Package Details
Description
Mount Kilimanjaro stands as Africa's highest peak and the world's fourth tallest mountain. This dormant volcano boasts three cones — Kibo, Mawenzi, and Shira within Tanzania's Kilimanjaro National Park. Among its various climbing routes, the Rongai Route is distinct for its serene wilderness and proximity to Kenya. It offers a unique chance to encounter wildlife and traverse rural landscapes, providing a glimpse into the lives of the Chagga village inhabitants along its northeastern path near the border.
Covered Services
Food
Accomodation
Transportation
Attractions
Visa
Guide
Accommodation: Booking and arranging stays at hotels, resorts, lodges, or other types of accommodations.
Transportation: Internal transfers through Car and any other necessary transportation arrangements.
Activities and Excursions: Park Tickets for safaris and any entry tickets mentioned in the itinerary.
Meals: Including meals as part of packages or ensuring access to dining options.
Guides: Providing knowledgeable guides or tour leaders for guided tours and excursions.
Customer Support: Providing assistance and support before, during, and after the trip.
Documentation: Ensuring travelers have necessary documents like visas, permits, and itineraries.
Personal Expenses: Expenses incurred for personal items, souvenirs, additional meals beyond what is included, etc.
Optional Activities: Activities or excursions not included in the package but available for an additional cost.
Travel Insurance: Unless specified otherwise, travel insurance coverage might be excluded.
Visa: Costs associated with visas and other governmental charges.
Transportation Costs: Costs for transportation not included in the package such as personal car rentals, or flights outside of the itinerary.
Medical Expenses: Costs related to medical treatments, vaccinations, medications, etc., unless specifically covered by the package.
Tips and Gratuities: Tips for guides, drivers, hotel staff, etc., are typically not included.
1. Booking Confirmation: Reservations are confirmed upon receipt of a deposit.
2. Payment: Full payment is required 30 days before departure.
3. Cancellations: Cancellations made 15 days prior to departure will incur a 50% fee; no refunds for cancellations within 15 days.
4. Travel Insurance: Comprehensive travel insurance is mandatory.
5. Passports and Visas: Valid passports and visas are the responsibility of the traveler.
6. Health Requirements: Vaccinations and health precautions are required; consult your physician.
7. Luggage Allowance: Adhere to airline luggage restrictions; excess luggage fees apply.
8. Itinerary Changes: The company reserves the right to modify itineraries due to unforeseen circumstances.
9. Liability: The company is not liable for personal injury, loss, or damage to property.
10. Complaints: Any complaints must be reported immediately to the tour operator for resolution.
Your Itinerary
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Day 1
Arrival at Kilimanjaro
Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro Airport, our representative will greet you and escort you to Moshi. Explore the town, visit renowned coffee factories, attend coffee auctions, and purchase coffee to bring home. You can also make brief visits to neighboring villages to experience local culture. Included meals: Breakfast and dinner.
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Day 2
Lion Camp to Second Cave Camp
The trail from Lion Camp to Second Cave Camp traverses through heath and moorland landscapes, offering occasional views of the savannah, weather permitting. By midday, we'll arrive at Second Cave Camp. After lunch, a brief hike to Third Cave aids in acclimatization to higher altitudes. We'll settle in for the night at Second Cave Camp, ensuring a comfortable stay amidst the natural surroundings.
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Day 3
Second Cave Camp to Kikelewa Camp
We proceed upwards through heath and moorland terrains to Kikelewa Camp, nestled in a sheltered valley encircled by senecios. Arriving by midday, we'll take time to explore the vicinity, soaking in the splendid panoramic vistas that surround us.
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Day 4
Kikelewa Camp to Mawenzi Tarn Hut
Continuing through heath and moorland, the scenery transitions to more rugged terrain as we approach Mawenzi. Crossing rocky moraine ridges, we reach Mawenzi Tarn Hut, situated beside the pristine mountain lake, making it one of Kilimanjaro's most picturesque camps, sheltered by the looming Mawenzi peak.
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Day 5
Mawenzi Tarn Hut to Kibo Hut
After breakfast, the ascent on Mount Kilimanjaro takes us steadily uphill, offering clear views of the Kibo saddle from the mountain ridge. Crossing the saddle connecting Mawenzi to the main summit of Kibo, we traverse through an alpine desert landscape, sparse with hardy vegetation adapted to the dry, oxygen-deprived conditions. Kibo Hut rests at the base of Kibo peak, where we rest early for the final ascent to the summit.
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Day 6
Kibo Hut to Uhuru Peak to Horombo Hut
After breakfast, the Mount Kilimanjaro hike ascends gradually. Upon reaching the mountain ridge, you'll have a clear view of the Kibo saddle. The trail continues over the saddle linking Mawenzi to Kibo's main summit. The landscape transitions to an alpine desert, with sparse vegetation surviving in the arid, low-oxygen environment. Kibo Hut, at Kibo peak's base, is where you'll spend the night before the final summit ascent.
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Day 7
Rainforest Descent at Marangu Gate
Today, we descend to Mandara Hut for lunch amidst the lush rainforests. Following this, we trek through the tropical rainforest, inhabited by blue monkeys and colobus monkeys. After approximately six hours, we reach the park entrance, bid farewell to our Mount Kilimanjaro hiking team, and receive our summit certificates. Returning to the hotel, relax with a shower and recount your adventures over drinks, savoring the memories of your journey.
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Day 8
Back to home
After a relaxing breakfast, you will be taken to the international airport for your return flight home or to your next destination. Your tour ends here with unmatched memories of a fantastic Mount Kilimanjaro hike.
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