7 Days - Kilimanjaro Climbing – Machame Route

Guide

Guides: •Professional mountain crew. All guides have "Wilderness First Responder" and "Wilderness First Aid" Our Mountain Guides are dedicated to providing you a safe and memorable Kilimanjaro experience. Our guides are certified Wilderness First Responders (WFR), which means they have the tools to make critical medical and evacuation decisions. Our best Mountain Guides are local in Kilimanjaro, and are registered with Kilimanjaro National Park. They have all necessary qualifications and training and have years’ experience on Kilimanjaro having climbed to the mountain’s summit numerous times. Kilimanjaro Trekking Mate Guides are trained to lead you to the summit safely and comfortably. They are professionals who intimately know the mountain. They explain everything you are going to see and feel on Mount Kilimanjaro and they give you their support, which means always a helping hand and the advice to go “Pole Pole”. But most importantly: they use their techniques and extensive experience to keep you going when you are close to reaching your limits. All our guides, like many Tanzanians for that matter, have a good sense of humor and will help make your trip the experience of a life time.

Meals

•Our package include - 3 meals a day on the mountain ( breakfast, lunch and dinner )

Others

Tour price includes (climbing): •Pick up and drop off at the Kilimanjaro Airport (JRO ) •Two nights’ Accommodation in Moshi- one night prior the climb and one night after the climb (including bed and breakfast). •Transfer to the trail head and after the climb •Professional mountain crew. All guides have "Wilderness First Responder" and "Wilderness First Aid" •Kilimanjaro National Park permits and value added Tax (VAT 18%) •Kilimanjaro National Park rescue fees; •Camping/hut fees; •Guides / Chef and Porters salaries. •Bottled oxygen, for emergency rescue only and pulse oximeters. •First aid kit; •Four season, 3 person mountain tents, double occupancy •Trekking equipment (dining tent, table and chairs ) •Sleeping pad, foam, 2 inches thick •Kilimanjaro National Park certificate for your successful summit attempt •3 meals a day on the mountain ( breakfast, lunch and dinner )

Transport

•Pick up and drop off at the Kilimanjaro Airport (JRO ) •Transfer to the trail head and after the climb

Accommodation

•Two nights’ Accommodation in Moshi- at Panama Garden resort or Park view inn, one night prior the climb and one night after the climb (including bed and breakfast).

Hygieneprotocol

We Focused On Safety: Because safety is our Group's core value, our ambition is applied at all levels. Kilimanjaro Trekking Mate, we care about the health and safety of every guest and staff member who enters our doors. Your wellbeing has, and will always be our utmost priority, and we are fully committed to your protection without compromising the quality of experience when you are traveling with us. Our values are at the heart of our business. These values guide us in our pursuit of delivering authentic and personalized guest-centric experiences. Your Health Is Vital: Before coming to Tanzania, you will have to take few health precautions. Tanzania has a tropical climate and different bacteria, flora and fauna than most visitors are accustomed to, so it is advisable to take a few health precautions when travelling to make sure your trip goes as comfortably and smooth as possible. Malaria: Malaria is usually top on the list of visitors' worries, and prevention goes a long way towards keeping you protected. Make sure to visit your doctor to get a prescription for the anti-malarial drug the best suit you. Also, you can buy mosquito sprays. All the accommodation places now days have mosquito nets fixed to your beds and the rooms are sprayed with mosquito repellents too. And just for your information malaria transmitting mosquitos only bites at late nights so it’s likely that you won't be exposed if all the precautions are taken care of. The yellow-fever vaccination is no longer official required when entering Tanzania; however, this is still a requirement if you wish to visit Zanzibar. Other vaccinations that might be considered before you travel include typhoid, hepatitis A and B, meningitis, and tetanus. For more information, contact your doctor. Avoiding diarrhea: Make sure that your hygiene is as good as possible to avoid picking up a stomach upset. Needless to say, a bout of diarrhea can make a week-long strenuous ascent unpleasant or even impossible. On the climb itself, we make sure that your food is pure and uncontaminated, and that all of your water is treated with Water Guard purification tablets. Before your trek, though, you will have to protect yourself. Make sure you follow these simple rules at all times: 1)If you aren’t absolutely certain water is pure, do not drink it. 2)Wash your hands thoroughly after using the toilet, and before eating or handling food of any kind. 3)Do not eat raw vegetables or salads. Cooked, preferably boiled veggies only. If you do get diarrhea, the most important thing you can do is to stay hydrated. The best thing to drink is a rehydration solution like Dioralyte. Over the counter medicines like Imodium (or anything containing loperamide) are only for short term, mild diarrhea. Some doctors recommend taking a single, 500mg dose of Ciprofxin, or any ciprofloxacin antibiotic in an emergency situation. This is a prescription medicine, and you should discuss it with your doctor before your trip. What to pack: It is advisable to travel with a small medical kit that includes any basic remedies you may need, such as antacids, painkillers, anti-histamines and cold remedies. You will also need anti-diarrheal medication such as Imodium (adults only); and oral rehydration sachets such as Electro lade, especially if travelling with children. Also include first aid items such as Band-Aids, antiseptic and dressings. It may be worth asking your doctor to prescribe a broad-spectrum antibiotic, suitable for treating dysentery or severe infections. Take along scissors, tweezers, and thermometer, lip salve, sun block, water purification tablets or drops, as well as your preferred brands of toiletries and cosmetics. If you wear spectacles or contact lenses, take spares. Also take a torch and a pocket knife. Preventing dehydration during the climb: Even if you avoid diarrhea, you can easily become dehydrated at high altitudes. The lower air pressure forces you to breathe more quickly and deeply, and you lose a lot of water through your lungs. You will also be exerting yourself, and sweating. The upshot is, as you might expect, that you’ll have to drink more water. You need to drink at least 3 liters of fluids every day while climbing. Even when you don't feel thirsty you have to drink this amount as a minimum - preferably more. This is particularly important on the final day when you attempt the summit and could mean the difference between success or failure. On summit night you should drink at least ½ liter (preferably a whole liter) before you set off. We will also supply you with 2 liters of water to fill your own water bottles or hydration bladder. Make sure it doesn’t freeze! Wrapping the bottles in thick socks or otherwise insulating them is usually enough. The most common symptoms include thirst, dry lips, nose or mouth, headache and feeling fatigued or lethargic. If you think you may be dehydrated, there are two ways to tell: 1)The colour of your urine. Clear or light straw-coloured urine means you are probably not dehydrated. Yellow or orange wee means you haven’t been drinking enough, and you need to up your fluid intake quickly. 2)Pinch or press firmly on an area of exposed skin. If it doesn’t spring back instantly, or stays pale and bloodless for more than a second or two, you are probably dehydrated. Remember to keep drinking on the way down the mountain, as well. Sunburn and UV Protection: While a high climb is hardly a day at the seaside, you will be vulnerable to sunburn if not properly protected. The thin atmosphere at high altitudes blocks much less of the sun’s UV rays, even on cloudy days. The three most important things you can do to avoid sunburn are: 1)Apply SPF 30 or higher sunscreen to your face, nose and ears at least 30 minutes before going out into the sun, and reapply regularly. High SPF lip balm is also a must. 2)Wear a wide-brimmed hat that shades your face, nose and ears. 3)Wear UV-protective sunglasses, category 2-4. At higher altitudes the sun's rays are intensified and even on a cloudy day they can penetrate through and still burn you. And don’t forget that the sun is at its strongest between 10:00-14:00 hours each day. Your Health - Our Top Priority: Safety precaution: •All our staff have received extra training in health and safety-related to the COVID-19 virus and are required to be extra vigilant with their personal hygiene. This includes frequent hand washing, proper coughing and sneezing etiquette and making sure to avoid contact with people if sick or if symptoms are detected. •Our guides are highly experienced in preventing, detecting, and treating altitude sickness. They receive annual training in emergency first aid. •Our guides conduct twice daily health checks using a pulse oximeter to monitor your oxygen saturation and pulse rate. •Our guides administer the Lake Louise Scoring System (LLSS) to help determine whether you have symptoms of altitude sickness and their severity. •Our guides are certified Wilderness First Responders (WFR). They have the tools to make critical medical and evacuation decisions on location. •Our staff carries bottled oxygen on all climbs and can administer it to quickly treat climbers with moderate and serious altitude sickness. •Our staff carries a first aid kit to treat minor scrapes, cuts and blisters.

Optional

Acclimatization on Kilimanjaro. In short, to acclimatize to the altitudes of Kilimanjaro means to develop certain physiological adaptations of your body to survive in the decompressed environment with abnormally low levels of oxygen. Such adaptation is the most important issue in mountaineering, and it is directly impacted by your fitness, good equipment, adequate supplies and professional crew. Essentially, all these arrangements are made to simplify the process of adaptation to the abnormal altitudes. The following are recommended to achieving acclimatization: •Pre-acclimatize prior to your trip by using a high-altitude training system. •Ascend Slowly. Your guides will tell you, "Pole, pole" (slowly, slowly) throughout your climb. Because it takes time to acclimatize, your ascension should be slow. Taking rest days will help. Taking a day increases your chances of getting to the top by up to 30% and increases your chances of actually getting some enjoyment out of the experience by much more than that. •Do not overexert yourself. Mild exercise may help altitude acclimatization, but strenuous activity may promote HAPE. •Take slow deliberate deep breaths. •Climb high, sleep low. Climb to a higher altitude during the day, then sleep at a lower altitude at night. Most routes comply with this principle and additional acclimatization hikes can be incorporated into your itinerary. •Eat enough food and drink enough water while on your climb. It is recommended that you drink from four to five liters of fluid per day. Also, eat a high calorie diet while at altitude, even if your appetite is diminished. •Use FDA approved drug Diamox for prevention and treatment of AMS. •Diamox should not be taken in by those who have diabet or are sulfur-allergic. At the same time, if you have one of these conditions, this is not a reason to abandon your dream adventure. Consider taking our 7/8-day programs to give your body more time for natural acclimatization, and make sure to inform our wildlife adventure experts, who will take care of the necessary arrangements. •Avoid tobacco, alcohol and other depressant drugs including, barbiturates, tranquillizers, sleeping pills and opiates. These further decrease the respiratory drive during sleep resulting in a worsening of altitude sickness. KILIMANJARO CLIMBING - GEAR LIST Climbing Kilimanjaro is challenging so having the right gear is important for a comfortable experience on the mountain. How Do you Prepare to Climb Kilimanjaro? This section covers what gear you need to bring, physical training, Tanzania entry requirements (passport & visa), immunizations and vaccinations, and travel insurance. What Gear Do You Need to Bring? You are responsible for bringing personal gear and equipment while communal equipment (tents, food, cooking items, etc.) is provided. Below is a gear list of required, recommended and optional items to bring on your climb. Clothing •Waterproof Jacket, breathable with hood •Insulated Jacket, synthetic or down, warm •Soft Jacket, fleece or soft-shell •Long Sleeve Shirt, light-weight, moisture-wicking fabric •Short Sleeve Shirt, light-weight, moisture-wicking fabric •Waterproof Pants, breathable (side zipper recommended) •Hiking Pants •Fleece Pants •Shorts (optional) •Long Underwear, moisture-wicking fabric •Underwear, moisture-wicking fabric recommended •Sport Bra (women) Headwear •Brimmed Hat, for sun protection •Knit Hat, for warmth •Balaclava or Buff (recommended) Handwear •Gloves, warm (waterproof recommended) •Gloves, light Footwear •Hiking Boots or Shoes, warm, waterproof •Socks, wool or synthetic •Gaiters, waterproof Accessories •Sunglasses or Goggles •Backpack Cover, waterproof (optional) •Water Bottle (Nalgene) •Water Bladder (Camelbak type, 2 to 3 liters) •Towel, lightweight, quick-dry •Pee Bottle, to avoid leaving tent at night (recommended) Equipment •Sleeping Bag, warm, four seasons* (with a temperature rating of 0F or warmer (-20F) –(Recommended) •Camp Pillow, inflatable (optional) •Trekking Poles, collapsible (highly recommended) * •Head Lamp, with extra batteries •Duffel Bag, 70L-90L capacity, for porters to carry your equipment •Daypack, 30-35L capacity, for you to carry your personal gear The missing gear can be rented on your arrival day. Other •Toiletries •Prescriptions •Sunscreen •Lip Balm •Insect Repellent, containing DEET •First Aid Kit •Face Mask (Required) •Hand Sanitizer (Required) •Toilet Paper •Wet Wipes (recommended) Food Guide companies generally provide breakfast, lunch, dinner and drinking water during your climb. You’ll want to add to this by bringing snacks, drink mixes and energy foods. Check with your guide company to see what food is provided. •Energy bars •Energy gels •Electrolyte replacement drink mix •Snacks (cookies, GORP, Snickers, etc.)

Others

•Airfare •Visa fee •Lunch or dinner at hotel •Beverages at hotel •Personal gear and equipment •Tips Costs of additional services: •Extra hotel night in Moshi - (The customer will be charged for an additional night’s stay.) •Mountain equipment, ( eg sleeping bag, Trekking poles etc. ( Some equipment available for hire. )

Flights

•Airline tickets; ( international and domestic flights ) are not included in our package. Arrival: If you are arriving at either Kilimanjaro International Airport or Arusha Airport, then airport transfers to and from those airports are included in your trip, we strongly suggest you to email your flight ticket to your Tour Agent / Tour Consultant so we can arrange your transfers accordingly. Our office driver will display your name on a Kilimanjaro Trekking Mate signboard. These procedures ensure that you are picked up by the correct driver at the Airport. Visa Requirements: Make sure that you have a valid passport whose expiry date is sufficient for you to be allowed to enter Tanzania. (Usually, the expiry date must be at least six months from the date of travel, for tourists, and longer for business travelers. With the exception of those travelling from certain African countries (and a few other countries), all visitors to Tanzania must have a valid visa. It is the responsibility of travelers to arrange this. Visas are best arranged in advance. If you are arriving at Kilimanjaro International Airport, without having arranged a visa in advance, please follow the procedure outlined below, to ensure that you get the correct visa and meet up with your driver-guide outside the arrival door: 1.Complete the visa request form (either on the flight or on arrival). 2.Join the queue for one of the visa counters – please don’t let yourself be assisted by anybody at the airport or be persuaded to give your visa money to anyone apart from the staff at the counter. 3.Pay for the visa – USD 100 per person for US nationals and USD 50 per person for nationals of other countries (visa fees are payable in cash ONLY and US bills should not be older than 2006). 4.Make sure that you get a receipt for this transaction – the receipt is yellowish- orange color with a silver seal sticker. 5.Verify that the number on the receipt is the same as the one written on top of the visa stamp on your passport. 6.Queue up for your fingerprints and passport. 7.Collect your luggage and leave by the exit. 8.Outside the exit door you will see our driver guide holding the ‘Kilimanjaro Trekking Mate’ signboard.

Insurance

•Travel Insurance / Mountaineering insurance. Kilimanjaro Trekking Mate does not provide travel insurance therefore the client must obtain travel insurance from their home country with the minimum recommended medical, evacuation, and repatriation coverage covering all applicable dates of any travel with Kilimanjaro Trekking Mate and this insurance must cover personal injury and emergency medical expenses.