Mount Kilimanjaro Over View
Mount Kilimanjaro, with its three volcanic cones, Kibo, Mawenzi, and Shira, is
an inactive stratovolcano in north-eastern Tanzania and the highest
mountain in Africa at 5,895 metres or 19,341 ft above sea level (the Uhuru
Peak / Kibo Peak). Mount Kilimanjaro is the highest freestanding mountain
as well as the 4th most prominent mountain in the world, rising 5,895
metres or 19,298 ft from the base.
Machame Route
Machame route is likely Mt. Kilimanjaro's most scenic climb. The ideal hike
requires at least 6 days on the mountain and will take you through
rainforest,moorlands and via the Lava Tower before your final ascent to
the peak.
7 Days Mount Kilimanjaro Climbing Machame Route
Day 1: Moshi / Machame camp (3000m)
Meet & great at your hotel in moshi after breakfast, drive to Machame park
gate where we can begin our trek through rain forest to Machame camp at an
altitude of 3000m.We can stop for a picnic lunch along the way, and this
hike will take us about 5- 6hours before we arrive at our camp in time for
dinner tonight.
Day 2: Machame / Shira Camp ( 3840m)
This morning we can continue our trek to the next camp which is
about a 4- 5hour hike, stopping for a picnic lunch along the way. We will
arrive at Shira Camp at 3840m in good time for dinner.
Day 3: Shira / Baranco Camp (3950m)
We can have an early start this morning heading to Baranco camp
where we will sleep tonight at an altitude of 3950m. From Baranco camp,
we can then continue onto Lava Tower for acclimatisation at 4600m, for a
picnic lunch. This climb will take us a total of 6- 7 hours, and we can
return to Baranco camp in time for dinner.
Day 4: Baranco / Karanga Camp (4000m)
After breakfast we can begin our climb of the Baranco Walls which
reaches 4250m before arriving at Karanga camp at an altitude of 4000m, in
time for a hot lunch and a rest. This will take us about 3- 4 hours, and
it will be a good idea to walk around this afternoon for acclimatisation
purposes. We will have dinner here at Karanga camp tonight and can spend
the night here.
Day 5: Karanga / Barafu Camp (4600m)
This morning we can continue our hike up to Barafu camp at 4600m
which will take us 3- 4 hours. An early dinner and sleep this evening
Day 6: Barafu / Uhuru peak (5895m) / Mweka camp (3100m)
Wake up for a hot drink and snacks at 11pm to warm us for our 6- 7 hour hike to the Uhuru peak 5895m!! We
should arrive at the summit of Mt.Kilimanjaro in time for high fives with
the sunrise!!. From the highest point of Africa's highest mountain, we have about
3 hours to climb down to Barafu camp, where we can have a full breakfast
and take the morning to relax before also having lunch here. Well
refreshed, we can then continue our descent for another 3- 4 hours to
arrive at Mweka camp (3100m) in time for dinner and a good night's sleep.
Day 7: Mweka / Moshi
After breakfast we can make our final descent through rain forest
to Mweka park gate which will take us about 3- 4 hours, where our vehicle
will be waiting to transfer us back to Moshi town. You should arrive in
your welcoming hotel in time for a hot shower before lunch! From here you
can have arranged to take an eco- tour safari walk to a nearby Maasai
village, leave on safari to a Tanzanian National Park, or to transfer to
the next destination of your choice tomorrow, or even later today if
required.
Included in the price:
Þ Airport transfers.
Þ All camping equipment.
Þ Transfer to and from the base of the mountain.
Þ Full board accommodation whilst on the trek.
Þ 3 Meals a day ( special diet vegetarian and hallal).
Þ Accommodations in camps/huts as per the itinerary.
Þ All park entrance fees to include government taxes.
Þ Service of an English speaking professional guide, porters and skilled cook.
Þ Start and finish Nairobi.
Þ Water -You just need bottled water only the first day. The rest of the days we boil or add purifying tablets then filter using MSR water filtering pump before refilling in your water bottles in the morning.
Þ Rescue fee.
Þ H.F Radio communication for backup incase or rescue.
Excluded in the price:
Þ Laundry.
Þ Tips.
Þ Hikking equipments.
Þ Soft drinks.
Þ Accommodation before and after the trek.
Þ climbing gears ( we have them for hire).
Þ International flights.
Þ Visas to Kenya.
Þ Items of personal nature.
Þ Any other extras not detailed in the above itinerary.
Þ No mosquito net.
NB: Proper equipments are vital to safe and enjoyable trek.
Sample Food Menu
During our expedition we normally provide enough, fresh and clean food. When it comes to cooking we cook different food at different elevation putting into consideration of the boiling point at different heights so that the food will be well cooked for easier digestion. We also have food supply on the Mountain to make sure that there is enough and fresh food through out the trek.
Considering all that, you need water to avoid dehydration, we will provide you with fresh fruits.
BREAKFAST: Fruit Juice, Fruit, Cereal/Porridge, Eggs bread/French-toast/Plain-toast/Pancakes, Sausages, Margarine, Jam/Honey, Tea/Coffee/Drinking chocolate. Boiled egg, spinach omelet or fried egg with beacon and bread.
SNACKS: Peanuts/Crisps/Popcorn/Cookies.
LUNCH: Sliced Carrot and Cucumber stripes, Avocado slices, Boiled egg, Vegetable/Meat cutlets, Sandwiches (Egg/ Cheese/Tomato/Tuna/Meat/Peanut butter), Fruit. Boiled egg, salami sandwich, cheese, French toast, Macaroni, meat sauce and bread.
DINNER: Soup of the day, Bread, Salad, Rice/Pasta/Potatoes, Chicken/Meat, Mixed Vegetables (Carrot/French -Beans/Cabbage), Lentils, Fruit Salad, Fruit with custard, Tea/Coffee/Milo/Drinking chocolate. Spaghetti with meat sauce or fish with rice, Fried beef with roast potatoes, rice, carrots, cabbage. Roast chicken with vegetable, fried rice, green pepper, carrots.
ON WAY TO THE SUMMIT (midnight snack)
Hot Chocolate, Tea or coffee and biscuits, Glucose, Chocolate bar, orange squash or soup.
NOTE: We are flexible and willing to accept Tourist suggestions on Food menu and equipments information during our trek.
NB: You have the right to bring your food if you see any need to do so. But on our side, the food will be enough and fresh to avoid any side effects.
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