Day 1 : MACHAME GATE TO MACHAME HUT 9KM 6/7HRS
After breakfast in Arusha you will be transferred to Kilimanjaro National Park gate where you will embark on your climb of Kilimanjaro. Provided with pack lunch then through the cultivation zone and the forest to Machame hut. Here you will spend the evening at the Machame hut for B.L.D.

DAY 2: MACHAME HUT TO SHIRA HUT 7KM 5/6HRS.
After morning breakfast Leave Machame hut in the morning, path leads up through steep rocky ridges to Shira hut above sea level is reached in the late afternoon. You will have superb views of the shira plateau and the land below Mt. Meru another extinct volcano is seen on the south western direction. Overnight shira hut B.L.D.

DAY 3: SHIRA HUT TO BARRANCO HUT 10KM 6/7HRS.
After morning breakfast From the Shira Plateau, you will continue east passing the junction heading toward the peak of Kibo. Along the way you will pass “sharks tooth” which will bring you up to the arrow glacier. You now continue down-hill to Barranco hut, where you will spend the evening at an altitude of 3,860m for B.L.D.

DAY 4: BARRANCO HUT (ACCLIMATIZATION)
After breakfast, this day is spent to acclimatize to the altitude. With B.L.D at Barranco hut.

DAY 5: BARRANCO HUT TO BARAFU HUT 8KM, 7/8 HRS.
After breakfast Leave from Barranco hut and cross the floor of the great Barranco valley and up to the Barranco wall; continue the trek on the south circuit path passing through the Karanga Valley (last water point – Karanga River). Your path joints the Mweka route and up the abroad ridge to Barafu hut you have excellent Views of the top section of the kibo dome, the Mawenzi peak and plains below Overnight Barafu hut B.L.D.

DAY 6: BARAFU HUT TO STELLA POINT TO UHURU 11HRS BACK TO MWEKA HUT 5KM 4/7 HRS.
Between midnight and one (1am) start the trek to conquer the highest point in Africa. This section of the route s very steep and is considered the steepest on the non-technical path on this mountain. You will encounter at least five (5) grueling hours to reach the crater rim at Stella point. The fascinating colors changing sunrise is the right reward at Uhuru peak. The descent is past Stella point and barafu hut to mweka hut B.L.D.

DAY 7: MWEKA HUT TO MWEKA GATE 10KM 3/4HRS.
After morning breakfast then the day is spent for a leisurely descent through the forest on a narrow path to the gate where we arrive, exhausted but exhilarated, to meet our drivers and transfer to Arusha…to catch the shuttle to Nairobi.
 

PRICE INCLUDES:
*Transportation to the machame gate and back & Shuttle to Nairobi
*Park entrance fee
*Rescue fee &
*Porters and Guide
*Cook and Food – breakfast, hot lunches /packed lunches, dinners
01 Night accommodation in Arusha

PRICE EXCLUDES:
*Tips
*Drinks
*Mineral water

NB: We can also offer shuttle transport from Nairobi to Arusha.
 

Mountaineering is sport, hobby or profession of walking, hiking, backpacking and climbing mountains.

In Tanzania we are proud of possession many mountains. These mountains vary in height, location, climate etc. Kilimanjaro which is the highest mountain in Africa have attracted many climbers from around the globe. Mount Meru (4566m.) and Ol Donyo Lengai (active volcano) are also popular. Other mountains in Tanzania are Mt. Hanang (3417m.), Longido (2629m.), Usambara Mountains, Mt. Lemagrut, Mt. Lolmalasin, Mt Oldean, Uluguru Mountains, etc.

Would be climbers need to be equipped with trekking gears when attempting the climb. Every mountain is unique from each other, and this makes it important to be well informed before deciding which one to climb. In Tanzania, most climbers opt for Kilimanjaro and Mount Meru. Meru is Africa’s fifth highest peak with fabulous views of Mt. Kilimanjaro and the Momela Lakes from the summit. The challenging ascent to the crater of Ol Donyo Lengai passes through some fantastic scenery with panoramic views of the Rift Valley. The trek to the top of Lengai is very steep and a true challenge which is attempted only by hikers with good level of fitness.

Tanzania - Mountaineering / Trekking
• Kilamanjaro
• Mount Meru
• Oldonyo Lengai
• Lemagrut
• Usambara
• Uluguru

I provide three different climbing styles to choose from; whether lightweight, luxury, or VIP, you are sure to find the right option and equipment that meets your needs.  You may also wish to climb with a group of like-minded individuals on a small group climb or make plans for a private ascent.

VIP
This package includes a proper bed, walk-in tents, a wash tent, and a bathroom tent.  Tips for the guide and porters are included in the price, making it a good option for relaxation and peace of mind.

Luxury
This the most popular climb package, providing 3m x 3m dome tents with thick mattresses and sleeping bags, and a separate bathroom tent.  This is a great option for those looking for great comfort at a reasonable price.

Lightweight
In this option less camp equipment is needed thus fewer porters are needed, making this the most economical package.

Small Group versus Private Climbs
A scheduled climb up Mount Kilimanjaro is the most cost effective option and ideal for both couples and individuals.  Imagine the exhilarating experience of climbing the monster mountain with fellow travelers who all share the same goal – standing atop the summit of the world’s tallest freestanding mountain. In addition to the mutual support and encouragement a small group offers, you’ll also find you are likely to make life-long friends.
Small group climbs are offered for various routes on specific dates throughout the year on a first come, first served basis.  Any trip can run with a two person minimum and single travelers are welcome to join any scheduled climb.
Private Kilimanjaro climbs are ideal for those seeking the exclusive attention of their guides or for friends or family climbing together. Private trips can depart on any date (subject to the availability of crew and equipment).
Success on you climbing Africa highest mountains relies on planning and climbing with experts.

The Team
During your climb on Kilimanjaro you will be accompanied all the way by a hard working team including a highly experienced head guide, assistant guides, camp crew and porters. We pride ourselves on only using the best guides, who are experienced, fully trained and knowledgeable about all aspects of Kilimanjaro and Tanzania’s culture and life. Our extraordinary partners on the ground will ensure that your climb is fun, safe, and rewarding.
There is a full operations team back at base who are crucial to your climb. During your time on Kilimanjaro there will be one specific manager at base who will be assigned to twice daily communications with your group; the operations team monitors your climb checking your performance and health as well as that of all the crew members. They are ready to assist swiftly should it be required.

They will check every item of your gear and climbing kit before your climb and provide you with an extensive orientation so you are completely prepared for your ascent.

Porter Policy & Ethics
Porters and climb staff benefit from regular, ongoing training in all aspects of their work, including the natural history and ecology of Mount Kilimanjaro and many further topics that help broaden their outlook. All of the climb staff are encouraged and supported with furthering their education, to progress and seek promotion, and to see climbing Kilimanjaro as a rewarding long term career. All are kept informed and involved in the trips and the progression of the operation and are very well paid.
All of our mountain crew have access to good medical care both on and off the mountain, are well clothed and equipped, and provided with plenty of food of the best available quality. Our porters’ loads are always within the limit set out for Kilimanjaro porters by Tanzania National Parks and each load is carefully packed and weighed before departure to ensure that each porter is comfortable.

We have strong ethical and environmental policies, ensuring that climb crews are well cared for and properly equipped at all times and that your porters are well paid. We leave no trace of our presence on Kilimanjaro other than footprints. Not only is this the right way to treat our partners on the ground, but it has the bonus of ensuring that these important people are always in the best possible condition to look after our clients during their ascent of Kilimanjaro and take good care of the magnificent mountain that dominates their lives.
I believe that the safety and wellbeing of our clients and your climbing crew are of paramount importance and do not set out to be the cheapest Kilimanjaro climbing operator on the mountain. Instead, I offer high value for money on all our climbs.