DAY 1: Nairobi – Arusha by road.
Departure from Nairobi is in the morning hours for a 4-5 hours journey via Namanga boarder to get to Arusha town. On arrival have lunch then take the rest of the afternoon to sort out your trek gears. Dinner and overnight at a Hotel in Arusha.

DAY 2: Marangu Gate (1980m) – Mandara hut (2700m)
After breakfast at the hotel we leave Arusha behind and head for the mountain via Moshi town and Marangu village. The drive from Arusha to the Kilimanjaro National Park gate, takes about 2 hours. . From the gate we ascend on a cleared ridge trail through the rain forest. The forest is normally suffused with mist and dripping with beards of moss and is home to most Kilimanjaro animals. Today’s trek takes us 5 hours and ascends 720m to reach the first nights stop – Mandara hut.

DAY 3 : Mandara hut (2700m) – Horombo hut (3720m)
From Mandara hut the trail passes through a short stretch of forest then skirts the base of the Maundi Crater before emerging into the moorland. It is well worth a short detour to scramble up the rim of the Maundi Crater for the first impressive view of the Kibo Crater. On a clear day, Kibo will glimmer in the distance, showing off her majestic glaciers in the morning sun. Once we’re in the open moorland we’ll get the chance to see some of Kilimanjaro’s spectacular.

DAY 4 : Horombo hut (3720m) – Kibo hut (4700m)
After breakfast ascend higher into the Alpine desert habitat. From Horombo there are two trails to the “Saddle” (area between Mawenzi and Kibo peaks). The upper route forks right passing Mawenzi that’s rocky and rough underfoot but very scenic. The alternative lower route forking left that’s much easier to trek but more plain but passing the last watering point along the way. Prepare all summit equipment and go to bed early and try to get as much rest and sleep as possible.


DAY 5 : (Summit Attempt) Kibo hut (4700m) – Uhuru Peak (5895m) – Horombo hut (3720m)
We are arisen before midnight, and after taking some tea and biscuits we start off into the night with the going getting tougher as we progress. The first section of the trail consists of a rocky path to the Hans Meyer Cave (5,150m), then the path steeply zigzags up to Gillman’s point (5,681m) on the crater rim.

From Gillmans Point expect snow all the way up to Uhuru peak (5895m), the highest point in Africa. Total exhilaration and satisfaction – you made it. Weather conditions on the summit will determine how long we’re able to spend taking photographs. After cerebrations at the summit we have a 6 hour descent back via Kibo hut to Horombo hut for our overnight. The return to Horombo hut will seem surprisingly fast compared to the ascent with the total time spent walking on this day being around 14 hours, so be prepared for a very tough day. Later in the evening you enjoy your last dinner (with soft drinks and beer for sale at the camp) then a well-earned restful night.

A vehicle will meet you at Marangu village to drive you back to your hotel in Moshi or Arusha. Don’t forget to tip your guides and porters. It is time for celebration!

What's Included?

* Park fees, camping fees & rescue fees
* 18% VAT on tour fees & services
* Professional mountain guides, cooks and porters
* Double layered Sleeping Mats
* Transportation to & from the mountain gate
* Wages of professional mountain guides, cooks and porters
* Katadyn filtered water throughout the trek
* 3 meals daily while on the mountain
* Supplemental Oxygen & Pulse Oximeter
* 10% discount on meals at selected restaurants in Moshi Town
* Pre & Post Trek accommodation at the Weru Weru River Lodge (or alternative) on Bed & Breakfast Basis
* Fair wages for the mountain crew as approved by the Kilimanjaro National Park
* Authority (KINAPA), Kilimanjaro Association of Tour Operators (KIATO)
* 2- way shared airport transfers (for private transfers it costs $20 extra per vehicle)2- way shared airport transfers (for private transfers it costs $20 extra per vehicle)

Exclusions :
* Local and International flights
* Items of a personal nature
* Laundry Services
* A doctor for the group
* Tips to mountain crew
* Portable flush toilet with a toilet tent is extra (US$150 per toilet + toilet tent)

About the guide.

Our guide is an East African Nairobi based proffesonal. We offer safari tours and climbs to Mount Kilimanjaro over different routes, with ascents ranging from 5 to 9 days.

Our guides hold official certifications such as Kilimanjaro Guide License, Wilderness First Aid Responder, Tourism College Certificate, Kilimanjaro search and rescue, High altitude Medicine Skills Acquisition Program for Mountain Guide and more. We strive to provide the best service at the most reasonable rates. Customer satisfaction and safety are our main priority.

We have guaranteed departures to Mount Kilimanjaro every day. You can either join a group (if there is a group on that day) or join us on a private trek just for your group.

Contac us and let's start planning a unique adventure in East Africa together.

You can send your enquiry via the link below.

https://www.blavals.com/contact-us

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