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Tanzania · Trekking
The journey
Embark on an 8-day climb of Mount Kilimanjaro via the scenic Rongai Route. Experience diverse landscapes, from lush forests to moorlands and lunar-like terrain, while acclimatizing gradually to increase your chances of reaching Uhuru Peak, the highest point in Africa. Enjoy the support of expert guides, porters, and cooks, with full meals and comfortable campsites along the way. Capture stunning views of Mawenzi and Kibo peaks as you make your way to the summit and create memories that will last a lifetime.
Experience diverse landscapes, from lush forests to moorlands and lunar-like terrain, while acclimatizing gradually to increase your chances of reaching Uhuru Peak, the highest point in Africa.
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Day by day
Transfer to your hotel in Moshi for trek orientation.
Meet the guides, who will provide detailed information about the trek.
Check your trekking gear with the guides.
Have dinner and an overnight stay at the hotel in Moshi.
Register at the gate and begin the climb toward Uhuru Peak.
Hike through forested areas, observing wildlife where possible.
Take lunch on the trail.
Arrive at First Cave Camp for an overnight stay.
Enjoy shorter hiking times due to relatively steep but short trail sections.
View Mawenzi Peak ahead during the hike.
Reach Kikelewa Camp for rest and an overnight stay.
Rest and relax in the afternoon at Mawenzi Tarn Camp.
Enjoy stunning views of Mawenzi and Kibo peaks.
Spend the night at Mawenzi Tarn Camp.
Return to Mawenzi Tarn Camp in the afternoon.
Rest and prepare for the next day's trek.
Arrive at Kibo Camp, located below the Kibo cone.
Prepare for the final ascent the next day.
Spend the night at Kibo Camp.
Climb steeply to Gilman's Point on the crater rim.
Continue gradually to Uhuru Peak, the highest point in Africa.
Take photos and enjoy the views at Uhuru Peak.
Descend to Horombo Hut for rest and an overnight stay.
Watch your footing carefully, as the trail can be slippery.
Reach Marangu Gate, where vehicles will be waiting.
Transfer to Moshi or Arusha.
There is an option to purchase souvenirs and refreshments at the gate.
Where this trip takes you
Rongai Gate, Mawenzi Tarn Camp, Kibo Camp, Uhuru Peak
The route
The fine print
Pre- and post-trek accommodation at Ewaso Maasai Home Stay or other guest-preferred options
All park fees and rescue fees
Fair wages for the mountain crew as approved by KINAPA and KIATO
All meals while on the mountain
Arrival and departure transfers
Salaries for guides, porters, and cooks
Large portions of fresh, healthy, and nutritious food
Clean, purified drinking water
Fair and ethical treatment of porters
Sleeping mattresses
4-season mountain tents
Transportation to and from the mountain gate
Professional mountain guides, cooks, and porters
Tanzania visa fee of $50 per person on arrival
Personal expenses such as laundry, telephone, beverages, and others
Optional tours, such as short safaris after the climb
Tips for guides, porters, and cooks
Any other items of a personal nature
Logistics
Your 8 days finish where they began, in Kilimanjaro Airport Rd.
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