Climb the “Roof of Africa”, on Mt Kilimanjaro,trek through their ancestral land or explore the unique flora and fauna of the untouched rainforests. Trekking is the best way to experience the wonders of the stunning mountainous areas of Tanzania and to absorb the wonderful nature and beautiful views.
Day 01 Arrive Kilimanjaro / Kilimanjaro – Marangu (By Road) (80 km/ 02 hrs)
Arrival at Kilimanjaro Airport and transfer to hotel in Marangu. The rest of the day is at leisure before our trek starts in the morning. Overnight at hotel.
Day 02 Marangu – Trek – Rongai Campsite
After breakfast, Proceed to at 5895m above sea level, Kilimanjaro is the highest mountain in Africa and majestically straddles the border between Kenya and Tanzania. Climbing to the top of this dormant volcano is one of Africa’s most exhilarating experiences and today we rise to the challenge. An early start takes us to the pretty wooden village of Nale Moru where we will begin our trek through fields of maize and potatoes before entering the pine forest. Climbing consistently throughout the day, we will stop for the night at the Rongai Campsite, on the edge of the moorland zone with views over the Kenyan plains. Overnight at camp.
Day 03 Rongai Campsite – Trek – Kikelewa
After breakfast, Proceed to continue our steady ascent up to the Second Cave with superb views of Kibo and the Eastern ice fields on the crater rim. After lunch, we leave the main trail and strike out across the moorland on a smaller path towards the jagged peaks of Mawenzi. Our campsite is in a sheltered valley with giant senecios near the Kikelewa Caves. Overnight at camp.
Day 04 Kikelewa Campsite – Trek – Mawenzi Tarn
After breakfast, Proceed to our trek continues with a short but steep climb up grassy slopes. We leave vegetation behind shortly before reaching the next camp at Mawenzi Tarn, directly beneath the towering spires of Mawenz. Overnight at camp.
Day 05 Mawenzi Tarn Camp – Trek – Kibo
After breakfast, Proceed to today we cross the lunar desert of the ‘Saddle’ between Mawenzi and Kibo to reach School campsite at the bottom of the Kibo crater wall. The remainder of the day is spent resting in preparation for the final ascent. Overnight at camp.
Day 06 Kibo Camp – The Summit
After breakfast, Proceed to morning the ascent continues as we climb very slowly on a switchback trail through loose volcanic scree to reach the crater rim at Gillman’s Point. We will rest there for a short time to enjoy the spectacular sunrise over Mawenzi, before carrying on to Uhuru Peak. Absorb the magnificent views across Kenya and Tanzania at ‘the roof of the world’. After some refreshment, we continue the descent to reach our final campsite at Horombo. Overnight at camp.
Day 07 The Summit – Marangu (By Road) (8 kms / 22 min appx.)
After breakfast, Proceed to today is the final day of our trek as we make our final descent to Marangu gate and park headquarters. At Marangu gate successful climbers receive their summit certificates. We meet our driver guide with a packed lunch and drive back to the hotel to take a hot shower and celebrate. Overnight at hotel.
Day 08 Depart Marangu
Departure transfer to onward destination.
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City |
Nights | 5* Hotels |
| Marangu | 02 | Impala Hotel |
| Rongai Campsite | 01 | Camp |
| Kikelewa Campsite | 01 | Camp |
| Mawenzi Tarn | 01 | Camp |
| Kibo Camp | 01 | Camp |
| The Summit | 01 | Camp |
- Accommodation as per the program.
- Services of a private mountain guide, cook and adequate porters to carry both trip provisions and client’s private bags.
- Free storage of excess baggage not required on the mountain hike.
- Meals as per the program
- Entrance fees.
- Local English speaking guide.
- All transfers, sightseeing, excursions.
- All taxes.
- Personal Expenses.
- Camera / Video Camera Fees.
- Medical Aid.
- Tips.
- Travel Insurance.
- Visa (If any).
– Accommodation in good hotels.
– Check-in / out time is 12 noon at most of the hotels.
– Extension to other places is also possible with a minimal extra cost.
– Additional nights are available at each place with minimal supplement.
– A visa is required and must be obtained prior to your departure from your Country.
– If quoted hotel is not available, we will provide one of a similar category and standard.
– Small deviations in the tour program are sometimes necessary, depending on weather, road conditions, flight schedules and room availability.
– In case the government changes presently applicable taxes, increase in airlines prices, fuel surcharge our rates will need to be adjusted accordingly.
– In Asia, there is no relevance between the distance and time of travelling, as it depends upon the condition of the roads and congestion of the traffic.
– While every effort will be made to maintain the itinerary, in view of local strikes etc that are beyond our control all schedule and itineraries are subject to last moment changes.
– Clients must be fully insured, as the company cannot accept liability for loss or damage to client’s property, medical emergencies or any other loss suffered by them whilst on tour.
– In Case of issuing Domestic or International air tickets, SGV is not responsible for any refund if the flight is delayed or cancelled, as it is the responsibility of airline.
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