11 Days Kilimanjaro Climb Tour Package
Duration: 11 Days/ 10 Nights
Priced From: $5,995 pp dbl. occ.
Dates: Year round

Take on Africa’s highest mountain as you climb the Machame Route to its panoramic summit. Acclimatize in the foothills of Mt. Meru, then set out to traverse exotic landscapes and marvel at the variety of vegetation, wildlife and terrain all the way up to the spectacular glaciers at the peak, and then celebrate victory at Ngorongoro Crater.

Itinerary

Day 1 - Arusha

Upon your arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport you will be met and transferred to the Arusha Hotel. You will spend the afternoon with your mountain guide who will brief and prepare you for your climb.

Hotel: Arusha Hotel
Meals: LD
 
Day 2 - Kilimanjaro - Machame

Today you will be transferred to Machame Gate to begin your climb. Climb to Machame Hut, depending on weather conditions this can be a moderate to a very demanding climb through forest then up to the overnight stop on the edge of the forest.

Hotel: Mountain tented camp by Machame Hut (3000m)
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
 
Day 3 - Shira

Rising early you cross a valley and a stream and then climb up a steep ridge for 3-4 hours. The path then drops into a river gorge before ascending more gently onto the moorland of the Shira Plateau, one of the most fascinating areas of the Mountain.

Hotel: Mountain tented camp by Shira Hut (3840m)
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
 
Day 4 - Kilimanjaro - Barranco

Today you walk for 5-6 hours enjoying sightings of the typical Kilimanjaro mountain vegetation (Senecios, Lobelia, and Helichrysum) and rewarding views of the spectacular Barranco Valley.

Hotel: Mountain tented camp by Barranco Hut (3950m)
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
 
Day 5 - Karanga

From the Barranco Hut, you ascend up to the Barranco wall and walk across scree and ridges to Karanga Valley (4 100m) with breathtaking views of the West Breach and the southern glacier. Lunch is often taken here, depending upon progress. In the afternoon there may be a chance to head up the Karanga Valley to aid acclimatization, or simply relax in camp as required.

Hotel: Mountain tented camp by Karanga Camp
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
 
Day 6 - Barafu

About 2 hours from Karanga, you will come out on the Barafu path (part of the Mweka Trail). It is a further 1-2 hours to Barafu Hut. The last stage to Barafu hut is quite steep, and as always we advise taking it as easy as possible. Being as relaxed as possible both mentally and physically is the best advice. We often try to camp a little higher (around 4 700 metres) when possible to make the morning ascent that little bit easier. In the evening you will be briefed for your final ascent, and preparing clothing and water before you rest for the night is a good idea to give you the best start in the morning. Overnight Barafu Camp (full board)

Hotel: Mountain tented camp by Barafu Camp
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
 
Day 7- Summit - Mweka

You rise early in the morning and begin your climb to the summit. You pass through the gap between the Ratzel and Rebmann glaciers and continue to Uhuru peak (5 896 m) where you can watch the sunrise from the rooftop of Africa! You then descend to Mweka Camp for your overnight stay in mountain tents (3 100m) (full board)

Hotel: Mountain tented camp by Mweka Camp (3950m)
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
 
Day 8 - Arusha

Today you descend to the Mweka Gate and then continue by vehicle to the Arusha Hotel. It’s time to relax, take a hot shower or a swim in the pool before a final dinner with the other members of your group to celebrate the achievement of conquering Mount Kilimanjaro.

Hotel: Arusha Hotel
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
 
Day 9 & 10 - Ngorongoro Crater Conservation Area

Enjoy breakfast before your transfer to Arusha Airport for your scheduled flight to Manyara Airstrip On you arrival at the airstrip, you will be met by a representative from Ngorongoro Crater Lodge for your road transfer of approximately 2 hours to the Lodge. Spend two nights at Ngorongoro Crater Lodge. Accommodation is in a sumptuous double suite. Each suite is tended by a butler. Your stay is on a full board basis including scheduled activities and park fees. Activities include two game-drives on the Crater floor. Additional activities may be booked directly at the lodge, subject to extra cost and availability of vehicles. Such activities include excursions to Olduvai Gorge and Shifting Sands, a visit to a Maasai village and walks at Empakai Crater. Massages are offered for those who need to relax after a day’s game-viewing.

Hotel: Ngorongoro Crater Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
 
Day 11 - Arusha/Departure

After breakfast you will be transferred to Manyara Airstrip for your scheduled flight to Kilimanjaro International Airport where our services end.

Meals: B

Jungle Lodges and Private Villas

The Arusha Hotel

This 5-star hotel, which undergone extensive refurbishment, sets in beautifully landscaped gardens with all of the amenities and luxuries for the discerning traveller. The 63 rooms and two suites are elegantly furnished with en suite bathrooms. Each room is fitted with satellite television, ceiling fan, hair dryer, electronic safe, tea/coffee-making facilities, direct dial telephone and a data port for computers. The Hotel boasts two restaurants, both of which offer buffet and a la carte menus, and three bars. There is a heated swimming pool for guests and access to a nearby gym and health club.

Mountain Tents.
 
Ngorongoro Crater Lodge

Perched on the edge of the Ngorongoro Crater at the eastern edge of the Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater Lodge is without doubt one of the most architecturally spectacular lodges in Africa. The Crater is a World Heritage Site and shelters one of the most beautiful wildlife havens on earth – some of Africa’s last black rhino are protected within its rim and black-maned lions stalk the grasslands.
Inspired in design by the Maasai mud-and-stick manyatta, the Lodge comprises three separate and intimate camps, North Camp and South Camp (12 suites each) and Tree Camp (6 suites). The sumptuous suites are steeped in romance reminiscent of a bygone era, with stilted, handcrafted structures adorned in graceful antiques, grand chandeliers and Pan African treasures. All of this, however, remains subordinate to the magnificence of the verdant Crater views through the window of every room. Each suite is discreetly tended by a personal butler, who will bring you tea in bed, stoke your fireplace and even draw your bath, ready for your return from your safari and lavish picnic on the Crater floor.

Guest areas include elegant sitting and dining areas, outdoor dining areas, viewing decks and a superb craft gallery, all with awe-inspiring views of the Crater below. Activities include a daily game drive in closed game-viewing vehicles to the Crater floor and walks along the Crater rim. At an additional cost and subject to availability of vehicles, visits to local Maasai manyattas and excursions to Olduvai Gorge or Shifting Sands can be arranged. 

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