or would you like a relaxing time on the spice island of Zanzibar, we could also arrange for that.
•All government fees relevant to the itinerary
•All park fees
•Meals as described in the itinerary
•Accommodation as described
•Backup logistical support from the EAV safari team
•Filter water at all times in your vehicle
•Guiding fees
•Transport as described
•Trained English speaking driver and/or guide
•Other language speaking guide on request
•Alteration or customizing to this itinerary
•Alcohol & other beverages at hotels and lodges
•Airport Taxes and visa
•Excess baggage charges
•International return air tickets
•Hospital bills
•Immunization
•International insurance
•Change to the Itinerary
•Tips
Equipment included
• 4 seasons Tent, 3 places for 2 peoples, such as Mountain Hardwear Trango 3
• Katadyne pump water filter
• Mess tents, chair, table.
• Private toilet tents and toilet (1 for 6 pax)
• Coffee wake up at the tents in the morning
• Mess tents enough comfortable and big for the group
• Camping Equipment
• Tables and chairs with back
• Toilet tents & Toilet (1 for 6 pax)
• Katadyne Water filter
• Staff tents
• All kitchen items necessary for the climb
• Gamow bag only for itinerary that goes to Crater camp
In addition to the above, you can rent –
Gamow bag 300$ by group, Toilet tents extra for 250$ by group, Shower tents for 350$ by group
Accommodation
Accommodation is subject to availability and may change for similar quality upon availability.
Traveling or Walking time
Time between parks or on climbing is approximate and may change depending on the season, the
climate and/or other factors.
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