Kili Lemosho/Western Breach

Day 2 – Shira Plateau  As we leave the Montane Forest and enter the Hagenia zone, our views open and we will catch our first views of the Kibo peak. This is a good acclimatization hike, as we go up and down several ridges along the way to our highest point of the day at 11,500’ before descending to camp.  Overnight at Shira 1 Camp. Hiking: 6-9 hours Overnight Altitude 11,300’  

Day 4 – Lava Tower  We will hike slowly along the Western side of the Kibo massif today, entering the alpine zone - a rocky and volcanic landscape, where only the hardiest of vegetation survives. The Western Breach will be visible above us in all its imposing glory.   An afternoon scramble up Lava Tower may be possible if energy, time, and weather permit.  Hiking: 5-7 hours Overnight Altitude ~ 15,214’  

Kilimanjaro

Day 6 – Western Breach to Crater Camp  After an early start (5 AM, with up to an hour hiking by handlamp), we will wind our way slowly up the Western Breach route to the crater rim of Kilimanjaro, 7-8 hours of hiking due to the altitude -  despite the short distance. Although the Western Breach does not have any technical climbing, it has areas of scrambling where you use your hands to help you up steep rocky areas. Once in the Crater, if time and energy permit we might explore the inner Crater and the ash pit, or simply rest in camp. This route puts you in Crater Camp usually early enough in the day to maximize your chance of seeing the inner crater and ash pit. Our Camp has wonderful view of the Crater's glaciers, and it is amazing to walk over to and around the nearest one. Hiking: 7-8 hours Overnight Altitude ~18,769’  

Arusha | Kilimanjaro

Day 8 – Mweka Park Gate We make the final descent to the trailhead today, about 3-5 hours hiking. Here we will have lunch and say goodbye to our mountain crew before leaving Mount Kilimanjaro and heading back to town. Arrive at your lodge usually between 3-5 PM. Hiking: 3-5 hours   WHAT'S INCLUDED Group climb prices are in US Dollars, per person, based on twin or double occupancy. Our prices include ground transportation to and from the trailhead, guides, porters, park fees and taxes (these are subject to government increase after booking), 2 nights lodging before the climb and one night after the climb (usually at Planet Lodge, but other options are possible too), all meals during the climb and some meals while staying at hotels/lodges, portable camping toilet in a privacy tent, safety/emergency gear including Gamow bag (hyperbaric chamber), oxygen (brought for emergencies not routine use), pulse oximeter, group first aid kit. Airport transfers (Kilimanjaro or Arusha town airports, or hotels/bus station in Arusha) are included but only if you arrive and depart on the assigned group dates. For arrivals and departures on other dates we charge airport transfer fees extra. Single Supplement If you are traveling solo, we charge a single supplement of $500 US Dollars. This is waived if you don’t mind sharing a room and tent with someone of the same gender from the group, and if you choose a climb group that has other travelers.  What's Not Included Our prices exclude flights, tips/gratuities, bottled water/beverages at lodges, and travel visas.