Kilimanjaro trekking 7 days.
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During this tour we follow the popular Machame Route up to the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro. The mountain is 5895 meters and is the highest mountain in Africa!
The trek is about 62 kms long and are mostly suited for those that already have some trekking experience. First time trekkers may also walk this route but might find it a little more of a challenge, however still fully manageable. It is a fantastic feeling to be standing up at the peak called the “roof of Africa” and see the world come to life against the backdrop of a gorgeous sunup.
Tip! Prolong your tour with a safari or a beach vacation at Zanzibar.
This is included:
Transfer from Kilimanjaro/Arusha to Machame Gate.
7 days Machame Route trek according to below presentation.
6 nights in tents at campsites – camping equipment is included. (tent, mattress, chairs, table etc) Please observe: Sleeping bag is not included.
1 night at Mc Ellys hotel in Arusha.
Professional English speaking guide.
Professional English speaking chef.
Meals according to program.
Mineral water.
Entrance fees to the national park.
Travel guarantee via Swedish Kammarkollegiet.
Day to day presentation:
(B= Breakfast, L= Lunch, D= Dinner)
Day 1: Arusha – Machame Gate – Machame Camp.
We get transfer to the mountain Kilimanjaro and the starting point of our trek. At the gate your crew finalize packing and after finishing with formalities you start with walking though the Machame gate and on to your adventure. Today’s hiking is through verdant afro montane forest to Machame camp and on route you have a picnic lunch. Look out for pretty endemic flora and a gradation of forest zones –Overnight Machame Camp. (L,D)
Day 2: Machame Camp – Shira Camp.
From Machame camp you hike to Shira Camp. The first section is relatively steep and altitude is gained rapidly. A picnic lunch is taken on trail today. The zone you pass through today is known as the heath zone where attractive wild flowers and lobelia plants become apparent. Various geologic features can be seen today from lava tubes to glacial valleys–Overnight Shira Camp (B,L,D)
Day 3: Shira Camp – Barranco Camp.
Today we walk steep up to the alpine desert. You ascend into alpine desert and for those that are feeling strong you can even head up to Lava Tower before descending to Barranco camp. Lunch is taken as a picnic lunch on route. This is long day but note that the next time you head to this altitude is in two days time – great acclimatization day—Overnight Barranco Camp (B,L,D)
Day 4: Barranco Camp – Karanga Camp.
From Barranco camp, famous for its’ giant groundsels, you ascend the Barranco wall and hike glacial valleys to Karanga camp. Today is a relatively short day hiking and lunch is taken at Karanga camp. In the afternoon a walk can be taken with your guides for great views of the Southern walls of Kibo and deep glacial valleys—Overnight Karanga Camp (B,L,D)
Day 5: Barranco Camp – Barafu Camp.
Today is another half day ascending to Barafu camp. Once again lunch is taken in camp allowing plenty of time to relax before the summit bid. Desolate alpine desert and at times strong winds rip over this camp and yet in the evening splendid views of Mawenzi peak are the norm. A relatively early dinner is taken before heading to rest for the evening—Overnight Barafu Camp (B,L,D)
Day 6: Barafu Camp – Summit – Mweka Camp.
Most people depart just before midnight for the final summit bid. Patience and persistence is the name of game to reach the summit and by dawn as the first rays of light start to appear, most arrive near the rim. Ascending via Stella Point affords a relatively short final section to Uhuru peak, the Roof of Africa! What goes up must come down and your goal today is to reach Mweka camp. Have overnight Mweka Camp. (B,L,D)
Day 7: Mweka – Arusha.
After breakfast you descend once again through montane forest and around mid day after saying farewell to your crew, you are picked up and transfer back to Arusha and your hotel for leisure. Overnight at hotel Mc Ellys or similar. (B,L)
This is not included:
International flight. (Can be bought on your own or via us)
Visa to Tanzania.
Sleeping bag.
Meals not mentioned in the program.
Alcoholic drinks and soft drinks.
Tip.
Travel insurance.
Extra services:
Portabel toilet (about 300 usd per person)
Oxygen tanks (about 100 usd per person for 1 tank.)
Tip! You can get a discount if you are 3 persons or more travelling together.
About Kilimanjaro and the trek.
Mount Kilimanjaro is the tallest mountain in Africa. It stands an impressive 19,341 feet tall over the Tanzanian plains. Mount Kilimanjaro is also the tallest free standing mountain in the world, meaning it is not part of a mountain range (such as Mount Everest and the Himalayans).
Many people climb Kilimanjaro every year. The activity is not just for hard core backpackers and experienced mountaineers. Everyday people, including accountants, engineers, food servers and teachers, successfully reach the top. Children as young as 6 years old and seniors as old as 82 years old have done it. Experts agree that anyone who is in average physical shape can climb Kilimanjaro, which is why the mountain is so popular amongst the general adventure seeking population. No technical mountaineering ability is required.
The weather on the mountain varies widely depending on the elevation and season. It can be extremely cold near the summit, so warm, windbreaking clothing is a necessity. Heavy rain is also possible at any time, so quality waterproof gear is mandatory. All climbers should be well equipped.
The best time to climb Kilimanjaro is during the dry season. January, February, July, August, September, October are the best months to go. The rainy season occurs during the months of March, April, May, June, November and December.
