On arrival, you will be met at the Kilimanjaro Airport and will be driven to Arusha for an overnight at Ilboru safari lodge.
Overnight: Arusha planet Lodge(BB)

Arusha Planet Lodge is a welcoming retreat located near Arusha, Tanzania. Surrounded by beautiful gardens and stunning views of Mount Meru, it offers a peaceful atmosphere for travelers. Enjoy comfortable accommodations with modern amenities, and indulge in delicious local cuisine at the on-site restaurant. The lodge is an ideal base for exploring nearby attractions, including national parks and cultural sites.

•Elevation (ft): 5,400ft to 9,400ft
•Distance: 11 km
•Hiking Time: 5-7 hours
•Habitat: Rain Forest

The drive from Moshi to the Mount Kilimanjaro National Park Gate takes about 50 minutes. The journey passes through the village of Machame which is located on the lower slopes of the mountain. We now leave the park gate and walk through the rain forest on a winding trail up a ridge. Lower down, the trail can be muddy and slippery. Gaiters and trekking poles are a good idea here. We continue a short distance until we reach the Machame Camp.

•Elevation (ft): 9,400ft to 12,500ft
•Distance: 5 km
•Hiking Time: 4-6 hours
•Habitat: Moorland

After breakfast, we leave the glades of the rain forest and continue on an ascending path, crossing the little valley walking along a steep rocky ridge, covered with heather, until the ridge ends. The route now turns west onto a river gorge. Time for rest, dinner, and overnight at the Shira campsite.

•Elevation (ft): 12,500ft to 13,000ft
•Distance: 10 km
•Hiking Time: 6-8 hours
•Habitat: Semi Desert

From the Shira Plateau, we continue to the east up a ridge, passing the junction towards the peak of Kibo. As we continue, our direction changes to the South East towards the Lava Tower, called the "Shark's Tooth." Shortly after the tower, we come to the second junction which brings us up to the Arrow Glacier at an altitude of 16,000ft. We now continue down to the Barranco Hut at an altitude of 13,000ft. Here we rest, enjoy dinner, and overnight. Although you end the day at the same elevation as when you started, this day is very important for acclimatization and will help your body prepare for summit day.

•Elevation (ft): 13,000ft to 13,100ft
•Distance: 5 km
•Hiking Time: 4-5 hours
•Habitat: Alpine Desert

After breakfast, we leave Barranco and continue on a steep ridge passing the Barranco Wall, to the Karanga Valley

campsite. This is a short day meant for acclimatization.

•Elevation (ft): 13,100ft to 15,300ft
•Distance: 4 km
•Hiking Time: 4-5 hours
•Habitat: Alpine Desert

After breakfast, we leave Karanga and hit the junction which connects with the Mweka Trail. We continue up to the Barafu Hut. At this point, you have completed the South Circuit, which offers views of the summit from many different angles. Here we make camp, rest, enjoy dinner, and prepare for the summit day. The two peaks of Mawenzi and Kibo are to be seen from this position.

•Elevation (ft): 15,300ft to 19,345ft (and down to 10,000ft)
•Distance: 5 km ascent / 12 km descent
•Hiking Time: 7-8 hours ascent / 4-6 hours descent
•Habitat: Arctic

Very early in the morning (midnight to 2am), we continue our way to the summit between the Rebmann and Ratzel glaciers. You head in a northwesterly direction and ascend through heavy scree towards Stella Point on the crater rim. This is the most mentally and physically challenging portion of the trek. At Stella Point (18,600 ft), you will stop for a short rest and will be rewarded with the most magnificent sunrise you are ever likely to see (weather permitting). From Stella Point, you may encounter snow all they way on your 1-hour ascent to the summit. At Uhuru Peak, you have reached the highest point on Mount Kilimanjaro and the continent of Africa. Faster hikers will see the sunrise from the summit. From the summit, we now make our descent continuing straight down to the Mweka Hut camp site, stopping at Barafu for lunch. You will want gaiters and trekking poles for the loose gravel going down. Mweka Camp is situated in the upper forest and mist or rain can be expected in the late afternoon. Later in the evening, we enjoy our last dinner on the mountain and a well-earned sleep.

•Elevation (ft): 10,000ft to 5,400ft
•Distance: 10 km
•Hiking Time: 3-4 hours
•Habitat: Rain Forest

After breakfast, we continue the descent down to the Mweka Park Gate to receive your summit certificates. At lower elevations, it can be wet and muddy. Gaiters and trekking poles will help. Shorts and t-shirts will probably be plenty to wear (keep rain gear and warmer clothing handy). From the gate, you continue another hour to Mweka Village. A vehicle will meet you at Mweka village to drive you back to Arusha to continue other plans Overnight: Arusha planet lodge (BB,D)

Transfers to the airport

Total Price Per Person
$ 2,471

30% deposit is required within 2 Weeks, 14 days to secure the booking.
Half of this first payment (15% of the total) is a non-refundable fee for services rendered and costs incurred by us in planning, researching, preparing and arranging your trip, before departure.
The remaining 70% has to be remitted at least (7 weeks) 49 days prior to the trip commencement.

Any booking made within 60 days prior to client’s arrival, full payments is required to confirm the booking.

Detailed Terms & Conditions can be found HERE

Travel Insurance
As with all travel, risks are involved in the activities offered on this trip. We strongly recommend obtaining foreign medical/trip cancellation/travel insurance before participation to protect your investment in the event of unexpected situations

• Conservation Fees, Camping/ Hut fees & Rescue fees

• Camping equipmen to Terra Nova/ Vaude/Northland Mountain tents

• Airport transfers.

• Transport to and from the Kilimanjaro National Park

• Guide, assistant guides, porters

• Meals + mountain chef while on the mountain

• Water throughout the trek

• Hotel Accommodation:

• 1 Night for the Group’s Pre climb hotel accommodation in Arusha on bed & breakfast basis

• 1 Night for the Group’s Post climb hotel accommodation inclusive of complimentary dinner!

• VHF ICOM Radio Communication

• Pulse Oximeter – for monitoring your body performance while on the high altitude

• Fair wages paid to our mountain crew (porters, cook and guides) as part of our responsibility to the

• Community and Fair Treatment of our mountain Crew – our practices conform with our partners in responsible travel including Kilimanjaro Porters Assistance Project (KPAP), Kilimanjaro National Park

  (KINAPA), Kilimanjaro Porters Association (KPA) as well as Kilimanjaro Association of Tour Operators (KIATO)

• Snacks, personal hygiene kit and personal medication

• Extra acclimatization day – An extra day can be added while on the mountain and each extra day costs extra US$ 300 per person and this amount will be paid at our main office after the climb.

• Water purification tabs

• Personal mountain clothing & trekking gear - some of the kit is available for hire in Moshi

• Flights and Tanzania entry visa

• Travel Insurance

• Tipping - While we realise that tipping may not be a common practice in all countries and cultures, it has always been a customary tradition on Kilimanjaro and plays a part in the financial compensation for the crew on the climb. The exact tipping amount depends on group size and how many days were spending on the mountain.

  We recommend giving the tip to the main guide who will then distribute the tip among the mountain crew. We recommend not paying any tips until you and all your gear have descended from the mountain.

• Items of a personal nature.

PREPARATION CHECK LIST

TRAVEL DOCUMENTS

• Valid passport and visa

• Airline ticket

• International health card with immunizations (Yellow fever)

• Travel insurance

• Medical insurance

• US $ cash / Credit Card

ESSENTIAL ITEMS

• Duffel bag – large enough for all climbing gear and clothing. To be carried by the porters. An extra bag to be left at the hotel with extra gear

• Small luggage lock – to lock zippers

• Day backpack – between 20 – 35 liters. Large enough to carry your water, camera, raincoat, lunch pack, snacks & warm clothing

• Sleeping bag

• Ski-pole / walking stick

• Water bottle / containers

• Kilimanjaro map (Can be bought at Park gate)

HIGH GEAR ALTITUDE

• Waterproof, breathable & windproof jacket (outer wear like Ventex, Gore-Tex or Jeantex)

• Waterproof, breathable & windproof pants (outer wear)

• Polar fleece (middle layer)

• Thermal underwear (under layers)

• Mittens or warm gloves

• Glove liners (if necessary)

• One pair thermal (polertex) socks

• Balaclava

• Gaiters

• Thermal water flask

HIKING GEAR

• Shorts

• Hiking pants

• Regular underwear

• T-shirts

• Raincoat or Poncho

FOOTWARE

• Water resistant semi-stiff hiking boots – mid weight boots work great

• Shoes for overnight camps – i.e. sneakers, running shoes, etc.

• Socks – several pairs for the climb

• Liner socks – to keep your feet dry and limit the risk of blisters

EQUIPMENTS

• Sun hat or similar (with a brim)

• Collapsible ski stick (optional but highly recommended)

• Water bottles – two or three (total capacity at least 4 liters)

• Head lamp, good strong one with spare batteries and an extra light bulb

• Water purification tablets

• Sunglasses, good quality dark lenses for the climb, with a securing strap

• Flashlight (torch) with spare batteries

PERSONAL ITEMS

• Toilet kit (soap, tooth brush, toilet articles, wet wipes, etc.)

• Towel

• Sun screen and lip protection, SPF 30+

• Ziploc bags, to protect camera, binoculars, etc. from dust

• Toilet paper

• Money belt for passport and valuables

MEDICAL AND FIRST AID SUPPLIES

• Headache tablets

• Altitude Sickness-Diamox (if not allergic to sulpha)

• Diarrhea – Imodium

• Nausea – Valoid

• Malaria – Prophylaxis

• Water purification tablets

• Painkillers

• Muscular sprains

• Abrasions blisters and cuts – Plaster, bandages

• Antiseptic cream – Betadine

• Flu and colds

• Eye drops

• Insect repellent

OPTIONAL ITEMS

• Camera, extra lenses and film (ASA 200 film recommended)

• Binoculars

• Powdered sports drinks for the climb (ex. Game or Isotonic drinks)

• Pocket knife

• Notebook & pencil

• Plastic bags to keep clothing dry (masking tape)

• Energy snacks and sweets

• Video camera, tapes, battery packs and tri-pod