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7 daysDuration
Private TourPrivate experience, no group joining
15 peopleMaximum group size
16 - 80 yearsAge range for participants
TanzanianGuide language
5895mHighest point reached
Starts
Moshi, Tanzania
Ends
Moshi, Tanzania
Highlights
Enjoy stunning views of Mawenzi Peak and Kibo Peak
Reach the highest point in Africa
Traverse the Shira Plateau from one end to the other
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What's Included
Airport pickup and drop off. Private transport between your hotel and the starting point of the trek2 nights at a hotel in Moshi, one before the climb and one after. Accommodation during the trip in tented campsAll national park entry /camping feesBreakfast, lunch and dinner as well as hot drinks during the trek. Other meals as per the itineraryStaff: Experienced, English-speaking tour guides. Assistant guides, porters and professional cooksKilimanjaro National Park's rescue team feesAll government taxesSpacious tents, sleeping mats, camping tables, chairs and a separate dining tentPortable oxygen and complete first aid kit ( to be used in case of emergency only). An oxymeter (to be carried by your guide)Hot water for washing will be provide everyday during the trek3 - 4 litres of mineral/treated water per climber provided daily during the climbKilimanjaro National Park certificates upon completion
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day 1 - Moshi – Londorossi Gate – Mti Mkubwa Camp
We will pick you up from your accommodation in Moshi and drive you to Londorossi Park Gate. Drive through a forest in a 4WD vehicle for about 11 km more to reach Lemosho Glades. The final destination of the day is Mti Mkubwa Camp where you will reach after around four to five hours of walking.
Total time spent walking: 4 - 5 hours
Duration:5 hours
Accommodation: Camping
Meals:Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
day 2 - Mti Mkubwa Camp – Shira Camp 1
The trail gradually becomes more steep as it enters the giant heather and moorland zone before crossing the Shira Ridge (3,600 m). It then drops gently from the ridge to reach Shira Camp 1 (3,500 m), which is located by a stream on the Shira Plateau.
Total walking distance: 12 km
Total time spent walking: 5 hours
Duration:5 hours
Accommodation: Camping
Meals:Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
day 3 - Shira Camp1 – Shira Camp 2
A gentle walk across the Shira Plateau will take you to Shira Camp 2 (3,840 m), which is located amid moorland meadows by a stream. In case you want to explore the surrounding area, a variety of short walks are available today, making this an excellent acclimatization day.
Total walking distance: 6 km
Total time spent walking: 2 hours
Duration:6 hours
Accommodation: Camping
Meals:Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
day 4 - Shira Camp 2 – Lava Tower – Barranco Camp
Head east after breakfast, toward Kilimanjaro’s looming mass. Traverse a rocky landscape to reach the prominent landmark called the Lava Tower (4,630 m). This chunky remnant of Kilimanjaro’s earlier volcanic activity is several hundred feet high, and the trail passes right below it.
The sure-footed can scramble to the top of the tower if they want to. Stop for lunch near the tower before starting your two-hour descent to reach Barranco Camp (3,950 m). There are numerous opportunities for great photos on this hike. Barranco Camp is in a valley below the Barranco Wall, which should provide you with a memorable sunset while you wait for your dinner.
Be careful to search for any signs of altitude sickness today. Inform us if you feel you are suffering from this.
Total walking distance: 15 km
Total time spent walking: 7 hours
Duration:7 hours
Accommodation: Camping
Meals:Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
day 5 - Baranco Camp – Barafu Hut
Traverse the floor of the great Barranco Valley and hike up the Barranco Wall. Continue trekking through the South Circuit, past the Karanga Valley to reach Barafu Hut (4600 m). Enjoy excellent views of Kibo and Mawenzi Peaks from the hut.
Please note that Barafu Hut is situated on an exposed and dangerous ridge, so it is necessary to familiarise yourself with the terrain before dark. Have your dinner and take some rest. We will summit the peak tonight.
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Total time spent walking: 7 - 8 hours
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Accommodation: Camping
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day 6 - Barafu Hut – Uhuru Peak – Mweka Camp
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Reach the summit of the highest peak in the African continent. Spend some time on the top before starting your three-hour descent back to Barafu Camp, where you can enjoy your well-earned but short rest.
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Total walking distance: 7 km up & 23 km down
Total time spent walking: 8 hours up, 7-8 hours down
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day 7 - Mweka Camp – Mweka Gate – Moshi
It is a short, scenic, three-hour hike back to the park gate after breakfast. At Mweka Gate, you can sign your name and add details in a register. This is also where successful climbers receive their summit certificates. Climbers who reached Stella Point are issued green certificates and those who summited Uhuru Peak receive gold certificates.
We will be driven back to Moshi for an overdue hot shower and a comfortable night at hotel from Mweka Gate.
