Kilimanjaro Trek 8 days

Arusha

DAY 2 We depart Arusha for Londorossi Gate, which takes about 4 hours, where you will complete entry formalities. Then drive to the Lemosho trailhead. Upon arrival at trailhead, we begin hiking through undisturbed forest which winds to the first camp site. Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch on route either hot lunch or packed lunch and Dinner. Elevation : 7,742 ft to 9,498 ft Distance :  6 km/4 miles Hiking Time : 3-4 hours Habitat : Forest Mti Mkubwa to Shira 1 Camp

DAY 4 We explore the Shira Plateau for a full day. It is a gentle walk east on moorland meadows towards Shira 2 Camp. Then we divert from the main trail to Moir Hut, a little used site on the base of Lent Hills. A variety of walks are available on Lent Hills making this an excellent acclimatization opportunity. Shira Plateau is one of the highest plateaus on earth. Meal Plan: Lunch on route either hot lunch or packed lunch. Elevation :  11,500 ft to 13,800 ft Distance :  11 km/ 7 miles Hiking Time :  5-7 hours Habitat : Heath Moir Hut - Lava Tower - Barranco Camp

DAY 6 We begin the day by descending into a ravine to the base of the Great Barranco Wall. Then we climb the non-technical but steep, nearly 900 ft cliff. From the top of the Barranco Wall we cross a series of hills and valleys until we descend sharply into Karanga Valley. One more steep climb up leads us to Karanga Camp. This is a shorter day meant for acclimatization. Meal Plan: Lunch on route either hot lunch or packed lunch. Elevation :  13,044 ft to 13,106 ft Distance : 5 km/ 3miles Hiking Time : 4-5 hours Habitat : Alpine Desert Karanga Camp to Barafu Camp.

Arusha | Kilimanjaro

DAY 8 Very early in the morning (around midnight), we begin our push to the summit. This is the most mentally and physically challenging portion of the trek. The wind and cold at this elevation and time of day can be extreme. We ascend in the darkness for several hours while taking frequent, but short, breaks. Near Stella Point (18,900 ft), you will be rewarded with the most magnificent sunrise you are ever likely to see coming over Mawenzi Peak. Finally, we arrive at Uhuru Peak- the highest point on Mount Kilimanjaro and the continent of Africa. From the summit, we now make our descent continuing straight down to the Mweka Hut camp site, stopping at Barafu for lunch. The trail is very rocky and can be quite hard on the knees; trekking poles are helpful. 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. Barafu Camp to Uhuru Peak Elevation: 15,331 ft to 19,341 ft Distance: 5 km/3 miles Hiking Time: 7-8 hours Habitat: Arctic Uhuru Peak to Mweka Camp Elevation: 19,341 ft to 10,065 ft Distance: 12 km/7 miles Hiking Time: 4-6 hours Habitat: Rain Forest Meal Plan: Lunch on route either hot lunch or packed lunch. Elevation : 15,331 ft to 19,341 ft down to 10,065 ft Distance : 5km up and 12 km down to Mweka Camp Hiking Time :  Up 6 – 7  and down 4-6 hours Habitat : Arctic  to Rain Forest Mweka Camp to Mweka Gate to Arusha

Arusha | Kilimanjaro

DAY 10 The day is left free to wind down after the trek before your flight home. Depending on flight times you could go and explore Arusha town and grab some souvenirs before heading to the airport. *Safari, Zanzibar and other add-ons are available if you wish to continue exploring Tanzania Price for Affordable Kilimanjaro Trek Lemosho  includes: Private transport to & from Kilimanjaro International Airport to your accommodations in Arusha. 2 nights of accommodation in Arusha . Transportation to & from the Kilimanjaro gate Park entry fees, Camping fees Rescue fees 18% VAT on tour fees & services 4 Season mountain tents Double layered Sleeping Mats Friendly and professional mountain guides, cook and porters 3 hot meals daily while on the mountain, hot drinks and snacks Enough treated & filtered drinking water throughout the trek Hot water for washing Fair wages for the mountain crew as approved by the Kilimanjaro National Park Authority (KINAPA), Kilimanjaro Association of Tour Operators (TLTO And TATO) Government taxes Portable oxygen tanks & ox meter Emergency first-aid kit Portable flush toilet from Group of 4 if your less than 4 you will pay extra 95$ Price for Affordable Kilimanjaro Trek Lemosho  Not Included Lunches, dinners and drinks at your hotel before and after climb. Travel insurance Flights Laundry (Available at hotel) Personal items and toiletries Surcharge for online payment of balance (5%) Tips for guides, porters and cook (this is a guide to tipping on the mountain http://www.kiliporters.org/tipping_recommendations.php Tipping on Kilimanjaro from the trekking group (not per climber): • Guides: $20/day/guide • Cook: $15/day • Porter: $10/day/porter Thanks for choosing Signature Safari as your Adventure Experts in Africa.