9 days tour

Kilimanjaro Climbing Via Machame Route 7 Days (Special Occas

$ 2,700 .00 USD

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Kilimanjaro Climbing Via Machame Route 7 Days (Special Occas

This tour includes:

Guide

WE PROVIDE PROFESSIONAL AND EXPERIENCED ENGLISH GUIDE

Meals

We provide three meals per day with mineral water

Others

-Transfers: Pick-up and drop-off at Kilimanjaro International Airport; Transfer to the trailhead - entry gate to Kilimanjaro National Park; Pick-up at the exit from Kilimanjaro National Park and transfer to the hotel; -Entry fees: All park fees collected by the Kilimanjaro National Park ( conservation fees, camping fees, crew fees, vehicle fee, rescue fee and all other fees collected by the Tanzania National Parks Authority). -Accommodation: One night at Chanya lodge before the expedition and one night after; The hotels have everything for your comfortable stay - caring staff, nice rooms, reliable Wi-Fi, restaurant and swimming pool); Tented accommodation on Mount Kilimanjaro (modern, comfortable 4-Season tents North Face VE-25 or Almighty Kilimanjaro Tents). -Meals: Breakfast in the hotel before and after the hike; All meals on the hike. Our Kilimanjaro diet includes energy-rich and highly nutritious meals prepared by our professional high-altitude cooks.A typical diet on Kilimanjaro includes different soups, garnishes, several types of fish and meat, fresh fruit and vegetables; vegetarian/gluten-free/halal options are available at no extra cost; All drinks on the hike (coffee, tea, hot chocolate and water). -Hiking and safety equipment 4-inch (10-cm) thick and comfortable sleeping mats; All group equipment (spacious and comfortable dining tent, camping table and chairs, crockery and cutlery); Oxygen cylinders and oximeters; Complete medical kits. -Climbing crew: Professional guides, licensed by Kilimanjaro National Park. All our guides are the holder of Wilderness First Responder or Wilderness First Aid certifications. All our guides have 10+years of successful mountaineering experience; Dedicated support crew (assistant guides, camp master, porters, cooks, etc.).

Insurance

The nsurancecoverclient his/her insuarances policies

Transport

We provide all the transport and transfer

Accommodation

We include pre/post accommodation plus accommodation while on the mountain

Not included:

Others

-Airline tickets; -Visa fee; -Personal gear rentals; Tips for the mountain crew. -Mountaineering insurance.

Flights

The client covers overs his/her flight's cost

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Itinerary of your trip Kilimanjaro Climbing Via Machame Route 7 Days (Special Occas

  • Day 1 Day 1: Transfer
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 1: Transfer

      Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, you will be met and transferred for overnight accommodation at Chanya lodge,  B&B. Your head guide will meet you for your briefing, gear check, and arrange for you to hire any equipment you may need.

  • Day 2 Day 2: Machame Gate โ€“ Machame Camp: 10.75K /7Mi | 5-6 Hrs | Rainforest
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 2: Machame Gate โ€“ Machame Camp: 10.75K /7Mi | 5-6 Hrs | Rainforest

      Elevation: 1811m/5942ft to 3021m/9911ft Altitude gained: 1210m Departing from Moshi a 45-minute drive will take you through the Village of Machame to the Kilimanjaro National Park Gate. We will patiently wait for our permits to be issued while watching the hustle and bustle of operations as many crews prepare for the journey ahead Enjoy the beautiful rainforest scenery and windy trails while your guide tells you about the local flora and fauna and natural wildlife. At these lower elevations, the trail can be muddy and quite slippery. We highly recommend gaiters and trekking poles here.

  • Day 3 Day 3: Machame Camp โ€“ Shira Camp: 5.3Km/3Mi | 4-5Hrs | Moorland
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 3: Machame Camp โ€“ Shira Camp: 5.3Km/3Mi | 4-5Hrs | Moorland

      Elevation: 3021m/9911ft to 3839m/12,595ft Altitude gained: 818m after a good night's sleep and a hearty breakfast we emerge from the rain forest and continue on an ascending path, crossing the valley along a steep rocky ridge. The route now turns west onto a river gorge until we arrive at the Shira campsite. Temperatures begin to drop.

  • Day 4 Day 4: Shira Camp โ€“ Lava Tower โ€“ Barranco Camp: 10.75Km/6Mi | 5-6Hrs | Semi-Desert
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 4: Shira Camp โ€“ Lava Tower โ€“ Barranco Camp: 10.75Km/6Mi | 5-6Hrs | Semi-Desert

      Elevation: 3839m/12,595ft to 3986m/13,077ft Altitude gained: 147m Although you end the day around the same elevation as when you began, this day is very important for acclimatization. From Shira Plateau we continue east up a ridge, passing the junction towards the Kibo peak before we then continue, South East towards the Lava Tower, called the โ€œSharkโ€™s Toothโ€ (elev. 4650m/15,250ft). Shortly after the tower, we come to a second junction, which leads to the Arrow Glacier. We then continue to descend to overnight at Barranco Camp.  

  • Day 5 Day 5: Barranco Camp โ€“ Karanga Camp: 5.2Km/3Mi | 3-4Hrs | Alpine Desert
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 5: Barranco Camp โ€“ Karanga Camp: 5.2Km/3Mi | 3-4Hrs | Alpine Desert

      Elevation: 3986m/13,077ft to 4034m/13,235ft Altitude gained: 48m After breakfast, we continue on a steep ridge up to the adventurous Barranco Wall to the Karanga Valley and the junction, which connects, with the Mweka Trail. This is one of the most impressive days to see the power, agility, and strength of your crew zip over this wall with what appears such ease. Overnight at Karanga Camp.

  • Day 6 Day 6: Hike Karanga Camp โ€“ Barafu Camp: 3.3Km /2 Mi | 3-4Hrs | Alpine Desert
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 6: Hike Karanga Camp โ€“ Barafu Camp: 3.3Km /2 Mi | 3-4Hrs | Alpine Desert

      Elevation: 4034m/13,235ft to 4662m/15,295ft Altitude gained: 628m We continue up toward Barafu Camp, and once reached you have now completed the South Circuit, which offers a variety of breathtaking views of the summit from many different angles. An early dinner and rest as we prepare for summit night. Overnight at Barafu Camp.

  • Day 7 Day 7: Barafu Camp โ€“ Summit: 4.86Km /3Mi Up | 5-7Hrs | โ€“ Mweka Camp: 11.5Km /7.2Mi Down | 5-6Hrs | Glaciers, Snow Capped Summit
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 7: Barafu Camp โ€“ Summit: 4.86Km /3Mi Up | 5-7Hrs | โ€“ Mweka Camp: 11.5Km /7.2Mi Down | 5-6Hrs | Glaciers, Snow Capped Summit

      Elevation: 4662m/15,295ft to 5895m/19,341ft Altitude gained: 1233m Descent to 3106m/10,190ft Altitude lost: 2789m Excitement is building as morning comes with an early start between midnight and 2 a.m. This is the most mentally and physically challenging portion of the trek. We continue our way to the summit between the Rebmann and Ratzel glaciers trying to stay warm and focused on the amazing sense of accomplishment that lies ahead. With a switchback motion in a northwesterly direction and ascend through heavy scree towards Stella Point on the crater rim. You will be rewarded with the most magnificent sunrise during your short rest here. Faster hikers may view the sunrise from the summit. From here on your remaining 1 hour ascent to Uhuru Peak, you are likely to encounter snow all the way. Congratulations, one step at a time you have now reached Uhuru Peak the highest point on Mount Kilimanjaro and the entire continent of Africa! After photos, celebrations and maybe a few tears of joy we take a few moments to enjoy this incredible accomplishment. We begin our steep descent down to Mweka Camp, stopping at Barafu for lunch and a very brief rest. We strongly recommend gaiters and trekking poles for uncooperative loose gravel and volcano ash terrain. Well-deserved rest awaits you to enjoy your last evening on the mountain. Overnight Mweka Camp.

  • Day 8 Day 8: Mweka Camp โ€“ Mweka Gate โ€“ Moshi: 9.1Km/6Mi |3-4Hrs | Rainforest
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 8: Mweka Camp โ€“ Mweka Gate โ€“ Moshi: 9.1Km/6Mi |3-4Hrs | Rainforest

      Elevation: 3106m/10,190ft to 1633m/5358ft Altitude lost: 1473m After breakfast and a heartfelt ceremony of appreciation and team bonding with your crew, itโ€™s time to say goodbye. We continue the descent down to the Mweka Park Gate to receive your summit certificates. As the weather is drastically warmer, the terrain is wet, muddy and steep and we highly recommend Gaiters and trekking poles. From the gate, a vehicle will meet you at Mweka village to drive you back to your hotel in Moshi (about 30 minutes).

  • Day 9 Day 9: Transfer
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 9: Transfer

      Transfer to Kilimanjaro international airport for the flight back home.

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Experience Style

Experience Style

Mixed

There will be challenging activities such as hiking, biking, canyoning and trekking, but youโ€™re also going to have other means of transportation and relaxed moments to just chill.

Accomodation level

Accomodation level

Medium

This accommodation includes essential services like a hot shower, electricity, and a nice and comfy bed.

Experience Type

Experience Type

Personal

Youโ€™ll be just with your guide or pilot. Examples of these activities are paragliding, sky diving, personal mountain climbing, etc.

Physical Rating

Physical Rating

Average

There are several physical activities that last from 2 to 6 hours in easy terrains, low altitude flats, or water experiences. Please ask if youโ€™re not sure this applies to you.

Age range

Age range

Min: 10 / Max: 100

Age range allowed for this experience.

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